V8 Raptor vs Stock Twin-Turbo V6 Ford Raptor: Compared

[@Tammacazi10]

This...this is what the Ford Raptor should have been from the factory

[@Iconhulk]

YEP

[@JDMHaze]

exactly

[@gggromay]

Unevolved?... how can anyone prefer this low tech archaic engine over a lemans winning high tech racing engine? Just because of the sound? If so, some people have ridiculous issues

[@Tammacazi10]

GRRB I can't tell if you are actually serious lmao you are joking right?

[@rijadanielANDRIAMBANONA]

why not an V12?

[@mixflip]

I said it before....I dont care about the better fuel economy of a turbo V6....I simply want a big American V8 along with that American V8 sound!

[@TheFailedmessiah]

I've always said there are two groups of people. Those have a V8 motor and those who WANT a V8 motor.

[@baracktrump1410]

Agreed, just purchased a 2020 GMC AT4, had a choice between the 5.3 and 6.2 on the lot, I left the 5.3 there and took home the 6.2, I like V8s, but the bigger the V8 the better, and Generally on the Raptors, the V6 Turbo doesn't get much better MPGs than the V8.

[@requis4367]

you are so correct

[@mscottlawrence2037]

Especially in a raptor nobody buys them for good fuel mileage, they should atleast make that an option

[@I5ZQ8]

Single cab..... With the supercharger fully kitted out.... I would do regretful, shameful, nasty things for one of those.

[@aventador832]

Well said!

[@rogerj412]

Be even better if you could still get a regular cab short bed. I wouldn't bother with the supercharger even though they are nice to have.

[@ericstanley7973]

Check out boosted f-150 channel. The undertaker!

[@I5ZQ8]

@@ericstanley7973 I'm subbed to him already ;)

[@I5ZQ8]

@@rogerj412 you can..... Just hard to find but u can get a single cab short bed 5.0 and 4x4

[@TheCarCrazyGuy]

There is one little problem that most people overlook with this truck. It will not have the resale value of an actual Raptor.

[@cowboytwang]

True it won't be the same, and right now custom builds and one-offs are selling for more than factory vehicles.

[@Someonehad2sayit]

Who would WANT to sell it??

[@harveydog7389]

Or warranty, how do you even know it's going to be reliable

[@TsiRoadkill]

Its a ford to begin with so the resale value is already thrown out the window

[@cowboytwang]

harvey dog he said it’s all Ford parts and warrantied, and you can get a separate warranty on the super charger for an extra $1k.

[@machendachen]

It sounds freakin awesome!!! I see why it costs so much! I say if you have the cheese to splurge on one to just go for it!!! Awesome video Andre!!

[@rogerj412]

I feel bad for Andre. Getting to drive a V8 Raptor than having to go back to his H2.

[@DeShakeel]

*Please read and give opinion* I have a friend in Germany. He swapped his V6 EcoBoost with a V8 5.0L supercharged. 740 hp to the wheels. We messed with the modules and made some dummy plugs & configured to fool the modules. This V8 is from the 2018 Mustang GT. Roush supercharger. It use to have a VMP supercharger but we went back to the Roush for now. VMP used to put down 822 hp to the wheels. 10 speed transmission adapted to V8 5.0L TI VCT with a custom aluminum plate . All wheel drive 4 inch lift kit with upgraded hydraulic fox racing shocks(more travel and flexibility) Bigger tires and custom rims. Spaced out as well Carbonfiber hood, L-R fenders, grill, bumper, interior pieces that was fake carbon changed to real ones and upgraded speakers. A/C No error messages Reconfigured ECU to fool the modules for the turbos Dummy plugs and software for the ECU and turbo modules. Custom titanium exhaust with valves( headers are stock with 2 primary cats and then straight piped after that) Bigger radiator Everything works in that truck and im doing my 2018 Raptor V8 conversion as well. Shipped it here to Germany. The total cost for everything was €23.910.

[@ymcmbktb]

Shakeel if you don’t mind can you tell me where your friend got the valves exhaust for his F150? I’ve been searching for one for my truck but I had no luck so far

[@ymcmbktb]

Valved*

[@aggieforester05]

I have a roush supercharged 2016 F150, that had the roush exhaust on it when I bought it. I swapped the muffler for a QTP screamer (which required a custom 2 into 1 Y pipe that I had made at an exhaust shop for $65). The QTP screamer is a valved muffler that switches between single and three chamber modes. I also added a QTP cutout with turndown upstream, to get effectively three mode exhaust system. I spent about $700 for that, but would need to factor in the cost of the 3" Roush catback. I do know Roush makes a valved system itself, but it's $1,800.

[@ymcmbktb]

Hunter White the thing with QTP is that they are not reliable, they cutout simply stops working in a few months. Regarding Roush’s active exhaust my issue with it is the price, other than that it looks like a solid product. Sorry for any mistakes english is not my first language.

[@joengatoro500]

I would really appreciate if you or your friend could put up a vid of his Raptor and talk about the changes that were necessary to get the V8, trans and modules to work.

[@kevinkapp7125]

The Raptor should have came with the 5.2L that's in the GT350.

[@CarGuy5141]

A flatplane would be terrible for a truck and wouldnt handle the weight. It wouldnt have the low end torque that you would want in a truck, especially not for a raptor. You dont buy a Raptor for it to rev to 8500 rpms, it would take FOREVER to get in the power band.

[@scottfree6479]

They either put a 7.3L Godzilla in the next raptor or im buying a cybertruck. Well a fat 6.2L would do it too. V6 eco boost is garbage.

[@BamaPewPew]

John Doe I’m sure Ford is basing what they build on if you will buy it or not.

[@DeeDee-be1mo]

Well, you better start saving up because Ford just announced their answer to the Ram TRX today. It’s all good until gas prices go passed $5 / gal. I will buy the raptor with V6 and be at the happy medium :)

[@nyxsyn]

I just left my local ford dealership over the weekend. They had two Shelby Raptors on the floor 525 HP. They were beasts! I can't even imagine driving this thing. Love that V8 sound.

[@turbotj99]

After going to Raptor Assault last week and appreciating what goes into a Raptor, I can confidently say that this is not a “Raptor conversion”. This is a lifted truck with some more power

[@Probablyshouldnthave]

one thing would be if you were in an accident would the insurance company cover you for the value of the conversion you most likely loose that 25k where as with a factory raptor the insurance value would cover that

[@scrimmy6969]

Then add the $25,000 in custom parts to the policy. Problem solved!

[@BigSam63]

Itd be pretty easy to get the customization added to your policy. Obviously if you just did the custom work, never told your insurance company and then got in a wreck, you'd be SOL.

[@Probablyshouldnthave]

good points wonder what the cost comparison is adding custom parts to policy vs insuring a factory vehicle

[@Probablyshouldnthave]

also will that bring into question any claim on the car as it could trigger investigation into well you modified the whole suspension and made the car unsafe to drive total claim denied

[@BigSam63]

@@Probablyshouldnthave you would for sure spend more insuring the custom v8 raptor vs a stock factory raptor

[@revgordon91]

That v8 makes the v6 sound like left blower! I was also ok with the v6 sound til I heard that.. It sounds like a screaming big cat like a cougar or jaguar! I'd love to buy one!... but I can't afford it. But HOLY CRAP THAT EXHAUST!!

[@n00bstacle]

You can get a 5.0 f150 and put an exhaust on it for pretty cheap

[@revgordon91]

I'd probably do that since I have no need for a 750-hp truck

[@fern8974]

It sounds like a coyote

[@zanelucas512]

Were you that guy asking for a v8 in a raptor, then they made it and you couldn’t afford it?

[@revgordon91]

No not me. I have no use or reasoning for owning a Raptor. I know what you're saying, but no it wasn't me.

[@dieselboy740]

5:19 the swaybar end link is loose.

[@ChrisC-bc8od]

NICE catch man!

[@hidros1461]

Its not loose. That how they're supposed to work

[@ChrisC-bc8od]

@@hidros1461 it does look JUST a tad too wobbly to me however i never claim to have knowledge OR experience on that particular suspension item so i believe that you are probably correct.

[@secondlibertygunclub924]

When I saw this truck something moved in my boxers, and I liked it ! Lol

[@claymorexl]

Simple answer: Ford has to meet corporate average fuel economy standards for their total fleet of new vehicles. A boosted V8 produced at any significant volume is going to impact those numbers.

[@ryanmcfarland1900]

claymorexl they don’t sell a sufficient volume of the Raptor to impact their average fuel in any meaningful way.

[@renars3938]

Uh no. Raptors are a drop in the bucket relative to all the vehicles ford sells. And the ecoboost get maybe a few better mpg than the V8.

[@ebsell]

claymorexl they don’t make enough Raptors to effect fuel economy standards even if it got 1 mpg. So that has absolutely nothing to do with it.

[@JAMESWUERTELE]

I’ll talk to Trump so he can take care of this “efficiency” problem.

[@nobunaga-oda]

@@JAMESWUERTELE 🤣😂

[@thomasluggiero3413]

Def the V8 one is the way to go! Beautiful conversion Paxpower! Sounds soooo good.

[@nmunmnm]

Badass video! Thank you!

[@ryanstrohman7429]

nmunmnm s

[@HennesseyPerformanceF5]

Everyone is welcome to come see a real Ford Raptor with a 5.0L supercharged V8 engine at the SEMA Show from October 30 through November 2: The Hennessey VelociRaptor V8 will be on display at the Shell Pennzoil booth in front of the main hall.

[@ng-dq6pd]

Hennessey Performance that’s a real supercharged v8 Raptor. And it’s done in cooperation with Ford. Love what you guys do, especially love the top gear episode with the velociraptor!

[@davearmstrong5226]

You can Also buy if at Hennessey for the low price of $174.000 ...

[@davearmstrong5226]

Typo only $147.000

[@JesusGarcia98.F]

14:46 sounds like a mountain lion roar, crazy badass

[@supporterofsanity]

A lot of shade tree mechanics in the comment section saying how easy it would be to swap this engine into a factory Raptor. Well let’s see it?

[@Skankhunt98745]

I'm a die hard GM guy but that 5.0 coyote is a thing of beauty!

[@Jond983]

The only advantage this truck has that I can see over my eco Raptor would be the exhaust note which sounds awesome. However, no terrain management system, raptor steering wheel, or the beefed up rear frame & depending on what model f150 their full kit could potentially cost more than a 802A Raptor. It's a good kit though, worthy of some serious recognition. Thanx TFL truck for sharing.

[@bruisedbanana2201]

No terrain management would be a step in the right direction.

[@FlashBang979]

So after watching and reading the comments, here are a few of my top concerns: Driving modes: Do they add all of the raptors variable driving modes? Weak frame: the raptors frame is beefier to accommodate jumps and hardcore off roading. Price: it’s not bad, but if you want the special raptor interior or any of the upgrades, it’s the same if not more expensive. Insurance: the truck is going to be insured at only the base truck price. It won’t include aftermarket upgrades, no matter how expensive those upgrades are. The only way I can see maybe getting it fully insured is if you bought the truck directly from them and had documented proof of the total price after upgrades. Ex: Roush, Shelby, RTR, all are bought already upgraded, and can be insured as that.

[@daryoushborja5115]

What about the rear end, and the frame. Those are different.

[@42XX10]

Exactly What I was thinking

[@screamneagle8420]

Probably can’t jump it. The frame would probably get jacked.

[@dotustm8926]

Would also enjoy seeing someone actually push on the warranty

[@BG-ub5og]

Bumpstop kits with frame braces are available. No need unless you are doing some serious jumps.

[@ecoboostluke1755]

XxCoolKidXx boi if they call it a V8 Raptor it needs to be a full Raptor. Until then it’s a built 5.0 F150.

[@nephron9924]

*I love how small private companies like this grow to answer the obvious mistakes giant global corporate make when they ignore thier customers!* Way to go man, wishing you the highest success!!

[@pechmichaelchristina2640]

Nice choice of exhaust with the Corsa. V8 or nothing for me.

[@invasion1824]

Pech Michael & Christina haha! that’s American brainwash right there!

[@TRDGE]

With their bumpers and upgrades, this is probably the best option anyone can ask for. The pricing also is good and doable. Fantastic machine.

[@crazyhass84]

10 spd trans is new for Ford...zero history. Adding a super charger and 200hp seems like a durability nightmare! Only warranty is through the supercharger company. Suuuure

[@mberger111]

A variant of the 10 speed is used in the ZL1, but I agree that could be a problem.

[@crazyhass84]

@@mberger111 this raptor v8 is all aftermarket! If they tell u they know the trans calibration plus all the weaknesses that need addressed to handle 200 more hp in a 5500lb vehicle then u should run! They r bolting on very expensive parts hoping nobody breaks anything and Ford over built stuff,lmao.

[@mberger111]

Andy Hass I'm with ya. I own a 17 Raptor and wouldn't even consider this, but just wanted to state that it has technically been used in a high power vehicle although much lighter. Supposedly it is built to handle more power than the Raptor, but time will tell if that's true. Tons of power is cool, but also you'll never use that power off road anyway. With Gen 1 shocks and 750 HP, the suspension will always still be the limiting factor.

[@fread51]

It wouldn't be a problem LMFAO I have seen 18 5.0 10r80 F-150 with a Whipple run 10.sec

[@mberger111]

billy heaton Haha that settles it then! No 10 speed will ever have an issue because Billy said he saw it once.

[@rshanep5226]

Can’t believe how wrapped around the axle some people are about sound. Loved my ‘13 Raptor, love my ‘18 Raptor even more. I’m more concerned with performance, not sound. Just need to tune mine and performance will be increase dramatically

[@midwesterner9386]

FYI you can buy the Raptor steering wheel on eBay for around $450

[@landon390]

Great video highlighting a great company Andre did a great job of presenting the products keep up the good work

[@TFlan-hc1py]

I see a Lawsuit in the near future for them using the "Raptor" name.

[@Misnjef]

T. Flan I was thinking the same...

[@Bagelx42]

Yeah considering it's not even a raptor

[@GJ_Kennel]

I don't think their that stupid, if they can put this truck together Lol. I'm sure they talk with Ford or work with them.

[@gavmillz8285]

I questioned that, but I thought about how FoMoCo is selling trucks off the lot, and selling parts as well. If anything there’s a chance they’ll want to partner them as an outfitter like Tuscani, Saleen, Roush, etc.

[@nateonfireball]

Maybe instead of spending money on a law suit, ford will put a real motor in the raptor! Waiting on a V8 swapped GT lol

[@DominicGuarino]

Hey! I met up with Ben the other day and drove this truck myself! Thankfully the facility is only 30 minutes down the road from me! Big things are in store

[@hoimarvonditfuth-siefken6933]

I´m fully satisfied with my stock 2018 Raptor. Except for that Moon roof rattle. It´s a shame for Ford not to have that issue adressed after 4 years into production.

[@JAMESWUERTELE]

Hoimar von Ditfuth- Siefken no joke this is still happening? I know a guy on the KZbin has a mod to fix this problem, however I figured it would be fixed by now. How bad is the noise?

[@hoimarvonditfuth-siefken6933]

I know how to fix it myself. But, it was the same on my ´15 Platinum, when new & I was shocked to be confronted with that same issue in 2018 again!

[@T4nkcommander]

I take it you have a SCREW then. Not seen a problem on the SCAB moonroof, mine included. But seems nearly everyone with the panoramic has issues.

[@VanillaGorilla502]

Hoimar von Ditfuth- Siefken , Keep an eye on that roof/especially the sunroof. They are known to leak and I had the issue on my 2015 Lariat as did a few other customers who had their trucks in for the same issue.

[@hungryhungryhummer]

But it doesn’t have a Baja mode? Give it a Baja mode and I’m sold!

[@davidblalock9945]

That he says “a v8 swap on a raptor would be cost prohibitive, if not impossible” is a straight up LIE!!! It’s actually far simpler than all the work they’re doing and doesn’t run up the tab. All the electronics are programmable, you just flash them with v8 values.

[@edmeyer4800]

Yeah he doesn't want people to know that. It would ruin his little business.

[@marcuscrawford9197]

You can start it up then lol

[@joengatoro500]

Do a vid proving him wrong buddy!!

[@marcuscrawford9197]

@@joengatoro500 exactly!!!...Where ya funds at???

[@marcuscrawford9197]

Ppl talk shit but can't build one!!!

[@firo40]

Seeing this truck/dream in reality gave me goosebumps. Such a beauty to see and hear in action.

[@dougwirtz1712]

Lol I've got a 6.2 L supercharged raptor an it's making around 900 HP.

[@townhall05446]

Great!

[@brianvargas4885]

What’s your mpgs 👀

[@gigisparkle1113]

This is amazing. I am so down for a Platinum Raptor. WOW! Thank you PaxPower.

[@markbeier3831]

Nice truck but it still doesn't have the Raptor frame. Not the same as a OEM Ford Raptor frame.

[@justinstokes7392]

Mark Beier I was thinking the same thing!

[@NicholasCollie]

bout to say that too, it doesnt have the reinforced frame that the raptor has.

[@rme5596]

How many raptor owners actually need it? I know there are some people that actually use them for what they were built for but 99% have em cause they look cool. What average guy pays 65k for a toy to beat the shit out of it?

[@nateknapp556]

@@rme5596 basically no one. Most people buy shit so the can say, "Look what I have" and that's it. They run their mouth but when get asked to prove it..I get "do you know how much this cost? I'm not doing that." Well, how do I know it's as Bad Ass as you say it is then? Oh, cause you said it is...well, it must be then, hahahaha. Ya know, cause you said so, hahaha. Hilariousness!

[@randyjr3479]

Hennessy just debuted a V8 RAPTOR

[@MathewPoynter]

That truck looks and sounds badass! I really wish Ford would offer the Raptor with a V8 from the factory but this conversion costs the same as the 6 Cylinder Raptor anyway. 😎

[@Texano5-0]

How do you boys like our great Lone Star State?

[@TFLtruck]

Love it!

[@philtripe]

its the best place to find leprosy! come pet the nine-banded armadillo

[@T4nkcommander]

For criminal Beto, who everyone in his district hated? No thanks.

[@siseesan3147]

Daniel Rocha-Garcia it’s awesome

[@saintrichardl8]

@Cerberus I know two things about Beto. 1 he is Irish, conning people into thinking he's hispanic. 2 he is a douche bag socialist.

[@michaelboese6679]

Fantastic video Andre !!! Just awesome !!!

[@Green26223]

Ayeeeee Houston Texas! Represent!

[@waynezefeldt6121]

Best tfl truck I've seen. Strongly going to consider this against the current production raptor when I pull the trigger in the next few months!!!

[@waynezefeldt6121]

Looking at their website it's a little unclear.. Does the $25k price tag include the Whipple or just the raptor conversion? I see the Whipple package as a $12k option.

[@Montblanc1986]

People complain about the economy but this shit is happening

[@zzanatos2001]

I have a masters degree, two jobs, live like a pauper, and can't even afford a Prius. It amazes me when I see all the 20-somethings and 30-somethings with $70,000 pickup trucks.

[@akmarksman]

Sell your soul to social media,like Jake Paul and Lele Pons..or make your brand and then sell out.

[@norwoodlk2002]

I'm almost done with my own conversion i must say it's coming out great 👍

[@1manarmyguzman629]

Badass truck! Supercharged 5.0! 😍 #Goals

[@arthurmendoza2958]

rather buy the F-150 series with the real V8 Coyote engine

[@billyunderwood7221]

One of the most awesome builds I've seen!

[@T4nkcommander]

Glad you came out to my state! That said, I really wonder how many actual Gen 2 owners are asking for a V8. I've been a very active member of most (if not all) the Gen 2 Raptor forums since 2016, and basically no one dislikes the TTV6. Yeah, there are complaints about the sound, but nobody thinks switching to a V8 is worth the time or money. Be interesting to see how these sell, especially considering they are missing a lot of the G2 specific improvements (such as terrain management, Raptor specific tcase, etc)>> Edit: To clarify, you're paying $40k more to get a heavier engine that's not much more powerful, and you lose out on the Aux switches, TMS, and several other things I can't think of at the moment. Baja mode changes the truck's handling SIGNFICANTLY - Sport mode 4H TC off doesn't begin to match it. First and most notable difference is braking parameters - it takes nearly 150% as much distance to stop in Normal/Sport mode offroad than it does in Mud/Sand/Baja.

[@bobmiking]

yes, converting an f-150 does not make a Raptor.

[@joshm.9308]

The older Raptors only originally came with a V8. The current ones only have an Ecoboost V6 for now, but there are a few articles online that are now saying that Ford will now offer a 7.0L V8 for this truck once again. The engine will be built at Ford's Windsor, Ontario plant.

[@Trashencash]

How about a regular cab 4x4 short bed f150 raptor can you do that??

[@jabojr5171]

Andre, great job, you guys are at your best when your having fun.

[@JonnyMoto]

9:28 Check it out ♫

[@revgordon91]

LOVE THAT V8 EXHAUST!

[@eranieles]

My left ear was pleased with the audio of this video

[@Schwarttzy]

14:11 into the video the sway bar bushing on the lower control arm seems to be loose. What going on there?

[@moonlighter6]

The Raptor suspension has a lot of movement and articulation a reason it works so well but isn't cheap.

[@Allegronaut]

It's not an Ecoboost, but at least it won't have any carbon build-up on the valves! Excellent video Andre! It was awesome when you ran rings around the stock Raptor!

[@alejandroamador7445]

Just buy a 2011-2014 raptor they are like 30-42k

[@CarGuy5141]

You can get a 2010 for around the $20k range... But itll probably have the 5.4L

[@AndrewTube87]

@@CarGuy5141 I had a 2010 xlt with the 5.4l..... cam phasers are a real thing.

[@nenezaze3252]

& Put a super charge they are like 5k or 10k.. If you want more power.

[@justinwells6795]

It seems like it would be easier to just take a real raptor and swap in the engine. The only real challenge is to get all the sensors and computer to play nice together. A talented tuner could do it, I’m sure and the final product would be better overall. Just my opinion. Would be cool if ford developed a software reflash to allow the engine swap without any unwanted lights popping up on the dash.

[@dreadog6425]

At over a $100.000 that is $30,000 more than a V6 Raptor. Sorry all that for a better exhaust note! I don't think so. I'm not racing anybody in a truck. Great job though.

[@invasion1824]

And it’s not even as tough as a raptor!!

[@Allegronaut]

The V-8 Raptor sounds awesome! It looks like so much more fun than a V-6 Raptor, especially laughable when it's just walking away from it!

[@Pghsfinest222]

Dont see the point in keeping the platinum tailgate.. looks tacky

[@LionsSBCHAMPS]

Amazing performance and best looking truck in the market. I myself have a v6 twin turbo and it out performs v8s I’ve had in the past. But regardless it’s a Ford 👌

[@AKB_48]

Squeaky suspension @ 6:22 ? If I'm paying $7000+ for the Rapter suspension, I don't want squeaks lol !!!

[@RudyC27]

Again @ 12:41

[@T4nkcommander]

Eh, that's pretty normal. The Raptor uses the stock leafs, and they squeak if they get dirty or pretty much if they just want to make noise.

[@AKB_48]

If I'm paying six figures for a truck, I don't want squeaks. That would drive me nuts !

[@Hiluxtaco]

Lithium grease or some silicone spray ( on the rubber suspension bushings) will take care of those squeaky areas under your truck.. 🤣

[@Xmoto16]

Have you ever drove a truck?

[@ripfletching]

This is what TFL needs as there truck

[@papa13.lvraiders32]

First generation raptors were v8 🤔

[@ThaMagnaCarta]

L

[@matttraxler3567]

You mean were?

[@papa13.lvraiders32]

@@matttraxler3567 good looking didn't even notice that.

[@T4nkcommander]

And they are blown out of the water by the Gen 2. Supercharged 6.2 Raptors generally can't keep up with stock Gen 2s, let alone tuned ones.

[@chrism.728]

@@T4nkcommander That's mostly because the Gen 1 was a lot heavier and didn't have the torque of the TTV6. If Ford dropped a supercharged 5.0L in the new Raptor body most people would definitely choose it over the TTV6.

[@frankjackson533]

Wow! You had fun!! I'd love to get one.

[@Bagelx42]

Clickbait, it's a f150 platinum converted not a V8 raptor supercharged

[@CptnPalomar]

which is what a raptor should be

[@jeremyleis5415]

Fantastic build quality guys. In the suspension video you see that the sway link is not even tightened down.

[@qball2000able]

Don't forget the RAPTOR frame is stronger then the f150 frame

[@ebsell]

qball2000able tell that to the guys who bent them lol

[@TFLtruck]

We asked that question, and Paxpower says the difference is in the front shock mounts/towers.

[@T4nkcommander]

The first two years of Raptor production had non-beefed up frames (they were standard F150 frames). the guys that bent them were hitting bar ditches at well over 80mph. The fact they only bent their frames is fortunate.

[@akmarksman]

@T4nkc0mm4nd3r it ain't me,but they were fortunate sons..

[@FernandoSosaIndustries]

The Fast Lane Truck thats not true the rear shocks mounts are reinforced especially on the LH side. Also gauging is different in the Raptor.

[@MonkeyWerxUS]

This is what I should have done instead of spending almost $100k on a fully loaded 2018 Raptor. What the dealership doesn't tell you is that the Ford V6 SVT 450hp twin turbo has a max speed of 107mph. It's governed, and unless you want to put in a tuner that voids your warranty, you are stuck with it. I don't trust Ford enough to void my warranty.

[@nicholasarceri6613]

Does it get the raptors transfer case and off road modes?

[@TheSingleTrucker]

I'm thinking no. Conversion didn't have baja and sand modes, I reckon are specific to Raptor xfer case.

[@nicholasarceri6613]

the single trucker that’s what I was thinking, no real loss. I wonder if floor shift transfer cases are still available on the f150, also wonder if they would do a single cab short bed for a nice balance of trail rig.

[@busardr1452]

The new Raptor has a reinforced frame that the regular F-150 does not. I would ask if they can do that as well, if not people will be bending the frame or breaking mount points.

[@timothyryan2847]

That's a lot of money to sound like a v8. I've been a v8 guy all my life. But , I like nearly silent exhaust,and slight turbo whine of my 3.5 EcoBoost. People look confused when I pass them. It humors me.

[@ronoconnor8971]

Timothy Ryan me too! My 2019 is so much fun at a stoplight when the right lane is short forcing a merge then some smartass thinks, oh I can beat this ol pickup then is explaining himself to his passenger how he had a change of heart and gave me a pass...

[@truckertoddllc]

Andre has made alot of really great videos lately.

[@CrimeVid]

No clearance, now you can hit that rock really hard !

[@letterpool]

This truck has been on my brain ever since they announced it would be a twin turbo v6.

[@GeneralmotorsMHM]

Obviously I’m a GM guy but I’ve never wanted a truck so bad!

[@aquabatzap7698]

It’s a lot more affordable then I thought it’d be. I was expecting 100k+ not 60-70k

[@wantsanewvehicle]

I have absolutely no need for a raptor..but if I did, I'd do this. The stock raptor sounds like shit (even worse in person than in videos).

[@joenahay5922]

That thinks baaaad! 😍 i don't get why so many people don't like the ecoboost motor though! I have a 13' twin turbo v6 and i love it! I've got magnaflow exhaust and it's a mix of a nice low roar with the turbos whistling, i love it! I've had v8's before with exhaust and honestly even though i loved the sound i got sick of it being so loud when you're driving it every day

[@ZachBillings]

I have a 2018 Raptor and I don't care about cylinder count. I just care about output and delivery. If Ford makes a V8 Raptor and it has more power and more space under the curve, I'll buy one. Otherwise I'm perfectly happy with the TTV6 which is better than the previous V8. Also I'd never do this non-OEM stuff. Ford spends millions on R&D to make it perfect.

[@siseesan3147]

Zach Billings that’s cool Ford really did a good job with the new raptor this one shouldn’t disappoint

[@T4nkcommander]

Preach. 100% agree. People don't realize the testing a factory vehicle goes through - especially a Raptor (well over 2000 offroad miles, all in legit offroad racing). Meanwhile, the consumer serves as the testing ground for aftermarket components. I too am very happy with my TTV6. Not even sure I'd switch for a V8, but I'm quite interested in the Fox Live Valve shocks, not gonna lie

[@ZachBillings]

I know! Drove me a bit nuts when they announced the live shocks for 2019. Wouldn't say no to the Recaro seats either. I'm just going to wait until they release a more powerful powerplant option (don't care how many cylinders) to upgrade. If Ram does make the TRX truck with power in the 600s or 700s, Ford is bound to offer an option for higher output. Frankly I'd like to see a lower displacement TTV8. I like turbos for a broader power curve.

[@T4nkcommander]

A TTV8 would be awesome, no doubt, but I really don't think we'll see one from the factory. Would love to be wrong on that. I plan to retrofit the shocks when my stockers wear out. No doubt Fox will release standalone versions like they have for mountain bikes.

[@siseesan3147]

T4nkc0mm4nd3r that’s true it does go through extensive testing and adding the TTV6 shows what Ford can do with this beast

[@diamondgzuss8410]

Platinum the way to go. Inside cab luxury outside tuff looking truck.

[@iamn360]

If you want a v-8, don't get the raptor, get a regular f150 with roush performance 👍 Don't change the v-6 raptor because it blows the old raptor out of the water by a long shot. Most people who call for another v8 raptor, either won't buy one or can't afford it. If you don't like ford's choice, don't buy one

[@milovanbicanin3416]

Nathan Salyers I agree, you want a V8 by a Gen1. And even the Gen1’s, aren’t cheap. Just my opinion, what do I know, I’m quite happy with 18 Raptor.

[@Paijo_Supaijo]

Ahhh... EA mentality....

[@kanaweli]

I'm impressed with this truck, but that's a lot of money and you still don't have Baja mode and it will never be a real Raptor. I'm extremely satisfied with my 2017 V6 with 450 hp. With a $700 tune you can get 550 hp out of it. If Ford ever comes out with a 7.0L V8 option, it will be sent to Hennesy for a supercharger! Andre great video man! I would like to have seen a drag race on the road as well to see the performance without traction being such key player.

[@iamn360]

Only a second 0-60 faster for $25k? No thank you. Just supercharge a regular f150. It'll be quicker and cheaper

[@Legend.......]

Nathan Salyers That truck for "off-road" not racing

[@Strikedown2k]

Unless I missed it, the stock raptor which they had a few feet away was not tested 0-60 with the solo in this particular review. Car and driver says 5.1 seconds for the 2018. I wonder if there is much difference 0-60 on pavement between the two.

[@jackwsandoz]

You can get the Whipple for around $8k if all you want is the power gain. The modifications discussed in the video are for (supposedly) converting the truck to a Raptor.

[@jackwsandoz]

If you were to mid travel your truck in an attempt at better drag strip times.. you'd be pretty dumb.

[@CatchMeOffroad]

Actually even less than a second. The Raptor TFL tested was at altitude, which could make a difference as large as a second. So it's even closer than that...

[@2elements539]

Gotta love the sound @ 9:34

[@gmcsierra-te5oz]

V8 power I love 8

[@merlinsk1]

That exhaust is awesome and love the v8 raptor build

[@raymondcruz2000]

because they built two, a 5.4 and 6.2 first gen. click bait.

[@johncoinas]

5.4 has alot of problems

[@billyunderwood7221]

6.2 is heavy and underpowered for a performance truck capable of taking jumps.

[@johncoinas]

I guess u never change spark plugs. They snap off. Look it up. I had problems just like everyone else. Even shops will tell u they will

[@johncoinas]

I guess ur the lucky one or never changed them. They snap off .its proven

[@johncoinas]

Have no problems with ur timing either 😂

[@jmaf290]

did you notice the loose sway bar bolt on the lower a-arm? the truck sounds great!

[@bobmiking]

Not a real Raptor.... sorry... converting an F-150 does not make a Raptor. There is so much more to a Raptor and what about the warranty? The Raptor has a warranty on all the off-road parts and is why you get a Raptor. If you just want a crazy off-road truck then just get an old Truck and convert it. Sorry not a Real Raptor...

[@MrWang.]

Not to mention the raptor has a different frame than a normal f-150

[@andrewmoore4744]

I completely agree

[@stevenmartinez7821]

That’s why people buy a roush instead it’s a v8 supercharged and ford sells that

[@bobmiking]

@@stevenmartinez7821 and you get a 3 year warranty

[@codename7832]

@@MrWang. Raptor has same Box type Frame as Regular F150 which is just beefed up by Shock Mounts because Gen1 Raptors had problem with Frame Bending in those spots. Other then beefed up spots on the Raptors frame the whole Frame design and size is exactly the same and its made from exactly same high grade steel as every other F150

[@josegerman8877]

THIS IS MY DREAM TRUCK.....SOUNDS AMAZING.....WOW!!!!!!!!!!

[@paulwicklund1052]

Sounds just like the Hellcat.

[@heathbrazil5756]

Just go buy brand new 60k truck then send to us to put another 20 grand in it then u have raptor?

[@cdbrown30]

That dude knows his raptors. If I had a v8 f150 he might get me to upgrade

[@imbeingfrank3864]

I’ll keep my Gen2. That V8 raptor is not a Raptor. Missing some components that make a raptor a raptor. It’s a Piecemealed kit.

[@milovanbicanin3416]

I agree, don’t get me wrong the v8 is enticing, but and yes a big BUT!!! They are crossing wires to make just the antenna work. Now never mind EVERYTHING else they do to make it a Raptor??? All these modifications alone will cause gremlins in the near future. What about Baja mode the Raptor has all these sensors/modules etc to help YOU stay in control of the Raptor. I’m sorry the list of problems that WILL arise are endless. To pay 6figures is a nightmare only in time to happen!!! But again to everyone to each there own. I will add that full race(turbo company) is releasing factory casing turbos that will boost the Gen2 Raptor into 1000hp and from what I’ve read that can be tuned down to something more manageable especially for the street(I’m ok with 750-800 at the crank) of course it will need to be re-mapped. But I’m guessing for about 10g’s give or take of course. You have one killing v8 machine. Or like someone mention earlier roll the dice and see what Ford will do about a V8. I can’t see it happening in the near future they’ve spent MILLIONS in the eco boost. Gt 40 won the Le-Mann’s at it has a 3.5, taking out v8 and bigger.

[@jackwsandoz]

Around 14:00 they mention that this truck has gen 1 shocks and a spacer lift...what the hell is going on there?? If they offer a complete Raptor conversion, why wouldn't their flagship truck have it?

[@CJColvin]

@@milovanbicanin3416 All of you guys sound like Typical modern car lovers and Typical liberals.

[@JDMHaze]

Jack Sandoz lmaoooo

[@milovanbicanin3416]

CJ Colvin nah man, I’m Canadian. But thanks for your concern. Bahah

[@nickkestly3241]

Intake, intercooler, and tune on the 3.5 and then drag them. From an engine and price standpoint this comparison isn’t equal at all. Both great trucks

[@jtz9891]

6min and 22sec. In your video what's up with your raptor clone squeaking on the drive by. Nope I'll stick with the true non clone oem raptor.

[@T4nkcommander]

Well, OEM Raptors do the same thing, sadly. Just gotta clean the springs.

[@rcairforceone]

5.0, regular cab, shortbed XL. 3.73s with electric locker. $7500 package. SHRED.

[@sickboy1031]

The 3.5 was designed around boost the 5.0 would be stressed

[@codename7832]

5.0L would be stressed 🤣🤣🤣 Shelby F150 has the same Supercharger putting out 758HP on the same 5.0L engine and same trans. My 2017 Roush F150 has Roush 2.3L Phase 1 supercharger putting out 600HP ... no problem on the engine and trans.

[@S8BB]

Sounds great, lots of power it looks like