New Raptor - welcome to the land of the wind chill factor

[Dutch]

It left the factory lot (7 hours south of its new home) a week ago - just in time for some wintertime fun.
Had a foot of lake effect overnight - maybe another foot today. Going to be fun getting to know each other.

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[John E Davies]

Coo I love deep snow pics, are you going to get snow tires? You will need them.... What is the load limit on that tonneau? Do you have the stake shims?

John Davies
Spokane WA USA

 

[Ford Motor Company]

It left the factory lot (7 hours south of its new home) a week ago - just in time for some wintertime fun.
Had a foot of lake effect overnight - maybe another foot today. Going to be fun getting to know each other.

Woohoo! Congratulations. Enjoy the new ride.

 

[Dutch]

Coo I love deep snow pics, are you going to get snow tires? You will need them.... What is the load limit on that tonneau? Do you have the stake shims?

John Davies
Spokane WA USA

Just got back from running some back roads - lowered the tire pressure to 36# and was impressed with their ability to find traction. Don't feel the need for a dedicated winter tire.
Have no idea what "stake shims" are ---

 

[Austinquick]

My guess is that he meant the bed stiffeners.

 

[jorosz0309]

It left the factory lot (7 hours south of its new home) a week ago - just in time for some wintertime fun.
Had a foot of lake effect overnight - maybe another foot today. Going to be fun getting to know each other.

I feel you on the wind chill. Here in Minnesota we had -22 wind chill on -6 dry bulb past couple days. Not much for snow yet. I'll be putting a diamondback cover on my Raptor. It'll be delivered next Tuesday.

 

[Ford Motor Company]

I feel you on the wind chill. Here in Minnesota we had -22 wind chill on -6 dry bulb past couple days. Not much for snow yet. I'll be putting a diamondback cover on my Raptor. It'll be delivered next Tuesday.

We can't wait to see pics of your Ranger soon. We hope you enjoy it!

 

[Dutch]

I feel you on the wind chill. Here in Minnesota we had -22 wind chill on -6 dry bulb past couple days. Not much for snow yet. I'll be putting a diamondback cover on my Raptor. It'll be delivered next Tuesday.

Yes - a bed cover is mandatory here - over 80" of snow so far this year.

 

[jorosz0309]

Yes - a bed cover is mandatory here - over 80" of snow so far this year.

Mt Bohemia, here I come...

 

[Dutch]

Going on one month - 750 miles of Raptor Rapture. It's a fun ride (for me) my wife needs more places to hang on. The only issue so far is when it gets below 20 degrees, the doors won't unlock when the handle is pulled (driver and passenger). I've lowered tire pressures to 32 front/30 rear and it hooks up well on snow/ice. I have an appointment with the dealer to check the door locks and install the Procal next week. ----- I really like this truck -----
Army green ---

 

[Dutch]

Out today playing in the Pigeon River state forest. Low range, locked f/r axles, Baja mode. Surprised a few snowmobiles on the trail. We are getting to know each other . . .

 

[omega2733]

Your pictures are phenomenal!

Funny you mention the door handle issue, created a thread about it and we're all seeing the same thing.

 

[MontE]

Your pictures are phenomenal!

Funny you mention the door handle issue, created a thread about it and we're all seeing the same thing.

I’v noticed mine not working but haven’t narrowed down why. I’ll be looking for the thread.

 

[Dutch]

Your pictures are phenomenal!

Funny you mention the door handle issue, created a thread about it and we're all seeing the same thing.

Thanks!
This morning it was 25 degrees and the door refused to open touching the handle.
My gut feeling is it's a software issue.
I'm scheduled at the dealer in a week - I'll update what I learn.

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