Robert Rohloff
EF3
6.2 L engine making over 400 hp. Bring on the dirt roads..........
http://www.fordvehicles.com/f150raptor/?searchid=426441|28121033|205363816
http://www.fordvehicles.com/f150raptor/?searchid=426441|28121033|205363816
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After witnessing the continued decrease of involvement in the SpotterNetwork staff in serving SN members with troubleshooting issues recently, I have unilaterally decided to terminate the relationship between SpotterNetwork's support and Stormtrack. I have witnessed multiple users unable to receive support weeks after initiating help threads on the forum. I find this lack of response from SpotterNetwork officials disappointing and a failure to hold up their end of the agreement that was made years ago, before I took over management of this site. In my opinion, having Stormtrack users sit and wait for so long to receive help on SpotterNetwork issues on the Stormtrack forums reflects poorly not only on SpotterNetwork, but on Stormtrack and (by association) me as well. Since the issue has not been satisfactorily addressed, I no longer wish for the Stormtrack forum to be associated with SpotterNetwork.
I apologize to those who continue to have issues with the service and continue to see their issues left unaddressed. Please understand that the connection between ST and SN was put in place long before I had any say over it. But now that I am the "captain of this ship," it is within my right (nay, duty) to make adjustments as I see necessary. Ending this relationship is such an adjustment.
For those who continue to need help, I recommend navigating a web browswer to SpotterNetwork's About page, and seeking the individuals listed on that page for all further inquiries about SpotterNetwork.
From this moment forward, the SpotterNetwork sub-forum has been hidden/deleted and there will be no assurance that any SpotterNetwork issues brought up in any of Stormtrack's other sub-forums will be addressed. Do not rely on Stormtrack for help with SpotterNetwork issues.
Sincerely, Jeff D.
Chase Truck: Ford Raptor
- Thread starter Robert Rohloff
- Start date
Adam Lucio
EF5
That is such a nice vehicle, when I first saw it a few months ago I regretted buying an Expedition back in Nov 08 - but I still love it anyways
Adam Adkins
EF3
Think of how much $$$ you would be spending on gas! The Toyota 4runner gets over 20 mpg and is more than equipped for any kind of dirt!
Jason Foster
My blog from back in Nov. 2008 about this truck:
http://www.weatherwarrior.net/blog/?p=356
I have been watching the development of this truck for some time. My personal opinion is it is the perfect factory built chase truck due to the fact many of the off-road gear is built for faster speed usage rather than the useless (for chasing) rock crawling type off-road that just about every other off-roader is designed for.
I'd go for the smaller 5.3L engine though...because that engine is better than the Toyota's (although I don't think it has as much power either). But it is MORE than adequate for chase duty. Of course, if you are gonna thrown down $45,000 or more on a truck...gas cost is the last worry you have. In fact I like it for chasing, kayaking, geocaching, biking, and all those other outdoor activities and photography outings that were not done due to limited access. In fact, this is the platform I would start with for my (all theory right now) Antarctica crossing.
The only downside...is if you want a full SUV type truck...SVT has no plans for an Expedition version.
http://www.weatherwarrior.net/blog/?p=356
The upcoming Ford Raptor due out in 2009 as a 2010 is about as close as you can come to a factory built truck designed specifically for extreme storm chasing.
Edit:
found this link of the preproduction model...no disguises.
http://www.autoblog.com/photos/sema-2008-ford-f-150-svt-raptor-live-reveal
I have been watching the development of this truck for some time. My personal opinion is it is the perfect factory built chase truck due to the fact many of the off-road gear is built for faster speed usage rather than the useless (for chasing) rock crawling type off-road that just about every other off-roader is designed for.
I'd go for the smaller 5.3L engine though...because that engine is better than the Toyota's (although I don't think it has as much power either). But it is MORE than adequate for chase duty. Of course, if you are gonna thrown down $45,000 or more on a truck...gas cost is the last worry you have. In fact I like it for chasing, kayaking, geocaching, biking, and all those other outdoor activities and photography outings that were not done due to limited access. In fact, this is the platform I would start with for my (all theory right now) Antarctica crossing.
The only downside...is if you want a full SUV type truck...SVT has no plans for an Expedition version.
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