2017-2020 Ford F-150 Raptor - Build Guide

Bolt patterns, fitment, what looks good, what to watch out for. The complete guide for the 2017-2020 Ford F-150 Raptor.

Bolt Pattern: 6x135mm

Stock Offset: -12

Stock Tire: LT315/70R17 (33")

Most Popular Build: Stock height + 35s + Method 305s

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KNOWN FOR:

The 2nd-gen Raptor. 3.5L EcoBoost twin-turbo, 450hp, Fox 3.0 shocks. The truck that legitimized the desert running segment.

Strengths

  • 450hp EcoBoost is genuinely fast
  • Fox 3.0 internal bypass shocks are excellent
  • Wider track and aggressive fender flares from factory
  • Genuinely capable off-road
  • Aftermarket support strong

Watch Out For

  • CV joints fail under heavy desert use
  • Cam phaser issues on early production
  • Intercooler condensation causes misfires
  • Limited wheel selection for wider track

Build Categories

Pick the direction you want to take this truck. Each section has wheel styles, colors, and specs that work for that build.

Daily+

Better than stock, daily-able, OEM+ aesthetic

For owners who want their truck to look noticeably upgraded without sacrificing ride quality, gas mileage, or daily usability. Stock-height suspension with cleaner aftermarket wheels and slightly more aggressive tires. The most common build in Texas because most owners drive their truck every day.

  • Wheel sizing: 18-20" diameter, +18 to +44 offset
  • Tire pairing: 33" effective (e.g. 285/65R18 or 285/55R20)
  • Suspension: Stock height OR mild leveling spacer

Wheel styles that work

Clean 5 to 7-spoke designs that mimic OEM aesthetic but with sharper edges and modern finishes. Avoid super-aggressive concave or beadlock-style wheels - they look out of place on a stock-height truck.

Color recommendations by truck color

  • Black truck: Bronze, machined, black, or red accent wheels
  • White truck: Anything works - gloss black, gunmetal, bronze, machined, chrome
  • Red truck: Black, grey, or machined finishes
  • Grey or Silver truck: Anything - most flexible truck color for wheel pairing
  • Blue truck: Machined, black, or grey - neutral wheels let the blue stand out

Lifted

Off-road presence, daily-able, no beadlocks

The most common "built" truck you see at Texas truck meets. 2" to 6" of lift with bigger wheels and tires. Looks aggressive, handles light off-road, still works as a daily driver. This is the build that started Texas truck culture.

  • Wheel sizing: 20x10 or 20x12, -12 to -25 offset
  • Tire pairing: 33x12.50 or 35x12.50 A/T or M/T
  • Suspension: Leveling kit (basic) or 4-6" lift kit (serious presence)

Wheel styles that work

Aggressive concave or mesh designs that fill the larger wheel wells visually. Stay away from skinny spoke designs - they look weak on a lifted truck.

Color recommendations by truck color

  • Black truck: Bronze, machined, black, or red accent wheels
  • White truck: Anything works - gloss black, gunmetal, bronze, machined, chrome
  • Red truck: Black, grey, or machined finishes
  • Grey or Silver truck: Anything - most flexible truck color for wheel pairing
  • Blue truck: Machined, black, or grey - neutral wheels let the blue stand out

Off-Road Performance

Beadlock-ready, smaller diameter, serious capability

The build for guys who actually take their truck off-pavement. Smaller diameter wheels (17"-18"), 8.5"-9" wide, conservative offsets, beadlock or beadlock-style wheels, aggressive M/T or hybrid tires.

  • Wheel sizing: 17x8.5 or 18x9, -6 to -12 offset (beadlocks available)
  • Tire pairing: 35x12.50 M/T or hybrid (KO3, Wildpeak, Toyo R/T Trail)
  • Suspension: Quality shock set or factory off-road suspension

Wheel styles that work

Simple spoke patterns, thick construction, beadlock-capable. Avoid anything thin or pretty - it gets destroyed off-road.

Color recommendations by truck color

  • Black truck: Bronze, machined, black, or red accent wheels
  • White truck: Anything works - gloss black, gunmetal, bronze, machined, chrome
  • Red truck: Black, grey, or machined finishes
  • Grey or Silver truck: Anything - most flexible truck color for wheel pairing
  • Blue truck: Machined, black, or grey - neutral wheels let the blue stand out

Upgrade Warnings

Common upgrades that affect other parts. Plan for these before you spend.

If you upgrade: 35" tires

Risk: Stock 33s work well. 35s require slight liner trim and gear hunting under load.

What to do: 35s fit with no lift but need re-gear consideration if you tow.

If you upgrade: Heavy desert running

Risk: Stock UCAs and CVs fail under continuous high-speed use.

What to do: Upgrade UCAs and consider CV refresh kit before serious use.

If you upgrade: Cam phaser preventative maintenance

Risk: Cam phasers fail on early 3.5L EcoBoost engines.

What to do: Listen for rattle on cold start. Replace at first sign or preventatively before 100K.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tire sizes?

Stock 33s (315/70R17). 35s fit no lift but need slight liner trim and consideration for gearing.

Bolt pattern?

6x135mm but wider front track than regular F-150. Some F-150 wheels won't fit.

Worth buying?

Absolutely. 2017-2020 Raptors are appreciating. Clean ones sell for $50K+.

Best wheels?

Method 305 NV is the unofficial Raptor wheel. KMC Grenade, Fuel Rebel 6 also work.

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