New Gen 2 Raptor Ranger first modifications!!! can we fit 35 inch tyres including the spare?

New Gen 2 Ford Raptor Ranger! Will 35 inch tyres fit?
It was a pretty exciting day for my good mate Damo, after months and month of waiting his brand new Gen 2 raptor ranger had arrived.
For those who don’t know these are pretty impressive 4wds out of the box. Fox 2.5 live dampening suspension, Twin locked and now with an engine that actually deserves the Raptor name plate! It is a twin turbo v6 petrol making 292kw and 583nm also weighing in around half a ton lighter that my Y62 patrol, this thing is fast, unbelievably fast especially for a 4wd.
Now in our fashion it was never going to stay stock. So day 1 we were strait into modifying it. Nothing to major to start with. Wheels and tyres, installing a UHF and some tasteful styling changes.
The big question, can you fit 35” tyres under a standard new gen 2 Raptor Ranger? Yes, absolutely you can!
Before we go in to what needs to be modified, the wheels of choice are a Method 312 in bronze 18x9” with a positive 18 offset. In all honesty a positive 30-35 would be a better offset on a 9” wide wheel. The tyre of choice a Nitto 35x12.5r18 Trail Grappler.
So what this means, we have a wheel with arguably too much offset for a raptor ranger, and tyres that have a notoriously large overall diameter. But surprisingly it took only minor trimming to make the work.
We removed the front mudflaps, removed the honey combe blocks from behind the inner guards. Trimmed the inside of the front flare and bent a tiny portion of the quarter panel up out of the way. That’s it! I would say with a +35 offset you would quite possibly get away without cutting or removing the honeycomb blocks.
As for the spare? Simply a 35x12.5” tyre fits. It is a little snug but nothing that will cause any issues. Keep in mind the Nitto Trail Grapplers are a 890mm OD tyre, this is the largest overall diameter of a 35” tyre I have seen available. So every brand of 35 will definitely fit under the back of a new gen 2 Raptor Ranger.
The GME XRS was installed utilising pre-existing holes in the tub for the 2.1 dbi areal. The unit itself hidden under the carpet on the passenger side foot well and wired into the internal fuse box using an add-a-fuse. This is really the simplest way to install a uhf radio in any 4wd.
The cheap and tacky Raptor stickers on the tray were removed with a little heat. That is where we called it a day on the first round of modifications for the Raptor.
After driving this thing I am seriously thinking I need my own.

[@plytme]

Well done guys, just subscribed looks awesome, I now have the long wait for mine but seriously can't wait after the test drive. Look forward to more vids, Cheers

[@HappyGoTravel]

Cheers mate ✌️

[@CatFinder3000]

First man I’ve seen treat the raptor the way everybody treats their usually 4x4s. It’s good to see this side of the car as well

[@HappyGoTravel]

🤣🤣 I’m keen to see what this thing can actually do off road. I think it’ll be impressive

[@grogginess]

Great job. Looks sick!! Front springs will make it fairly level 😎😎👌

[@LeesterFlores]

Awesome!!!!!! Definitely going to follow you for some modding ideas. Cheers from the USA! Righto!

[@HappyGoTravel]

Cheers mate ✌️

[@ttecsolar2846]

Great video m8 just got my 2023 Black Raptor today in Adelaide SA

[@xavierguthrie3358]

As someone who owns a y62 looking at the switch , the more content the better 👍

[@HappyGoTravel]

I’m seriously considering ordering one. I was told a 12 month wait so I’ll probably be ready to let the patrol go by then

[@dankeene442]

Nice.. Your raptor looks awesome. 👍🏻

[@HappyGoTravel]

Cheers dude ✌️ he waited a long time for this to arrive so he was keen as to start playing around with it

[@sjfifita6223]

Always thought the raptor decal was cheese, especially with that little claw on the r. Something a kid drawing would have, Good to see the dude tend to that 👌

[@krasnaludek298]

Great looking truck 👍🏻

[@STEWDEE]

Looks awesome ! Nice work guys. I'm waiting on a list in the USA for one. Cant wait to get it.

[@HappyGoTravel]

Cheers mate ✌️

[@sketchysticks1860]

Sick truck my guy!

[@HappyGoTravel]

Cheers dude ✌️

[@edgarchieng2130]

If I ever need an ute alongside the Patrol, it's definitely going to be a Raptor, it's the best thing in the market right now.

[@HappyGoTravel]

I agree, it’s pretty Impressive from the factory

[@ejectrecords6390]

i thought about wrapping the front black awell & maybe putting some black exhaust sleeves over the exhaust tails was nice to hear you agree on the wrap, please show if you get it done!

[@HappyGoTravel]

The silver bits are long gone now 🤣🤣🤣 we did discuss the exhaust also

[@ejectrecords6390]

@@HappyGoTravel please show can't wait to see it, i live in the UK and I have ordered one but no build dates yet so looking like it won't arrive until summer... I'm living my dream through this channel haha. the exhausts look incredibly dark, they found in the trials that the dark color was scratched off by the lack of protection from the mudguards, but would love to find a way to keep them dark.

[@tedeganagondi]

Bro,what is the load index of the stock tires? The 285/70/17 ko2’s?

[@jamoyme4475]

Hi, did you lift the truck? And if yes how many inches. Thanks

[@luizmkv6963]

Nice! Do you know factory wheels offset?

[@mrhappy9911]

Love it more vids plz

[@HappyGoTravel]

Cheers mate ✌️

[@Dfranze1000]

Great video legends! Did removing the number plate guard and drilling into the plastic mess with the radar for emergency stopping etc?

[@HappyGoTravel]

Cheers mate, nah everything still works as it should

[@sealoftheliving4998]

What a Beast!

[@HappyGoTravel]

There’s not too many rigs I’d consider getting rid of the patrol for but this is definitely one

[@sealoftheliving4998]

@@HappyGoTravel Are you from Europe?

[@HappyGoTravel]

@@sealoftheliving4998 nah I’m Australian. This is Aussie spec. TTv6 petrol 292kw 583nm. What is the stats on the eu version?

[@weridegiantsmtb284]

I’ll msg ya tomorrow with the double sided stuff I used on my handheld. Best shit ever! Stuck straight on my vinyl wrap in mine an hasn’t moved since. Matti, Odin62 🤘🏽

[@HappyGoTravel]

That’d be awesome, the stuff we used wasn’t very good

[@obs2746]

Yep looks good,

[@HappyGoTravel]

Cheers dude✌️

[@OshoLee]

Did ride quality improve?

[@daviddunlap5602]

Did you lift or level or stock height?

[@Eddie_Turbo]

We sold our Y62 and have ordered a Raptor. The Y62 is a bloody great car but dated. Really excited for the Raptor... Can't remember the last time I felt this way about a car!

[@HappyGoTravel]

I think im going to order one but I’ll keep the big girl until it arrives. I was told a 12 month wait 😳🤷‍♂️🤣

[@Eddie_Turbo]

@@HappyGoTravel yeah we thought the same but got a ripper price so decided to sell! We honestly miss it everyday. I reckon if u keep making content on your mates, see how it goes! If the patrol videos trend better just cancel your raptor order or sell it for profit like everyone else lol

[@HappyGoTravel]

@@Eddie_Turbo in all honesty I’m not to fazed with a 12 month wait I’m not really ready to give up the big girl just yet. There is plenty of content I’ve got in the pipeline for the 62. It’ll also give me time to decide if I really want one or if it’s just rig envy🤣🤣 i do absolutely love the new raptor atm though. I did bolt the 35s back on the patrol already 🤣

[@espkh1549]

This is a small ass truck not a real ford

[@HappyGoTravel]

@@espkh1549 🤣🤣🤣 I’m assuming you’re a yank? This is Just another Aussie Ute, but an impressive one to our standards

[@szkolenia_mtb_shralp]

What about jumping? Will the wheels fit under the arches with the suspension fully compressed?

[@MotorBloke]

my thoughts exactly😂😂😂he's a soccer mum

[@fadibousamra8973]

This tire size kills suspension travel.

[@destroyerplayz5005]

Does the honeycomb bit just unbolt/unscrew or is it also a cut out job? Thanks

[@HappyGoTravel]

The honeycomb block is just a couple of bolts

[@phil.4x4.adventure]

is 35s fit on stock spring

[@mocliamg1973]

Great job!! What is the clearance after installing the wheels 35 inches?

[@HappyGoTravel]

You gain just a little over an inch in ground clearance

[@ohyeahcris792]

I live in the USA and it’s not over here yet but they’ve announced it to go into production next year and I can’t wait. I’m getting rid of my Chevy Colorado.

[@HappyGoTravel]

The TTv6 makes these things absolutely awesome. It’s a great package overall when you consider the suspension, power and 4wd abilities. I’m keen to see what is released to the US market. It’ll be interesting to see if it comes with larger tyres considering the raptor broncos

[@fabriciocobarivas1760]

So 35´s fit without any modifications? i was thinking just to install some 1.5inch wheel spacers. Thank you

[@HappyGoTravel]

Yeah they do fit with minimal work. I’m not a fan of wheel spacers. I think you’d be close to making them work on the standard wheel offset. I think a 9” wide +30 offset wheel would be the best option

[@RaptorDecalsMaster]

Great video, amazing car..!!! Iam about to get mine EU edition (less power unfortunately), expecting delivery late this December... Iam about to put 35s on, but also a lift kit.. Do u think lifting the car is going to affect negatively the height sensors of the fox suspension?? Also the trail grappler tires, are noisy compare them with stocks BFG KO2..?

[@HappyGoTravel]

Thanks mate. Is the EU version still TTv6 petrol or does it have one of the diesel options? I think spring lifting it would. Damo is going to put a 1” strut spacer in the front. To keep all the factory sensors happy in the fox shocks. The raptor doesn’t have bump stops and the strut leg is thick and over engineered so it should be right. These nittos are noisy mainly because they are about 50% worn. When they’re new they are reasonably quite for a mud tyre. The KO2s are really quite, most ATs are these days.

[@RaptorDecalsMaster]

@@HappyGoTravel The EU version is 3.0L V6 petrol motor as well, but with 292hp and 491Nm output.. The 2.0L diesel engine will come out summer 23'

[@HappyGoTravel]

@@RaptorDecalsMaster that is definitely a little less power and torque. Being light with awesome suspension it’ll still be awesome

[@RaptorDecalsMaster]

@@HappyGoTravel yes, the euro6 regulations sucks ... Europe sucks😢😢 Anyway i will put 2" spacers in the front and 1" spacer rear, trying leveling the car.. I hope this doesnt hurt the suspension ..

[@HappyGoTravel]

@@RaptorDecalsMaster mate it’ll be fine. Looking at the front I’d say 1” spacer is the go. With the way the fulcrum works on the LCA I’d say it’ll achieve somewhere around 30-40mm of lift and that will get it sitting level. And It won’t affect cv angles or anything like that. If you want to do 2” you’ll potentially have to do a front diff drop to balance out the increase. Either way putting spacers on top of the shocks will be the best option with these so it doesn’t affect how the live valve fox works

[@666dantheman]

This is awesome, thanks guys, definitely more content please! Have you taken it off-road yet and if so did the tyres rub once the suspension was compressed more?

[@HappyGoTravel]

Cheers mate ✌️yeah we have, it goes really good. But I’d expect that from high power, reasonable suspension travel and twin locked🙌 no scrubbing either, I do still think +30-35 offset wheels would be better though

[@birdymeo]

@@HappyGoTravelwhat offset are your wheels? Have you tried at full compression?

[@HappyGoTravel]

@@birdymeo they are +18 and 9” wide. We cut everything to make them work at full compression. In saying that +35-30 would be a better offset for clearance purposes

[@Relaxationbestforyou]

Is that Australia?

[@WolfValley.]

Hey mate, did these wheels fit on the gen 1 raptor without modifications of was it the same??

[@HappyGoTravel]

very similar, but less cutting

[@owainbennett663]

Haven't driven for a month and all the usual stuff done.

[@Bigfoot_2109]

They look good but rear suspension is low imo (shocks) what u reckon

[@HappyGoTravel]

It does seem a little low until you put it beside something lifted. And it works so well you don’t really worry about the height

[@-zerocool-]

Niceeeee. Would like a nicer job done to the wiring tho

[@marc10uae]

hello, any idea how to level the front now? i dont see any parts on the market yet...

[@HappyGoTravel]

It can be done with strut spacers. Ideally resprung struts would be better. I’d say the high end shock shops will have something in the pipe line already

[@marc10uae]

@@HappyGoTravel thanks for your reply!

[@biggiesmalls3083]

Badass

[@HappyGoTravel]

Thanks mate

[@ppr3017]

in a long run does it need a leveling kit? Or its fine with stock height?

[@HappyGoTravel]

It’ll be fine in the long run. Leveling would definitely have it sitting better. In all honesty I think a +30/35 off set would be better on the wheels

[@ppr3017]

@@HappyGoTravel oh i see, but which one looks better stock or leveled?

[@HappyGoTravel]

@@ppr3017 leveled looks better.

[@ALG1K]

Sounds like your test diff is whining, There’s a fault with them 5 in the uk needed new axles

[@mikeycassey8507]

Hello neighbour! Does the truck fit in your garage? cheers

[@HappyGoTravel]

It does✌️

[@ck4391]

Does a 35 inch tire fit in the spare wheel well? Or what is the max size it will fit?

[@HappyGoTravel]

Hey mate the 35 fits in the factory location. There is around 1cm clearance either side of the exhaust

[@ck4391]

@HappyGoTravel thanks for checking! Been hitting up a bunch of dealerships over here stateside to get on order queues. One more question, how much if so at all of a bother is it to access the lockers in the touch screen? People were complaining about having no physical button for lockers during the recent reveal but I was wondering how much of a hassle it is from a person who already owns a ranger raptor.

[@HappyGoTravel]

@@ck4391 it’s not to bad, like everything you get use to it pretty quickly. I’m keen for you guys to get them in the States. I’m thinking there will be some cool aftermarket gear coming out in the US for them

[@HKTjohnnywalker]

I just ordered my Ranger Raptor.. you thing a less aggressive tire tread pattern would fit without modifying the fender wells? I start cutting and pounding on a new truck and my misses would murder me.. 🤣

[@HappyGoTravel]

🤣🤣🤣 yeah I get that. Slightly smaller tyre or a slightly less aggressive offset will fit no issues. I’d go with a 295/70r18 this is around 34.5” and a +30 offset and it will be perfect

[@HKTjohnnywalker]

@Happy Go Travel thanks mate, I'm on a 4 month pre- order waiting list here in Phuket Thailand.. SMH...

[@HappyGoTravel]

@@HKTjohnnywalker 4 months isn’t too bad we’re over 12 months here for them now

[@Raesad08]

Are those rims Method 18"? or 17"?

[@HappyGoTravel]

They’re 18x9 +18

[@jdimonda]

What color is the vehicle? I love it

[@HappyGoTravel]

its the conquer grey

[@Enessy13]

Can you tell me the exact size tire this is please? Cheers.

[@HappyGoTravel]

It is a Nitto trail grappler 35x12.5r18. All the exact specs to the mm are on nittos website

[@Enessy13]

@@HappyGoTravel cheers!

[@gravitygabri3l]

You should probably get it re-geared so it doesnt feel like a slouch.

[@billyelcon4036]

What do you Mean mate?

[@gravitygabri3l]

@@billyelcon4036 re gear the differential and transfer case gears to compensate for the bigger tires.

[@rangabanga32]

​​@@gravitygabri3l you sir have no idea, diff and transfer re gear.righto, or you're being sarcastic.

[@navarrolaurent7548]

hello friend what is the offset of your wheels on the raptor thank you

[@HappyGoTravel]

Hey mate, they are a 18x9 wheel with positive 18 offset

[@navarrolaurent7548]

@@HappyGoTravel oh ok do you think that if I set an offset +1 the wheel will come out a lot?

[@HappyGoTravel]

@@navarrolaurent7548 yes most definitely. This is honestly too much offset. +1 will sit out another 17mm each side

[@navarrolaurent7548]

@@HappyGoTravel ok thank you my friends your raptor is very beautiful I am impatiently waiting for mine I only receive it in August

[@ethenjordan2010]

Kinda wish there was a sunroof.

[@mikekay213]

And rear opening window

[@HappyGoTravel]

I don’t go much on sun roofs but a rear opening window would be awesome

[@vramura]

@@HappyGoTravel The 2024 Next Gen Ranger Raptor in US comes with rear opening window... and it is electric. Sunroof will come as an option for sure in the future as the big sister F-150 Raptor has it.

[@Cwright2s1187]

Can I ask what color your ranger raptor is?

[@HappyGoTravel]

hey mate it is Meteor Grey

[@Amarilloslim-]

Its actually Conquer Grey

[@jjktmk14]

What’s the tow rating on these new Raptors

[@HappyGoTravel]

It’s only 2.5t they’re not really made as a tow rig. You’d be better with the v6 diesel ranger if you were looking to tow heavy things all the time

[@jjktmk14]

@@HappyGoTravel yeh bit of a shame they have such a shit tow capacity, these things would have plenty of grunt for towing. Would rather a petrol over a diesel nowadays.

[@HappyGoTravel]

@@jjktmk14 they definitely have the power. But with the suspension set up it’s too soft in the rear for the weight. In saying that these are more designed for belting up the brach / in the bush. The suspension just soaks everything up the ride is unreal

[@stephenchurcher8885]

When people understand the raptor is not a heavy towing 4x4 it's designed for of road performance and racing it's allready won the American desert race with no engine or suspension modifications that's what it does it's a mid size twin cab killer no competition. Pretty simple if u want too tow heavy stuff that's what the other models rangers are for

[@christianrm874]

Is having 35s legal but?

[@HappyGoTravel]

In NSW it is. It is within the allowed percentage increase. But keep in mind this is because of the factory 285/70r17 size that comes standard on the raptor ranger. On any other model new ranger it wouldn’t be legal . You’d need to check your state or territory’s legislation on it though✌️

[@fcgyxfl]

Wat size tyres

[@HappyGoTravel]

35x12.5r18

[@Conandestrya]

Have you lifted it yet?

[@HappyGoTravel]

Hey mate, it has been lifted now. It has king springs 2” in the front and 1” in the back

[@Conandestrya]

Does that work ok with re valving? As it is now sitting higher in the stroke

[@HappyGoTravel]

The valving seems ok and it still ride’s awesome. I do believe Mike shock shop are working on revalving for this next gen though so that may be a future update

[@marklock1238]

400hp on road with ag tyres? 🤔

[@HappyGoTravel]

🤣🤣 I know what you’re saying but it does also spend a lot of time in the bush too

[@dpdog88]

What is the fuel consumption like

[@HappyGoTravel]

Around 14-15L but only if you’re nice to it

[@dpdog88]

@@HappyGoTravel . I'm tossing up between th petrol or diesel. How many ks per tank you get on average

[@HappyGoTravel]

@@dpdog88 depending on how it’s driven 4-650🤣 when you flog it it loves the juice but keep in mind 35s is the worst thing you can do for fuel economy. It’s all dependent on what you’re doing with it. IMO, The thing that makes these cool is the TTv6 petrol. Without that they’re petty much like every other top spec dual cab Ute on the market.

[@dpdog88]

@@HappyGoTravel so the question is fuel economy, or power . Honestly its a Hard choice. Be nice yo do those long outback trips. But with how much cheaper petrol is at the moment it prob evens out

[@HappyGoTravel]

@@dpdog88 that’s it. I run 17.5L in the y62 on 35s when I’m nice to it 🤣 but it also holds 140L. Two 20L jerry cans and it’d be similar range with the raptor

[@seadoomania]

Nice wheel but wrong offset

[@HappyGoTravel]

100 percent. +30-35 would be better

[@gen1c8rs88]

@@HappyGoTravel Qty.5 17×8.5 +35mm Method Bead Grip 706 Bronze wheels, and the 35x12.50r17 size has a 5 to 6mm smaller diameter 😉👍

[@nd9667]

So , are you buying a Raptor? Will be devastated...

[@HappyGoTravel]

I could be if this tho keeps impressing me

[@steelgong]

The wheels look terrible. Stock are much nicer. And that antenna location is laughable. Some people shouldn’t be allowed to touch vehicles.

[@HappyGoTravel]

🤣🤣🤣 thanks for you valued input ✌️

[@steelgong]

@@HappyGoTravel you’re welcome

[@David-fd6ex]

Good to see 2 engineers re designing the raptor lol hahahà

[@HappyGoTravel]

This might be hard to believe but one of us actually is an engineer 🤦‍♂️🤷‍♂️🤣🤣

[@David-fd6ex]

With scribble all over arms omb lol

[@HappyGoTravel]

I had to take the engineering notes somewhere 🤣

[@David-fd6ex]

butcher job hammer and silicone fixes everything lol

[@David-fd6ex]

🤣🤣just shows cowboys dont just ride horses i would never let butchers like this near my car

[@HappyGoTravel]

🤣🤣 what can I say, we’ve been known to do cowboy things

[@brianjensen5200]

Haha yeah thinking same. I'm glad I watched this video, decided 35's not going on mine now, definitely not cutting or bashing anything in on mine.

[@HappyGoTravel]

@@brianjensen5200 you could definitely make 35’s work without cutting with better offset

[@weridegiantsmtb284]

Check ya messenger I sent u some pics