Our New Ford Bronco Raptor - First Impressions!

[@kernalclink77]

90K for the top tier Bronco and 90K for a top tier Wrangler, but with the Wrangler you get the 392 and the 8 speed. Competition for Jeep is a good thing but I just don't see the Bronco being any better. Yes I'm a Jeep guy and have been for my whole life but I like the Bronco. Had they used a solid axle front I'd have one beside the Wrangler in the driveway.

[@jasonsmith697]

Baddest truck in the fleet hands down!!!

[@Exploduer]

Awesome video! Still waiting for my Badlands, kind of a bummer to see Raptors out already..but still thankful for your share.

[@someguyonline377]

Victoria looks like a mini Brittany, not a bad thing. Bronco Raptor is a nice ride but I'm a Jeep guy and also a Longhorn fan! Go HORNS!! lol

[@jeffforbes70]

got some good shots of her shoulder

[@donaldwatson6342]

I'm glad you've decided to give us a no BS review. I got tired of reading all the Factory fluff.

[@Tanner731]

tire ply is all in the actual tread of the tire and noting to do with the sidewall. most off road type tires are 2 or 3 ply in the sidewalls

[@TeXasDadBod]

I live in Austin Tx and their is a Ford dealership called Mac Haik of George Town and they sell all their vehicles at MSRP Broncos and Raptors as well you just have to get one when they are on the lots because they sell fast . Go burnt Orange Long horns 🤘🏽all day !!! 😅

[@dob1662]

Hey Kevin I remember you kids anouncing you were homless, that you was camping on the trails, and eating mountain house, the money will come and go but memories are forever, your doing great 👍

[@Surago]

Yeah but ya know .... Money is nice 👀

[@pennypackmtb2542]

"You don't feel other cars when you run them over". Great selling point. I haven't heard that expression since talking to tank drivers years ago, when I was in the Army. I do agree, for the price you paid for it, expectations are high. So, Good Luck with your Ford, I mean it this time.

[@JustinKingOffroad]

"mexico" hahaha. i'm really excited for the braptor videos. my badlands gets born on 10-18 after a 342 day wait. can't wait to put it against the wranglers and see what really happens.

[@DIYShopGuru3239]

Just a pointer....use the weighted beads inside the tires. I've used them once and always will now. It helps keep them balanced even if you get mud in the rims. Obviously if There's a ton of mud they'll still shake but I've had great experience with the weighted beads

[@ronedwards8999]

Hmmmm.......all the way to Mexico and back in 300 mi, your shortcut beats mine! Your biggest gripe about the Badlands was the transfer case, the Raptor must have a totally different set-up. Can`t wait for all the testing on the tough trails to see if this one is worth the cost of 2 Badlands.

[@hawkeye_rob]

Can’t wait to see these Bronco Raptor videos! Bring on the Raptor vs 392 comparison!🎉

[@kfi8328]

Any reason you did not use the beadlocks since you have them already?

[@LiteBrite]

The equipped wheels are not beadlocks. The rings you see are just beauty rings. The wheels are beadlock capable, but you have to buy the actual beadlock rings to use them as such.

[@mark5862]

The shaking is wheel balance. With huge tires at 80 MPH they really have to be balanced well. Most shops won't get the balanced well enough, heck even dirt on the tires can throw them off.

[@bladimirgenoves1080]

Congratulations, you are a lucky guy!!! Will be following and watching your reviews!!!

[@drew79s]

The tyre sidewall compliance is what helps you offroad... Having more compliant sidewalls means you can leave more air pressure in them, means more stability once the sidewall starts flexing etc. The sidewall and the air in the tyre act as springs working together... If one spring is too stiff, then it prevents the other spring from doing it's job... It's a bit of a compromise in terms of sidewall performance, because being close to maximum rating means you get best stiffness adjustability with air pressure, but , to some extent extra sidewall thickness helps, assuming that you're not too far out of the window in tyre pressure.

[@Seb_Semos]

You didn't get invited with other influencers because you're not influencers, at least in my definition. And this is a compliment! 😁❤

[@ronnydowdy7432]

The only Bronco I have ever owned was the 71 1/2 cab with a stock 302 speed on the tree. Had Q Buckshot murder tires and I pulled out every kind of jeep on the road back in 76 - 79 that Bronco would like go anywhere and I never had to use my wench for myself. ALWAYS got me home even with a broken axle or universal joint at the front wheel. Even broke a rear axle at the outer bearing and didn't know it until the wheel and tire passed me when it suddenly slowed down. Just put the tire in the bed and locked in the front hubs and drove it back home with 3 tires on the ground lol. Those were the days. I had a 73 K5 Utility. Loved it too. I liked it when I take the top off a just ride along the back roads or drive 100 miles to Memphis TN. With the 37 tires and a 6 inch lift the speedometer was off a lot lol. It had pos traction front and rear. That was great for level ground muddy conditions but on a side slope not so much. Had Z71's too but the K 5 was my favorite.

[@jeepfan75]

I have a 18 jk 2 door willys 3 inch lift 34 inch KM3's 82000 miles and no vibration at 106 mph on the interstate ! love that solid live axle front end on the JK.

[@iscarran]

Kevin videos!!! These are great. I get the “ok, my wife said I have to do my part too and here it is” vibe in these. Surprisingly I really like them. Keep up the great content. I’m sure she’ll edit and make them awesome.

[@driver1421]

I remember back in the 80's on I-15 was 55 MPH, I remembered that because I got a ticket right where you are at Point of the Mountain for doing 63 in a 55.

[@tomtinker220]

Lol 😂…Its funny to hear you guys talking yourselves into a 115k Bronco!

[@rodneymccall5399]

The vibrations are from the BFG,s . All my BFG,s have

[@rockyp544]

You two are truly blessed. We Enjoy your videos.

[@goodolbronco]

You guys are definitely 1st as far as independent car reviewers goes!!!!….awesome video!

[@LiteBrite]

Stay tuned for off road torture testing! 😁🤙

[@goodolbronco]

@@LiteBrite can’t wait!!!!!!!!

[@trjnsd6874]

What's Shakin' Kevin?! Don't mince words - tell us what you really think. Mexico? Stay focused. I love that Ford Red (you say orange..). Why didn't Ford just make all the Broncos like this in the first place?! I know - $. They didn't balance the tires? Chinsy, Ford. Nittos to the rescue. Interesting all the improvements over the blue one. This will be fun to watch. LIteBriteNationBroncoInTheBalance!

[@abqcrutch]

Man, that last shot of the 3 vehicles...Living your best lives!

[@MrGaryGG48]

Keven, the way you've been talking about the width of the BRaptor, you may just have to stick to the "Hummer Trails" to save the paint! 🤣👍

[@TYZR4ME]

Awesome Video Kevin, we just got our Bronco 2 days ago and we are very impressed with it... But we will have to see how it compares to our Eco Diesel JLU on 40's. Love the new Bronco Raptor !! Congrats you guys.

[@cerbdm]

Be interesting to see how long before you hate this one too. I remember when you got the badlands you had lots of good things to say about it then.

[@LiteBrite]

Yup, and the longer we owned it & more seat time we had, the more things we found we hated. You’ll just have to stay tuned to find out with us if this one flops like the other one or not.

[@kylestone5118]

junk vehicles that were rushed into production.

[@KN-jw7ts]

Try again…..this video was recorded before they took it off-roading. They think it’s awesome, you’ll see. But what then? U won’t believe them right? Lol

[@jdsrcs8061]

@@kylestone5118 True!!! Where in NM do you live brother???

[@kylestone5118]

@@jdsrcs8061 i wish i lived there lol. from michigan but drove out there in 2021 and loved it. awesome atmosphere in the southwest.

[@Tsilsby]

So the raptor package should include ford offroad event. If you look at the window sticker it should say on there. But when you sign up (by vin) tell them your the orig purchaser. I went to the race event. It's was all paid. Killer hotel. Nice meal. But it's an all day event. Worth checking out.

[@dealy9268]

Good job Kevin! You have gotten much better at the solo video. I remember you saying you hated doing them alone.

[@Bleda2002]

The shake is the BFGs. The larger bfgs are known for balancing horrible. My BFG 39s also shake despite multiple attempts at balance.

[@Ashley_Schaeffer]

Was going to buy one of theses... Ended up getting a G-Class... Best choice I made... I feel you on the interior quality...

[@neimadnos6977]

I've bought three different trim 4Runners and all three had shaking issues at high speeds. Its just a thing with new cars or at-least off-road vehicles that the manufacture and/or dealership doesn't know how to balance tires. Everyone may not have this issue, but I have so feel your frustration on the shake.

[@MrTroyDerosier]

Lite Brite !!!!!!! ZFG Tuning is amazing. This shifting is sooooooo amazing. Talk to Adam

[@MrTroyDerosier]

That 3.0 you can get 525 at the wheels!!!!

[@B.O.R.R.]

The shake is tire balance, crappy bfg tires. you could get them balanced but I would ditch them and put better tires on it!

[@leadpilled5567]

I wanted a f150 raptor since the first one I saw but could never afford one. I spent the summer building a 2017 F150. It was XL supercrew 5.0 when I started. Now it’s on kings methods 35s exhaust bumpers chase rack with spare carrier 8 KC gravity’s a few goodies under the hood leather seats with custom embroidery and a 13in t-style radio. I’m so glad I did a build instead of buying a raptor. Me and 2 friends had a blast doing it and other than parts it only cost a couple pizzas and a few 12pks. The best part is I did it. The only shop it saw was the tire shop to mount tires and an alignment

[@jdsrcs8061]

Man car and truck prices have gotten crazy. Even the MSRP is as much as I paid for my first house. It seems to me that across all manufacturers the over quality of vehicles has gone down.

[@tylerblanton365]

I really appreciate your content and willingness to pay more for us. Love the videos. I'm really excited for the lj to get finished too.

[@Voyagersk9]

That’s pretty awesome! I can’t wait till you start testing in the Raptor! This will be a great series!! Let goooooooooo!!! I’m still a Jeep guy 100%!!!

[@jjansen987]

Can’t wait to see all the work Chris and Bec will do. Plus Kevin’s epic driving and Britney‘s spotting capabilities. Perfect TEAM!

[@broncobros2022]

Kevin, first thing I noticed from the Badlands to the BRAPTOR was how much quieter the ride was and I had a hard top on the 2021. The new Raptor has what looks like double insulation on the inside of the panels. Don’t know if that’s all 2022’s or just the Raptor

[@broncobros2022]

You nailed all my things I like better. The dash display, the seats, the SHIFTING! I hate the way my 2019 Raptor F150 shifts. I so wish they could update my truck with he Shifting of this Bronco Raptor

[@KN-jw7ts]

I’ve noticed that too, it is more quiet. But which insulation are u speaking of? The headliner on the roof panels??

[@preston_highwaycrawlers]

Love the raw realness of this video. I'm completely against fords since I've had nothing but issues with them (other then the 91 ford ranger 4cyl, that's the only one that kept going, but all real trucks have failed me from ford)... that being said... this does look pretty nice. Is it 100k nice, no I don't think so, but we will see what yall can do in her. Love the video like always.. stay safe, and wheel on. -Preston

[@seanohara9491]

Kevin it is the bfg ko2s. They came on the Toyota FJ cruiser trail teams. There was a tsb from Toyota to remove them because they would shake and shimmy and it couldn't be balanced out.

[@jessdunn05]

Good luck 🎉! Sounds like a good game plan for trying it out and content.

[@Thundercat68]

Well done video Kevin. I get your excitement but I think I share Brittany's opinion. I really don't like the Broncos in general but over $100K is madness.

[@gogerwi]

Very candid Kevin, I liked it.

[@shannoncrane838]

Use a torque wrench on the lugs I had that issue before with a new truck I bought.

[@gcodejedi6140]

My 2022 JLU had a shake off the dealer lot. After going through almost every thing that spins, it turns out it was warped wheels. The shake would get worse the more lugnut torque was increased, and was minimized, but not eliminated at 80lbft. I think manufacturers are cheaping out on the wheels in these high end off road models.

[@ahmedsavage1119]

Hope you guys have fun with this one If I was in your shoes I’ll pick the f150 37 raptor I think it’s just a better truck overall

[@goodnews8791]

I have never looked more forward to your next video then right now!!!😁

[@alexmills1329]

First thoughts of that shake at high speed is the Tow spec is out, but definitely a front end issue, alignment or balance of those tires.

[@jeffnewland6049]

The shaking is probably the tires. I had that issue on my jk. I replaced every bushing, ball joints and upgraded the drag link and tie rod. Slight shake at 70mph. replaced tires and shake went away.

[@jeffnewland6049]

I wrote this during the video before you replaced the tires. I figured that was the issue. Those are the same tires I did. I love them. Your going to be super happy with them. Can't wait to see you beat that ford up and see what it can do or break.

[@markusnay6255]

I’ve been waiting for this video!!

[@citizenpark2782]

Great video guys

[@jonahfish]

All 3 together look so sick WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOW !!!!!!!!!!!

[@zaphods2ndhead193]

My badlands squatch is a 2dr hard top. I drove a 4dr soft top for two weeks and HATED it. The hard top is so much quieter and makes it more enjoyable.

[@LiteBrite]

I definitely think getting the soft top on our Badsquatch was a mistake, but we were told we’d get it sooner if we swapped to a soft top from a hard top. 🥲

[@thebayharborbutcher9115]

I think you would have liked it better if you upgraded to the leather interior as well as hardtop like is in my wildtrack honestly I would love a braptor if they made a two door until then I’m really happy with the wildtrack

[@kevinsteiner2824]

Funny you mentioned breaking something and not having parts available yet. In 2017 my JLU oil filter was tightened to tight and cracked. It leaked all the oil out. My new JLU sat at a dealership for 3 months because the jku oil filter housing didn't fit the jku. Don't break it 🤣be safe

[@jayykidd]

Get the wheels re-balanced and shake will be gone. You might need balance beads since the tires are so big.

[@sixeighty680]

They aren't doing cooled on purpose. The cooled are ventilated seats. They expect you to get dust/dirt/or mud in the vehicle (which was the intention of the vinyl seats) but the ventilated seats would let that get in the seats and ruin the fan system.

[@jackcurtis4906]

Yay! Another totally unattainable dream vehicle...

[@emonclova]

Yep… found that my factory wheel weights were falling off. Had to get Goodyear to redo all the tires.

[@FreakyT333]

The money part sucks while your cutting the check but we both know this will pay huge dividends for your channel being early on real unbiased BRaptor content. Congrats on getting this to all line up in time man!

[@lanceroark6386]

That’s a real off-road vehicle like them are some real

[@cowboyscoffee]

Happy for you two have a blast

[@mkdn]

My 2017 2nd gen raptor governed at 109

[@johnfarney5328]

You folks just have it going! Love the channel.

[@backwoodstherapy]

Also, I wish you guys had wheeled it with the stock BFGs on it and then with the Nittos so you could tell us the difference between the two. I know you're not in the business of tire reviewing but still. Tires are probably the most important mod you can make to your rig.

[@CoorsLightyear]

I'm glad y'all are staying true to yourselves and going to do legitimate stress tests! That has been something that has been bothering me about other Bronco Raptor videos on KZbin. I also was thinking about the Demon Child about half way through the video and was wondering when I would see it at the house! The 3 rigs look sick next to each other and I can't wait to see what y'all have in store for the new Plan B.

[@scottbourret1190]

Jeep has a lot of work to do on seating. I know long drives just kill me. I have to stop every hour to give my hips/back a break. I can't believe that they haven't added some adjustability over the years and maked the seats more cushioned.

[@andrewward1887]

Wheel weighs generally fall of when off roading, I usually install bead bags in the tire for balancing big tires use 2 bags per tire works well on 35” and up.

[@sinoble]

It looks great. I guess I have been lucky. My 2008 Rubicon and my 2021 Badlands don't have any wobble. I'm sure you guys will figure out what is causing the shake. Love it!

[@LivingTheDream-RocklanderUSA]

I always found it a lot of fun when I crossed the border from Utah to Mexico; Not just for unlimited kilometer speed but those border tacos are delicious. just don’t get kidnapped Kevin ;)

[@evopx4storm]

IFS..will be awesome for some high speed off roading like the baja’s, the trophy trucks and the like..however, it will never be as good as Jeep’s solid axles when it comes to technical wheeling. Not for regular people with it’s $115,000 pricetag 😬

[@quickgearshifter2719]

I’m a hard core Chevy guy, but props to Ford on the new Bronco. Somebody with connections needs to give GM a strong push to produce a K5 Blazer with the styling of the 71-72 body style. BTW, I have a 85 K5 and a 71 Cheyenne pickup in my collection, along with my prized 67 Camaro and a 01 WS6 T/A with LS1 and 6 speed manual.

[@Burke_Motorsports]

Chevy really missed the mark with the current Blazer. Nice fleet you got there. I am a proud owner of a 69 C-20.

[@larrybriggs2920]

I am an admitted Ford guy. But I am not either or, I like the Chevys too. I do wish that Chevy would have done a restyled K5. 1st Gen Blazers were very cool. My brother in law owns a newer Colorado diesel and loves it. They gotta come up with something.

[@keoksmoto2015]

I was so disappointed when Chevy finally brings back the Blazer and builds something to compete with the Kia Sorento. I would like to talk to the person that made that decision.

[@da443-galmond4]

Watching you record at higher speed(90+). Seemed the shake dampened out. Then you pointed out that from factory not balanced. Did pretty well for non-balanced tires. Anyway hope the Pretty car survives Trail Hero as seems the bottom is not very well protected. Crossing my fingers that it survives with minimal body damage.

[@Tsilsby]

It needs the tires balanced. That will fix the shaking

[@Crumb_Trails]

37s aren't easy to balance. That wobble could be a balance issue

[@coltonbirdwell9757]

Another amazing video! Thank you for the awesome content!

[@NorthShoreBronco]

Congrats guys! Try not to destroy it right away!

[@LiteBrite]

No promises, but we’ll try! 😁🤙

[@angelogiannikos6657]

That's what I really like watching u guys ...of your true honest work..keep it up ..Kevin is right about Ford having their own trails to test out the Broncos and editing their videos. Soon will find out about this Bronco Raptor could really do. Not a big fan of IFS systems on a 4x4

[@F.P.E.7211]

@@angelogiannikos6657 you've seen people actually taking it to MOAB and other popular "jeep" trails right?!?

[@bobrowe3273]

only issue is ive call 50 dealership to order one but no dealership have any allotments you aware of any or how to find one

[@troybilt6752]

Thank you for your time.

[@jefftenhave8038]

Thanks Kevin for your honest review.

[@jasonkelly9373]

Kev id straight axle it.. whats yr opinion on that

[@1nf1d31]

I like the Raptor Bronco I just wish it was solid axle front and rear. That's what I love the older broncos is because there solid axle

[@johndanasy]

Did you guys already gave away the Badland?

[@mark5862]

That interior is the same as a Base, just dressed up. I for one love the base interior, its basic and functional yet unique. The switchgear feels great and everything is in the right place. Honestly I think the Base bronco has a much nicer interior than the Jeep Gladiator Willies I rented for a week. I don't notice any shake in my Base on the highway, its surprising well composed for any vehicle, especially an off road orientated vehicle.

[@parsidhu9261]

Pull off the graphics and add some custom brushed aluminum badges

[@rodneyhanbaum697]

It's big, but you said you got it for Baja running not tight woods n rocks, enjoy! can't wait to see the build and road test!!!

[@mpeugeot]

Shocker... didn't see that coming. ;) Strange, my Bronco doesn't have any vibration up to 100 mph.

[@shaneonews6791]

Good tune to that thing... Over 500hp.. woop woop.

[@RickStefani]

that dash is SO MUCH BETTER!

[@LiteBrite]

Right?! Night and day difference in feel and quality.

[@edwhite4992]

Looking forward to where this build goes!

[@petersill8265]

... can't wait for you to drive this Beast ...

[@jeffsioson500]

I love your Video guys! And i’m so excited to see you Braptor out there!

[@OffroadCpl]

Kevin, I bought a 2019 jl with 3.42gears will it be ok with 35's?

[@RedSizzler]

From what I understand from what a dealer tech told me is ford puts tires on trucks and suvs like the broncos from the factory with tires with softer rubber and such for ride quality, no reduction and to meet EPA mpg requirements and the tires are of lower quality to keep price down vs if you bought the same exact tire from a shop or dealer because the factory tires have lower quality standards. I ditch my AT tires from the factory and threw on duratracs.

[@Slurm_Daddy92]

I ended up buying a 6.2 Ford Raptor a few months back. I was going to go with a newer one but I can't get over the price!

[@wtbman]

6:30 Parrish Lane in Centerville Utah!