White Ranger Raptor - Journal

[Ford Motor Company]

Check out my new Ranger Raptor! Initially, I had doubts about the white color in the photos, but seeing it in person completely changed my perspective. It led me to choose it over the black one I had originally ordered.
First thing I did was install a set of EVO Corse 17”x8” +30 wheels, making the OE tires sidewalls sit flush with the fenders. Additionally, I added a Bakflip MX4 tonneau cover from the 5th Gen Ranger, the fitment was perfectly precise with no gaps. I also painted the front tow hooks Code Orange and tinted the windows with 3M 20% Color Stable.
Awesome truck guys, can’t wait for you all to get yours so we can exchange information and share our experiences.

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Great pics, Louis! Thank you for sharing your beautiful Raptor with us and for being part of the Ford family!

 

[CrustyNoodle]

Snap!

I also have white with the sticker pack. Love it.

I love your wheels. Perfect size and offset. In Aus all the CUB's are putting low offset (+20, +0 etc.) wheels on which are not only beyond what is legal (+30 is the legal limit) but they stick out past the fenders making things even worse.

Love your work.

 

[galion]

Wasn't happy with Ford's OE tray mats– too flimsy. Since WeatherTech or Husky Liners weren't available at this time, I gave AliExpress a shot. Surprisingly good quality, matches up to Weathertechs in looks and feel. Added some emblem inserts from Tufskinz, and I'm pleased with the overall result.

 

[galion]

Installed a 30” LED bar behind the grille using OptionX brackets—easy setup with the original bolt spots. Usually, I opt for Baja Designs LEDS, but this time I chose a budget-friendly Hella Black Magic. It's surprisingly bright, with a beam throw distance comparable to the pricier option. The slim all black design keeps it low-key behind the grille.

 

[galion]

I always level my trucks so got a kit from Snakeracing Australia before I picked up my Ranger Raptor, this kit similar to what's on my 5G Ranger Raptor – 15mm strut spacers ~ 25mm lift (1 inch). Well, I've checked the measurements, and the 5G, even with the leveling kit, sits pretty much the same as the new gen without it. So, if you're wondering about it, no need for a leveling kit on this Ranger Raptor – it looks pretty level straight out of the factory. Also, with the live valve suspension, wasn't feeling all that confident about pulling off this mod.

 

[galion]

Something I didn't like about this Ranger Raptor, although not a big deal, was the absence of hood struts and aluminum-trimmed pedals, features that the 5G Ranger Raptor had. Thanks to @Joules for his thread on this kit from piratecampco; I ordered one for myself. It works great and is much easier to install than their installation video suggests. Additionally, I bought some aluminum pedals from eBay for the Ranger 5G—great quality for the price, and they fit perfectly.

 

[rwolfcastle]

I always level my trucks so got a kit from Snakeracing Australia before I picked up my Ranger Raptor, this kit similar to what's on my 5G Ranger Raptor – 15mm strut spacers ~ 25mm lift (1 inch). Well, I've checked the measurements, and the 5G, even with the leveling kit, sits pretty much the same as the new gen without it. So, if you're wondering about it, no need for a leveling kit on this Ranger Raptor – it looks pretty level straight out of the factory. Also, with the live valve suspension, wasn't feeling all that confident about pulling off this mod.

That's great news! I can't tell from pictures because some angles it looks very raked but in others, it looks level.

Could you post the link for those aluminum pedals? They look really good.

 

[galion]

That's great news! I can't tell from pictures because some angles it looks very raked but in others, it looks level.

Could you post the link for those aluminum pedals? They look really good.

To be honest, it has a very slight rake, but nothing compared to the previous generation. I've tried lifting the front by 1" using a jack, and it looks too high. I believe the stance is perfect as it comes from the factory. This is coming from someone who always levels his trucks.

Here is the link for the aluminum pedals, although they are available throughout eBay.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/224131006353

 

[galion]

Why did I wait so long to install a tailgate assist strut on one of my trucks! Can’t understand how something like this is not standard. Best mod so far.

 

[Asmilovic]

Installed a 30” LED bar behind the grille using OptionX brackets—easy setup with the original bolt spots. Usually, I opt for Baja Designs LEDS, but this time I chose a budget-friendly Hella Black Magic. It's surprisingly bright, with a beam throw distance comparable to the pricier option. The slim all black design keeps it low-key behind the grille.

Nice setup…
Would you share the link for the option x brackets ?
thank you!

 

[galion]

Nice setup…
Would you share the link for the option x brackets ?
thank you!

Thanks, got them here; they ship fast worldwide

https://www.atautoshoppe.com/produc...r-next-gen-2023-t9-xl-xlt-xlt-wildtrak-raptor

 

[Asmilovic]

Installed a 30” LED bar behind the grille using OptionX brackets—easy setup with the original bolt spots. Usually, I opt for Baja Designs LEDS, but this time I chose a budget-friendly Hella Black Magic. It's surprisingly bright, with a beam throw distance comparable to the pricier option. The slim all black design keeps it low-key behind the grille.

This is the hella black magic 30” slim or doble row ?

Would you share the Part number?
thank you!

 

[galion]

This is the hella black magic 30” slim or doble row ?

Would you share the Part number?
thank you!

I got the slim 32" P/N 358176311. I assume it’s possible to install a double-row bar, but it must not exceed 55mm in depth; otherwise, you’d have to do some trimming.

 

[galion]

I had a 15mm from Snake Racing AU that I didn't intend to install as I didn't want to mess around with the live valve shocks. However, even though my Ranger Raptor looked fairly level upon delivery, with only a slight front rake, after some on-road driving, the front suspension settled and appeared a bit too low for my liking. So, I installed the spacers, and it regained 1", maintaining just under a 1/2" rake. I must say, it drives exactly the same and looks much better.

 

[galion]

Amber LED markers installed.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/394899740791

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