I did see a 37 at the dealer. I may be wrong but looks like its more level than the 35. maybe their suspension upgrade along with the frame by the spare tire might be part of the package so they didn't have rubbing issues. who know maybe they have longer shocks and bigger springs to get it up a bit higher. not sure if there is any news on that
Which one to buy? I am trying to decide between the 35 package vs the 37 package. Any input from you all?
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Badgertits
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No it really is extremely light just like the 35” version they’re within couple lbs of the 35”s
But- yeah plenty of other options out there w/ more aggressive tread or better tread for mud vs rock vs sand etc etc
Lots of options
But if driven on street a lot then the light KO2s are nice
LuckyKnuckle36
RIP CoronaRaptor
Definitely get what you want. Both the 35 and the 37 trucks look great. From a "performance" perspective the 35 truck has an inch more of wheel travel, also better acceleration just by nature of less rotating mass. Likely a little better handling with a 35 than a 37 on road as well. 37 has an inch better ground clearance and the shocks are tuned to the 37 from the factory with a larger shaft to handle the load. Spare fits under the truck etc. If you want 37's and the cost isn't a factor then grab you one if you can find it. If you're just contemplating an order now, you may have trouble finding a dealer with any allocations left. If you find a dealer with remaining allocations it will very likely be even harder to find 37 allocations. Then if you did get a 37 allocation, it will likely be a much longer wait for production, delivery, etc. There are dealer orders out there for sale with ridiculous ADM's especially for 37's.
I saw a black 21 37 package at my dealer when I ordered my 22. Sat inside, in person the blue Recaro's actually look great and premium and I am a guy that only does black interior on my vehicles. The 37 stock wheels I think look really nice if you're staying stock. To be honest at first glance I wasn't sure if it was a 37 or 35, knew simply because of the wheels but was a little surprised that it didn't look a little more obvious in stock form. Still looked great of course and probably more obvious if side by side with a 35. I'm into an 800A with torsen and convenience package for $68,500(before tax,tag) a 37 would have run me $82k@ MSRP and who knows depending on dealers that are marking up. I love that 37 is an option from the factory. I just felt that at that price point I should be getting a little more actual performance. We shall see what the R brings and if any of us can get our hands on one. I am not interested in paying any mark up so I'll probably not get a hold of one. Good luck and know that no matter what you choose you will have a badass truck. I have loved every generation of the Raptor and finally have one coming...
R4P70R
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Ive put 37's (KO2) on my Gen 1, planned on 40's with my Gen 2, but now that Ford is finally on board with giving us what we want, like a V8 (duh), 37's and more HP Ill be happy to just get a new truck with 37's from the factory. I like the softness of the ride, and the look. I could still pass people at will with 37's. For me 37's are a no brainer.
there is no suspension upgrade. there is a preload and travel difference in the shock- and a 1/8th inch difference in the shock shaft. pluses and minuses both sides. I would take the travel but to each his own. Springs are the same, frame does not change ride height. Not trying to be argumentative-just sharing a view and my opinion having owned a few raptors... but would encourage you to look at EXO and his 35 package upgrades. He has gone to Baja twice in his 35 package with a few small tweaks that is a way better truck than a stock 37 (he is running 37s) for less money.
IMO-Weakness as of right now on these trucks (both packages for off-roaders) is-minus first model year issues (tech, qc etc) rear suspension is soft if you are putting stuff in the bed-ie 200lbs of spares, intercooler, etc. Intercooler can be solved today via SVC and rear suspension which is already massively better than Gen 2 and Gen 1 stock will likely be easily fixed in a few months once SVC, RPG etc have had more time with the trucks. For 99% of of Raptor owners no one will need much else. the rear suspension is the one area that I will be following the aftermarket developments.
what I said by definition is a suspension upgrade! maybe not a upgrade per se' but a suspension change nontheless to accommodate the 37's. larger shaft. frame I was referring to was to accept the spare and it appearing more level is the load in the shock or spring on the front springs to avoid the rubbing. its more level. I looked at them side by side. they did it somehow.
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regardless get what you want. good luck finding a 37. if you dont need the 37 dont sweat it. they both are very capable. save the money for more important things. I prefer the 35 for the travel and performance to be honest. I dont feel ill ever need the 37's either
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