Offroading w/Raptor Ranger in Sardinia (Italy)

[Stitsch1618]

Hi all - we are out off-roading a lot in Italy - just back from the island of Sardinia and south Alps. I think the Modes and Track assist feature do a great job ! I miss the Turn assist in the current SW version-- Do you have that on yours ?

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[rwolfcastle]

You have to share a bit more about that light bar you installed in the grill. How bright is it? Was it hard to install?

 

[Stitsch1618]

Hi rwolfcastle happy to do so!

The Product is from
Strands Lighting Division
COMPLETE KIT SIBERIA SR 32″ LED BAR
SKU: 809172-KIT
RRP: €360.50 (excl. tax)
COMPLETE KIT SIBERIA SR 32" LED BAR - Strands (strandseurope.com)

The Specs are listed under the Link.

I chose this one because of the E-certification to be legal here in Europe on the road.
a nice side touch is the driving light that gives a cool effect behind the Grill.
almost like the F150 Position lights in the front - just a little cooler to my humble opinion
You can select them to Orange or White (legal here)

The installation was not difficult in the complicated sense.
You have to cut the universal Brackets and drill new Holes in them.
Secondly you need a Rotary Tool like a Dremmel to sand some small
spaces on the back of the Grill - really minimal.
Connect it to the Upfitter Switches leads with the wire harness in the Kit -
Hook up to the switches is easy because the leads are nice provided in the front by Ford AND
documented in the user manual of the Ranger Raptor.

if your used to work on your car its not difficult.

hope that helps

 

[RapVillin]

Interested in that bed cover..is it electric?

 

[Stitsch1618]

Hi RapVillin

Yep ! a switch right next to the headlights and also in the bed itself on the Left side
next to the 12V and 240 Volts sockets.

 

[rwolfcastle]

Hi rwolfcastle happy to do so!

The Product is from
Strands Lighting Division
COMPLETE KIT SIBERIA SR 32″ LED BAR
SKU: 809172-KIT
RRP: €360.50 (excl. tax)
COMPLETE KIT SIBERIA SR 32" LED BAR - Strands (strandseurope.com)

The Specs are listed under the Link.

I chose this one because of the E-certification to be legal here in Europe on the road.
a nice side touch is the driving light that gives a cool effect behind the Grill.
almost like the F150 Position lights in the front - just a little cooler to my humble opinion
You can select them to Orange or White (legal here)

The installation was not difficult in the complicated sense.
You have to cut the universal Brackets and drill new Holes in them.
Secondly you need a Rotary Tool like a Dremmel to sand some small
spaces on the back of the Grill - really minimal.
Connect it to the Upfitter Switches leads with the wire harness in the Kit -
Hook up to the switches is easy because the leads are nice provided in the front by Ford AND
documented in the user manual of the Ranger Raptor.

if your used to work on your car its not difficult.

hope that helps

Thanks! Compared to what that light bar looks like on their site, it almost looks like you've placed it behind the grill so that the grill is splitting the light bar into those sections. If you have a chance, I'd like to see some close ups of the light bar to get an idea of how it's attached.

I like the built-in look of it a lot. Does it block much airflow to the engine?

 

[MJE]

Wow you got great pics! Thanks for sharing!

 

[Stitsch1618]

Thanks! Compared to what that light bar looks like on their site, it almost looks like you've placed it behind the grill so that the grill is splitting the light bar into those sections. If you have a chance, I'd like to see some close ups of the light bar to get an idea of how it's attached.

I like the built-in look of it a lot. Does it block much airflow to the engine?

Hi - Here a Link to a Different solution behind the Grill - so you get an idea of the work involved. Split lightbars install behind grill - I will post some detail pics of my solution later today, but the outer left and right mounting points are the same as with the Video.

Her some Closeups from my Install :

 

[Stitsch1618]

Here a tiny video of some Action

 

[Ford Motor Company]

Hi all - we are out off-roading a lot in Italy - just back from the island of Sardinia and south Alps. I think the Modes and Track assist feature do a great job ! I miss the Turn assist in the current SW version-- Do you have that on yours ?

Stunning photos, Peter! Thanks for sharing these gorgeous shots with us and for being part of the Ford family!

 

[tbalt14]

Looks like a lot of fun.

 

[kuya6g]

Wow, the scenery looks incredible! I am interested in doing an off-road to Italy next year. Sardinia is an amazing place to explore off-road, and your Raptor Ranger handled it like a champ, Peter! It’ll be my first time traveling to Italy, do you have any experience exploring off-road with a local guide, @Stitsch1618? I’m considering to go with https://gowithguide.com/Italy but haven’t decided on the exact destination yet aside from Sardinia.

 

[Stitsch1618]

Hi kuya6g thanks for reaching out !
Indeed i just know the right local people (with all the needed local connections) on Sardegna for an amazing offroad tour. I can gladly get you in contact with Giacomo, he's also the head of the 4x4 association. If you like to get in touch with them drop me a Private message. Take care and have great day. p

 

[kuya6g]

Thanks so much for the offer, @Stitsch1618 ! Off-roading with local experts sounds like the perfect way to truly experience and appreciate the beauty of a place. Getting insights from those deeply familiar with the terrain and culture would undoubtedly make the trip even more memorable and worthwhile. I'll do some more research and finalize my plans before contacting you.

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