10 Things I hate about my Ford Raptor...

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The Ford F-150 Raptor is the best truck on the market for off-roading, but every vehicle has things that can be improved on! Here are 10 things I hate about the Ford F-150 Raptor!
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[@TheJrschaefer]

This guy works for ford yet still delivers a proper review about some of the hang ups. Well done. Props for honesty. I'd buy a truck from this guy if I was local

[@TCcustoms_]

Thanks bro! 🤙🏻

[@RichBird]

My number one hate is that I dont have a F150 Raptor.

[@filip04254]

That was alsow my first thing, that comes to my mind :):)

[@crunchyblack2224]

Ditto!

[@WestGASportsWade]

Lol yep

[@stus1171]

Update the Sync in your truck. Pretty sure they fixed the heated steering wheel button placement with that update. It moved it to the home screen.

[@steveboone8185]

My 2016 F150 Platinum now has the button on the main screen after the update.

[@Mrbink01]

You're in Alabama and complain about the heated steering wheel?...how cold does it get 45? 50? 😂 C'mon man...move up here to Wisconsin

[@Mrbink01]

@Michael Heath so...sweater weather? 😉

[@Mrbink01]

@Michael Heath take a break man...it was obviously meant as a joke. Sheesh...

[@Mrbink01]

@Michael Heath to someone like you with no sense of humor? Probably not. Why so defensive?

[@thoros3907]

Michael Heath he’s just butt hurt because he didn’t know about Alabama winters and got called out. so now it’s a joke. Bad save on his part.

[@pajamatime5750]

Wisconsin? Haha. Try moving to northern Manitoba. It’ll make Wisconsin look like Jamaica

[@jehumelchor]

What about the backlight on the "PNDRM" letters on the side of the shifter . During the night Its hard to tell what your selecting. Big time gripe!!!

[@chunkyburp]

Autostart stop, Global windows, heating steering wheel can all be adjusted with Forscan. You can set it to disable autostart stop by default, enable global windows and add heating steering wheel button on the home screen. You can also disable augmented exhaust, add temp above the gauge. There are too many options to list them all but having it is a must for Ford owners.

[@thoros3907]

Lol. Nose down has nothing to do with the Offroad suspension or pre runners. A pre runner or trophy truck on the gas is nose up because they have 850+ horsepower. Ford drops the nose to help with mpg. Anyone that’s done a leveling kit or small lift knows you lose mpg with the nose level or raised

[@joeh14]

rotten ron you don’t buy a raptor for gas mileage

[@enigma9789]

Its also done on all trucks to make it level when hauling a trailer.

[@hectorfr91]

For the Rake issue, you don't need to buy anything just do the factory FOX Mid Perch Mod for the front FOX SHOCKS. I was made aware of this and did it to my First Gen SVT RAPTOR. Leveled it right out. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Just labor.

[@02hreblue30]

leave the rake. You dopes with the leveling look stupid towing and hauling. Also it blinds drivers oncoming with the headlights. should be illegal. Totally stupid pickup hangup. love my rake

[@andresbruno1623]

I cant send the screen shot on the coments but the rims look awesome its going to be a beast

[@dmsndy]

I saw them. I’ll say they are Fuel

[@127haggler]

I was looking at a 2017 with everything except the sunroof and beadlock capable rims with 42000 miles. But the undercarriage rust on it was terrible! Twice as bad as my 2016 Z-71, so I have held off. Very good price, but the rust holds me back! Everything else on the truck is mint! Plus it has a JL audio aftermarket sound system. Your thoughts on the rust?

[@jasonroberts9659]

I have owned a F150 since 2016. Love the trucks, but my number 1 complaint would be the lack of a secondary seal on the bottom of the doors. Meaning that all dirt splashed up ends up in your door jams. Normal wash does not get this out with water that runs from the top down. You have no choice, but to do it each time separately. Also if your dressed up and hit weather keep an eye on the back of your pant leg when getting out.

[@AndrewNobleOfficial]

Agreed with the auto start stop!! Why hasn’t Ford defaulted it the other way yet!? I’ll have to install that harness on my channel!!

[@carenthusiast3734]

That’s one nice F150 you have there!

[@josephbeebe4312]

Yep auto start stop is awful

[@Ecoboost5]

Simple and easy to turn off permanently use Forscan

[@02hreblue30]

Just pull third black plug under steering wheel column area when not towing. problem solved. easily reversible

[@joshhaney9769]

Use Forscan for Global windows, auto start/stop disable, heated steering wheel button on screen, Bambi mode is a need, can also disable seatbelt minders.

[@mcthuggets]

This color is my favorite with the Raptor of course being my dream truck. Should be my next vehicle purchase (currently have a 2018 F-150). I despise the auto start/stop, didn't know there was something to stop that entirely. I also hate the 10 speed which seems to be in most models.

[@alecaagaard]

A couple things i know and would disagree on with this video. Auto stop start can be shut off using ForScan or IDS (ford dealers have ids at every techs computer). global windows, although not a factory option, can also be turned on with ids or Forscan. The heated steering wheel can be put on the home page using ids or forscan.

[@mikebavoso26]

I purchased a 2020 and just love! Your rims look better than mine, at least we hasve the same color truck.

[@adriandude85]

A quick way to get into the climate controls, use the temperature knob once, then tap the temperature gauge on the display. It will take you directly to the climate control screen.

[@vinnievierra6320]

Hey man beautiful truck ya got there. However I would like to say that I think I have found a way to disable the Auto Start/Stop system without the need of a wiring kit or anything like that. I have a 2017 F-150 Lariat that I was able to do this on. I simply navigated right to the Settings tab on the screen that sits between the instrument clusters and then clicked Advanced Settings>Vehicle and then there should be something that says "Auto Engine Off" if you select that then it should keep the engine on at all times. Obviously you have worked around these trucks far more than I have but as far as I can tell this works perfectly.

[@nightflyer7626]

2018 stx .I did the same. Its been off for 2 years.

[@AStanton1966]

Good honest assessment. That heated wheel is messed up. Good thing Ford went back to metal oil pans on that truck. Otherwise, you would of had something to add to the list. Talk about inconvenient, you should see how you need to reset the oil life gauge on a 2017 Cherokee Trailhawk: you have to step on the gas pedal and do the Hokie Pokie with the engine off!

[@02hreblue30]

most jeeps that way. no biggie

[@No_nonsense302]

Can’t come up with 10 things I hate about the Raptor, it’s awesome. Congrats again on the ride! Not crazy about your wheel choice, but better than what’s on there now lol

[@geosh10]

We just got a 2019 Raptor and love it! I agree with you about the wheel liners and the heated steering wheel. I also find that the headrests for the front seats are a lot softer than my 2018 Platinum’s headrests.

[@americantrucknation4891]

Global windows can be added on forscan

[@TCcustoms_]

Good to know!

[@coryroot]

Town and Country TV also can add heated steering wheel button on main screen

[@daveworkman5213]

@@coryroot there was a sync update about a month ago that added the heated steering wheel button to the main screen. Didn't have to do anything - auto updated. It's the only update I've noticed!

[@flyer8493]

I had global windows on my xlt. Didn’t use them much but it was kinda cool.

[@billymc2681]

Don't forget Bambi mode with Forscan. It allows you to run your high beams and fog lights at the same time. Quite useful on a dark, country road in the middle of the night. Just be mindful of oncoming traffic!

[@DWH300]

Just wondering if your dealership can spray the wheel wells with the bedliner? Regarding the motion seats. Ford figures when you're making a Baja run. Your bouncing off the seat massaging your back for free. Regarding turning on the heated steering wheel. In my 2017 Edge Sport. I hit Climate on the bottom of the touch screen. Then the heated steering wheel button. I hit the home House icon located at the top left of my screen. I'm guessing your Raptor has the same Sync system.

[@shaynegosse8152]

Subscriber here from Prince Edward Island Canada...love the videos and congrats on the new truck...just may have to make a road trip to Alabama for my next truck!!

[@adamhaayer6809]

Wasn’t that a heated steering wheel button next to the drive mode?

[@dewrus2153]

That is actually the selectable steering mode available on the Raptor.

[@ReelOffishial]

You just taught me how to get out of Apple car play screen without turning off the whole screen for a quick second and you didn’t even know.... job well done

[@box7781]

You need to talk to your service team and the options with Forscan. Or buy your own OBD connector from Amazon for about twenty bucks and download the free software and you can eliminate the auto stop and get your global window option back plus many more options for FREE.

[@rasheedmack]

Gotta appreciate your honesty!!!

[@Iceman69]

Forscan for the global windows and better heating controls I added it to mine

[@rosstomson3007]

auto start/stop can be fixed by simply shorting out the switch itself -- about $0.01 worth of wire needed.

[@michaelsemenas6346]

It's actually easier than that. If you disconnect the small single wire that goes to the positive battery cable the computer will think that the alternator is charging the battery and not let the engine shut off.

[@JonD985]

Going w/a really nice set of Fuels. Excellent choice sir.

[@michaelparsons541]

Those Fuel wheels look sick in bronze, especially with that magnet grey raptor. By the way, you can fix a couple of those things you don’t like, with the fore scan. I’m pretty sure you could turn off the Auto Start/Stop and use the fob to put the windows down with a few codes from the fore scan.

[@Darkangel-sw9lm]

Global windows is a terrible feature. Accidentally engaged it once and my car got rained in all night. Just use the remote start and let the climate control cool it down.

[@imatexan3]

That heated steering wheel button is ridiculous. My 2014 Sierra has the button right on the steering wheel.

[@kenfldude]

I have a 2017 Raptor and on the bottom of my infotainment screen there is always a list of apps. Audio,climate,phone,nav...etc. I hit climate and the climate screen comes up with the heated steering wheel option. Two clicks to engage. I’m not sure why you don’t have the same option.

[@EliteMustangGT]

Global windows work on my 2016 f150 lariat. Hit lock once then 4 times and hold unlock button.

[@michaelhooker5914]

You can hit the button on the steering wheel for the heat. My 2020 F250 has the global windows it just don’t roll back up which is annoying.

[@elijahcrosby786]

if that’s the bronze Fuels i see, they look amazing!!

[@shawnmcquade1259]

I don’t get why wheel wells are bare metal and especially when there carpeted just spray some raptor liner in the wells

[@jjpeeps9995]

Isn't the factor rake on a 2017 Raptor 1.5 inches? I wouldn't call that drastic!

[@YouAreBreathing]

I had to download this video to pause the video to see the potential future rims. Nice choice. And did anyone catch the 1st gen Bronco in the background?

[@ryan5174]

No doubt! I was gonna request a video about it 😁

[@JMilMovies]

Those Fuel wheels you flashed on the screen will look fantastic on that Raptor.

[@bearstothebar]

Those Fuels will look great...especially in the copper color they appear to be on the quick flash 😉

[@kevink397]

Bronze Fuel Rebels, I'm guessing a 20x10. And knowing him its gonna be some BFGoodrich 37" tires and a leveling kit. Calling it now

[@tooie]

honestly the lack of wheel liner triggers me. I know the bed is aluminum so it won't rust from chips and debris but why. just why keep it painted metal?

[@jbailey2315]

You can have global windows... it’s in the programming and you work for ford! Or you can go through Forscan and do it yourself. Also the auto fold mirrors when you lock your truck is a nice programming add on.

[@joetramonte3871]

Congrats on the Raptor! My brother in law just purchased the white F-250 black widow from you. Great dealership!

[@ericcheung4502]

CCR respect. You should look into ForScan... if you're allowed to do those mods. It would address the auto start/stop, the heated steering wheel control, and the universal windows. Another quality video, cheers!

[@NordicViking88]

you can add the global windows with Forscan it only works on the front two windows but its better then nothing i did it on mine and if your computer savvy and spend a total of like 50 dollars for an OBD2 to usb port connector and purchase the forscan software and have a laptop you can make it happen

[@poppyneese1811]

I’m a old guy, so my wheels need to have chrome, I know chrome ain’t cool no more, but gotta admit I’m liking the new blackout look better everyday the young folks are running.

[@abramsma]

isnt the heated steering wheel button on the actual wheel? right below the mute button?

[@darrenalmeida1382]

You mean it is too much of an issue pressing the auto stop/start button? Wheel liners? Rake? I guess you donʻt load your bed with 1000 pounds of gravel? Wash your truck by hand. I donʻt think you are that busy. Roll your windows down when you drive off. We donʻt need heated steering wheels here. Voice button issues? Itʻs a truck.

[@Kennardy]

I hate that I cannot see the outside temp with CarPlay active.

[@stof16]

You can change a lot of what you talked about in forscan. Did it to mine and love it

[@bjmcdole6294]

Please share what you plan on installing to deal with the rake. I'm guessing you plan to use the RPG or ICON "rings" or a replacement spring. Thank you! And as always, love the videos!!!

[@TCcustoms_]

Video is dropping next week!

[@Double.J]

To see his new rims, play at .25 speed and press play and pause really quick until you get it. Start around 1:34-1:35. The new rims are way way better.

[@JAMMER08LV]

You can add global windows to your raptor I added it to my 2019 F150 lariat You can add all four windows and the sliding rear glass or you can do the two front driver and passenger window like I did go up and down you have to use forscan Program on a PC also you could disable the auto stop start like I did and you can remove the icon off the instrument cluster also I enabled Bambi mode where you can keep your fog lights on when you turn on highbeams

[@rrvillegas]

I forget what it’s called but there’s something you can do with a computer through the OBDII port to put the heated steering wheel icon on the main Sync screen. You can also adjust the DRL lights, door open and seatbelt chimes and hundreds of other settings. A friend did that to my 2016 F150 Lariat Sport and now it’s completely customized. It’s a popular search on many F150 forums I just can’t remember the name.

[@michaelsemenas6346]

Forscan.

[@rrvillegas]

Michael Semenas yup, that’s it lol.

[@pierrep2649]

The sound of that Raptor is all good. When it leaves the V8 in the dust does it matter the sound...

[@pierrep2649]

Jesse Robinson Not at all, it’s not an opinion that the Raptor or the Limited with the same engine has more power than the coyote. I’m a fan of all F150’s regardless of their engine.

[@jaygee2]

Mitchell, you can get the "global windows" option in your truck with just a simple ForScan input 👌 there are a few youtube vids that can show you how. Takes 2 mins

[@SLEDNXS70]

nice fuel wheels you did on your very fast flash. I like that dark bronze look with the fake bead locks. nice choice.

[@RUC5]

This is the most superficial "I hate my raptor" list ever. Real problems are: you are supposed to rebuild fox shocks no more than 50k miles, cam phasers break after 30k miles, and you will not get better than 14 mpg. If you can afford these 3 problems and buy a raptor, buy a raptor.

[@Alouded]

I have bronze fuel rebels on my raptor if u wanna see what it looks like

[@Sergeywild]

Even my 2015 superduty has the windows remotely roll down. But you can turn that feature off

[@steveherring6660]

hi again mitchell, you cant have everything! thats why im building my own favorite trucks. my absolute favorite is my 1940 ford truck with a 4.6 thirty two valve cobra motor with a tremic 5 speed, custom independent rear. there is a whole list of things that makes my 40 just so bad. you have just made my mind up as to which engine is going in my other special truck which is a 1961 unibody f-100. i was going to choose the eco boost. i think im going to put a 363 5 liter in the 61. i wanted to tell you the other day but i didnt want to rain on your parade. you have one very nice truck. i agree the wheels are like a very nice pair of earring on your wife. you want them to be just stunning on her. you want everyone to maybe even take a second look just to get a glimpse of those jewels on her. it took months to pick the right wheels for the 40 and i just got the wheels for the 61. those were the hardest choices i had to make for these two trucks. eye catching and get a second glimpse of these wheels. thanks for sharing your new toy with all of us. cant waite to see more.

[@JEgkt]

I think you forgot the crawl control speed don't you that you still overshoot star bucks drive through window?

[@WestGASportsWade]

Wouldn’t autostop tend to put some wear on those engines?

[@flymaster99xxl]

you don't know about ForScan do you. at least 2 things you don't like are fixed for free. (Auto stop/start and global windows). Also, turn on Bambi mode.

[@Joao_Oliveira23]

You actually have the best truck of the USA. God bless America!

[@Kennardy]

Heated Steering wheel clicks!!! I hate that about my 2019 F-150 Platinum!! Great honest review and great channel.

[@davidj1436]

About the only thing I would hate about that truck is the tiny bed. Otherwise would be a very nice ride.

[@desertguy1362]

pic of new wheels at 1.35 but is less than a second so have to put on .25 speed and hit space bar right at 1.35 to see it. Brand Fuel color black

[@ryan_torres]

Pro tip: If you have the key fob inside the truck and the door open, you don't have to push the brake pedal to start the truck!

[@TCcustoms_]

Really?! We will have to try it that

[@TRDGE]

Honesty

[@crunchyblack2224]

Good choice on those fuel wheels. Are you getting all black ones or the color of the one in the picture?

[@BrianBourgeois-]

let me guess. 1. its not a v8 and sounds like a fart can. 2. its super wide and doesn't fit through drive throughs 3. it squats like mad when you hook up a trailer. 4. it drives like an off road truck.

[@Blue_Flame_Raptor]

I doesn't drive like an offroad truck in a bad way. It feels way more sporty and stable than a regular f150

[@lastpme]

That is a cool truck....enjoy the ride.

[@wrenchday2473]

Those fuel rebels in bronze would look good on that truck

[@nordicwolf8808]

You can ise Forscan to customize the icon on your home screen. Also you can program ur driver and passenger windows to roll down and up with key fob using the same software 🤪

[@christopherlortiz]

You know that with forescan you can ad bambi mode and delete the auto start stop option

[@hectorfr91]

The wheels you picked to replace these wheels, look AWESOME.

[@peruser155]

Always liked rake. And I wouldn't call it drastic anyway.

[@magneticfiveoh4853]

Those wheels are going to be epic! I’m looking into some Icon Alloy Wheels that look exactly the same! Bronze agains magnetic gray looks so good!

[@EdgarHernandez-jx7jp]

What about your center console???....does your shifter panel light up?

[@skibum1610]

Did you ever upgrade the headlight bulbs in your 2017 f150?? I have one and I'm looking into better brighter options, I honestly hate the dim yellow bulbs.

[@jakel5127]

Auto start/stop can be disabled without purchasing anying.

[@barbaricbarbosa]

How ?

[@barbaricbarbosa]

Jake L nice thanks is that for any vehicle that has auto start stop?

[@jakel5127]

@@barbaricbarbosa only ford f150 that I know of. Did it to mine.

[@02hreblue30]

easy fix. pull third black plug under steering column. plug back in if towing for lights. problem solved in literally 30 sec

[@dhebert111]

The wheels "flash" is @1:35 and they're a pretty awesome choice.

[@keenanmurray3306]

1. Expensive 2. Lower tow rating then majority of trucks 3. Sounds terrible 4. Only available in useless 5 ft box Most Raptor owners don’t off road to warrant it. My personal F150 has a failed transmission at 90K KM (56K miles)

[@rshukla]

The wheels that flash at 1:35 are (Fuel Rebel 5’s) and here’s the link: www.fueloffroad.com/wheel/13552/fuel%2D1%2Dpiece%2Dwheels%2Drebel%2D5%2Dd681/?finishID=22&lugs=5

[@98montels]

Global windows can be turned on through ForScan

[@bonn1771]

V6 i know was going to be on the list but a few of the list i was shock about for a 70K truck. but still sweet to have!

[@patrickrider2039]

I had to pause the video to laugh when he complained about not having butt rubbing seats. Lol. Super honest Videos from this channel tho

[@BobbyKullman]

I have it on GREAT authority that someone in this video helped pick those wheels out originally. Ha! Also, for everyones knowledge, if any Ford truck comes from SCA is missing a nice factory feature the person in this video shares the blame! We love you Mitchell all kidding aside. Great video!

[@gerrittalvitie1346]

The heated steering wheel button on my 2019 is on the home screen

[@jorvega123]

I’m Chevy guy and Chevy need to bring raptor fighter because these raptor making me want to get one!

[@mj23bama]

You can afford a Raptor and it looks good what’s is there to hate. The one thing I hate is there is not a holder for the Gray Poupon mustard. Lol. Nothing to hate with that vehicle. I’ll be visiting your dealership next spring for my Lariat hopefully

[@rtnguyen278]

What is up with everybody on the auto start/stop button? Spending $100 on the harness when it literally will take you less than a second to disable it, same amount of time to skip a track or change a station, and you do that a lot more. Technology is making us lazy and dumb. Smh

[@christianlarsen7872]

Hey man, love the video, about the Global Windows, those are easily able to be turned on via the OBD port and forscan, and same thing w the auto start stop! it can be turned off via forscan

[@alwayshustle5591]

This!!! Forscan is awesome and let’s you turn on key features like global windows, allowing your passenger to use GPS at any time, Hi Beams with fog lights, eliminate honks when leaving with key fob, etc

[@rudy6223]

Christian Larsen you can also add the heated steering wheel icon to the home screen via forscan.

[@Takingrandom]

Why does the 250 have the global window feature and not the 150

[@dylansmith1261]

Those rims are going to look incredible. I’ve seen them on raptors before and they look amazing (screen record the video boys and play it back frame by frame) 😉

[@jayawilliams07]

Or watch on a computer. Pause video and use comma and period to advance backward and forward one frame at a time. A bit easier... ;)

[@dramey1014]

Good choice on the new wheels!! They will look awesome on that truck!