Scab vs Screw

I went with the SCAB for a lot of the reasons you listed. I didn't need the extra room, the lower tow rating isn't an issue, the smaller tank isn't an issue, I still get over 400 miles to a tank, easier to park, shorter overall length helps with break over, I personally think its looks better, and more unique because just about all of the Raptors I see are SCREWS. I will agree with what some have said you are likely to have a better resale with a SCREW, the bigger gas tanks means less stops at the gas station, and the higher tow rating could be useful for some. If resale, bigger gas tank and the better tow rating is important for you, go with the SCREW. If I had to do it over again I would still get the SCAB, only I would of paid the extra for the tailgate assist. When I ordered mine I forgot to add that.

Older post but still good overview of the differences




Supercab

Advantages

It cost $2765.00 less than a supercrew.

Shorter turning circle curb-to-curb

A foot shorter will make it fit better in your garage.

Shorter wheelbase makes it better for offroading.

Easier to park because it is shorter

It looks way cooler.


Disadvantages

Less room for passengers in the back.

2000 pound less towing capacity.

Smaller fueltank.

Less convenient with smaller doors in the back.


Supercrew
Advantages

10 gallon larger fueltank.

More legroom second row. Great for passengers.

Can tow 2000 pounds more than the supercab.

Convenient with full doors in the back.


Disadvantages

The Supercrew costs $2765.00 more than the Supercab.

Longer turning circle curb-to-curb.

A foot longer may make it not fit in your garage.

Harder to park because it is longer.

Less offroad capable because of longer wheelbase.

Heavier may make it sluggish.

There's only one Raptor! Leadfoot SCAB!!!

BroncoAZ said:

My only hesitation is towing ability being limited to 6000 pounds. Neither Raptor model will tow my current 20’ car hauler with my Bronco on the deck (8700#), but the Screw would tow the Bronco on an aluminum trailer.

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The Raptor engine/tranny is rated to tow ~10K lbs in the Limited. There is a guy on here that modded his screw to tow an airstream trailer so the potential is there. Depending on how often you are trailing the Bronco you could just rent a tow vehicle. Realistically though a SCAB Raptor is not for people that need to tow a lot.

I’m in a similar situation. Just the wife and I, plus we’re both short. I went back and forth between the scab and screw and finally went with the screw. I like the look of the scab better but the extra gas tank and all the space sold me on the screw. We don’t have kids and don’t want any, but I do enjoy trips with friends and prefer driving. My 3 best friends are all 6’4” and the rear seat is huge. There are miles of leg room so I’m sure they appreciate that. As far as off-roading is concerned, I have a TJ Wrangler with the wheel base of a go cart that I wheel in so not too worried about high centering. The Raptor is honestly too wide for the type of trails I take my Jeep on. I’m sure the Raptor will see some beach riding though.

I would also think the Super-cab is a tad bit faster and nimble since it's a lighter truck with the same power.

realjones88 said:

The Raptor engine/tranny is rated to tow ~10K lbs in the Limited. There is a guy on here that modded his screw to tow an airstream trailer so the potential is there. Depending on how often you are trailing the Bronco you could just rent a tow vehicle. Realistically though a SCAB Raptor is not for people that need to tow a lot.

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In reality, days of towing the Bronco to Moab for a week of crawling are probably over. I’d like to get back to it, but I haven’t been in years. Something about working 50-60 hours a week and traveling 38 weeks per year lease me short on free time. When I was towing the Bronco regularly it wasn’t more than a few trips per year. If I get the LS swap done it should be reliable enough to drive the 325 miles rather than tow. I’m not one to modify stuff beyond its legal capabilities, my wife is an attorney and I work in risk management.

Buying the Raptor would mean me selling my Dodge 2500 diesel, my daily driver VW Passat TDI, and my 20’ car hauler. Those three should pay for about half of a Scab.

BroncoAZ said:

In reality, days of towing the Bronco to Moab for a week of crawling are probably over. I’d like to get back to it, but I haven’t been in years. Something about working 50-60 hours a week and traveling 38 weeks per year lease me short on free time. When I was towing the Bronco regularly it wasn’t more than a few trips per year. If I get the LS swap done it should be reliable enough to drive the 325 miles rather than tow. I’m not one to modify stuff beyond its legal capabilities, my wife is an attorney and I work in risk management.

Buying the Raptor would mean me selling my Dodge 2500 diesel, my daily driver VW Passat TDI, and my 20’ car hauler. Those three should pay for about half of a Scab.

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Lol same paragraph not wanting to mod vehicles beyond their capabilities while contemplating bumping power by what, 100-200 ponies on an antique vehicle you intend to drive to & from off-roading on public roads? Lol- I get that it’s a bit different than modding a raptor slightly to accommodate a higher tow limit, but then again- no Bronco was ever made to handle that power, & there are directly related F150s w/ higher tow ratings- only difference? The Raptor has a more powerful/torquier engine, better gearing, & a stronger more reinforced frame (all things that should equate to higher tow rating) vs the regular F150 w/ a higher tow rating- main reason for the lower rating on The Raptor as I understood it had to do w/ a combo of the soft suspension & the adjusted GVWR.

I would think adding stouter leaf springs, bump stops, stiffer front springs & a weight distribution hitch to a raptor would allow you to tow the car hauler fine. I dunno if there’s any way to get some kind of DOT approval for a higher tow rating (I imagine there could be) - but while I understand your concern I also see TONS of trucks - raptors included- that are modified in terms of lifts, wider wheel offsets, much bigger wheel/tire combos than factory & then towing what may be under the max tow rating for their trucks in STOCK form - however once you modify a truck like that it’ll obviously have an impact on all of its performance/work ratings too right?

But from sounds of it you seem to be in the position where it makes sense to trim down the toy list a bit simply due to time constraints/practicality. If you’re OK w/ giving up the mpg from the VW as a DD & I also agree an LS engine swap (w/ good cooling) would make for a reliable bronco- however you may find yourself wishing it was the Raptor you were taking the 325 mile trek out for off-roading not the Bronco.

Could you flat - tow the Bronco behind the raptor? I know you can flat tow an f150 behind something else but not sure bout vice versa, but w/ non-enclosed AL trailer should be able to haul Bronco no prob.

realjones88 said:

Fuel capacity for sure could mean something to you at 23 vs 36 gallons. .

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I could not imagine only having a 23 gallon tank. that above all else would be the deal breaker for me.

NASSTY said:

I don't need the extra room in the back seat area either and prefer the look of the SCAB. The smaller gas tank of the SCAB is also an issue for some people, but I really don't need the larger tank either. The SCAB is also rated to tow 6K lbs and the SCREW 8K lbs. That is also a non-issue for me. I have an old F250 if I need to tow anything that heavy.

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Same here, I have a old f250 with a 460 as a backup truck. The shorter wheelbase is better for off roading and daily driving, parking etc. I got my 10 SCAB 3 months ago and am totally stoked with it.