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Sorry to hear that it didn't work out. What are you thinking about buying?

I would like to claim that I can't count that high so as to conceal my age. But, ok I am 69. Not a bad coincidence in that it was in 1969 the Bill Stroppe set a record, as yet unbroken, by winning the then Norra 1000, now Baja 1000, with a stock Bronco. Heading out to Anza Borrego soon to do...

What specific reason did Ford give for not addressing the problem under warranty?

This is an odd situation for a vehicle that is purpose-built for sustained high-speed running in dirt/sand/dust environments. I have not encountered any similar situation with mine with almost 30K despite multiple visits to Moab in talcum powder like dirt and various water crossings and the open...

What are your perceptions so far between the two. Interior sound, handling, etc?

Too bad that you are not a car guy! ;-) But seriously, here is a shout out to the Republic of Texas! I saw that Shelter Green color on a brand new F-150 Raptor R and that was the most beautiful pick up truck I have ever seen. Congratulations!

Where did you get the spare tire cover? It looks great!

What temperature should the Raptor be at at normal highway speed according to Ford? It seems like if the temp is higher than spec at whatever speed, an owner should be able to have the causal factor addressed under warranty by Ford as opposed to having to replace significant parts such as the...

The close up image of the front bumper should be entered into the photo contest!

No. It can only be scratched by something strong and formidable.

Welcome!

Congratulations! You will find lots of useful information from the membership here for any questions that might crop up. In the meantime, please get that brute muddy, dirty, sandy, or snowy or all of the above and post the photos!

Did you have PPF applied on the hood before the ceramic coating? Also, was the CF hood basically a part for part swap from the OEM hood or did you need to have to add things like a heat protector under the hood, etc?

Where did you get that hood?

Living so far away from Johnson Valley, Anza Borrego, Death Valley and Glamis....................and although I love the 3.0 engine, it would be cool to have a V8! This is still the absolute funnest vehicle I have ever owned!