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@philipw7557

3 жыл бұрын

Ill saving up for a trip with next year Damo. Hopefully all that covid b...sh.. is gone by then.

Great to see a bloke who uses his truck for what's it's meant for and doesnt stress about it. You don't pay lots of money to sit the fuckin thing in the garage. New subscriber mate. 👍

@RoundTheFire

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers mate 👍🏻🍺

A good real world review mate. Certainly no mall crawler that one......😂

i've got a 6 week cape trip planned with our raptor and so stoked you did a damages video. Thanks mate

@RoundTheFire

3 жыл бұрын

I’ve just launched our 14 day Cape York Tag along trips on our website now. Might see you up there 👍🏻

Hey Damo, I picked up my Ranger Raptor back in September last year. You are the main reason that got me choosing the Raptor and I absolutely love it! Thanks Mate. Following your content from Thailand!

Great video mate. Been following your video for the last few months. Keep it up brother

Top review Damo . From a fellow raptor owner your real life advice and assessments are awesome. Keep up the great job your doing looking forward to your next vid 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

@RoundTheFire

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate, I try to cut through all the marketing hype and call it as I see it.

Years ago, we used to use 3 inch exhaust pipe as a snorkel - when we couldn't afford the ridiculous price that the only maker at the time - Safari - used to charge. Now the 'special' metal tube snorkels cost at least twice that of a Safari - go figure! No surprise about the rims, since the toughened sidewalls of the M/T style tyres generally scrape along the ruts. Sidesteps are meant to be sacrificial - surely better than hitting the sills! All in all your relatively stock Raptor performed well. I like that OzRoo rack - I have seen other KZreadrs with those; pretty cool. Like a Rollcage - should be no give in the tub with that rack; forces between chassis and rack? I had the same thing with my trailer plug - that departure angle can be severe on the low slung bits lol. Currently cable tied higher up! Thanks for the vid mate, you are in an excellent location. Cheers mate.

Have done the suspension upgrade on the raptor, went with Mikes shock shop and the re valve. Gained about 40mm in height front and rear with front/rear bars, rock sliders, winch, roll cover and short bed rack with some gear on it. About 30mm once loaded up fully. Lost some initial small bump compliance which you notice on the street but letting air out of tires on dirt bought that back and I don’t notice much difference in the big bump suspension response. Worth it to me to get a bit of extra clearance while carrying the weight (1440kg front, 1400kg rear fully loaded to go). Going to need to keep an eye on front of my tub with the rack now.

@rb25detMitch07

3 жыл бұрын

Also got mikes shocks relvave to suit lifted springs. Definitely a worthwhile option for sure.

Mint review lifted raptor crazy cool

I’m in the same boat as you with the suspension I believe if you put airbags in your springs you will get the comfort and be able to stiffen it up under a heavy load I have a bull bar on the front and winch have raised 2 inches but gone a heavier spring I really want to keep the ride comfort if possible love your show keep sending good videos thanks buddy

Good to see the aftermath. Keen to see what you end up doing with the suspension

@RoundTheFire

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate 👍🏻

Really glad to hear the Bi Turbo is holding up, we talked about the bad design of those rims a while back. I need to contact that company about your winch, and see if they fit an Everest. I love the hidden winch designs. Appreciate the honest update and feedback on the parts. Im still running my DP chip with no issues. The things you er pointing should be something that Ford looks into. The 2023 models could be improved from real life feedback like this. Personally I was hoping more from the wrap, but I bet it saved alot of overall paint damage. Ofcourse the problem is, one big gash leads to the entire panel repainted. Unless you know a really good painter that can blend.

@RoundTheFire

3 жыл бұрын

They still don't have one for Ranger/everest yet I know they said they were working on a design a while ago. You can also check Front Runner i think they already have a hidden winch mount.

nice one damo, scars are cool haha, surprised you did that little damage to your steps.

@RoundTheFire

3 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same thing mate! haha

Very good video once again!! Since i plan to go to the very south of Greece this summer i would love to know if you had any problems with the engine oder the automatic gear box (i hope that this is the correct name). And, how often do you change oil? All the best from Austria!

Poor Raptor. I guess that's what happens though when you use them like you guys do. Good job!🚛🚛

damage list: - bumper crack (victim of small tree) - 4x rim's scuffed - passenger door dint - small buckle crack in tub (tub rack weight?) - 2x trailing arm covers (clips broke?) - Awning hinges bent (preventable with tie-downs) - rear number plate lights popped out (reseal with some silicon) - tow assembly covers (reseal with some silicon) - trailer plug assembly broke off (cover/whole unit) - tub tray riv-nuts popped (corrugation victim?) - clear wrap peeling in places (collecting dust) Possible upgrade - better springs for extra weight in rear

@RoundTheFire

3 жыл бұрын

Legend 😎👍🏻

I'm going to try a set of the rear airbags for towing my camper trailer. I'll post how they change ride comfort

I'm glad I saw you lose the trailing arm cover! I did the same thing yesterday and if I didn't watch your video I would've just drove off. The push in plastic things seem pretty weak, do you think a rivnut type fix would work?

I have the same winch bar. It adds surprising weight. Nothing is removed and things added, where a bull bar at least saves some weight with all the plastic gone. Would advise against zero rated front springs, she'll sag in the nose. I went with small bull bar and winch springs and all good.

Good fun but expensive trip mate

Hey Damo, like others i really enjoy your honest reviews on the Raptor, which has got me thinking of getting one. My only concern is it'll be my daily drive towing 1500kg trailer, and then when holidaying, a 2 ton wind up van. Outside of towing we do trips to Vic High Country and desert trips etc, so Raptor would be great for that. Do you think the Raptor would suitable for both work and play? Concern is really the towing constantly on a daily basis. Cheers Mike

Lovin these vids Damo, gettin my raptor early april. Already bought the ozroo half cab rack for it cos I liked yours so much. Did you fit it yourself? I’m also looking into that snorkel, I’m just a bit worried that after I fit all the gear, ppl might think I’m you drivin past em

@RoundTheFire

3 жыл бұрын

I did fit the rack myself, really easy to do. I would be proud to see another identical raptor Cruzing down the road 😎👍🏻

I've got a 2" lift on mine with a 300hd rear coil, comfort front. Feel free to come have a look or take for a drive, just in carindale.

good to see a raptor used for what its designed for.

hey man why aren't you posting anymore? your videos are great

Will the tub be covered under warranty with the spot welds popping and cracks at the front . Seems to be a common problem

G'day Damo not too bad mate all things considered, the wrap is a bit of a disappointment though it shouldn't be lifting so soon.

Mate need more videos great content thanks i cant find any good ranger raptor content except yours thanks. Does anyone have ceramic tint and your opinion thanks.

Can you explain how the metal snorkel works, well against the norm say the Safari with top pointed forward so air goes down ??

Hi mate. Do the front runner draws full with water with the rain?

Been a while since I caught up with your vids Damo. How did the KO2's fair, any punctures, excessive wear etc? Those wheels might look ok, but geez what a dopey spoke design!

@RoundTheFire

3 жыл бұрын

G’day mate, tyres held up well, (touch wood) I’ve never had a puncture running BFGs on any of my rigs. Very dopey design for the spokes on the rims

Contact Boss Suspension in Qld they have a new Ranger Raptor airbag kit.

@RoundTheFire

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for letting me know mate, Im actually VERY interested in getting airbags rather than changing the springs until now i knew of no-one who did them. cheers

@HenryFamilyTheFirst

3 жыл бұрын

Give Aaron, Boss Suspension a call on 07 5655 0539. Their Ranger Raptor kit is nearly ready to ship. They are powder coating brackets now. Airbags will carry the load without sacrificing ride quality when unloaded. I'm top of the queue and will let you know when they are installed in my RR. Cheers mate, love your channel.

@adamvanderest8783

3 жыл бұрын

@@RoundTheFire hi damo,it's vando here long time mate hope you been well. I'm running the boss airbags now I did the RND for them and they work awesome.

@RoundTheFire

3 жыл бұрын

Bloody hell has been a long time mate. Thanks for dropping the comment. I think bags might be the way to go. Cheers man. 😎👍🏻

Took ya long enough! 🤪🤌🏽

@RoundTheFire

3 жыл бұрын

Slow n steady

@Xplicid

3 жыл бұрын

Slow is smooth, smooth is fast 🤣

You can tell the engineers don't ride in the bush. Build some components like your only driving on the street!!!

thanks for the vid. i'm in a 2017 ranger xlt and curious how you went with you battery and fridge in the tub. did you have any issues with water ingress into the tub (around the tailgate) during water crossings? my fridge is set slightly lower than yours (maybe 100mm above the tub floor on a platform/slide) and i am worried about it getting flooded.

@RoundTheFire

3 жыл бұрын

Water does come in the back but at a much slower rate than I would expect, no issues with the battery getting wet. my fridge cops more water from heavy rain than anything else.

7:09 Most definitely the rack causing the crack. The tub is not designed to carry load there. 8:06 My South African model did not even come with covers! How does your rear shocks' reservoir covers look? The Plastic "FOX" covers? Mine is taking a hammering from driving dirt roads and I know of 2 Raptors that lost a shock from getting hit by a rock...

Yeah mate that crack is from the rack, I had issues with my chase rack doing that also. 👍🏼

@RoundTheFire

3 жыл бұрын

Seems to be fairly common there, not sure how to stop it busing out further other than drilling the end of the split??

@shayneboyle1188

3 жыл бұрын

@@RoundTheFire it's a common problem with most tubs from ford , especially after 2017.

@shayneboyle1188

3 жыл бұрын

@@RoundTheFire our group is called Touring Australia if you want to have a look on Facebook , cheers.

@RoundTheFire

3 жыл бұрын

@@shayneboyle1188 G'day Shane, sorry mate I don't use FB. IG and KZread burn up all my time.

@shayneboyle1188

3 жыл бұрын

@@RoundTheFire that's the best way 👍 no Facebook, if you have a PO BOX We would like to send you a stubbie cooler , we don't sell merch etc it's just a fun thing for us at this stage. We are north Brisbane based .

Still loving the vids fella here in wet n windy Blighty

@RoundTheFire

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers mate 😎👍🏻

That rack needs to transfer the load to the floor. The tubs are weak as piss. Mine is broken even worse than the first time even after adding the Ford support brackets.

Hey damo, i noticed you didnt put a front bar on the new raptor? Is this to keep the ride comfort? Keeping the original springs i mean? Cheers mate

@RoundTheFire

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly right mate, the weight of the front bar was very obvious in the weight of the steering. I don't really want to alter the suspension. Having the hidden winch mount is definitely the way to go.

Nice one Damo. How did your roof rack hold out after seeing Tyler Thompson and Ronnie Dahl's problems 😎🇬🇸👍

@RoundTheFire

3 жыл бұрын

They certainly stirred up a hornets nest with their rack reviews. Ronnie has a habit of shit canning a product as soon as he is paid more to use something else. thankfully for me only light stuff on my rack.

@WACampingAdventures

3 жыл бұрын

@@RoundTheFire love it damo...hit the nail on the head...😂😂😂

@RoundTheFire

3 жыл бұрын

@@WACampingAdventures Its sad but true Pete. Take a look at the Drifta debacle that's still going on.

@WACampingAdventures

3 жыл бұрын

@@RoundTheFire yeh dead on. Bit piss weak actually i reckon. Big fan of what drifta has done for australian jobs mate.

@chrisjones1864

3 жыл бұрын

@@WACampingAdventures no really “ shit canning “ a product if doesn’t do what it’s meant to do

Love The review

@RoundTheFire

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate

@gen1c8rs88

3 жыл бұрын

@@RoundTheFire Ty Fenwick has used 315/70r17 KM3 without problems, but he may have not articulated the suspension enough. 35x12.50r17 KM3 do fit well on a 17x7.5(on a 2020 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon on the TFL KZread channel in the USA, but I am not sure if that would be legal in Australia) because they are a 295/75r17(approximately 34.4×11.6) and would protect the rims better too.

Hi Damo. Have you got rid of the 35" tires? I noticed you had 33" on this video.

@RoundTheFire

3 жыл бұрын

G'day David, I've always had 33s on the rig they seem to work well for everything I've thrown at them.

Hey mate the tub on my raptor started to crack like yours. What did you end up doing to it to fix it?

@RoundTheFire

2 жыл бұрын

I made a brace that attaches to the front of the tub and sides to stop any flex.

Would you consider one of the new long range fuel tanks for it?

@RoundTheFire

3 жыл бұрын

I had a brown davis 150L in my 2018 raptor, but again without the suspension upgrade there was a lot of sag in the rear. Also the DTE and fuel gauge don't line up after installing a long range tank, I needed to find someone in brisbane who had access to ford scan to adjust the parameters in the computer.

These raptors are showing up with lots of suspension problems trim falling apart but worst of all the transfer boxes are failing at a alarming rate i deal with this at work once a week at least

@RoundTheFire

3 жыл бұрын

what seems to be the main cause of the transfer case problems?

@DirtySlapper99

3 жыл бұрын

@@RoundTheFire we don't know but has to related to the coil rear I worked on one last week that was given a warranty red flag for jumping it and others that have never seen dirt so it doesn't need to be engaged to fail we put a after market telescopic tail shaft on one that sees harsh treatment on a property to see if it's a shock though the drive line. All are being checked during service's and is sorted no question under warranty if defective it is not the chain issue that is also a problem and has been for a while I'll let you know if we find a solution also have a word to the service department about that crack in the tub yours is the third time I've seen it happen

@RoundTheFire

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate, really appreciate the feedback 👍🏻

I don’t think I’d be using the rhino rack.

Firstly, you need to be brave to smash your Raptor like this. This is what it is meant to be I believe. Why don’t you use airbag man at rear??

If you don't want scratches on your pissweak plastic bumper why didn't you fit a steel or aluminum bullbar like a real 4wd has? Tanga