My dealership indicated this on my paperwork...
INSPECTED HOOD AND LATCHING COMPONENTS, AND FOUND HOOD CABLE TO BE PULLED FAR IN AND DOES NOT ALLOW FOR LATCH TO PROPERLY CLOSE. FOLLOWED WSM AND REMOVED HOOD RELEASE CABLE, FOUND TO BE ROUTED INCORRECTLY AND CAUSING FOR LATCH TO NOT CLOSE...
I just took my RR into my dealership for some recall work (hood not latching, rear seatback not latching, and the driver's side door arm rest creaking). He indicated the Ford is now installing the Load Box Reinforcement Bracket as a recall item... IF you have a shell or camper installed. They...
Be careful that your hood isn't striking the headlight when you close the hood after adjusting the rubber bumpers. I adjusted the bumpers to the point where the hood would close, but it is now touching/hitting the driver's side headlight housing ever so slightly.
Why not just have it shipped when you find the one you want? I found one and got it for MSRP and had it shipped for $550. Obviously the distance you are having it shipped will make the price vary, but my time (plus gas/mileage/wear & tear) is worth far more than the $550 I paid for shipping.
After driving the RR for a few days now, I have to say that the RR is much better driving experience than the 3rd gen Tacoma. Although I loved that truck, it was awful on the highway. I always tried to rationalize the horrible transmission in that truck. I also understand that the RR is six...
I also figured that since these Raptor Rangers have been in other parts of the world prior to here, that should be some time to fix some quirks. Maybe? lol
I am thinking about selling my ‘18 Toyota Tacoma and getting a Ranger Raptor. In regard to the reliability and engine… would you do it again? Do you regret it?
I have never had a Ford so it’s new territory for me.
Thanks.