Steve_K's 2026 Shelter Green Ranger Raptor Not A Build Thread

[STEVE_K]

Figured I'd start a thread in here to track maintenance, service, modifications, and so on..... Some items might be duplicates or be duplicated in the "What did you do to your Ranger Raptor today" thread....

I wouldn't consider this a build since the chances of me doing any type of crazy upgrades & modifications is pretty slim. This was a retirement gift to myself and will be my daily driver along with my 2003 Jeep Wrangler SE. Also looking to use it for roadtrips too!

Pick-up day:

Chilling in the side yard while clearing out it's place in the garage:

Screen protector installed:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DLKWND27?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1&th=1

Front seat covers:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CQJH1ZGS?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1&th=1

Back seat cover:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08SHWBMCL?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_2&th=1

Keypad install:

Front license plate mounting:
https://swarfworks.com/2010-2023-ford-raptor-front-license-plate-relocation/

Ceramic coated the paint and wheels:
https://ammonyc.com/collections/exterior/products/ammo-reflex-pro-ii-enamel-coat

https://ammonyc.com/collections/wheels/products/ammo-gelee-pro-wheel-metal-coat

Line-X Bedliner

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[TxArch]

Figured I'd start a thread in here to track maintenance, service, modifications, and so on..... Some items might be duplicates or be duplicated in the "What did you do to your Ranger Raptor today" thread....

I wouldn't consider this a build since the chances of me doing any type of crazy upgrades & modifications is pretty slim. This was a retirement gift to myself and will be my daily driver along with my 2003 Jeep Wrangler SE. Also looking to use it for roadtrips too!

Pick-up day:

Chilling in the side yard while clearing out it's place in the garage:

Screen protector installed:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DLKWND27?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1&th=1

Front seat covers:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CQJH1ZGS?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1&th=1

Back seat cover:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CQJH1ZGS?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1&th=1

Keypad install:

Front linense plate mounting:
https://swarfworks.com/2010-2023-ford-raptor-front-license-plate-relocation/

Ceramic coated the paint and wheels:
https://ammonyc.com/collections/exterior/products/ammo-reflex-pro-ii-enamel-coat

https://ammonyc.com/collections/wheels/products/ammo-gelee-pro-wheel-metal-coat

Line-X Bedliner

In the words of Vinny (Steve Martin) from My Blue Heaven...
"Looking good!"
Congratulations on the new RR!

 

[Dre' Dawg]

Figured I'd start a thread in here to track maintenance, service, modifications, and so on..... Some items might be duplicates or be duplicated in the "What did you do to your Ranger Raptor today" thread....

I wouldn't consider this a build since the chances of me doing any type of crazy upgrades & modifications is pretty slim. This was a retirement gift to myself and will be my daily driver along with my 2003 Jeep Wrangler SE. Also looking to use it for roadtrips too!

Pick-up day:

Chilling in the side yard while clearing out it's place in the garage:

Screen protector installed:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DLKWND27?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1&th=1

Front seat covers:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CQJH1ZGS?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1&th=1

Back seat cover:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08SHWBMCL?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_2&th=1

Keypad install:

Front linense plate mounting:
https://swarfworks.com/2010-2023-ford-raptor-front-license-plate-relocation/

Ceramic coated the paint and wheels:
https://ammonyc.com/collections/exterior/products/ammo-reflex-pro-ii-enamel-coat

https://ammonyc.com/collections/wheels/products/ammo-gelee-pro-wheel-metal-coat

Line-X Bedliner

Figured I'd start a thread in here to track maintenance, service, modifications, and so on..... Some items might be duplicates or be duplicated in the "What did you do to your Ranger Raptor today" thread....

I wouldn't consider this a build since the chances of me doing any type of crazy upgrades & modifications is pretty slim. This was a retirement gift to myself and will be my daily driver along with my 2003 Jeep Wrangler SE. Also looking to use it for roadtrips too!

Pick-up day:

Chilling in the side yard while clearing out it's place in the garage:

Screen protector installed:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DLKWND27?
ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1&th=1

Front seat covers:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CQJH1ZGS?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1&th=1

Back seat cover:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08SHWBMCL?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_2&th=1

Keypad install:

Front linense plate mounting:
https://swarfworks.com/2010-2023-ford-raptor-front-license-plate-relocation/

Ceramic coated the paint and wheels:
https://ammonyc.com/collections/exterior/products/ammo-reflex-pro-ii-enamel-coat

https://ammonyc.com/collections/wheels/products/ammo-gelee-pro-wheel-metal-coat

Line-X Bedliner

Steve, Congratulations on retirement and your new RR. It is a very fun vehicle and great daily driver. I have the same color in the 2025 version.


Here are the things I did so far.

1a. First and foremost have the Procal installed.... gettie up!
1. Came with a factory bed liner but if you don't have one get it ASAP
2. Rubber bed mat from Ford on top of the spray in.
3. Tonneau cover from Leer Ford branded. Almost water proof and lays very flat.
4. If you do a tonneau cover seal the bed fender caps to keep water our. I used black silicon and Gorilla water proof patch and seal.
5.. Hydraulic hood struts from Red Line.
6. PPF on front, hood and front fenders with small piece on rear fender well.
7. Ceramic coat the whole thing. Canceled my car wash... saw where a member had the
antenna ripped off from one. Pricey but I think will be well worth it.
8. Hard wired my Valentine One Gen 2 radar detector to my rear view mirror power (amazon has
a kit to back tap the connector (some one had a real good post on what and how to tap)!
9. Muslogy center console storage organizer, especially the one that fits inside the console top.
Great for putting wallet, gift cards and cash in.
10. Black ET Truck Spline Lug Nut Kit; 12mm x 1.5; Set of 24 (19-26 Ranger)
11. Three front grill lights from Ford Next Gen Raptor- RP24 Dual Colour LED Grille Lights
(White & Amber). I tapped the under hood fuse box by adding a circuit easy installation. I put a quick connect / disconnect on both the amber and white so I can change colors if I want.
12. I purchased the 10yr/100,000 mile Premium care warranty for my peace of mind. I bought the first one from the dealer (mistake) and the second one from Granger Ford and saved over $1,000!
13. Last but not least a custom license plate RPatrol, those born before 1960 will get it!

 

[Medic 6]

Congratulations on retirement and the RR. I also completed items 1,2, and 9. Instead of item 10, I opted for Ford Performance black lugnuts. Good luck with the mods and have fun with it.

 

[STEVE_K]

@Dre' Dawg, great list of stuff! So far I have managed to get several of those take care of and still researching some of those a bit more.

1a- Probably get the ProCal at the first service.
1 - got that taken care of a couple days ago at a Line-X dealer and it came out great.
2 - Will be adding a bed mat as well, did that with the drop in liner on my last truck and it made things more comfortable when climbing around the bed.
3- Waiting for my Diamondback Switchback to arrive, probably have a couple more weeks to go.
4 - THANKS FOR THE TIP ON THIS ONE! I will probably do this soon before the cover arrives.
7- Did a ceramic coat on the paint and wheels too, next wash will a cake walk!
8- Do you have a link for the wiring kit you used?
9- Looked that up on Amazon and going to get!
12- Added a couple of the Ford plans for warranty and service, wife thought it was a good idea with me retiring and could be helpful if something dies
13- Rat Patrol the TV show? Think I remember watching reruns as a kid.

I will probably hit you up for some other links on things you mentioned as I take care of things over time.

 

[Dre' Dawg]

Steve,

The mirror tap for my V1 Gen 2 was purchased from Amazon, https://www.amazon.com/dp.
See this post as I did not even have to use my volt meter to check, plug and play.
Mirror tap and Fuse tap for Detector or Dash Cam?

• Thread starterHyperM3
• Start dateFeb 1, 2024
• Watchers48

The Muslogy center console storage kit link is below. Check to make sure you ordered the one with the secret insert tray. I ordered one and it only had the stack trays for console and the cap insert. It is very handy for hiding wallet, credit cards and cash. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DGQHRCHK?ref=fed_asin_title

Yes Rat Patrol, thought those that are too young would assume Raptor Patrol. Hit me up if you need more info..

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