Sold my '24 R, here's why...

Disclaimer: Links on this page pointing to Amazon, eBay and other sites may include affiliate code. If you click them and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission.

Hard R

Full Access Member
Joined
Jan 9, 2024
Posts
185
Reaction score
458
Location
California
I’m not sure why so many people think the R is slow. I think it’s a beast for a full cab pickup. I only drive it in 4A and R mode all the time. You can break loose all 4 wheels any time at a light dry or wet. I drove the regular Raptor and it’s not even close . I get 11.1 mpg and I’m fine with it. Understand it’s not as nibble as a 911, M3 or any sports car. I can’t be happier with mine. Maybe if I add a new Whipple SC.
Wtf 11.1 mpg? Your R deserves better..I keep telling y'all it gets better when you're in single digit mileage. Someone confiscate his supercharger.

Not sure what's worse, double digit R mileage or 35>37. Smh..

1000025806.jpg

5.7mpg in 115.8 miles for this tank.
 

WhiteWidow18

Member
Joined
Dec 27, 2017
Posts
28
Reaction score
21
So buy 35s. What's the problem?
You and the rest failed to grasp “for different reasons”, but see below:

My statement on 35’s was toward Ford and allowing those who desire 35’s elect that as a delivered option.

How many of you, with a snark remark, actually use or ever need 37’s? Maybe to stroke an ego. The truck would be all it is but even better with 35’s, greater agility, clearance & efficiency. This is my 6th Raptor, simply a tool, not my ‘boasting token’. The 35’s on an ecoboost Raptor can manage well beyond majority of the competition, with 37’s+

What are the other reasons?
a) Truck sounds like an Ecoboost on steroids. Still has a rasp tone at WOT which is atypical to a V8 (my opinion). Yes, I understand I probably have an exhaust leak, this issue may clear once I bring to first service. I hope.

b) Ford provided nominal upgrades (vs. Ecoboost) for the flagship option & its price point. Threw in what should been a TT 5.2, but did an inefficient SC 5.2, along with new wheels & tacky aesthetics, nothing great on the grand scheme, in respect to quality & features when side by side to an ecoboost.

c) Wait until you’re passed up by a $45K Hyundai in your $114k & 720hp truck on the interstate once you quickly meet 113. Save the argument, I know the 37’s are speed limited, and the instability of them up top is absolutely significant. Another reason for 35’s. Maybe I navigate the dry west too frequent and love cruising at 120 in my Swiss Army knife.

Case in my point is your buying a red R logo & to say you own a V8 with 700hp+ (or your bank for those who finance). if you love yours great, but not what this thread is about. I don’t hate Ford or the Raptor which is why I’ll return to an Ecoboost power plant, tune (when that’s back on again), and be the poor guy next to you R holders :)
 

Attachments

  • IMG_4144.jpeg
    IMG_4144.jpeg
    85.5 KB · Views: 3
  • IMG_2764.jpeg
    IMG_2764.jpeg
    160.3 KB · Views: 3
  • IMG_0047.png
    IMG_0047.png
    527.6 KB · Views: 3

Dudebrodude

Full Access Member
Joined
Sep 7, 2021
Posts
422
Reaction score
533
Location
Orange County, CA
You and the rest failed to grasp “for different reasons”, but see below:

My statement on 35’s was toward Ford and allowing those who desire 35’s elect that as a delivered option.

How many of you, with a snark remark, actually use or ever need 37’s? Maybe to stroke an ego. The truck would be all it is but even better with 35’s, greater agility, clearance & efficiency. This is my 6th Raptor, simply a tool, not my ‘boasting token’. The 35’s on an ecoboost Raptor can manage well beyond majority of the competition, with 37’s+

What are the other reasons?
a) Truck sounds like an Ecoboost on steroids. Still has a rasp tone at WOT which is atypical to a V8 (my opinion). Yes, I understand I probably have an exhaust leak, this issue may clear once I bring to first service. I hope.

b) Ford provided nominal upgrades (vs. Ecoboost) for the flagship option & its price point. Threw in what should been a TT 5.2, but did an inefficient SC 5.2, along with new wheels & tacky aesthetics, nothing great on the grand scheme, in respect to quality & features when side by side to an ecoboost.

c) Wait until you’re passed up by a $45K Hyundai in your $114k & 720hp truck on the interstate once you quickly meet 113. Save the argument, I know the 37’s are speed limited, and the instability of them up top is absolutely significant. Another reason for 35’s. Maybe I navigate the dry west too frequent and love cruising at 120 in my Swiss Army knife.

Case in my point is your buying a red R logo & to say you own a V8 with 700hp+ (or your bank for those who finance). if you love yours great, but not what this thread is about. I don’t hate Ford or the Raptor which is why I’ll return to an Ecoboost power plant, tune (when that’s back on again), and be the poor guy next to you R holders :)
So do you off-road?
 

Forum statistics

Threads
96,050
Posts
2,023,484
Members
59,783
Latest member
Legitvirus
Top