Gen 1 Raptor Rehab Part 3 - Interior (L track, Dash Cam, Rear Seat Release, Cab Vent Filters)

[@SteveHartmanVideos]

Thank you for going into all the detail this is a great way to learn about doing it yourself

[@KeepItDirtyOffRoad]

Thanks man

[@captainmoto206]

I ordered one of the little side storage pockets for the dash. My 2015 and 2016 had storage there that I actually used. My 2011 Raptor... nada. This actually works for what I like to store there. Mine came with additional tape, I used all of it and it’s stuck to the lower dash pretty good. Thanks for the recommendation.

[@KeepItDirtyOffRoad]

Right on man. Glad we could help.

[@nickwestfield]

man I really wish you went into detail on the fuse that was used lol. I've bee under my dash all day and nothing!

[@KeepItDirtyOffRoad]

It’s one of the blue 15amp towards the top of the fuse box. Forget which one because we literally just started pulling every fuse to test.

[@nickwestfield]

@@KeepItDirtyOffRoad thanks. Looks to be the Sync display. Your dash cam only need accessory power? Did you have constant on wire also?

[@KeepItDirtyOffRoad]

I’m using the magic power switch. So I use one wired to constant power, one to a key switched power and ground. The magic power combined with my camera will detect the on state of the truck and enable full recording when on and time lapse when off

[@nickwestfield]

@@KeepItDirtyOffRoad smart move. Thanks for the clarification.

[@fnxtugboat3541]

Should do the rear window defroster mod as well while the seats are folded down. jumper wire on the defroster connection. Gen 1's have been known to blow the rear window out when defroster is used.

[@KeepItDirtyOffRoad]

Wait what? 😳😳 how? Will have to look this up now

[@fnxtugboat3541]

@@KeepItDirtyOffRoad I don’t actually know why it does it but it’s a thing. It’s way less common than the fuse 27 issues but it’s an issue with Gen 1’s. I did it as it was a risk I didn’t want to take and I don’t use my rear defroster anyways. Something to look into. Just google Gen 1 raptor rear defroster. You’ll find some links for blown out rear windows

[@Rommer2258]

I felt the tinnitus comment, I have the same issue

[@KeepItDirtyOffRoad]

Yeah, it sucks with any closed ear headphones. Only time I use them is on a plane.

[@timpearson4040]

Where did you get that little cubby you taped on the driver side?

[@KeepItDirtyOffRoad]

I have it linked on my gear page. Link in the video description

[@ConcreteButcher]

Like that “L” track. Going to have to get some for the rear of my truck. To bad there isn’t a plug in Bluetooth connector for the radio. You could use ear buds or something that you like. When I was in the field working. We’d buy blue tooth adapter jacks, buy some old school headphones 🎧 take them apart, put the speakers into our peltors.

[@KeepItDirtyOffRoad]

YeH, that would be awesome. But they have some funky input and output requirements that most standard non race type headsets just don’t do. Will need to get creative on the next one. Won’t be pretty but it should work.

[@Teamotoring]

Question on rust before next episode I moved my Gen 2 raptor to Sweden from Middle East. We have super salty roads like US Canada in Sweden. I went to the American Ford import expert here and he said don’t even waste your money on protective coating just let it be. Would you agree?

[@KeepItDirtyOffRoad]

If you plan to offroad regularly, you don’t need it. The sheer act of off-roading sand blasts all that away. If you plan to daily your truck, no off-roading, then it can make sense to reduce rust. But mainly only need it on the frame. Can and everything else is aluminum

[@Buedel57]

If You already mentioned it I couldn't find it what dash camera are you running? By the way the build is turning out great so far.

[@KeepItDirtyOffRoad]

Check my gear page on amazon, linked in the description. I have a dash cam section with details

[@donaldwright2565]

Great video! Have you moved/removed/replaced the bulky box Sony sub to get all of that back seat floor space opened up? My buddy put a flat sub under each seat. That Sony is always in the way!!

[@KeepItDirtyOffRoad]

Not yet, but it’s on the list. I want a flat floor so it’s most likely going in a custom enclosure behind the seats

[@donaldwright2565]

Thanks! I learn a ton with every video! I’m going to get that seat release and look into sub options mounted back there! My dog also hates the sub on the floor…hehe.

[@themachanic6416]

Where you put the filters in the back is there any reason that you can’t just cover up the holes

[@KeepItDirtyOffRoad]

Don’t cover up the hole. Those vents are designed to release presssure that builds up in the cab as the temperature changes. They must still allow airflow

[@themachanic6416]

@@KeepItDirtyOffRoad so I’m thinking of using an Airaid air filter to use to cover the holes what a the dimensions of the hole? Do you know if there is something I can upgrade my SYNC system to 3 or 4?

[@KeepItDirtyOffRoad]

Don’t have the dimension we just started to chop away at our filter here. They do make kits to upgrade to sync 3

[@themachanic6416]

@@KeepItDirtyOffRoad do you know the company that make them or what company to get them like American truck or Stage 3 or CJ pony parts

[@KeepItDirtyOffRoad]

There is a guy on the Facebook groups that’s does them, with the same parts for like half what those big shops are charging. He’s all over the forums. Forget his name. That’s the route I would go, to save money.

[@ChromesConsoles]

Super Nice Video! I love all the detail you go into! I was wondering for the Raptor SVT lineup what Chase racks do you recommend? My dad and I are looking for a chase rack for ours with mountable light places!

[@KeepItDirtyOffRoad]

You looking to do shocks thru the bed eventually or just want to carry gear? For just gear, 454 motor sports makes a great rack that is easy to remove for regular day to day loads. Next up is Forged offroad s rack. Really like their rear tire setup. If you plan do to shocks thru the bed, look at RPG and SVCs kits. Not as flexible but will set you up for the next upgrade. Lastly, don’t be afraid to go custom if you can’t find what you like. I did on the last trucks and got exactly what I wanted. Will be doing a custom rack for this truck eventually on top of the SVC rack

[@ChromesConsoles]

@@KeepItDirtyOffRoad My dad stated that no he does not want shocks thru the bed as of now. Maybe in the future yes. I told him about SVC kits and he says they look super great because I should photo of it and some parts of the videos you have on the SVC kit! He also lastly stated that maybe if we do get a rack for shocks thru the bed in the future then he might upgrade for SVC suspension all around! Thank you for all the recommendations!

[@rp3823]

A great video update for the “Roosh!” … Video commentary font is a bit too small. And dark colored text gets washed out against the dark background. 🧐

[@SPAWNOFSATAN013]

Can this be use on the scab?

[@KeepItDirtyOffRoad]

Yes it can. It’s the same mechanism to release the seats

[@isldtime]

Not condenser but evaporator. Condenser is at the radiator.

[@KeepItDirtyOffRoad]

I suck with getting the names right

[@isldtime]

@@KeepItDirtyOffRoad You do Fine. We all knew what you were saying.

[@KeepItDirtyOffRoad]

I should have just called it the radiator thingy under the dash. 🤪

[@citizenpark2782]

🔥

[@JayJay-ym5jx]

You still thinking about getting the ram trx?

[@KeepItDirtyOffRoad]

YeH, BUT we are way over budget on the rehab and it’s price is weighing heavy on us. May have to cancel our order.

[@JayJay-ym5jx]

@@KeepItDirtyOffRoadoh ok. it’s a nice gen 1 being supercharged and with the upgraded svc suspension.

[@KeepItDirtyOffRoad]

Yeah, the suspension is really putting this truck up to the top.

[@IndiMan2233]

Seeing my evap pictures being used made me laugh😂😂😂

[@KeepItDirtyOffRoad]

Those pics have guys worried about their AC systems.

[@IndiMan2233]

@@KeepItDirtyOffRoad yeah my Ac blows Hard now, and cold, i have to keep it in fan speed 3 to barely be okay, i have sat in other gen 1s and have yet to see one with this hard of blowout strength so this might be why

[@KeepItDirtyOffRoad]

Agreed man. It’s a major flaw and it’s not helped by a glitching auto AC system. Mine is constant glitching and staying on at high speed, or just barely blowing. I have to either toggle the temps, or toggle Max AC just to get it to wake up and perform right

[@timpearson4040]

Thanks i ordered that little cubby. A question I've had for a long time. It's concerning super charge or turbo charging engines. I love the 6.2 but ever since the beginning when Rousch or whoever would upgrade that motor it never seemed like it got insane HP and or power, yes it increases it but how are they getting 775 out of a much smaller displacement motor? Also the V6s end up with insane power. Is it the original way the motor was designed?

[@KeepItDirtyOffRoad]

I don’t know enough about all that honestly. My guess would be what each engine can take and making reliable power. 6.2 can be supercharged to just over 500 hp and be reliable. Ecoboost can do the same to just under 600. But big numbers both reduce the life of these engines big time. Those 700hp aftermarket trucks don’t last on the road long

[@timpearson4040]

@@KeepItDirtyOffRoad I agree on the dependability and that's kind of the reason I'm hesitant to do any upgrades, I do feel the more middle of the road is the best of both worlds, my wife and I are in such a different world, as to what we use ours for, that said it does get old having to floor it all the time to get it moving. Maybe some tuning might help??

[@KeepItDirtyOffRoad]

A tune would help a lot, the supercharger adds power but still can’t avoid giving it more pedal to make it go. It just does it faster when you do. A pedal commander can help, but I’m not a fan of foolers like that. Seen too many guys get problems with codes and going into limp mode because of them

[@timpearson4040]

@@KeepItDirtyOffRoad I don't mean to keep bothering you, but what do you think about 5 star tuning? I have seen a couple of videos where guys seemed happy with them, and it seems like they really know Ford Trucks.

[@KeepItDirtyOffRoad]

Your hear good and bad with tunes. 5 star I’ve seen guys swear by them and others hated them on the Gen2 platform. I really don’t know enough about them to comment as I’m usually a keep the engine stock kind of guy unless I go with a supercharger specific tune.

[@mehryar.]

Been a fan of your channel for more than a year now. Finally bought my ruby red gen 1 three days ago. It has 3.0 kings in the front and fox long travel shocks in the rear which is a bit odd to me. I'm learning a lot from you channel and I wanted to thank you for the videos. P.s. I'm also in California and the truck has headers on. I need to buy a cat in California, right?

[@KeepItDirtyOffRoad]

Shoot me a DM on Instagram. Headers and CA compliant cats don’t mix. You have to get creative or take it back to stock.

[@mehryar.]

@@KeepItDirtyOffRoad thank you for replying. I just sent a DM.

[@mikefrayman5224]

What about the new style bicycle helmets they have microphones for each ear and a tortoise and a small helmet

[@KeepItDirtyOffRoad]

I need more of a headset base. I can’t use the mics that comes with most system. Has to be a very specific mic. So I need a headset that allows me to clamp on the PCI specific mic.

[@disel2301]

Ac evaporator *

[@KeepItDirtyOffRoad]

Is that the correct name for it?

[@ryanmower4521]

Your wife makes me laugh!

[@KeepItDirtyOffRoad]

She’s awesome. So much more fun when she’s out there with us

[@11bangbang84]

let us know what fuse location for the dash cam! Joe Biden voice “Cmon Man”

[@KeepItDirtyOffRoad]

I spent way too long looking for a key switched one and just haven’t had a chance to go back and very fit which on it was.

[@ethan5610]

Tinnitus sucks

[@hippykiller-wow]

Just out of curiosity why are you taking a 6500 pound Street truck and pretending it's a trophy truck?

[@KeepItDirtyOffRoad]

🤣🤣🤣 get your facts straight!! She’s 7000 lbs and not a trophy truck.

[@hippykiller-wow]

Mr. Truth put me up to it. He said his trucks better than yours. I've seen both, his is better. Have you seen his hood scoop with that light rack?

[@KeepItDirtyOffRoad]

🤷‍♂️ he’s never seen any details on his truck or have seen him come out on a run even though I’ve asking him to come out. Just based on his comments here I know he’s a total poser. Until I see him on the trails or he shows his real name and account with me, which he hasent so I have no clue who he is. But based on his comments he has no clue what he’s talking about. And if you think the best feature is the lights, that tells me all I need to know of you. 🤣🤣🤣