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    Raptor alarm system

    Lol true. It seemed like a good idea at the time to safeguard what I've done for security- plus I added a few personal details. Twist my arm....;) I suggested two things- the JimmyJammer system and the Ford-licensed Skyway Smart Alert system. I live in an area with a high theft rate due to...
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    Sand air down pressure?

    For what it's worth I work at the Imperial Sand Dunes in California (and the Glamis dunes to the north). I've done everything from drive straight thru the middle of the dunes (honestly not the best idea if you don't need too- fun if it's your weekend trip, but risking getting stuck on a daily...
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    $6000 Over dealer invoice WTF

    Randy is right about this- the times can vary pretty widely. I know of a guy who ordered his Raptor from the same dealership the same week as mine with a priority code of 10, with mine being 11. He got his in 9 weeks or so, while I waited ~4 months. The only explanations I could get was that my...
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    $6000 Over dealer invoice WTF

    That's BS- keep looking. It took me about 3 months and 10 different dealerships, but I was able to get mine for $250 under invoice (with BS dealer fees I ignored bc it brought it to $300 over invoice) by buying it through the retail order program. What this is is basically the dealer orders a...
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    Line-X gripe

    I don't blame you for being annoyed by the sticker, but I agree not to take it out on Line-X. When I had my truck done it came out sticker free. The only emblem they put on my truck was the yellow one in the bed, with the explanation that it was there for warranty purposes. Yea I didn't care for...
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    Exhaust Pipe Guard

    You guys mind up my mind for me to go ahead and chop the pipe. Thanks!
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    37" Tires on Raptor.

    [/COLOR] I asked for a price on their website and was quoted an MSRP of $9899. Very cool looking wheels for sure, but waaaay too much for my taste considering that they aren't beadlock or anything else useful.
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    Exhaust Pipe Guard

    Good points. I never considered getting mine chopped after the axle. Unless it degraded performance I'm tempted to do that.
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    Exhaust Pipe Guard

    I'm fairly new to this site, so if this is already a thread I guess I didn't search well enough for it. Has anybody bought/fabricated a 'skid plate' for this exhaust pipe tip area? I work outside in the desert driving trails most days in a pickup (sadly, not my Raptor). I've seen enough people...
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    OEM Navigation

    You'll notice that in a couple of these the smaller screen above the nav system has changed. When I'm streaming bluetooth music from my cell phone it displays some code-looking name ("A2DP A2DP"). I'm still trying to figure out if I can change this somehow to at least something like "Bluetooth...
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    OEM Navigation

    Here's an update on this no name Chinese nav system. I had this weekend to play with it as I went to Tucson. I resolved most of the issues, which I'll get into below (along with some pictures to show you guys the system). It's hard for me to give a definite thumbs up/thumbs down on this thing...
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    OEM Navigation

    Allright, well so far this install has been a disaster. Part of the problem was the install guys- I live in a small town and the Best Buy is the most reputable place to go to. I'm not saying that Best Buy car audio installation can't be done correctly, but mine went far from smooth. What I can't...
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    OEM Navigation

    After reading the F150 forum posts I decided to give this a try. One of the guys there says that his installed system works just fine. I got the nav system in the mail yesterday and took it to an car audio shop to see about an install. They looked and the nav system and my truck and didn't think...
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    OEM Navigation

    Two thumbs up for this find. I've been mining the internet for weeks now looking for either a cheaper OEM system or good alternative. My local Ford dealer quoted me a little over 3k for parts and install for the OEM system.
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    Truck got broken into

    I got a good laugh off this. Good line. :) Yea, going to jail for me wouldn't be fun. ---------- Post added at 08:55 PM ---------- Previous post was at 08:53 PM ---------- That does come across pretty bad, huh. Yea, I do get pretty worked up over this because I love my truck and I...
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    speed45's ambient light kit

    Make that two more of these! :)
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    Truck got broken into

    That sucks! I firmly believe in vigilante justice, like in those internet videos of thieves getting their hands chopped off in public. Like someone mentioned, the JimmyJammer is the way to go. Anybody can smash a window if they really want to, but at least with the JimmyJammer plates they can't...
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    Sliders and Skid Plates, oh my! (WARNING: Pic Heavy!)

    Great thread- two big thumbs up. I come from a rock crawling/mudding background (from the forests of Washington state and Alaska), and I can't imagine not adding further underbody protection. This is going to help me out a lot.
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    moon roof vs. sun roof

    I always figured that some company trademarked the term "sunroof", so others were forced to come up with a different term.
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    ADD Feadback

    These guys are great. I live a few hours from Apache Junction and have only made it to their shop once. Even though they on their way out to lunch they offered to give me a tour. I have the Stealth front bumper on order now and will most likely pick up a few more things soon. Two thumbs up!
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    Ford Raptor in Matte Black Vinyl Wrap?

    How is your paint holding up from doing that? I've considered that but wondered if the magnet would be strong enough to not have the material slide around- if so then sand/grit/dirt trapped between it and the paint might cause fine scratches. I still might do the magnetic sheet route, but...
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    Raptor Security Camera

    Anyone looking for more vehicle security might want to consider getting the Ford-licensed SmartAlert system. It's got a decently hefty price tag (~$700 I believe I paid, first year free with $249 a year annually after), but it's functions and peace of mind make it worth it. SmartAlert from...
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    Border Patrol Raptor Spotted......

    Yea, fairly old news. We've been seeing them around Yuma for quite some time now.
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