I'm also living here in the Golden State but I have a '25 RR and you are spot-on regarding the CARB approvals for the Ford Pro-Cal tune. The '25 model year approval was finalized in late October 2025 and I had it installed in my RR maybe a month or so later.
If the '24 and '25 model years are...
Congratulations!
Nothing against a ‘24 Lariat — that’s a very nice truck as well — but as you are obviously aware, the RR is simply in another league as far as driving experience, hardware, and power.
As far as your ‘24 2.7 seeming faster than your ‘26 RR currently, Im sure others will chime...
Same here. I have never even attempted to use my RR’s adaptive cruise control (same with regular cruise control) or any of the other driver aids mentioned in this thread (lane keeping, etc.).
For me personally, I have nothing against these features and am indifferent to their inclusion on my...
I also have a ‘25 RR and I noticed this morning that my truck is now behaving exactly as the OP’s RR , including the icon displayed. I live in So Cal and the weather here today is bright blue skies, hot (90+) and an overflowing abundance of bright sunshine. I have no mods other than a tackform...
I see now that this topic is already being discussed here:
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I came across this article, dated June 10, 2026 on the Road & Track website...Interesting to say the least.
https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a71537376/ford-no-plans-bronco-raptor-r-or-ranger-raptor-r-raptor/
According to the article, Ford Racing production vehicle chief engineer Carl Widmann...
Your Lariat is absolutely stunning. The OEM+ approach is also my preferred method and you have done a fantastic job outfitting your truck with tasteful, purposeful mods that the folks at Ford would be wise to study as it features alot of great Ford and Ford Performance products.
I have a '25 RR...
Here's my list (I have a '25 RR):
A-pillar grab handles on both driver and passenger sides
Tactile buttons for front and rear locker
HVAC vents and controls for rear passengers that are integrated into the rear of the center console
Folding rear seat headrests
Carpet delete/full vinyl flooring...
I've always wondered what the RR production figures are vs. the other Ranger trims as well. I think your estimate of somewhere around 10-15% of total production is probably a fair number.
Just for fun earlier today on cargurus.com I did a nationwide search for all new 2025 and 2026 Rangers. CG...
Annnnd done! Once I got the plug separated it was less than 5 minutes to completion.
Big thanks to the @PMK and @Dino Jockey for all the help and support.
I figured it out…
It was a bit of brute force and a bit of the angle I was working from but after what seemed forever it separated. I did not need to manipulate a detent or any tab/pin.
My part came in today and I’m in the middle of install.
Quick question: Im trying to separate the plug from the old wiring harness. Is this a brute force thing or is there some sort of pin or detent or some other technique to it?
Looks super clean and given the parts list you provided and the professional installation you sprung for (I would do the same) I'm sure this is a killer setup. Very well done OP! Enjoy your rolling symphony.
Obviously, it's your truck and you know your needs and taste best.
My RR came with the Ford Performance factory mudflaps. While part of me agrees with you regarding the aesthetic appeal of the truck without the mudflaps, over time they have really grown on me from a visual standpoint. More so...
I’m still a big novice when it comes to really understanding suspension and so while trying to educate myself a bit more I came across this 9 minute video from Youtube. I think this Youtuber may be an automotive suspension engineer. Here’s the link:
I have no affiliation with this (or any)...
Very well done OP...It looks seamless, clean and really tightens up your truck quite nicely. I love seeing these kinds of mods and all the ways folks love on these amazing trucks.
There are some great takes in this thread and as we all know no vehicle can ever be perfect for all use cases and of course, the concept of being “blown away” is inherently subjective.
That being said, speaking strictly for me, I absolutely love the entire 24+ Ranger lineup and feel there is a...
@bossy -- Thank you so much for post #96 with all the pictures and the correct part number. I just placed an order through Ford for the same 2 headrests as in your post and am very excited to finally be getting a clean, tidy solution to this glaring oversight by Ford. Much appreciated!