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19-09-2018, 06:45 PM | #1531 | |||
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For wheel off set passenger car wheel cannot change by more than 12.5mm and no mention of wheel off set for off road vehicles so gather that's the same 12.5mm as passenger cars. |
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19-09-2018, 06:50 PM | #1532 | ||
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Yes, so as I mentioned, +30 offset is the biggest change you can make. That's 25mm per side, so a track increase of 50mm.
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23-09-2018, 07:57 AM | #1533 | ||
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Seen a Raptor in the wild for the first time. They look absolutely amazing and so much bigger than regular Ranger.
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23-09-2018, 08:00 AM | #1534 | ||
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Had a look at one down at the local Ford dealer. Look bloody fantastic, would own in a heart beat...just too poor too afford one haha
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23-09-2018, 08:04 AM | #1535 | ||
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Well you can justify the price in two ways. It will have crazy good resale, or it’s so good and built so strong just keep it forever.
I’m also in the too poor camp lol |
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23-09-2018, 08:21 AM | #1536 | ||
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Saw a tv ad last night for the Raptor, not bad.
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23-09-2018, 08:30 AM | #1537 | ||
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I have a sneaking feeling that most RRs will be leased for three to four years
because those buyers will be looking for guaranteed buy back and.... so that they have a front row seat to the next gen RR...;) |
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23-09-2018, 05:47 PM | #1538 | |||
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24-09-2018, 01:56 PM | #1539 | |||
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We delivered our first one today in Lightning Blue, guy was stoked! |
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24-09-2018, 03:34 PM | #1540 | ||
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Saw a few in northam week before last.
All going to farms. Are country dealers getting first allocations? Yep they're big, wildtrack next to one looked like a different car at 1st glance. Edit: don't buy grey.
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24-09-2018, 04:05 PM | #1541 | |||
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I’m hearing this thing is apparently only an inch narrower than an F series Raptor. |
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24-09-2018, 04:34 PM | #1542 | ||
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Yeah that’s where I have seen them, out in cattle country. Out here Ford dealers are 95% Ranger.
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24-09-2018, 05:18 PM | #1543 | ||
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Much taller too.
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25-09-2018, 08:08 AM | #1544 | ||
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25-09-2018, 09:16 AM | #1545 | ||
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Ford US website quotes 79.9" (approx 2029mm) without mirrors
https://www.ford.com/trucks/f150/models/f150-raptor/ Ford Aust quote RR 2028mm without mirrors. https://www.ford.com.au/future-vehic...e-cab-pick-up/ So I guess we'll need a measuring tape by real owners. Interior is a different story, shoulder width: F-150 Raptor 1694mm RR is 1355mm Last edited by Dr Smith; 25-09-2018 at 09:22 AM. |
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25-09-2018, 09:23 AM | #1546 | |||
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It looks awesome ! |
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25-09-2018, 09:23 AM | #1547 | ||
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25-09-2018, 10:57 AM | #1549 | ||
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Don't worry I didn't think that was right until I looked it up and then found a converter site..
A few weeks ago I was stopped behind a Ranger Wildtrak with some body trim accessories and lift kit beside a stock looking F-150 Platinum at traffic lights and the first thing I noticed was the Ranger didn't look as small as I would have expected with the flared guards etc. Nothing could compensate for the sound of the F-150's sweet 5.0L V8 however. |
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25-09-2018, 12:04 PM | #1550 | ||
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Seen a white one today at the local dealer, actually looked smaller than what i thought it would, wasn't that impressed really but might have been the colour
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25-09-2018, 01:03 PM | #1551 | ||
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Blue one been sitting in the driveway of Rebel Ford at Elizabeth for almost a week now.
Spoke to my neighbour who is a Ford salesman at a rural dealership and he hasnt had any orders yet. |
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25-09-2018, 01:43 PM | #1552 | ||
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Width/track of RR is very close to that of the standard F150 which is big enough for Oz. The F150R track is another 6.5 inches wider than the RR/F150 which would see you straddling and taking some strange angles -if you even could- up the Cape (one example). I think they’ve got the RR width and track spot on for Oz. I was comparing the two as soon as the RR specs hit the net.
Just a brilliant truck that will only get better for the off-roaders. With the ground clearance,width/track,33’s,suspension,drivetrain and frugal engines for huge trips it’s the complete package for me. I still can’t believe Ford built the thing around stock 33s, absolute Kudos. There is no off-road platform from the competition even close to what Ford has done here imo. Am hoping my local Ford dealer will have one in their yard when I get home. |
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25-09-2018, 03:09 PM | #1553 | ||
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25-09-2018, 07:07 PM | #1555 | ||
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25-09-2018, 11:20 PM | #1556 | ||
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26-09-2018, 08:59 AM | #1557 | ||
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i think the new RR is same size as the USA F150.
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26-09-2018, 09:10 AM | #1558 | ||
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Then VW release this !
The Volkswagen Amarok Ultimate 580, on sale from October, is the new hero in the German marque’s 4x4 dual-cab ute model range. As the name hints, the Ultimate produces 190kW of power (200kW on overboost) and a mighty 580Nm of torque from its turbo diesel V6, with an eight-speed automatic transmission channelling all of that to all four wheels. These figures eclipse the previous diesel V6 Amarok (165kw/550Nm) and ensure the Volkswagen Amarok continues to reign as the most powerful 4x4 dual-cab ute on the market. Impressively, considering the boost in power and torque, VW is also claiming a slight reduction in fuel consumption (albeit by 0.1L/100km) down to 8.9L/100km. Meanwhile, the 0-100km/h stat comes in at a very sprightly 7.3 seconds. With an asking price of $71,990 the Amarok Ultimate 580 is in direct competition with other brands’ top-tier dual-cab utes, including the Ford Ranger Raptor ($74,990), Toyota Hilux Rugged X (auto: $63,690), the just-released Holden Colorado Xtreme ($69,990 drive away) and the soon-to-be-released Mercedes-Benz X-Class X350d (expected to be between $75k and $80k). In that group, only the Amarok and the Mercedes offer an engine with more than four cylinders. Besides its powerful V6, the Ultimate 580 (as with all Volkswagen Amarok models) differs from competitors in its class by offering constant four-wheel drive for optimum traction, rather than a part-time 4x4 system that can only be shifted to full-time 4WD on broken (read: dirt) surfaces. The X350d will also adopt a permanent 4WD drivetrain, but doesn’t arrive locally until December. And that makes the Amarok the only dual-cab ute with a V6 diesel for now, giving the flagship Amarok a distinct advantage in a market where many still adhere to the old adage of “capacity is king”. On top of its size advantage is the Amarok’s unique (in this market) ‘overboost’ mode that offers around a 10-second lift in power output when the accelerator pedal goes past 70 per cent of its extension – just in case you do need a wee bit more grunt for overtaking, serious offroading or towing a particularly heavy load. A more sensible standard feature is the Amarok’s four-wheel disc brakes, sharing this with only two competitors (Ranger Raptor and Mercedes-Benz X-Class). The Amarok Ultimate 580 also includes some unique styling features, such as 20-inch alloy wheels, 14-way electrically-adjustable seats upholstered in black Nappa leather, black roof lining and a different front grille treatment to other Amarok models. On top of that, there’s also power folding wing mirrors, illuminated stainless steel side steps and a stainless steel sports bar. Standard safety kit is as per the rest of the Amarok range, and includes all the expected electronic driving and braking aids, as well as driver and passenger front and side airbags. Unfortunately, there are no rear passenger side airbags – a continual down-mark for the Amarok, and one negative way in which it differs from other vehicles in its class. It does, however, still carry a five-star ANCAP safety rating. The Amarok Ultimate 580 is also accompanied by the Amarok Core V6, a budget-oriented six-cylinder option that develops a still-handy 165kW (180kW on overboost) and 550Nm of peak torque. It too takes power to all four wheels through an eight-speed automatic, but is a more utilitarian offering than the Ultimate thanks to hose-down rubber flooring rather than carpet, and hard-wearing cloth upholstery in lieu of leather. Pricing has yet to be confirmed, however Volkswagen Australia says the Core V6 will sit beneath the carry-over Sportline and Highline grades in the Amarok’s six-cylinder range. PRICING Volkswagen Amarok V6 Core - TBA Volkswagen Amarok V6 Sportline - $55,990 Volkswagen Amarok V6 Highline - $59,990 Volkswagen Amarok Ultimate 580 - $71,990 Metallic - $610
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26-09-2018, 09:17 AM | #1559 | |||
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26-09-2018, 11:39 AM | #1560 | ||
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Called into Rebel Ford for a closer look today and its a nice piece of machinery no doubt, certainly has a presence about it.
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