What did u do to your raptor today?

[jdm_sixtwo]

Whatcha replacing it with? Stocker?

 

[gusser]

Yup. My ultimate goal is to rehab/refurb her back to as close to the original off-the-assembly-line condition as possible, both in appearance and mechanics (replaced the dried-out K&N filter with a WIX).

Got this bumper for a replacement:

F-150 OEM Style Rear Bumper; Not Pre-Drilled for Backup Sensors; Black (09-14 F-150 Styleside)

FREE SHIPPING! Rugged and Stylish Armor. Reinforce your Ford F-150’s off-road protection and style by replacing your stock rear bumper with this OEM Style Black

www.americantrucks.com

 

[Irregular F150]

Yup. My ultimate goal is to rehab/refurb her back to as close to the original off-the-assembly-line condition as possible, both in appearance and mechanics (replaced the dried-out K&N filter with a WIX).

Got this bumper for a replacement:

F-150 OEM Style Rear Bumper; Not Pre-Drilled for Backup Sensors; Black (09-14 F-150 Styleside)

FREE SHIPPING! Rugged and Stylish Armor. Reinforce your Ford F-150’s off-road protection and style by replacing your stock rear bumper with this OEM Style Black

www.americantrucks.com

Do you have it already? Mine has a rust spot and this is cheaper than it is just to replace one side. So was wondering how the quality is.?.

 

[gusser]

Do you have it already? Mine has a rust spot and this is cheaper than it is just to replace one side. So was wondering how the quality is.?.

Yes, I have it. I didn't completely unwrap it yet to keep it protected before installation but from what I can see, the quality is very good.

Fedex wrecked the box though but no damage at the break points. However, one of the front corners (near the side body panel) is slightly damaged, possibly when in storage as there is some rust where the chip is. It's very small and doesn't really matter as I will have my body shop paint it to match the fender flares and front bumper, which I believe is the way she came from the factory.

However, if I was going to use it as is, I'd request a replacement.

The only other thing that was kind of gross that I should probably mention: I moved the box into my garage and left it overnight. The next day I noticed a very strong animal ***** odor. I keep my garage clean and we have pest/rodent control so I figured it was the box. Sure enough, as soon as I took it outside the smell was gone.
Again, probably due to where it was kept in inventory. Not a big deal as it seemed only the cardboard was affected. The bubble and plastic wrap protecting the bumper was fine.

Some FRF'ers suggested going the eBay route and saving about $60 but AT has a good rep and I found their install video for this bumper quite helpful.
Of course, ymmv.

I'll be removing the plastic in a safer place than my cement-floored garage eventually. If I find any defects, I'll post them here. AT will be getting an email from me too.
But so far, so good.


wait! The proper name for animal pee was censored??

 

[TomDirt]

It's spelled "pe e".

 

[Bozz]

I think he meant - your in! (*****) yup!

 

[RogueClimber]

Our nanny is ridiculous!

 

[BenBB]

Not sure who posted about this stuff but the Cerakote Trim Coat works great!

My cowl plastic was faded bad, along with door handles, hood vents, mirror plastic, etc.

After drying thoroughly and applying in the shade:

Looks a whole lot better now, definitely recommend it, will see how long it lasts (supposedly 200 washes, don't think I've even washed my truck that many times since I've had it haha!)...

 

[CleverGirl_]

Not sure who posted about this stuff but the Cerakote Trim Coat works great!
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My cowl plastic was faded bad, along with door handles, hood vents, mirror plastic, etc.
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After drying thoroughly and applying in the shade:
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Looks a whole lot better now, definitely recommend it, will see how long it lasts (supposedly 200 washes, don't think I've even washed my truck that many times since I've had it haha!)...
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Local store product?

 

[BenBB]

Local store product?

No I ordered it from Amazon, friend said he thought he saw it at Wally though...

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SHJVK4G/?tag=fordraptorforum-20