What did you do to your Bronco Raptor today?

[G1D1UP]

Enjoyed a nice getaway at a secluded lake in Northern AZ. Then stayed a couple days at our cabin in Show Low, AZ

 

[TurboS]

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Enjoyed a nice getaway at a secluded lake in Northern AZ. Then stayed a couple days at our cabin in Show Low, AZ

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Welcome to BroncoRaptor.com! Your in a Beautiful part of our country to enjoy your Bronco Raptor! Congrats!

 

[Apache 8]

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

 

[ChiliPepper]

I did something I probably shouldn’t have. It was fun. Scary too! Got out this pretty much unscathed except a surprisingly small amount of belly dragging. A few strategically placed rocks in front of front tires got me up off the belly, deflated the spare and placed a few landing boulders for the rear to drop on and I was out with no additional scraping. On a day trip on the Rubicon trail yesterday.

I also learned that if you do this and release your seatbelt, the seatbelt will refuse to redeploy. It also leaves a dialog box warning you your seatbelt isn’t on that cannot be disabled. So I couldn’t get degrees of declination to display, but it had to be shockingly close to my approach angle.

Had to drive out of this with no seatbelt though. Worked fine again once I was down. Not sure ford’s thinking on this one.

John, you should read my ForScan posts about disabling the seatbelt warning screen. Works like a charm!

 

[Ape Factory]

Installed this today, cruise temps on the highway were identical to OEM intercooler temps. Both front and rear louvers in place. I will likely remove the front louvers next weekend as I didn't want to remove the entire bumper due to time constraints. It's literally an hour job to swap this out, probably less the second time around. I could probably swap them in about half an hour.

Despite the cruise temps being the same, throttle response is unquestionably better. Absolutely no doubt. When you floor it, there seems to be less lag, more response in "normal" mode and the temps drop. I did have a chance to sit in heavy traffic. Turning on the a/c while crawling or even stopped brought the temps down albeit slowly. If I had to do it again, I'd likely go Whipple due to the included relocation hardware for the same $$$. I do like the CPE end tank design a bit better along with the diverters on the hot side to direct airflow appropriately.

Ultimately, I'd like to see a 3" thick version with sealed ducting, bar and plate and the superior end tank design all the aftermarket options have over the OEM intercooler. I'd also like to see a new front bash plate with a larger opening to funnel more air at the intercooler.

 

[TurboS]

Interior cosmetic enhancement. I have always thought, even with the Carbon Fiber pkg, that there should have been a little more to the interior to differentiate the Raptor from the Bronco, especially in the console area.
Installed these TufSkinz interior products ordered in Code Orange with Matte finish to coordinate with all the OEM matte finishes. Decided on a theme of outlining all the control panels in the console and the headlight/ditch light panel. I'm very pleased with the TufSkinz product quality resulting in OEM appearance and durability.
The Bronco TufSkinz lettering I installed last winter are also Code Orange in the standard gloss finish.
Hints:

1. Prior to application clean interior mating surface with isopropyl alcohol using a microfiber cloth. I had previously applied interior ceramic coating to all the interior plastics so I repeated this step a couple of times. The TufSkinz products stuck without any issues.
2. Do a dry run (before removing adhesive covering on backside) to check product fitment and location taking into account the control panels may need removed in the future for serviceability.
3. On the headlight switch panel and rear console panel tuck the edges prior to pressing onto panel as it's a snug fit, which is exactly what you want.
4. On the center dash HVAC controls, from the passenger seat, I carefully aligned the upper outside edges along with around the control knobs, then gently pressed the upper outside edges enough to hold in place. Then exited the Raptor and from glove box area looked along those thin Code Orange segments to perfectly align with my finger and carefully pressed into place. Like looking down a wood 2x4 checking for straightness.
5. To have your TufSkinz products in Matte finish vs Gloss, forward your order confirmation email from TufSkinz to sales@tufskinz.com to ask for Matte finish on specific product numbers in your order.

 

[Ape Factory]

That' looks really good. Is it hard plastic? More than just a sticker in other words?

 

[LATXAg]

I was looking at those as well… first round was exterior where all the Raptor emblems were located, even the rear diff R and outlined FORD grill letters- love the products so far… did you consider the overhead switch console overlay?

 

[Ape Factory]

I want just the R for the front grille but not willing to spend $100 (tax & shipping) to discard the F, O and D letters, LOL. If anyone wants just those letters and wants to split the cost, lemme know. I won't hold my breath.

 

[LATXAg]

I want just the R for the front grille but not willing to spend $100 (tax & shipping) to discard the F, O and D letters, LOL. If anyone wants just those letters and wants to split the cost, lemme know. I won't hold my breath.

Yeah, I debated quite a while…I ended up going with VinylFoxUSA for my grill letters, they had more options and were cheaper… here’s a link.. hope it helps…

Ford Bronco Raptor Vinyl Grille Letters| All Patterns | '2022+

FITS: 2022+ Ford Bronco Raptor DIY Install Ready Free Lower 48 Shipping 60-Day Returns Lead Time: 1-3 Business Days Air Release Vinyl (Bubble Free) This vinyl kit was designed with installation in mind. This kit includes EVERYTHING needed to successfully install these graphics yourself. Please...

vinylfoxusa.com

 

[TurboS]

That' looks really good. Is it hard plastic? More than just a sticker in other words?

It is flexible enabling it to conform to mating surface contour in the intended locations. The domed top clear layer of resin is 4mm thick. The 3M adhesive is very sticky, best to have it positioned correctly on first try.

 

[Ape Factory]

Yeah, I debated quite a while…I ended up going with VinylFoxUSA for my grill letters, they had more options and were cheaper… here’s a link.. hope it helps…

Ford Bronco Raptor Vinyl Grille Letters| All Patterns | '2022+

FITS: 2022+ Ford Bronco Raptor DIY Install Ready Free Lower 48 Shipping 60-Day Returns Lead Time: 1-3 Business Days Air Release Vinyl (Bubble Free) This vinyl kit was designed with installation in mind. This kit includes EVERYTHING needed to successfully install these graphics yourself. Please...

vinylfoxusa.com

Being vinyl, is it holding up ok or is it going to be something I replace each year due to pock marks from debris?

 

[TurboS]

I was looking at those as well… first round was exterior where all the Raptor emblems were located, even the rear diff R and outlined FORD grill letters- love the products so far… did you consider the overhead switch console overlay?

I agree, love the TufSkinz products. I may add the overhead switch console overlay, I was being cautious not to add to much Code Orange.
I temporarily removed my Code Orange door pockets as I thought they were too much Orange, and Prismatic powders now has the exact Ford Code Orange color, as I intend to have them redone in black with a simple Code Orange highlight.

 

[Dewars]

Interior cosmetic enhancement. I have always thought, even with the Carbon Fiber pkg, that there should have been a little more to the interior to differentiate the Raptor from the Bronco, especially in the console area.
Installed these TufSkinz interior products ordered in Code Orange with Matte finish to coordinate with all the OEM matte finishes. Decided on a theme of outlining all the control panels in the console and the headlight/ditch light panel. I'm very pleased with the TufSkinz product quality resulting in OEM appearance and durability.
The Bronco TufSkinz lettering I installed last winter are also Code Orange in the standard gloss finish.
Hints:

1. Prior to application clean interior mating surface with isopropyl alcohol using a microfiber cloth. I had previously applied interior ceramic coating to all the interior plastics so I repeated this step a couple of times. The TufSkinz products stuck without any issues.
2. Do a dry run (before removing adhesive covering on backside) to check product fitment and location taking into account the control panels may need removed in the future for serviceability.
3. On the headlight switch panel and rear console panel tuck the edges prior to pressing onto panel as it's a snug fit, which is exactly what you want.
4. On the center dash HVAC controls, from the passenger seat, I carefully aligned the upper outside edges along with around the control knobs, then gently pressed the upper outside edges enough to hold in place. Then exited the Raptor and from glove box area looked along those thin Code Orange segments to perfectly align with my finger and carefully pressed into place. Like looking down a wood 2x4 checking for straightness.
5. To have your TufSkinz products in Matte finish vs Gloss, forward your order confirmation email from TufSkinz to sales@tufskinz.com to ask for Matte finish on specific product numbers in your order.

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I went with some of the faux carbon fiber for these locations. Cleaned up the interior and gave it a much better look. Was never a carbon fiber fan on anything, but as an accent, I think it looks good.