Building BuiltRight: Installing Rugged Radios M1 in the Ford Raptor Center Console

In this episode, Matt walks through the installation of a Rugged Radios M1 in a Ford Raptor, starting with the off-the-shelf universal kit and ending with a fully custom, truck-specific solution. What begins as a straightforward install quickly turns into a familiar BuiltRight exercise - identifying fitment compromises, evaluating real-world usability, and deciding that “good enough” isn’t good enough.

The video documents the full R&D arc, from wiring and antenna routing to designing, cutting, and installing a custom center console mounting bracket using factory CAD. The result is a rock-solid, OEM-feeling install built specifically for the F-150/Raptor platform, and a clear look at how BuiltRight approaches problem-solving when universal solutions fall short.