We Tuned The Ford Ranger Raptor to 455 HP: Here's How Much QUICKER It Is in a Drag Race!

[@brianalexandre1125]

I think you guys shorted the testing... seemed like boost numbers were increasing with each run, maybe a re-learn in progress by the ECU. Maybe try it again with a few more drive cycles.

[@Sp99226]

Agreed

[@kb9oak749]

ECU needs time to learn.

[@diesel6916]

The transmission also has to relearn

[@Intrepid175a]

I was wondering the same thing.

[@utahcountypicazospage5412]

A tune should load up immediately but the transmission wanting to shift sooner is lame

[@bmadda8983]

Good test, but you did notice one thing which held you back a little bit. After reflashing the PCM on any modern Ford, the transmission adapts are cleared and the computer has to relearn the trans. I would recommend rerunning your tests after 500 miles or so of mixed street driving...high speed/low speed/everything in between. Once the trans adapts are relearned, it should perform even better!

[@Cloud30000]

Not the transmission, the ECU which controls fuel management based on available oxygen and octane rating\ignition timing. It will slowly adjust ignition to prevent knock until it reaches the point right before knock occurs. Same thing happens when changing fuel types, which is why people that switch from 87 to 93 for a single tank don’t notice a difference and switch back.

[@Cloud30000]

The transmission learns your driving style for shift points at lower loads, but it is nearly identical when you put the pedal to the floor in sport mode and use 100% acceleration.

[@bmadda8983]

@@Cloud30000 Trans adapts seems to be the biggest factor on 10R trans...absolutely does use adapts at WOT. Older style trans did not...either way I would recommend a retest after a relearn period

[@brandonpittman5243]

Couple have just used jumper cables from the zr

[@litoaykiu]

@@bmadda8983 Please explain how it adopts at WOT??? In order to adapt there have to be variable changes; what is different when you have GO pedal smashed all the way down?

[@RINGSx5]

Ford raptor: “installing 50 HP tune” Chevy Trailboss: “Installing cruise control”

There are aftermarket Cruse control options, he should look into it.

[@markcole6475]

After my tune was installed …the instructions said the driving characteristics would improve the longer it was driven for the PCM to relearn strategies ..

[@1225KPH]

This is precisely why I can't take anything TFL does seriously. Part of the ECU programing is permanent and part is adaptive. Change anything and the vehicle needs to relearn the adaptive programming. Just replacing the Idle Air Control (valve) on my '04 Mach1 without disconnecting the battery was enough to throw off the ECU - the new valve didn't fix my high idle problem until I disconnected the battery for half an hour. And then, it took a number of cold starts and periods of highway driving (as specified in the Ford Shop Manual) for everything to get back to optimum. No mention of professional installation required for the warranty and no mention of what octane is required by the tune and what they had in the tank.

[@RadDadisRad]

Exactly, it took 2k miles for my Whipple 5.0 to get from a 4.4 0-60 to a 3.9 0-60

[@1225KPH]

@@RadDadisRad I don't care what anybody says, TFL are not real car guys. I wonder how many people ordered the Ford Performance Tune because of this video thinking a home install is under warranty.

[@RadDadisRad]

@@1225KPH i agree with you, they use their consumerism to make content.

[@RadDadisRad]

@@1225KPH ooof they didn’t even talk about the warranty. It voids the factory Ford warranty in lieu of the Ford Performance 3y/36k which is much less inclusive.

[@ecu4awhile]

I can't believe you guys tuned it and floored it right away, yall are crazy!....

[@jdfleetguy28]

Great video guys. I installed my Ford tune in my Ranger Raptor last week, I agree or had very similar thoughts to what Tommy was saying. It’s no doubt faster, just this truck has never really felt like it was as fast as it actually is. It has really solid isolated feel to it which makes its speed or rather its performance capability feel a little muted. I really do Love the Ranger Raptor, I believe it’s the best mid size truck on the market right now. Looking forward to seeing how more of the TFL tune testing plays out. Overall I am pretty happy with new tune in mine.

[@SharkPerformanceGaming]

The ECU has to relearn and recalibrate itself after a new tune gets reflashed. Explains why boost pressures were increasing after each run.

[@DrivenbyMachines]

I have the Ford Performance tuner in my 2022 Ford Ranger XLT FX4, and I've noticed a difference. Coming from stock running 87 to Performance running 93. My truck is definitely better with it. It's a lot more fun to drive, and man, does it go. I think it's good that Ford did the tune. I enjoy it.

[@Jay-me7gw]

The stock 2.3L tune is rated for 300hp/325 torque on 93.

[@DrivenbyMachines]

@@Jay-me7gw yeah with the tune I'm at 315hp and 370 for torque. 45hp gain and 60 torque

[@is6566]

Last lines on the installation instructions: format. ***NOTE*** If vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission, several miles and/or days of driving may be required for all adaptive learning to complete. Do not be alarmed at shift quality immediately after installing of calibration. It is recommended to do light throttle driving until shift quality has stabilized.

True, he should drive it for a couple weeks and run the test again.

[@Suomyice]

TFL guys are fine and likable in many ways. But I think they are pretty clueless when it comes drivetrain modications.😏

@@Suomyice The young guy Case seem to be a knowledgeable mechanic and up to speed on technology.

[@1225KPH]

THEY ARE CLUELESS WHEN IT COMES TO ANYTHING MORE TECHNICALLY CHALLENGING THAN A TRAILER HITCH.

[@1225KPH]

Andre's Russian comprehension is better than his English. Tommy is just lazy.

[@rjordan6227]

When all else fails, maybe read the directions? 1. To get the warranty you need an ASE Certified mechanic to do install 2. Need to drive several times for full effect of programming 3. Did they run 91 octane fuel; I think that is required Maybe need to do a redo?

[@diesel6916]

It took him 8 hours to DL a tune on a PC LOL

[@LehmanMichaelR]

Yeah, the tune is for minimum 91 octane. did they run out all the old gas and refill with 91?

[@1225KPH]

@@LehmanMichaelR Of course not.

[@joshuaw2988]

It should get even quicker after a learning process

[@Jay-me7gw]

100% agree'd. When they flashed the tune it probably set the Octane Adjust Ratio to 0 and so it wasnt making as much timing or boost as it could.

[@joshuaw2988]

💯, I’ve had a couple f150 with the eco boost that I tuned, seemed slower at first, then a couple days later it was smoking the tires off much much faster

[@728GT]

Yeah these guys are dummies. And thats the nicest way I can say what I mean. Everyone knows that a new calibration needs time to adjust fuel trims and transmission logic. They should have at least drove around for 30 mins or so to give the ecu time to learn.

[@txvet7738]

Damn…they are never gonna let you live that cruise control thing down are they Andre…lol! I got your back bro!

[@jamescundiff3264]

I don't know if I could live without cruise. I'm probably driving in cruise control 80% of the time my wheels are rolling.

[@dmegahan]

Who spends that much on a truck and doesn’t have basic cruise control. Kind of crazy that is a thing. Blame GM

[@johnhahn8464]

​@@jamescundiff3264I'm with you. I use cruise control constantly. It'd be a complete deal breaker for me for sure

[@BAYAREAMX]

@@dmegahanit has to have basic cruise control right? Just not adaptive cruise control?

[@dmegahan]

@@BAYAREAMX Andres truck does not have basic cruise control. Spending that much needs to have at least that.

[@joemattes8389]

The cruse control thing will never get old.

[@gobiexploring]

I have a Ranger Raptor and I definitely plan on picking this tune up. Good number. Good prince. Still warrantied.

[@DavidSmith-rf5je]

I know that feeling! 14:03 "Tommy it wants me to turn the key off!" "Ok..?" That tone a young person gets when an older person tells them they are being told to do something obvious.

[@michaelwagner3952]

Many Fords have a process to adapt to environmental conditions and driving habits after a ECU flash or battery disconnect. Try again after 50 miles or so! Although conditions may not be identical to this test day, you may find it smooths out a bit. Cool test! Cheers!

[@TexasStormChaser]

What's fun is my 2.3L Ranger with the Ford tune is faster than a stock Raptor Ranger. It also takes about a week to re-learn says it right in the directions, it would be substantially faster with a follow up video.

[@brettyoung1659]

That tuner looks a lot like my livernois tuner. It was also $800.00 and has gauges like the Ford tuner. All the steps are the same with updating and sending info back and forth and such. Was a pain in the arse. A lot of plugging and unplugging in different spots. Tunes respond well with intakes and exhaust upgrades. More air in and more air out especially with turbo apps. My 2021 F150 3.5 is loving the performance tune. It’s by far the best bang for your buck. I have been tuning my vehicle since the early 2000s. 125 hp and 125 fpt for 800.00. Yes please

[@Jay-me7gw]

It probably is. Livernois was involved with FP developing the tunes and is the reason they were the first ones that had the ability to tune the 2021+ F150. They got the encryption keys from Ford. HPTuners and SCT had to hack their way in.

[@michaelpopp6340]

That makes sense other than none of the tuners can tune a 23 or newer 3.5 ecoboost. I had to swap to a 2022 ecu.

[@brandonstewart7145]

Excellent video guys, that hit about cruise control was priceless Tommy. I can't wait for a tow test to see if that increase in torque helps out.

[@daytona3927]

You could do that tuner in CA, just remember to turn it back to stock before going to smog station.

[@1225KPH]

Thus wrote the Imbecile who has no clue.

[@tbirddriver5oh]

I'll sum up the video for you and save yall some time... we have never tuned a vehicle before and we're surprised by the fact that this is standard procedure for any canned tune

[@MrPlymouth88]

Not sure if this one is the same way but most tuners you need to drive the vehicle 150 miles for the ECU to relearn everything. Once everything is settled in you should feel the difference a lot more.

[@kenwolf2431]

you are correct

[@andyharman3022]

My stock 1991 GMC Syclone did 14.60 at 98 mph when I drag raced it back in 1998. So the Ranger Raptor was about a match after they added the tune.

[@grenobel]

You should evaluate fuel mileage before and after the tune. I put a Bully Dog tune on my 2019 Ecoboost and towing my 24' RV, my fuel mileage increased from 12.1 to 13.7 mpg over the same 200+ mile trip in very near like-for-like conditions.

[@Jay-me7gw]

Maybe because they are running it leaner, which is not good for these motors. I doubt Ford touched the air fuel ratios in this tune.

[@grenobel]

@@Jay-me7gw I doubt that it was a lean fuel condition that saved fuel. Leaning out a high compression engine (boost & piston) would result in detonation. I don't recall the figures precisely, but with the "Tow Tune" boost went from ~13+ to ~16+ in trailer tow mode. The tune did modify the fuel mapping, but also optimized the ignition, valve timing and shift point parameters. Objectively, I'd say the fuel mileage increase was because the tune was more precise vs the generic factory tune.

[@5up614]

just did this to out ranger raptor.. had to work hand in hand with dealer. ASE A8 cert required to keep 3yr 36k warranty. brake boost harder... it takes it well.

[@NatesHomeTours]

Looks like TFL is seeing why the PC is a much better option for doing most things.

[@mediocreman2]

That's easily worth it and it comes with a programming device. You can pay twice that just to send it off to somebody and have no control over the programming if you want to change it. And Kudos to Ford for putting a tire tread as a progress meter! If you can't feel over 10% HP increase, your butt dyno is broken.

[@EGGINFOOLS]

Ive never paid more than 400 for any of my customs logged tunes that I sent my PCM out for

[@wtaylor810]

Using a Cybertruck as a battery tender is OP

[@underwaterdroneservices7292]

We did a very expensive tune ($1350 in 92) on a 92 BMW 5 series and felt absolutely no difference. At the time we didn't think of doing before and after with a stopwatch. I did drive the fastest ever of any vehicle in that car at approx 245kph (about 150mph). I had a 74 Charger (400cid) long before that and it would top out at only about 117mph but I did that almost every weekend (if not raining) going to a remote workplace (there in daylight, not back in the dark) for about 6 months. It wouldn't go any faster but it thought it was just taking a leisurely stroll at that speed.

[@rbfarrell1]

You can use it in California just set it back to stock a couple weeks before you get it smogged. Put a few miles on it. After smog just install the tuner again.

[@steedax473]

I have a 2.7 ranger, in colorado. If you're interested in doing a side by side comparison to the raptor. I went 15.15@92 last night according to the dragy...

[@kenwolf2431]

Did you read the last page of the instructions it states * If vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission, several miles and/or days of driving may be required for all adaptive learning to complete. Do not be alarmed at shift quality immediately after installing of calibration. It is recommended to do light throttle driving until shift quality has stabilized. You should have waited until the truck learned the tune for your 1/4 mile times. My Raptor Ranger boost went from 17 to 25 in boost. Please redo the test after the truck has learned everything. It took my truck a couple days of driving to learn the tune. You can really tell the difference now in the feel after the truck has learned the tune. I paid 700 at Lethal Performance and it cost me 50 to get it tune at my Ford Dealer.

[@jasongaudreau2075]

About a week down the road, retest. Learning still in progress. Fuel efficiency can’t be a factor after tuning for more power. For $800….itsa no brained. Dollar per smile is hard to quantify…..but warranty stretches that smile wider!

[@JayLinn]

Mine took about 30 min, I thought it was an easy install, but I have a "windows shop" I think the truck has an (electronic) learning curve for the shift points and boost timing that considers the driving habits over time.

[@pablopicasosz]

Live in CA ordered and shipped to california installed no issues will remove the tune for smog checks not a big deal at all,

[@pablopicasosz]

@@2011buddylee Thats for the dealer not the smog check

[@mandov5916]

Good luck. Smog checks can tell when they’ve been tuned. I’m not sure if it’s as simple as returning it back to stock and driving for a few miles.

[@mandov5916]

Actually since you were able to buy it in California it must already be CARB legal

[@yt310yt]

@@mandov5916 Ford has confirmed that they are working on making them 50 state legal and are just waiting on the CARB certification to pass.

[@mandov5916]

@@yt310yt and that’s the bs, most of the can tuners won’t have a problem with smog but CARB wants to dip their hands in the money pot.

[@herpderp1662]

I just tuned mine today. Makes a LITTLE bit more than the 455/535 because im running an aftermarket intercooler, and intake. So i would say im closer to 465/550 and maintains it longer as my charge temps are 40% lower.

[@diesel6916]

you mean thats what the marketing said it would be

[@herpderp1662]

Marketing=455/535 Mine= 465/550ish So to directly answer your question as asked. No.

[@Sticks1680]

Intake...lmfao. you must be new to modding.

[@johnhahn8464]

​@@Sticks1680Cleary so true! 😅

[@herpderp1662]

You must be new to the internet

[@Sport-wg2tv]

You have to drive the truck a little bit for the truck to relearn itself

[@jwmhe]

Run an Ike Gauntlet with the tune.

[@jamesbyington2101]

YES!

[@flyonbyya]

Both of these guys rock this channel!

[@justinstiff5641]

My completely stock 2005 Supercharged Pontiac Grand Prix GTP comp G ran a 13.8 quarter mile. The competition G was pretty rare and only had a more aggressive final drive ratio in the front differential and lighter weight Wheels that made it slightly quicker than the standard GTP.

[@joshc606]

All tuners do this….have to save factory tune. Love to see it again after a week of driving. It’s worth it. About that much for a custom tune that voids your warranty.

[@garyschatz3718]

The extra cost of the Ranger is definitely worth it since you’re getting cruise control. I never want to own another vehicle without cruise control. That ship has sailed.

[@JonBecker81]

Forget cruise control, I never want to own another vehicle without ADAPTIVE cruise control 😂.

[@302Mustang13]

A couple things I noticed. First was Andre had the door open. Past versions require all accessories off including interior lights. Second was while I appreciate same conditions tested, it would have been better to run it for about half an hour to let the truck adapt to the changes.

[@EGGINFOOLS]

It doesn't require that to tune. The request that to make sure you don't drop battery voltage during data transfer and lose connection. It could brick the PCM. Since its a "ford" authorized tune They make sure all bases are covered.

[@orangemanbraptor]

I put that tune on my Braptor. I have a review of it on my page if anyone is interested. Overall great experience. Easy install and it's a wicked upgrade! Ford really built these trucks well that you can add that much power to the motor and it still stays so cool. Don't even need to change the intercooler.

[@davidmckibbin4440]

we will have to wait and see how it holds together over the long haul. seems new engines have enough problems with out the help of a tuner.

[@Flying_GC]

​@davidmckibbin4440 this isn't a new engine-

[@Cloud30000]

I would have liked to see a before and after on the toaster test to confirm that it still stays cool 😎

[@mediocreman2]

What is a B Raptor?

[@highwayman1218]

​@@mediocreman2Bronco

[@inferno1770]

This is normal procedure for tuning . In my 2017 3rd gen Tacoma v6 it's basically same procedure. I use Vf tuner on my Tacoma.

[@henrycruz45cal]

$15k difference between the two. The ranger is worth more than that. You can't compare the two

[@FullTimeGT]

Great video! Important stuff are done using a PC, not using Apple stuff, specially in the tuning world 💪

[@TFLtruck]

Very true!

True, for scientific and engineering tasks the Windows machine is king.

[@Cloud30000]

Linux is a much better platform for scientific stuff, but Windows certainly makes plug and play easier

[@FullTimeGT]

@@Cloud30000 Agree!

[@billreid9537]

I just got a quote from Ford Canada 🇨🇦 for the tune. The price was $1865 and that’s not even the dealership doing the ecu flash! That’s just the price of the parts! I’m not paying $2000 for a tune. Crazy 🤪

[@kenshaw338]

Order it and send it to someone in the states then go pick it up and have your local dealer install it.

[@rodgood]

The majority of the money for a tune, goes to Ford, for future warranty claims. If it makes you feel better .

[@1225KPH]

Blame Canada!

[@ChasVS391]

I wouldn’t let these guys within 100 yards of my RR! GOOFBALLS

[@jonascampelo871]

You have to wait a few hours or a few engine cycles until the system "open up", probably one or two days later to get all the new tune performance.

[@hondofourfivetwo9347]

Tommy: “But you don’t have cruise control” 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🚒 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@skrsys]

Not sure if the Ranger was put in sport mode or Baja mode after the tune. Also was traction control turned off? Was 93 octane in the tank? Andre usually confirms the settings verbally before he launches, I didn’t see that in this video. These things make a big difference in time.

[@mitch65]

Great video but as previously stated the trans needs time to relearn shift points etc. I hope you guys re test after a couple hundred miles and see what the actual numbers end up being.

[@oct2274]

Good results considering you didn't give it time to adapt.

[@JustTIC]

"yeah but you don't have cruise control" LMFAO!!!!

[@PLFreedomNow]

Ranger Raptor is sick

[@TheCamaro5]

58k for a ranger LOL!

[@saso-qk6mc]

I would agree it is sick. Sick to pay that much money for a ranger raptor.

[@302Mustang13]

​@@TheCamaro5Haters gonna be dumb. No surprise there.

[@TheCamaro5]

@@302Mustang13 yeah 58k for a ranger is dumb.

[@302Mustang13]

@@TheCamaro5 I don't think it's worth it but there's probably $10k worth of suspension and tire upgrades that come with it and the powerful 3.0 V6 twin turbo that smokes that sad Colorado 2.7 Turbomax. This tune is a reason I would buy it and it'll be much quicker and stronger once the computer adjusts.

[@YungJayuno]

“YEAH but you don’t have cruise control” There it is😂😂😂

[@garyatsma89]

No surprises here. Andre, if you'll recall, your Colorado got its doors blown off by the "normal" 4 cyl Ranger.

[@osubam]

That tuner reminds me of my Bullydog process for my Tundra. Makes a big difference, but it is a pain to do.

[@golfbravowhiskey8669]

Yeah in the drag world a 1/2 second you're not gonna fell it up in the 15 second range but when you're down in the 9 to 8 second range you will definitely feel the difference in a half of a second gain

[@kidwelldavid6136]

Poor Andre. Being picked on about cruise control still. Lol.😂

[@markcole6475]

I had to do the same thing to my 2023 Bronco when I installed the FMS tuner…took about 45 minutes

[@Intrepid175a]

Wait a minute, you said the Chevy doesn't have cruise control?? Now "that's" a deal breaker for me!

[@kboreliz]

3yr/36k mile Ford Performance Parts warranty from new vehicle in-service when installed at a Ford dealer or by an ASE/Red Seal certified technician. Please contact the Ford Performance Parts Tech-line for warranty registration.

[@mikeburton8426]

It’s generally just silly to be doing a 0-60 or quarter mile drag race with mid sized trucks. Maybe even more silly at that altitude. But no matter what we’re driving, we are always at least slightly interested in these kinds of measurements.

[@aaronsorspomar96]

"Soooon, I need your gaming PC to tune my truck!!"

No, a cheap $250 Windows laptop would work fine.

[@aaronsorspomar96]

really???😒 come on man....

[@willbenner3]

That was the funniest part of the video 😂

[@rudymoralesjr]

"...we're an Apple shop..." I've never been more disappointed. 😂

[@FullTimeGT]

Haha 💯 agree with you!

[@ComfortablyNumb1969]

I've never owned anything Apple and can't help but wonder "Where did Jobs touch you and how good did it feel?"

[@eternalthread7846]

Apples computers are really good for editing and production

[@is6566]

Your disappointment shows your ignorance of the industry that TFL is in. Your post tells more about you than TFL.

[@ComfortablyNumb1969]

@@is6566 way to take half-hearted, half-joking comments, seriously. Good job.

[@phillip.9524]

Dynomotive Australia have Ranger Raptor tunes 582 hp at the rear wheels on 37 inch tyres…

[@JasonWh]

Guys just use Parallels and in 15 minutes you'll have a windows VM and you can easily connect the USB port in use to it and you'll be good to go on any Mac.

[@justinstiff5641]

Looking forward to this! Awesome content

[@genebond]

I don't believe you mentioned that with the new tune, you are required to run premium fuel, whereas with the stock tune, you can run regular gas. Have you guys tested the original tune mpg with regular vs premium gas?

[@iconic.overlander]

When ford released the Performance tune for the 22 Ranger, it was also illegal in CA at first. It was CARB related. From what I gathered after going back and forth on the Ford Performance tech line, it was due to licensing thru CARB. I’m sure they’re in the same debacle now for the RR, so hopefully it’s only a matter time for my CA homies with RRs til they get their tunes. Or, just do what I did originally, and just purchase it from a site like stage 3 motorsports and have it shipped in no questions asked 😂😂

[@turbo4zetec]

To make that Colorado fast, somebody’s gonna put a 427 in it and then it’ll be a “good” race.

[@calebbanton]

Anyone else think they should do a driver swap for each race? Like on the baseline, run it, then make the guys swap trucks, then run it again.

[@denlog1177]

A real comparison would be the previous 3.6L V6 w/ a Edelbrock screw supercharger kit. The 2.7 HO is already a stressed engine.

[@EGGINFOOLS]

This is a 3.0

[@RobertKohut]

That's what the tune does. Adds a few pounds of boost and lets more boost happen sooner.

[@edgarvaca9238]

If it’s a Ford product it should allow people to use it in California. The star smog station only check that the vehicle isn’t having any codes. Anything 2001 and newer they only require plugging into obd2 and performing a visual inspection, they don’t insert probe in tailpipe / exhaust for emissions.

[@sinfulta]

Literally can’t watch Andre in anything online. Don’t know why. Rubs me wrong way.

[@beowulfgrendel24]

Sport, full brake, full throttle to launch it

[@TKO593]

I think the new tune needs some time to relearn and it will be quicker. I ran a 13.5 1/4mile and 0-60 in 5.1secs. I confirmed between my SkyRC GPS and a Dragy. I also did see a bit of MPG gain on the highway.

[@johnhahn8464]

What altitude were you running at?

[@TKO593]

@@johnhahn8464 I’m in Florida. The Dragy says about 220ft above sea level, but the altitude density of 2,425ft. 82°F temperature.

[@TFLtruck]

We are at over 5,400 ft above sea level with a 90F ambient temperature.

[@johnhahn8464]

@@TKO593 exactly there you have it!

[@TKO593]

@@johnhahn8464 I still seen improvement over a short time. Altitude alone is not it.

[@mustanggeek8333]

You guys should also test the 5 star tuning on the Raptor also

[@1225KPH]

Because none of their crap is emissions legal.

[@beowulfgrendel24]

You need to run this again or with a 2.7L ranger. The procal resets the computer which then requires a few weeks of driving to see the true results of the tune. This was Proven a fews days ago by another youtube channel. It's not a traditional tune and go

[@Polo_187]

Andre's Colorado did pretty good considering it doesn't have cruise control

[@jeffpierce3436]

I’m glad I tuned in!🤭👍

[@danieloberholzer3691]

Great video thanks guys! Could you please test the 3.5 Ecoboost Lariat or XLT?

[@slmjake]

I ain't no punk, I ain't no stranger, that's a blank blank blank Ford Ranger... but It needs a 6 foot bed! Come on Ford! Not all of us are mall crawlers!

[@NoSirAnder]

Not on the Raptor. But the others should.

[@wolfgang_h3t]

Nah, I've never needed a 6 foot bed and prefer the shorter wheelbase. Either the 5 foot bed is enough or the load is big enough to need a trailer, never needed something in-between.

[@robertopics]

​@@wolfgang_h3tyup a 6 feet need might indicate that you need a full size pick up.

[@DragonKnightX12]

​​​@@wolfgang_h3t Exactly. Just get a little utility trailer if you need more Plus the Raptors are toys. They're not the ones to buy if you need a work truck.

[@CrimeVid]

8'

[@OGDukeSD]

It's CARB, California Air Resources Board, Ford will have to put it through the process for Certification. All vehicle modifications that could affect emissions need the Cert to be CA SMOG Legal.

[@ntrain2k]

Wish I could find someone local who has this flashed on their ranger. Would like to grab a read of it with HP tuners.

[@BryBurger]

Doesn’t the tune also require 91 octane? Was there 91 in the tank when “testing”?

[@kaoticmind09]

are there maps? or if you tune you're tuned.

[@JonLaRue]

I play with robots, 3D printers, and all sorts of computers for fun. None of this was surprising for me it’s incredibly similar to writing firmware to a SBC or updating BIOS.

Ford directed them to update the tuner to the latest firmware, that' standard operating procedure with any new device.

[@cstgx]

Ford smoking a Chevy. As is tradition.

[@johnhahn8464]

Preach brother preach!

[@cinder9950]

Ford on side of road smoking is the tradition 😅

[@Simon-rx2ow]

Lol

[@jacksonnordhues5961]

Test the braptor, f150 raptor, and regular f150 with the new tunes

[@kenmorefamilyrealty]

I have a 2024 Colorado ZR2 and I’d love if GM would release a similar tuner. I’d buy it immediately. Gm… shoe horn in the 3.0L diesel, or put 3.73 gears on the 2.7 and jump it to 350hp and 475 ft lbs!!!

[@bryy2053]

You guys didn't mention that this tune requires a min of 91 octane. Did you have that in the truck? I dont remember if you put 87 or premium in your truck regularly.

[@TFLtruck]

Yes, we always run 91 octane in our turbocharged trucks. We did for this video in the Ranger Raptor and the Colorado Trail Boss,

[@thegonz7833]

Thank Mary F-ing Barra, always behind

Are you also going to thank her for the 1064 HP ZR1 Corvette?

[@Jay-me7gw]

The $200k one normal people can't buy?

@@Jay-me7gw And it competes with and in most cases out performs cars costing upwards of 500K.

[@Jay-me7gw]

Well those billionaires buying $500k cars clearly aren't financially responsible. 🤦

@@Jay-me7gw It's still a valid point and how can you say a person that could easily afford a half million dollar car in not financially responsible. They obviously know something about finances and making money. A lot more than either one of us.

[@CaylorsGarage]

The process of adding a tune to the device is common and has been for years, its standard for remote tuning. You guys made it a big deal but it really isn't. And you need to drive the truck for some time for relearn, it will keep getting better.

[@champinsoccer9]

I tuned my 2020 ranger... I really didnt see anhuge improvement until like 200-500 miles into the tune. I took it out and see what the difference was as soon as I tuned it. But it shifted weird and didnt seem like it had the power. But after 200-500 miles everything smoothed out and i could tell a huge difference. I even had a new intercooler, intake, turbo pipes and all of that (all mishimoto) it still took like 500 miles max for me to see a difference.

[@seventybuick]

If you look at the dyno graph it shows the tuned torque at a lower RPM

It shows a broad increase over the entire rev range.

[@302hobronco]

You guys needed to drive the truck around with the performance tune brit jumping into the next race. The new program needs time to. Calibrate for optimal performance given its environment. Proof in that is how the boost numbers kept creeping while you kept testing. Other than that, I liked the info. And I'm curious if the tuner from Ford voids the factory warranty?

[@richiecolon3774]

Great video; I don't know if I'm sold, however, on this upgrade. Don't know about other Raptor owners, but I average around 16.5 mpg in Florida (average hwy speed is 75 and city is about 35). I am eager to see how this impacts MPG.

[@Jay-me7gw]

it wont impact MPG unless you are using the extra power. The engine will still operate exactly the same at part throttle.