TheWeaver
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I have recently acquired a 2019 Ranger Raptor. Its a wonderful vehicle. Since I am rather new to proper 4WD in general (or rather RWD), and the Raptor in particular I would love some insights into how to use it to its fullest, especially on smooth and semi-smooth curving dirt roads and snow-covered roads, both at relatively high speeds, ideally with some controlled drifting. I have read and re-read the user manual regarding driving modes, when to use 4HI 4LO etc. and the general gist I perceive is that one would go in RWD 95% of the time, and only use 4HI when very slippery, and then not really to improve traction in turns, but rather forward traction. That makes me wonder about the Grass/Gravel/Snow mode. Does anyone use it? For what speeds? Also the Baja mode seems interesting as the handling seems to improve somewhat and the automatic transmission gets more sporty. But I wonder why the manual recommends 4HI for Baja mode, as I thought high speed turns in 4HI are not really a good idea. It also seems there are multiple configurations for the Anti-spin (TCS) system, only available through the driving modes, such as "winter" for the Grass/Gravel/Snow mode, or Baja for the Baja mode. Does anyone find these TCS settings to significantly affect the handling of the car?
In general all sorts of insights and tips are very welcome! Thanks!
Here is a shot of the typical roads I go on. I have the BF goodrich all terrain. When snow arrives I will switch to Hakkapelita spiked tyres.
In general all sorts of insights and tips are very welcome! Thanks!
Here is a shot of the typical roads I go on. I have the BF goodrich all terrain. When snow arrives I will switch to Hakkapelita spiked tyres.
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