SexyAvalancheGrey
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So I finalized all my choices after doing research for the last 6 months. I did alot of reading and wanted to get around 10k miles on my truck before I started to modify it.
Had one electronic issue where my Phone would not pick up the bluetooth and I had the Oil pan leak. Both were fixed by the dealer but these were things I wanted to show face before I started to modify the truck.
My initial build starts with Gear Head Tuning. After doing alot of research and reading on Larz the tuner I had nothing other then positive feedback on him.
Intial parts for the build:
Gearhead Tuning
Gearhead Preferred Spark Plugs
Mishimoto FMIC
SPD Turbo Adapters
SPD Catless Downpipes
I did not choose to add an exhaust because the raptor already has a full 3 inch dual piping to the rear which in my opinion would give plenty of flow. The goal of this build was to give a consistent daily driver build that had a sleeper status from the outside but enough grunt to make it actually sound like a truck which IMHO doesn't sound like one from the factory.
The Mishimoto FMIC retains the stock location and I also bought in black, I didn't want a big blaring "hey look at me" fmic.
The adapters and catless downpipes will give it the turbo spool sound I was looking for. also after alot of research I found the combo of downpipes with the stock catback exhaust gave it a nice sounding exhaust.
I have had many other builds in the past to name of the few recent was a Porsche Turbo Build that was 1300hp, a Mk4 R32 800hp and have a White Audi R8 V10 with full carbon packages and modified.
The plan down the line is for a consistent build in the 7-800hp range with a built motor and reinforcing drive train if need be. I will first enjoy the parts and Tune now and I will be posting videos and photos as it comes along. I will report back but just wanted to make my initial thread on here.
Had one electronic issue where my Phone would not pick up the bluetooth and I had the Oil pan leak. Both were fixed by the dealer but these were things I wanted to show face before I started to modify the truck.
My initial build starts with Gear Head Tuning. After doing alot of research and reading on Larz the tuner I had nothing other then positive feedback on him.
Intial parts for the build:
Gearhead Tuning
Gearhead Preferred Spark Plugs
Mishimoto FMIC
SPD Turbo Adapters
SPD Catless Downpipes
I did not choose to add an exhaust because the raptor already has a full 3 inch dual piping to the rear which in my opinion would give plenty of flow. The goal of this build was to give a consistent daily driver build that had a sleeper status from the outside but enough grunt to make it actually sound like a truck which IMHO doesn't sound like one from the factory.
The Mishimoto FMIC retains the stock location and I also bought in black, I didn't want a big blaring "hey look at me" fmic.
The adapters and catless downpipes will give it the turbo spool sound I was looking for. also after alot of research I found the combo of downpipes with the stock catback exhaust gave it a nice sounding exhaust.
I have had many other builds in the past to name of the few recent was a Porsche Turbo Build that was 1300hp, a Mk4 R32 800hp and have a White Audi R8 V10 with full carbon packages and modified.
The plan down the line is for a consistent build in the 7-800hp range with a built motor and reinforcing drive train if need be. I will first enjoy the parts and Tune now and I will be posting videos and photos as it comes along. I will report back but just wanted to make my initial thread on here.
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