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    Gen 1 Raptor engine maintenance shop recommendations in Arizona

    Hey guys, I’m looking for recommendations for a good shop in Arizona that specializes in Raptors/Ford performance and can handle engine maintenance and modifications. I have a 2013 Gen 1 Raptor with the 6.2 and already have a top-end maintenance kit that I’d like to have installed. The work...
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    2012 Gen 1 Raptor - What upgrades should you do first?

    I just got a 83k miles Gen 1 Raptor, 2012. Spark plugs, shocks, oils are all original but it's running perfectly. I've got three major questions. 1 - if it's running perfectly what standard maintenance should I do now or at 100k miles even if it's running smooth and the shocks feel good and...
  3. LongGrayLine2016

    Ford ESP and Premium Maintenance Plan - R Model

    Let me preface this post by stating that I historically have performed 95%+ of my own preventative maintenance and repair work (from oil changes to clutch jobs). But I did all of that before becoming a first time parent while entering a "busy" point in my career and personal life. Why did I opt...
  4. RaptorWings

    Coolant question

    Hi there.. I have a 2017 Ford F150 Raptor with about 102k. Bought it with 87k. Cam phasers were already replaced about 4k miles ago. Had the truck at duval Ford in Jacksonville about 2 weeks ago because of a tuning issue, it was shifting really bad from 1-3 but after they did a factory reflash...
  5. KlausVanWinkle

    GEN 2 New to You Baseline Maintenance

    We just took delivery of a certified preowned 2018 Raptor with 38,000 miles on it. The dealership just replaced the oil pan and did some transmission work. I'm new to Raptors. But not new to maintaining 4x4s. In Land Cruiser world, enthusiasts recommended "baselining" new to you trucks with...
  6. Sircottonballz

    GEN 1 Gen 1 maintenance one stop shop

    All right everyone I'm a new member I've looked around on the forms and haven't been able to find everything that I'm looking for so forgive me if I've somehow overlooked something but yes before anyone asks I have used the search function LOL. I just finally got my dream truck a gen 1 Raptor...
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    Gen 2 Maintenance Schedule

    Does anyone have a maintenance schedule for the Gen 2 other than what is in the manual or on Ford's website? I'm at 41k miles now and have only done oil changes, rotated tires, and one new air intake filter. Soon, I will be doing the air filter again, cabin air filter, brakes/pads...
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    Opinions on what might break on my 2012 screw next..

    Hey all, I have a 2012 screw that's currently at 135,000 miles. I bought this car a few months ago and have performed some minor maintenance that seems common at my mileage. I wanted to ask the forum about any opinions you all may have about what might break on my car next if I were to be...
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    GEN 1 Rusted Fox Shocks on 2012 Screw

    Hey all, I recently just purchased a 2012 Ford Raptor Screw with 130,000 miles on it. Got a full inspection of the truck done and she runs perfectly. In the inspection they said all the shocks were in good shape besides the front right shock which is very rusted. I was planning on replacing that...
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    Maintenance Warranty/Premium Maintenance

    Hello everyone. I pickup my new 2019 Raptor tomorrow. First-time owner. The sales guy is trying the pitch me both these plans. Obviously they tell a good story but these plans are not cheap. Does anyone have thoughts on this subject? Are the plans worth it for this vehicle?
  11. Battlezone396

    GEN 2 Brand New Raptor Just Blew a Tie Rod

    I just purchased a certificate pre-owned 2017 raptor last Friday 3-8. I couldn't be happier with my purchase, after many years of saving I got my dream truck. Unfortunately, I hit a large metal object driving home today and blew a tie rod... I dropped it off at the ford dealer a few hours ago...
  12. zmessmer

    Does Ford have to service your truck to not void your warranty?

    So are the service checkups required by Ford to keep the warranty? I'm the do it yourself type, as far as changing my oil and other routine maintenance, and have the tires rotated and balanced at Discount Tire. But I have no idea if there are things I should or shouldn't be doing in order to...
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