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    Current '23 R Market Conditions

    You have a point here, except that last statement there is something I’m not so sure of…& i own a BTC (yep- 1 single coin lol)….i think the potential for govt issued crypto globally & collectively govt’s fondness for effecting currencies on THEIR terms will ultimately dampen the widespread...
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    What will be the last model year for this gen Raptor?

    If they did it w/ the Eray corvette then they sure as sh*t can make a case for a hybrid off-road truck even if it adds some weight I’ve been all over the EVs & the nonsense story behind them form day 1, I know if intimately, work in the industry myself. BUT a non-plug in hybrid like the Eray is...
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    What will be the last model year for this gen Raptor?

    In the “modern” era (10th gen F150 from ‘97 on) Ford has gone anywhere from 5 to 7 years in between redesigns, last gen was 6 years - do we expect this current generation F150/Raptor to go through 2026 or do you think it may run out to ‘27? Seems like it was a fairly heavy redesign particular...
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    Gen 2 maintenance 60K

    Im at 66k miles, my maintenance has been as such (I plan on keeping for 120-150k miles) engine oil every 5k Rear diff every 15-20k (have a performance diff cover w/ makes it easy) Front diff/T-case every 30-35k Spark plugs every 30-40k Engine air filter 2x a year Cabin air filter 1x a year...
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    2019 - Final Gut Check Before Fixing Broken Rear Shocks

    I don’t know if you read my post correctly- I’m saying I’m not bothering w/ the Fox factory adjustable 3.0s @ that price point w/ the mile on my truck & if you can get NEW Fox OEM live valve shocks for around $2200 all 4 corners then I also don’t see why anyone would go the rebuild/swap route...
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    2019 - Final Gut Check Before Fixing Broken Rear Shocks

    $3800 for the fox factory 3.0 adjustables tho? Seems like TSW rebuilds w/ a core charge are no great bargain- I think better route would be getting brand new shocks all 4 corners for $2200 + install then selling you used take-offs for the best deal You can get
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    Pads and Rotors Recommendations

    Yeah I know all that was just ribbing ya b/c I know it’s 100% a GM OEM affiliate, & I used to handle akebono’s scrap generation for N. America, they have good quality control that’s the best you can ask for. I’m surprised your brakes didn’t hold up well I’m now @ 65k miles & besides a shimmy on...
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    2019 - Final Gut Check Before Fixing Broken Rear Shocks

    My ‘18 that got totaled @ 45k miles still had life left in the shocks for sure, but I’d say they were more worn @ 45k miles under similar use conditions than my ‘20 is w/ 65k miles- maybe the live valves last longer? Either way- can anyone confirm if you can just buy new OEM live valves? I’d...
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    Just Bought This Gen 2

    Yeah that seems crazy low it would have me scratching my head, not necessarily good to just have a Vehicle sitting w/o being used at all unless it was someone literally only putting 2500 miles evenly per year
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    Pads and Rotors Recommendations

    Sounds like GM snake oil to me
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    2019 - Final Gut Check Before Fixing Broken Rear Shocks

    I have 65k miles on my ‘20, w/ a good chunk of miles hauling a double jetski trailer + 2 dogs 2 kids wife & gear, probably up to 5k miles easy loaded up like that, my shocks are still definitely fine & showing no sign of obvious wear the ride is still plush on & offroad The leaf springs are...
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    Least bad financial move.

    If get a ‘23 & see if you can get a discount, you obviously have no shortage of vehicles to drive in the meantime- so take your time & find the exact vehicle you want for the best deal
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    Ranger vs F150

    I had a ‘98 ranger that went 178k miles w/o issue until my friend totaled it, then had an ‘89 Ranger that went 280k miles on the original clutch!! Brake lines blew on me so I took it the junk yard lol, used it as a beater for a couple seasons during winter/bad weather when I was trying to keep...
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    Winter tires other than Nokian LT3

    I run the Nokian Hakkapelitta (spelling?) on my Raptor but if I couldn’t get em I’d 100% go w/ the Duratracs b/c you can get em studded, which would improve winter traction all around despite not being a true winter tire- they have good siping but the studs help quite a bit. I originally had my...
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    Corroded valve covers

    wait until engine compartment is dry & mostly “clean” then Douse em w/ this stuff- Yamashield, then wipe down w/ microfiber cloth & let it set. Give it 30-40 mins then give another lighter coat & do not wipe off, let set 60 mins put on a 3rd coat be good to go This stuff is formulated for...

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