VERY close on a raptor and have a few questions for those that own one

[AZ_Craig]

I LIKE the extra axle width, less body roll and more stability flying down rough trails or freeway cross winds. I've been in parking garages all over and never had a problem and that's with true 37's on, not the under sized BFGs.
Whipple tuned, I should be in the high 400's hp. I've owned off road vehicles all my life.... scouts, FJ40's, older broncos, wrangler rubicons, my 12 raptor..... when you have something arguably with the off road capability of an FJ40 but with almost 500 hp the fun factor goes WAY up. Yes, the axles are wider and that drives some people nuts but the actual body is about the same so you really don't get any additional pinstripes than a regular bronco other that the actual flares.

my two cents worth

I didn't mention this but completely agree. The wide track really helps with cornering stability. If you enjoy spirited driving, the capabilities of this thing in corners is pretty incredible, especially considering you're not exactly running tires that are setup for maximizing grip.

I've found I actually worry way more about over-driving the tires in cornering than any sort of body roll or stability issues. In some weird ways it even feels more stable than my EV6 GT and is definitely a lot more planted (my EV6 feels like it wants to kill you when cornering hard and it has a tendency to both power-on and lift-off oversteer which can be unforgiving).

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[vrtical]

As others have said, there are really only two legitimate concerns. One is low clearance parking garages, especially if you plan on running a roof rack (which puts another 3 inches or so on top and runs your height up towards 7 feet). The second is that you may encounter a tight rock squeeze on a trail that becomes way more problematic than it would be typically. For instance, I know from discussion on these forums that we cannot get these rigs through Elephant Hill in Moab without a severe risk of body damage. I was just out last weekend and had issues in a similar fashion in a spot that I'm pretty confident narrower vehicles could get through no problem.

Both of these are pretty minor concerns though and a bit of planning or knowledge can usually avoid it from being an issue.

I had to run a lower profile rack, so with my 37" tires/lift/rack, I have about 7/8" clearance on a 7' door casing now.

 

[AZ_Craig]

I had to run a lower profile rack, so with my 37" tires/lift/rack, I have about 7/8" clearance on a 7' door casing now.

Yes, I guess if you don't care about being able to remove the panels, something like the Prinsu rack probably would save you an inch to an inch and a half at least.

 

[vrtical]

Yes, I guess if you don't care about being able to remove the panels, something like the Prinsu rack probably would save you an inch to an inch and a half at least.

I run a half rack for this reason, but I also don't need to run a RTT.

 

[THE_SAVSQCH]

Is the width an issue either on the road or especially parking?
Trading from 2024 Wildtrak, what else do I need to know?

Don’t overthink it. Can you drive? If so you can handle the Raptor. Hope you pull the trigger it’s a huge upgrade.

What color? I have a BBR that I don’t off-road.

 

[Spyder625]

get it.. worth every penny.. truck is so smooth and handles great.. good luck

 

[AZ_Craig]

I run a half rack for this reason, but I also don't need to run a RTT.

Unfortunately I mount a roof top box periodically and that necessitates having a full length. I like the half rack design more to be honest and if I wasn't using my truck for skiing, I'd have probably gone that way.

 

[vrtical]

Unfortunately I mount a roof top box periodically and that necessitates having a full length. I like the half rack design more to be honest and if I wasn't using my truck for skiing, I'd have probably gone that way.

I have a 95L that fits sideways and leaves a bit of room for other cargo or run dual boxes. It will also fit in a hitch cargo rack I have, but I get the full one provides a bit more space.

 

[AZ_Craig]

I have a 95L that fits sideways and leaves a bit of room for other cargo or run dual boxes. It will also fit in a hitch cargo rack I have, but I get the full one provides a bit more space.

Yeah, the Roam/Pelican style boxes are not long enough to fit skis unfortunately (at least from what I've come across). Need to run something like a Yakima Skybox or a Thule or just a dedicated ski rack (which will have pretty extreme overhang on a half rack, albeit it can be done).

 

[Ape Factory]

I was all set to give a response and then saw you're in NOLA which is my historical home town.. Lots of street presence with the BRaptor and I wouldn't have a ton of issues driving it around downtown although it could be tight in spots. Weather has it's extremes there but they're fleeting so not much of a factor..

The Braptor does have extra frame gusseting and different extrusions and I have to say, I don't have a single rattle in mine whatsoever. It feels very solid. I commute in mine so about 80/20 highway to street. It's great on the highway, has the creature comforts and what I consider to be a nicer interior in the looks department.

I have massively crappy roads, far worse than in New Orleans and other than the odd shaped pothole here and there, the Braptor handles all of that just fine. I have no problem driving it downtown on busy streets.

Like others have said, comes down to finances and parking garages. I really enjoy not feeling like I need to do a ton of big upgrades on the BRaptor which is saying something coming from a modaholic. Gas mileage sucks but you can use 87 octane no problem. And BRaptors aren't nearly as common as the other models if that's worth something.

 

[adam1991]

Always appreciate a good Steve Brule gif... but seriously, if adjusting your side mirrors this way sounds weird to you, I suggest giving it a try. It entirely eliminates blind spots, because as soon as a car leaves your rearview mirror, they appear in your sideviews. I made this switch 15 years ago and have never considered going back.

I, too, have adjusted my mirrors like this for years.

But at no time is the car itself visible in those mirrors while driving. And that's the whole point.

 

[moikojay]

I, too, have adjusted my mirrors like this for years.

But at no time is the car itself visible in those mirrors while driving. And that's the whole point.

In every other car I have driven that’s been true. But in the Braptor, I get the slightest poke of the rear fender flare into the view.

 

[klennop]

My last "truck" was a supercrew F150 which is about the same width as the Raptor. Judging the fenders takes a little getting used to but I use the camera and look out the window. I really miss the big tow mirrors on my F150 so I bought these to help with some of the blind spots, etc.

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[20wenty]

Is the width an issue either on the road or especially parking?
Trading from 2024 Wildtrak, what else do I need to know?

I just came to the Braptor from an F150 Lariat, and although it was a great truck, it was very difficult to park, especially in underground garages. I haven't parked the Braptor in an underground garage yet, but have notice parking in "normal" spots is much easier than it was in the truck.

 

[Dral97]

I have a FE that I love, but I still think about getting a raptor once or twice a month. I'm still paying on a 392 so I can't justify it - regardless of how much I want to do it. I almost pulled the trigger with my dealer who had a shelter green one with the code orange package, but it didn't have the interior I wanted.

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