OEM Raptor Wheels and Tires

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The spacers change the angle of suspension and will pull the wheels forward. Happened on mine too, nothing you can do about it except go back to stock
I don't doubt that the spacers exacerbate the issue to some degree, but the rear wheels aren't centered in the wheel wells from the factory.

Definitely more difficult to notice on the dark colors.

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I'm dying to know how it drives.? no rush when you get a chance let us know the pros and cons and if you would recommend it to others in a 4th gen...I have the ccd suspension so I will be reporting on that when I get to it....
 

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I'm dying to know how it drives.? no rush when you get a chance let us know the pros and cons and if you would recommend it to others in a 4th gen...I have the ccd suspension so I will be reporting on that when I get to it....
Is tht the type tht needs the special bracket to move the sensor?
 
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I'm dying to know how it drives.? no rush when you get a chance let us know the pros and cons and if you would recommend it to others in a 4th gen...I have the ccd suspension so I will be reporting on that when I get to it....
I haven't put too many miles on it since returning from traveling last week. Mostly just around town, dropping kids off at school, going to work, etc.

As expected after installing the wheels and tires, the tires have a bit more road noise. Nothing too drastic, just slightly more noticeable than the factory Michelins. For the size and type of the tire, they're actually much quieter than I expected. Bumps in the road are a little more pronounced, but, again, nothing drastic. Cornering is actually a bit better with the BFG's. While there's a lot more sidewall, they don't seem to flex as much as the stock tires which leads to more predictable cornering. While the width of the tires probably helps cornering, as well, they do have a tendency to follow grooves in the roadway and require more corrective steering on the highway.

After installing the lift the ride firmed up just a bit more. The ride quality is still very good. Potholes and road abnormalities are just slightly more pronounced.

All in all, I'm very pleased with both the wheels, tires and lift. I feel minimal ride quality was sacrificed and the Expedition gained a lot of ground clearance, off road capability and a much more aggressive look. The tires do rub more than I'd like, even more so after the lift, but it's a tradeoff I'm willing to deal with for the time being. I love the look of the Raptor wheels and there's nothing functional or structural behind the fender liners that's in jeopardy of being damaged by a little tire rub. If you're averse to tire rub, definitely go for a smaller tire.
 

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Is tht the type tht needs the special bracket to move the sensor?
yes..Its to keep the sensor arm at the same position when lifted...so basically a longer one than stock..an adjustable one.. I made 4 for my grand Cherokee air ride and kept them when I returned the lease...much to my shagrin they are the exact same ... so I'm ready to go...other than the tires and wheels at is...haa...
 
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3/2 lift with 35x12.5x20’s. Method race wheels +18 offset. No rub. She loves the trails.

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