What an awesome dad! This video made me so happy. I cannot tell you how blessed I was to watch it. My son passed away three years ago at 14, and I love when I see your fathers like you.
OMG man I am so appreciative of your comment and kind words. Thank you for watching, I am so so sorry to hear of your loss, I can not imagine. I will keep your family in our prayers! God bless you!
Love the vid. I was the gen 2 you started to chase at about 8:26. We had a great turn out with the Midwest Raptor Junkies on this opening weekend. Always looking for more Raptor owners to run with. We will be out on the dunes a few times yet this year. Love the R and great video.
Thank you for actually taking it into the dunes and getting it dirty. It's rare to see someone use the truck the way "it's designed". I'm interested in buying one, and most people only do walk-around videos or drive on the road and talk about how comfortable the seats are and how cool the radio sounds. I come from a Toyota Tundra family (with the v8 engine), where we always go in mud and sand.
So I'm in the UK ... I've ordered what is probably going to be the ONLY Raptor R (2024) over here ... I've been following your vids since you took delivery ... Thanks! I can't tell you how envious I am of all the incredible off road opportunities you have. There is literally NOWHERE in the UK to do this. 😢
@@CTECH-REVIEW if you ever do, look me up! I'll be posting Raptor R content over here when it's delivered in June. Living with these things in this country is a challenge all of its own. Keep up the good work and thanks again. 👍
Great video and commentary! What would you say was the biggest downside to your Gen 1 raptor when you took it to those dunes compared to your Gen 2 or Gen 3? (besides power)
Thanks for watching! I would say I like the electric power steering a lot more on Gen 1, Gen 2. and a steel body always chasing rust vs gen 2/3 being aluminum.
Really cool video! I agree with not pushing them too hard and doing dumb things. Same here, I’ve taken mine out far away from home. 3-4 hours away and always think to myself “I gotta get home”. I’ve never broken anything or even gotten a flat. The only thing I’ve had happen is the horn button came loose. Warranty covered that. Some knuckleheads try to show off usually end up paying for it. We usually hit Anza Borrego, Plaster City, and Johnson Valley. (So Cal). Anyway you can show us how the new headlights look in when on at night?
Does the Raptor R share the same suspension and shocks as the Raptor 37? I know the 37 gets dual valve shocks, so it is a huge upgrade over a standard Raptor. Not sure if the R gets an even higher bump, or if it's just the same. The 37 definitely does seem like a good middle ground between base and R.
Thank you for watching. My understanding is it’s the same technology as the 37 package. What I do not know is if the valving inside of the shocks is any different between the two trucks otherwise they look identical suspension wise.
😢I hit a 107mph going across the black rock desert playa in my Gen2 Raptor, as much as i like your truck the gen 2 is still the most aggressive looking Raptor so far. Gen 4 coming a close 2nd in the looks dept. Having over 700hp has to be nice but the cost to run it has me thinking the 3.5 ecoboost that the V8 guys love to bash is actually a more prudent power plant, especially when off roading miles from civilization. Glad its not a mall crawler to you like most we see on the road.
Would love to have these drag strips in Australia. We have lot's of open beach and dunes you can drive on but, this being a nanny state (country) it would never happen.
so, you are little bit quicker than others, what u gona do with that? Paying 50% more for car and 50% more for fueal, so relaxing, just for nothing....rather stressing i can beat with gen2 raptor almost any car in city, i dont need R to be the MAN
What a class act remark, you responded like a gentleman. good video and humble as well. I test drove one, there awesome trucks I just need my f250 for the moment. One day though.
“Trump supporter words to a CNN reporter” Listen nobody gave me sh*t! I earned everything that I got, I am successful and retired with boats, jet skis because i did right. And everybody has that chance whether they choose or not that’s up to them. He can spend his money in anything he wants, stop crying. 🤷♂️
The eco boost is a better off road machine , the added weight from the V8 is a negative for off-road , the R is great for going to the mall and street drag racing 😂
I loved hearing the boys going nuts in the backseat.
They are even more wild in real life! haha
what an awesome dad!!! just like my awesome dad. sir I wish there were more like you. you kids are the coolest as well! cheers
Wow, thank you! I appreciate you watching!
What an awesome dad! This video made me so happy. I cannot tell you how blessed I was to watch it. My son passed away three years ago at 14, and I love when I see your fathers like you.
OMG man I am so appreciative of your comment and kind words. Thank you for watching, I am so so sorry to hear of your loss, I can not imagine. I will keep your family in our prayers! God bless you!
The kid laughing in the back is what it's all about
Thanks for watching!
Excellent video and looks like a great family trip!
Thank you @samkoWorkShop for watching!!
the steering wheel and gopro placement is perfect in this
Thanks for the comment, I learned from the last POV that it needed to change position some.
@@CTECH-REVIEW well you did great the videos are awesome man
Great presentation... looks like a blast, kids voices of excitement are a delight!😮
Awesome video. Love how you brought your family out and seeing there reactions.
Glad you enjoyed it! That’s what it’s all about family and friends
Love the vid. I was the gen 2 you started to chase at about 8:26. We had a great turn out with the Midwest Raptor Junkies on this opening weekend. Always looking for more Raptor owners to run with. We will be out on the dunes a few times yet this year. Love the R and great video.
Nice setup, your truck looks great! good work! sounds good, I hope we can run into each other again this year! Thank you for the kind words!!
Thank you for actually taking it into the dunes and getting it dirty. It's rare to see someone use the truck the way "it's designed". I'm interested in buying one, and most people only do walk-around videos or drive on the road and talk about how comfortable the seats are and how cool the radio sounds. I come from a Toyota Tundra family (with the v8 engine), where we always go in mud and sand.
Glad I could provide some real-world off-road driving action!
So I'm in the UK ... I've ordered what is probably going to be the ONLY Raptor R (2024) over here ... I've been following your vids since you took delivery ... Thanks! I can't tell you how envious I am of all the incredible off road opportunities you have. There is literally NOWHERE in the UK to do this. 😢
UK is great. I can’t wait to visit there again! I am glad you enjoy the channel, and it helps!
@@CTECH-REVIEW if you ever do, look me up! I'll be posting Raptor R content over here when it's delivered in June. Living with these things in this country is a challenge all of its own. Keep up the good work and thanks again. 👍
I was just there in July, had a blast in my Gen 3. I run premium all the time.
Heck ya. They are a blast!
Man, that thing was smoking everything you’d race! Even a RZR! Insane! 😂 that’s honestly hilarious, badass bro.
Thanks man! She rips!!
My wife would have been screaming- you better not, slow down, no no no no!!! 😂
haha!! Thanks for watching!
It was great meeting you! We’ll be out there on the dunes a lot this year so feel free to join us!!
Great meeting you all as well! Looking forward to it!
Love your content. Great video.
Thank you so much 🤗
Love it man, getting those kiddos hooked at a young age 😂. My boys can’t wait to get back out there, we’ll have to plan a trip together this summer.
Lets go!
Awesome video I’m picking up my R next week, wish I lived closed to the dunes
I might have to drive out there with family one day from Florida 🤣
Awesome! Enjoy it!
Awesome video. Looks like the best raptor yet.
Thanks for watching!! It sure is a blast!
Fast response with that supercharger not bad 💪🏼
Heck ya!
Great vid
Thanks for watching!!
Great video and commentary!
What would you say was the biggest downside to your Gen 1 raptor when you took it to those dunes compared to your Gen 2 or Gen 3? (besides power)
Thanks for watching! I would say I like the electric power steering a lot more on Gen 1, Gen 2. and a steel body always chasing rust vs gen 2/3 being aluminum.
This is why you buy a Raptor R. What a sweet day.
heck ya!!
Really cool video! I agree with not pushing them too hard and doing dumb things. Same here, I’ve taken mine out far away from home. 3-4 hours away and always think to myself “I gotta get home”. I’ve never broken anything or even gotten a flat. The only thing I’ve had happen is the horn button came loose. Warranty covered that. Some knuckleheads try to show off usually end up paying for it. We usually hit Anza Borrego, Plaster City, and Johnson Valley. (So Cal).
Anyway you can show us how the new headlights look in when on at night?
Haha getting home keeps us from doing less dumb stuff! Haha. Night video coming soon!!!
Does the Raptor R share the same suspension and shocks as the Raptor 37? I know the 37 gets dual valve shocks, so it is a huge upgrade over a standard Raptor. Not sure if the R gets an even higher bump, or if it's just the same. The 37 definitely does seem like a good middle ground between base and R.
Thank you for watching. My understanding is it’s the same technology as the 37 package. What I do not know is if the valving inside of the shocks is any different between the two trucks otherwise they look identical suspension wise.
Very Nice!
Thank you! Cheers!
I will be there in May 2025 with my 25 Raptor 37 😊
Awesome! It’s a great place!
I was really thinking about going out there. I should have.
Still can!! Lets go!
that truck looks so nice
Thank you!
That’s looks fun
Sure is!!
😢I hit a 107mph going across the black rock desert playa in my Gen2 Raptor, as much as i like your truck the gen 2 is still the most aggressive looking Raptor so far. Gen 4 coming a close 2nd in the looks dept.
Having over 700hp has to be nice but the cost to run it has me thinking the 3.5 ecoboost that the V8 guys love to bash is actually a more prudent power plant, especially when off roading miles from civilization. Glad its not a mall crawler to you like most we see on the road.
Says the jealous man…ha ha ha
Gen 2 looks awesome! 3.5 is a much lower cost option for a daily..big difference!
LOVE the truck,HATE the price.....😆
Man no joke dude!
heck yeah
Lets go!
Cat back exhaust? 2 x Dual chamber Flowmaster?
All stock! No mods yet!
Would love to have these drag strips in Australia. We have lot's of open beach and dunes you can drive on but, this being a nanny state (country) it would never happen.
That would be awesome!
You in Michigan
Mpg?
about 3.6 mpg!
@@CTECH-REVIEW you mean 13.6?
I would not trust that kid beside you in grey ford again on drag race.
Haha! Touché!
so, you are little bit quicker than others, what u gona do with that?
Paying 50% more for car and 50% more for fueal, so relaxing, just for nothing....rather stressing
i can beat with gen2 raptor almost any car in city, i dont need R to be the MAN
Cant Disagree with those comments, all these gen trucks are awesome and get you outdoors. Thanks for watching
What a class act remark, you responded like a gentleman. good video and humble as well. I test drove one, there awesome trucks I just need my f250 for the moment. One day though.
“Trump supporter words to a CNN reporter”
Listen nobody gave me sh*t! I earned everything that I got, I am successful and retired with boats, jet skis because i did right. And everybody has that chance whether they choose or not that’s up to them.
He can spend his money in anything he wants, stop crying. 🤷♂️
The eco boost is a better off road machine , the added weight from the V8 is a negative for off-road , the R is great for going to the mall and street drag racing 😂
Probably a lot of truth to this...but the question is which engine is more reliable in an off road situation?
Respectfully disagree
The r is 64 lbs heavier than eco boost w/ 37 package.
You are wrong.
R stands for rip off
Thanks for watching!
@@CTECH-REVIEW😂