Base Model Owners: Official Thread

[bkfit]

That’s awesome. Have you noticed dings on the bug deflector indicating it’s helping save your windshield? On the fence about getting one

Yes a couple, definitely worth it.

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[Bscholl8]

4dr Base 2.7l with 33s on the steelies and leveling kit added as well as PPF. Just over 4K miles. No regrets at all. I added side steps because I have a 5yr old and a 2yr old. Plus I had a lot of FordPass points so it was a steal, after I bought 2 Ford vehicles. Lol

Lots of comments on “keeping it simple”

 

[iwantabasebronco]

4dr Base 2.7l with 33s on the steelies and leveling kit added as well as PPF. Just over 4K miles. No regrets at all. I added side steps because I have a 5yr old and a 2yr old. Plus I had a lot of FordPass points so it was a steal, after I bought 2 Ford vehicles. Lol

Lots of comments on “keeping it simple”

Looks sharp. New rubbers and running boards will be my first add ons. What’s you do to the lettering on the grille? Looks good.

 

[Bscholl8]

Looks sharp. New rubbers and running boards will be my first add ons. What’s you do to the lettering on the grille? Looks good.

@iwantabasebronco I used Stickerfab. Small business great product.
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I might have added a few more that I haven’t taken pictures of. They are also adding more to their product list!

 

[kevin.gt]

Don't do that. Just order a replacement Big Bend steering wheel from Lakeland Ford. Yes it's a few hundo but you get the real deal. That's my plan.

Do you have any details on this? curious on price and availability

 

[Kevin W]

I have a 4 door base with sas and the 2.7 automatic. With the key pad, auxiliary switches, rubber floor mats and door bags from the factory. One thing I really wish I would have added from the factory is the upgraded front bumper.
On my own I added oem side steps and Bartact roll bar grab handles.
I have two pairs of FORD mudflaps that I am debating on adding or not.
I moved the keypad to the inside of the gas door and programmed my Base to auto start 10 minutes before my shift ends at the plant. It's a nice feature for a base model vehicle.
The Bronco rides / drives great and the seats are really nice as well.
I have zero complaints and got it from Granger on one of their special below invoice pricing.
Happy as can be. Kevin.

 

[710-oil-614]

Do you have any details on this? curious on price and availability

I plan to buy one for my (not yet) delivered Maverick XL AND replace steering wheel buttons with XLT cruise control (then enable via Forscan). That one is currently $344 at Lakeland.

The Big Bend model comes stock with a leather wrapped wheel but the wheel buttons should be the same as Base until you jump packages and add more CP360 (I believe, someone with a Big Bend could correct me - I've only test driven the Big Bend).

Using a 2021 Big Bend (non-vin) and a replacement leather wheel is currently $309 $304.44.

https://parts.lakelandford.com/p/Fo...ring-wheel-assembly/103417792/M2DZ3600BB.html

 

[texashoya]

4dr Base 2.7l with 33s on the steelies and leveling kit added as well as PPF. Just over 4K miles. No regrets at all. I added side steps because I have a 5yr old and a 2yr old. Plus I had a lot of FordPass points so it was a steal, after I bought 2 Ford vehicles. Lol

Lots of comments on “keeping it simple”

That looks awesome...like, really. If you don't mind a couple questions:

-- What kind of level kit did you put on there? 1 inch? more?

-- I assume the tires are 285/75-16...any concern about them busting the bead on the relatively narrow rims?

-- where'd you get them nice lookin' side steps?

Sorry for all the questions...but this is EXACTLY what I plan to do when I pick mine up this week!

 

[HoosierDaddy]

Things to get as needed.. Heated seat panels, ....if on steelies, 33" tires, maybe new 17" wheels to boot. Get some thin hobby foam for $1.50 a sheet to pad the pins on the roof panels, that will silence the clicking sound they all end up making. I might try a very light coat of white lithium grease, I read that works as well.

I did the wheels and tires already. Went with 35's becaue thats what was available first. I'm glad I did the C load range. Ride is still very good.
Next set of tire MIGHT be 33's instead. 35's was a big bite to chew on for a daily driver. I'm dreading correcting my speedo and computing the new MPG .... but it looks BADASS! LOL

NO LIFT 35's !!!

This one drives well on either set of tires.
The stereo is not as bad as I have been reading. My 2015 Outback stereo SUCKED!! It actually hurt to listen to at moderate volumes... so freaking harsh.
This is fine for now.

 

[kevin.gt]

I plan to buy one for my (not yet) delivered Maverick XL AND replace steering wheel buttons with XLT cruise control (then enable via Forscan). That one is currently $344 at Lakeland.

The Big Bend model comes stock with a leather wrapped wheel but the wheel buttons should be the same as Base until you jump packages and add more CP360 (I believe, someone with a Big Bend could correct me - I've only test driven the Big Bend).

Using a 2021 Big Bend (non-vin) and a replacement leather wheel is currently $309 $304.44.

https://parts.lakelandford.com/p/Fo...ring-wheel-assembly/103417792/M2DZ3600BB.html

This is great. You have made my day! I was thinking I’d have my car out of commission for 2 weeks while the wheel was being wrapped and spending $400-$500 on the job.

 

[DFNMAN]

I have a Basesquatch with the 2.7, AUX Switches, and the Roof Rack. Soooo glad I didnt spring for a higher trim. I will be changing the bumpers and adding side steps though.

 

[710-oil-614]

This is great. You have made my day! I was thinking I’d have my car out of commission for 2 weeks while the wheel was being wrapped and spending $400-$500 on the job.

Yep. There are some generic videos on replacing your steering wheel (not Bronco specific) but you can get Ford specific. I'm sure someone on here with better video skills (oh yeah, and a Bronco) could demonstrate but it is really pretty straight forward - even the airbag - although that can make some nervous.

 

[kevin.gt]

Yep. There are some generic videos on replacing your steering wheel (not Bronco specific) but you can get Ford specific. I'm sure someone on here with better video skills (oh yeah, and a Bronco) could demonstrate but it is really pretty straight forward - even the airbag - although that can make some nervous.

I figure after I watch a couple YouTube’s I’ll be an expert I was going to have to dismantle it anyways to send it to get wrapped. I have a dm out to flip from ruxer ford to check their pricing/availability too

 

[hellahella]

Don't do that. Just order a replacement Big Bend steering wheel from Lakeland Ford. Yes it's a few hundo but you get the real deal. That's my plan.

i didn't think about that! Is that possible? And thanks for the idea

 

[kevin.gt]

i didn't think about that! Is that possible? And thanks for the idea

My guess the hardest part will be availability. I’m not yet convinced ford will ship replacement wheels to dealers in any reasonable timeframe but hopefully I’m wrong

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