I don’t think it hurts the suspension at all, unless you’re bottoming it out, it will just handle worse and the composure of the vehicle will be worse. I wouldn’t expect to much worse, but noticeablly at least.
Like in the Explorer ST, I actually like it. V6 has a unique tone that is weird to others that I like. Nothing beats the rumble of a V8, but V6 and 4 cylinders have their own unique sound.
4a auto is AWD, I dont think that it will add noticeable amount of wear and tear. I think it would actually mean less wear and tear for the tranny because it doesnt shift as much and shifts quicker. Probably more wear and tear on the engine since it is holding higher RPMs. I think its a wash...
Gosh I hate the fake Raptor talk. I think it would look neat, but it is in the eye of the beholder. Youre not trying to look like a Raptor, youre making your Badlands look good.