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Old 08-20-2013, 03:55 PM
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Thinking about ordering a new Raptor but really don't want to take the huge hit when I trade mine in.
Have a 2013 4x4 Platinum loaded with eco and 3.73 gears.
Starting going through the forum pages and wondering if this would work and give me the Raptor ride without any rubbing. Also it would be much cheaper than buying the raptor

Icon Stage 1 Front suspension kit. Set it at 2.5"
Get a 3" block replacement for the rear.
Icon 2.0 Rear shocks
Icon Upper Control Arms
keep stock Platinum wheels
285/65-20 BFG AT KO

Looks like I could get all this for around $4000. Am I missing anything?

What do you think?

Thanks in advance
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If you can do that all for under 4grand I'd say keep your truck... Maybe some 35s for rubber tho ... But I'm bias to the Platinum
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Originally Posted by 09Platinum4300
If you can do that all for under 4grand I'd say keep your truck... Maybe some 35s for rubber tho ... But I'm bias to the Platinum
4k is for parts... then there is the installation?
the 285/65-20 are pretty close to 35" and 11.5" wide. Kinda wanted the 35/12.5-20 MT ATZ but afraid that width will rub with the stock wheel?
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Originally Posted by 2011FX2

4k is for parts... then there is the installation?
the 285/65-20 are pretty close to 35" and 11.5" wide. Kinda wanted the 35/12.5-20 MT ATZ but afraid that width will rub with the stock wheel?
Mines a platinum with stock 20s and only a 2" level. 35/12.5/20s and no rub. The offset of aftermarket rims are where most Issues come in. You should be good !
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Keep yours.
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I just saw another thread about this kit.
http://camburg.com/store/09-11-f-150...ormance-kit-2/

Anyone have any experience of this one vs. Icon?
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I'd always pick something custom over another Raptor rolling off the line. Nothing wrong with Raptors, but if you're going to put up the money, drive something and make it yours.
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If you go raptor you end up with 900 lb payload capacity. 4 big guys and you'll be over that easy.
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Originally Posted by D-H
I'd always pick something custom over another Raptor rolling off the line. Nothing wrong with Raptors, but if you're going to put up the money, drive something and make it yours.

I agree.
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Mod your ride before you trade in...a lot cheaper too!!


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