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class=\"dsw-hero-tag\"\u003eSteering Wheel Core · Ford Ranger Raptor · 2022+\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-hook-h\"\u003eThe Raptor interior upgrade \u003cspan\u003eyou notice on every drive.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"dsw-hook-p\"\u003eThe factory wheel is round, plain, and covered in whatever rubber Ford fits from the factory. This replaces the frame with a \u003cstrong\u003eflat-bottom, carbon-style core with a hard-wearing synthetic leather grip\u003c\/strong\u003e — while keeping every bit of your factory safety, every button, and every control exactly where it was.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-pre\" id=\"dsw-pre-box\"\u003e\n    \u003csvg width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#166534\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" style=\"flex-shrink:0;margin-top:1px\" id=\"dsw-pre-icon\"\u003e\u003crect x=\"3\" y=\"4\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" rx=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003cline x1=\"16\" y1=\"2\" x2=\"16\" y2=\"6\"\u003e\u003c\/line\u003e\u003cline x1=\"8\" y1=\"2\" x2=\"8\" y2=\"6\"\u003e\u003c\/line\u003e\u003cline x1=\"3\" y1=\"10\" x2=\"21\" y2=\"10\"\u003e\u003c\/line\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-pre-b\" id=\"dsw-pre-text\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-order — ships November 2026 to January 2027.\u003c\/strong\u003e Orders are built and dispatched in the sequence they are placed. 12-month warranty and 30-day returns apply from dispatch.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-sect\"\u003eConfirmed fitment\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-fit\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-fit-head\"\u003e✔ Direct fit — Ford Ranger Raptor, 2022 onwards, no extra parts needed\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-fit-body\"\u003eMatches your Raptor's factory spline and mounting points. Bolts straight on — no adapters, no fabrication. Check your build date if you're unsure, or message us and we'll confirm.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-sect\"\u003eWhat \"core\" means — and why it's the right way\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-core\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-core-half new\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-core-label\"\u003eWhat's new\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-core-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dsw-core-dot\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eFlat-bottom wheel frame\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-core-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dsw-core-dot\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eCarbon-style upper \u0026amp; lower sections\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-core-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dsw-core-dot\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSynthetic leather grip zones — tougher and more wear-resistant than hide\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-core-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dsw-core-dot\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eReinforced internal frame, OEM dimensions\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-core-half keep\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-core-label\"\u003eWhat transfers from your wheel\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-core-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dsw-core-dot\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eFactory airbag — same mounting points, same deployment geometry\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-core-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dsw-core-dot\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSteering wheel buttons and horn pad — same harness, same function\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-core-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dsw-core-dot\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eTrims, covers and factory wiring\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-note\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy a core, not a full wheel?\u003c\/strong\u003e Replacing the frame while reusing your factory airbag and controls means your safety systems remain completely unchanged. It's the correct approach — and it's why your airbag ends up exactly where the factory put it.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-sect\"\u003eAlso worth knowing\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-also\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-also-item\"\u003eMore leg clearance getting in and out — noticeable on the first drive\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-also-item\"\u003eSynthetic leather grip is cooler in summer, warmer in winter than factory rubber\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003chr class=\"dsw-rule\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-sect\"\u003eInstall — under 30 minutes\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-steps\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-step\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dsw-step-n\"\u003e1\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dsw-step-t\"\u003eDisconnect the battery\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"dsw-step-b\"\u003eStandard safety step before any airbag work. Remove your factory steering wheel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-step\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dsw-step-n\"\u003e2\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dsw-step-t\"\u003eTransfer your components\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"dsw-step-b\"\u003eAirbag, horn pad and buttons move from your old wheel to the new core, straight onto identical mounting points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-step\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dsw-step-n\"\u003e3\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dsw-step-t\"\u003eBolt onto factory mounting points\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"dsw-step-b\"\u003eNo modifications required — no adapters, no fabrication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-step\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dsw-step-n\"\u003e4\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dsw-step-t\"\u003eReconnect battery and test\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"dsw-step-b\"\u003eCheck all controls — cruise, audio, Bluetooth. Done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"dsw-install-note\"\u003eBasic hand tools, done from home. Full guide included — message us if you get stuck at any step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003chr class=\"dsw-rule\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-sect\"\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-faq-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dsw-faq-q\"\u003eWhen will my order ship?\u003cdiv class=\"dsw-faq-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dsw-faq-a\" id=\"dsw-faq-ship-text\"\u003eThis batch is dispatching November 2026 through January 2027, in the order orders are placed. We'll email your tracking number as soon as yours is on its way.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dsw-faq-q\"\u003eWill my airbag still work?\u003cdiv class=\"dsw-faq-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dsw-faq-a\"\u003eYes — your factory airbag transfers directly into the new core using the original connectors. All factory safety systems continue to work normally.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dsw-faq-q\"\u003eWill my steering wheel controls still work?\u003cdiv class=\"dsw-faq-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dsw-faq-a\"\u003eYes — your factory buttons and horn pad transfer directly into the new core. Cruise control, audio and Bluetooth controls all continue to work exactly as before.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dsw-faq-q\"\u003eIs this road legal in Australia?\u003cdiv class=\"dsw-faq-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dsw-faq-a\"\u003eThis is a direct replacement that retains your factory airbag in its original mounting position. We recommend checking with your state's vehicle standards authority or insurer if you have specific concerns about your registration or policy.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dsw-faq-q\"\u003eWhat's the returns policy?\u003cdiv class=\"dsw-faq-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dsw-faq-a\"\u003e30-day change-of-mind returns on unused, unopened items — store credit issued. Faulty item? Covered under the 12-month warranty. \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\" style=\"color:#111;font-weight:600;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eFull policy here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-sect\"\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-box-item\"\u003eFlat-bottom wheel core\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-box-item\"\u003eCarbon-style upper \u0026amp; lower trim\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-box-item\"\u003eSynthetic leather grip sections (pre-fitted)\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-box-item\"\u003eFull installation guide\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"dsw-box-note\"\u003eFactory airbag, horn pad and buttons are reused from your existing wheel — not included in the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-protect\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-protect-t\"\u003eYour purchase is protected\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-protect-list\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-protect-item\"\u003e12-month warranty from dispatch\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-protect-item\"\u003e30-day change-of-mind returns\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-protect-item\"\u003e5,500+ rigs upgraded, Aussie-owned\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dsw-protect-item\"\u003eNSW-based team — message us anytime\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"dsw-close\"\u003eFactory-plain today. 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