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  1. Bradley J Zefkeles

    Spark plugs/100,000 mile service

    My 2013 SVT Raptor needed the 16 spark plugs replaced. The Ford dealer and two indipendent repair shops quoted $2,500 - plugs and coils. After doing some research I decided to have the iridium spark plugs replaced - and only any coils that were not up to factory specs. I paid $825 for the...
  2. Bradley J Zefkeles

    To those considering a first generation raptor

    So, you are seriously considering a first gen for SVT Raptor. Mine is a 2013. There some common things to consider - at least from my file of receipts. Number one - and you know this. Early Raptors get a real world MPG of 9.5 to 11.8 MPG. If you have added an aftermarket tune profile...that...
  3. Bradley J Zefkeles

    Battery Replacement/Size and Jump Pack

    I have been having odd electronic issues much like these posted about batteries. Much like many here I went with an Optima Yellow top. It helped about 98%. There was one last thing I kept reading online...before you shut down the Raptor unplug anything in one of the 12 volt power ports. Next...
  4. Bradley J Zefkeles

    At home DIY ceramic coating...save some cash!

    I have been a Pro Detailer for 27+ yrs. (betteraskbradley.com). Save big $ & buy 9H Mr Fix Auto Ceramic Coating online. Under $30. Don't be the guy/gal that wastes 1,000s of $. Just wash, claybar, dry, do any needed paint correction - polish etc. Apply as instructed in box. Allow to cure w/o...
  5. Bradley J Zefkeles

    GEN 2 Ceramic advise?

    So I owned and operated a professional auto detail shop for 27 years. Like most I was intrigued by the ceramic hype. I got online and studied and investigated. Long story short...the stuff works but don't throw away from $500 to $4000 folks pay. Dig in online and find Mr Fix 9H ceramic in the 3...
  6. Bradley J Zefkeles

    2012 Crank, No Start - Fuse 27 is not the issue

    I have had the no start issue. I had the fuse relocate kit professionally installed. Then it happened again. After looking over the more usual suspects and finding no issued I came to a strange finding. I normally park my Raptor on our very steep driveway pointing nose down. If I have less than...
  7. Bradley J Zefkeles

    Ford dealership scammers

    Are you looking for sympathy? Who in their right mind would agree to this without it in writing? I agree....who is scamming who?
  8. Bradley J Zefkeles

    GEN 1 BFG KO Cracking

    A Raptor is a heavy beast. It's going to go through tires faster than your dad's Buick Century. Do yourself a favor and just buy some new tires already. Even at 40,000 they may have tread left but they are old. When you drive the truck with it's new tires I guarantee you will feel like you...
  9. Bradley J Zefkeles

    My Wife just puked in my Raptor

    What a whiner. If you can't handle cleaning it drop it off at a detail shop. If you are too cheap to have a professional clean it up you overshot your budget buying a Raptor. I am sure it's much cheaper to clean the Prius you missed out on. Give your wife a break!
  10. Bradley J Zefkeles

    GEN 2 Poll for the Ages

    Too old? Sorry JPete.....if you feel old at 45 maybe a Raptor is the RX you need! I feel pretty young and spry at a ripe 59. My Raptor is my 47th vehicle...and my best!
  11. Bradley J Zefkeles

    "New" Raptor fun!

    Six weeks in on my "new" 2013 Raptor. I am in awe. I traded from a '14 FJ. It's the gobs of HP & torque...up the steepest trail on rock, 85 degrees with the AC on full and the stereo cranked. I am in heaven!
  12. Bradley J Zefkeles

    Red Velvet Back From Ceramic Coating

    Five minutes of online research and I found ceramic coating...for $8. It goes on with half the effort of wax or sealant. I spent 27 years as a professional auto detailer. The stuff is amazing....but what is even more amazing is what the public is willing to pay! $2000...$3000...or more. I may...
  13. Bradley J Zefkeles

    Any recommendations on an aftermarket front skid plate?

    Any recommendations on an aftermarket front skid plate?
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