Weak points?

[nrselle]

Hey all, I'm looking to buy my first Raptor at the end of year. I'm doing my research and would like some feedback on any weak points the Raptor may have. Thanks!

 

[srs]

Makes my wife mad at all the ****** droppin it causes.

 

[OrangeAddict]

If your genuinely asking.
* front steering rack is a weak point
* front wheel spindles
* lack of transmission skid plate.

 

[Magnum PI]

If you're stupid enough everything. Meaning anything can break. So upgrade as you go along. Recently for me tie rods , front shock and upper control arms. Depends how hard you drive it off road. Like anything else.

 

[nrselle]

Just to be a little more specific, I won't be driving the truck hard in the dirt. I'm primarily looking for mechanical issues that tend to fail after the truck sees some miles. Won't be hucking it or hitting up Barstow main lol. The most dirt it will see will be taking my dirt bike out and taking it out to watch the races. I'll be in the market for a used Raptor. What are the things I should be looking for? CV joints, wheel hubs/bearings, etc. Are the transmissions and engines (6.2L) pretty bullet proof? Thanks again!!

 

[Airjammer]

Makes my wife mad at all the ****** droppin it causes.

LOL

 

[OrangeAddict]

Just to be a little more specific, I won't be driving the truck hard in the dirt. I'm primarily looking for mechanical issues that tend to fail after the truck sees some miles. Won't be hucking it or hitting up Barstow main lol. The most dirt it will see will be taking my dirt bike out and taking it out to watch the races. I'll be in the market for a used Raptor. What are the things I should be looking for? CV joints, wheel hubs/bearings, etc. Are the transmissions and engines (6.2L) pretty bullet proof? Thanks again!!

Given this statement the items I listed above are mainly from off-roading your truck. If your off-roading is mild I have not heard of many problems.

 

[The Macf]

Just make sure the TSB for the driveline clunk has been done.

 

[Rookie]

Power steering as a whole I'd say.

Water.

 

[tbone]

if your not offroading too hard, not pushing the truck and keep up with maintenance you shouldn't have any problem besides normal wear and tear.