XLT FX4 with 2" Level and 285/70R-17 on Method 703 Wheels (vs. Ranger Raptor)

[WZE_Ranger]

Wasn't happy with the stock tires and look with my Ranger so decided to go ahead and upgrade.

Went with the Method 703 wheels in titanium and the new BFG K03. All ordered through tirerack.com mounted and balanced.
From the great information found on this forum I knew I needed a front lift. For that I used fordrangerlifts.com. Robert from fordrangerlifts.com responded quickly to any questions I had and delivered a quality kit. I followed the instructions he included, and after some grunting and purchase of a new big socket, it all went together well. https://fordrangerlifts.com/shop/ols/products/xn-2-2024-ford-ranger-level-lift-2wd-4wd-zb5w-c94abe

Really happy with the look and color of the Method wheels. I liked the look of the oe FX4 wheels, but needed a bit more offset to fit the 285 tires. These look better than expected in the titanium color.

I saw a Raptor Ranger at my work and took the opportunity to get some side by sides pics to show the difference.
Also included a screenshot of my TireRack order so you can get a cost idea and part numbers.

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[Sparky62]

That looks really nice! Any rubbing, trimming or modifying crash bars to fit a tire that big?

 

[WZE_Ranger]

That looks really nice! Any rubbing, trimming or modifying crash bars to fit a tire that big?

There’s one spot on drivers side fender that stuck out a bit that rubbed. A few zip ties to pull it in tighter solved it though.

 

[Iowa Ranger FX$]

Looks great!

 

[JrHDRanger]

Wasn't happy with the stock tires and look with my Ranger so decided to go ahead and upgrade.

Went with the Method 703 wheels in titanium and the new BFG K03. All ordered through tirerack.com mounted and balanced.
From the great information found on this forum I knew I needed a front lift. For that I used fordrangerlifts.com. Robert from fordrangerlifts.com responded quickly to any questions I had and delivered a quality kit. I followed the instructions he included, and after some grunting and purchase of a new big socket, it all went together well. https://fordrangerlifts.com/shop/ols/products/xn-2-2024-ford-ranger-level-lift-2wd-4wd-zb5w-c94abe

Really happy with the look and color of the Method wheels. I liked the look of the oe FX4 wheels, but needed a bit more offset to fit the 285 tires. These look better than expected in the titanium color.

I saw a Raptor Ranger at my work and took the opportunity to get some side by sides pics to show the difference.
Also included a screenshot of my TireRack order so you can get a cost idea and part numbers.

I like the tonneau cover. I’m looking for the right one for my 25 RR that’s on order. What brand is it?

 

[WilliVooRG]

I got 2.5” super lift with BFG K02 285/70/R17 Fuel rebel wheels, I’m so happy with it so far.

 

[GTXWarrior]

Wasn't happy with the stock tires and look with my Ranger so decided to go ahead and upgrade.

Went with the Method 703 wheels in titanium and the new BFG K03. All ordered through tirerack.com mounted and balanced.
From the great information found on this forum I knew I needed a front lift. For that I used fordrangerlifts.com. Robert from fordrangerlifts.com responded quickly to any questions I had and delivered a quality kit. I followed the instructions he included, and after some grunting and purchase of a new big socket, it all went together well. https://fordrangerlifts.com/shop/ols/products/xn-2-2024-ford-ranger-level-lift-2wd-4wd-zb5w-c94abe

Really happy with the look and color of the Method wheels. I liked the look of the oe FX4 wheels, but needed a bit more offset to fit the 285 tires. These look better than expected in the titanium color.

I saw a Raptor Ranger at my work and took the opportunity to get some side by sides pics to show the difference.
Also included a screenshot of my TireRack order so you can get a cost idea and part numbers.

What offset did you use for wheels? I have 25mm offset Black Rhino wheels and 3" leveling kit coming, so I'm just curious. Looks great by the way!

 

[WZE_Ranger]

I like the tonneau cover. I’m looking for the right one for my 25 RR that’s on order. What brand is it?

I believe its this one..
https://realtruck.com/p/bak-revolver-x4s-tonneau-cover/v/ford/ranger/2024/

Message them and ask for a member discount. I think they gave me around 5% off or so.

 

[jeffers]

Wasn't happy with the stock tires and look with my Ranger so decided to go ahead and upgrade.

Went with the Method 703 wheels in titanium and the new BFG K03. All ordered through tirerack.com mounted and balanced.
From the great information found on this forum I knew I needed a front lift. For that I used fordrangerlifts.com. Robert from fordrangerlifts.com responded quickly to any questions I had and delivered a quality kit. I followed the instructions he included, and after some grunting and purchase of a new big socket, it all went together well. https://fordrangerlifts.com/shop/ols/products/xn-2-2024-ford-ranger-level-lift-2wd-4wd-zb5w-c94abe

Really happy with the look and color of the Method wheels. I liked the look of the oe FX4 wheels, but needed a bit more offset to fit the 285 tires. These look better than expected in the titanium color.

I saw a Raptor Ranger at my work and took the opportunity to get some side by sides pics to show the difference.
Also included a screenshot of my TireRack order so you can get a cost idea and part numbers.

The perfect mod seems to be a 2" front lift, with 33"ish tires on +35 wheels. Hopefully there will be some coil over type lifts coming out soon. Also I thought the Raptor was taller than the FX4, with the same tire they appear to be the same height from the rear, huh.

 

[maus92]

I'm hoping that 32ish tires will fit without the spacer lift on the front end. Looking for wheels with the the optimum offset and width ~ +35 to +45 / 8". If someone comes out with a proper coil-over lift, I would move to 33"ish tires.

 

[WZE_Ranger]

The perfect mod seems to be a 2" front lift, with 33"ish tires on +35 wheels. Hopefully there will be some coil over type lifts coming out soon. Also I thought the Raptor was taller than the FX4, with the same tire they appear to be the same height from the rear, huh.

The 2" front lift with same tires makes the front pretty even. From behind the Raptor was definitely a bit higher.

 

[WZE_Ranger]

What offset did you use for wheels? I have 25mm offset Black Rhino wheels and 3" leveling kit coming, so I'm just curious. Looks great by the way!

Those are the +35 offset. I really like how they turned out. Didn't want too much poke. Wanted a more factory-ish look.
Was really looking for some Bronco sasquatch wheels, but got tired of waiting for them to show up near me on marketplace or forums. Honestly though I think these turned out better. Probably lighter too.

 

[Moto26]

Badass. Well done.

 

[CoNB117]

I got 2.5” super lift with BFG K02 285/70/R17 Fuel rebel wheels, I’m so happy with it so far.

What fender flares and wheel specs are ya running?

 

[WilliVooRG]

What fender flares and wheel specs are ya running?

Hi, It’s Bushwacker VR1WZ-16268-F
ordered from ford. I’m running BFG ko2 12x9 285/70R17, Fuel Rebel rims with 0 offset.

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