Which model is the better off-roader?

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heybear

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been on both. my choice would be the bigger rubber.

i wouldn’t underestimate the added performance of a larger tire simply for additional sidewalk flex.

what i will say it that at its heart Raptor is still a 1/2 ton truck and 37 are putting a lot of leverage on steering components. but i’m sure ford is a lot smarter than i am.
 

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The aftermarket made it possible to put 37's on Gen1 and Gen2 with longer suspension travel. I have zero experience with a five-link suspension, but my guess is the aftermarket will make longer suspension travel possible in the 37 package, and will also make 37's possible on the 35 package. Just a guess though. Anyone know for sure? And anyone know which way would be cheaper?
 

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The aftermarket made it possible to put 37's on Gen1 and Gen2 with longer suspension travel. I have zero experience with a five-link suspension, but my guess is the aftermarket will make longer suspension travel possible in the 37 package, and will also make 37's possible on the 35 package. Just a guess though. Anyone know for sure? And anyone know which way would be cheaper?
My 100% uneducated guess based on outfits like SVC, the OEM option will be less expensive, but the aftermarket will be better (besides voiding any and all suspension warranties). I would guess OEM will be the only option for 37" spare tire under the bed however since they made frame adjustments for that.
 

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Just because they offer 37s from the factory is not going to change the fact that people will make minor mods to fit a 37 on a factory 35 truck. In the grand scheme of things, not much has changed.
 

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My 100% uneducated guess based on outfits like SVC, the OEM option will be less expensive, but the aftermarket will be better (besides voiding any and all suspension warranties). I would guess OEM will be the only option for 37" spare tire under the bed however since they made frame adjustments for that.
I think the “frame adjustment” for the spare was moving the trailer hitch back an inch. If so, it will be an easy mod.
 

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I think the “frame adjustment” for the spare was moving the trailer hitch back an inch. If so, it will be an easy mod.
I hope it's that simple, would be nice for people that want to mount 37's without the airline seats. But I digress.
 

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Reality is the difference between 35” and 37” tires is mostly between your ears. If anyone thinks $7500 is justified to give up suspension travel for sidewall flex then have at it. I am happy you have that choice.
A race team would sell their soul for an extra inch of travel. Your money your choice, enjoy
 

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You want a better off-roader buy a bronco. These trucks are too big to do any real off-roading
I would have believed that coming from someone almost anywhere else in the US. Someone in SoCal should know better. Not all off-road is the same. Bring any stock Bronco out to Ocotillo Wells and my Gen1 on stock suspension will run circles around a Bronco and I'll have way more fun doing it. I love the new Bronco, but this is a completely ignorant statement.
 

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I would have believed that coming from someone almost anywhere else in the US. Someone in SoCal should know better. Not all off-road is the same. Bring any stock Bronco out to Ocotillo Wells and my Gen1 on stock suspension will run circles around a Bronco and I'll have way more fun doing it. I love the new Bronco, but this is a completely ignorant statement.
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