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[Gubni]

I live in Puerto Rico and I just bought a 25 Badlands Sasquatch in velocity blue. Below is a list of what I have ordered so far. I still need to order a tuner, GMRS radio, and complete exhaust with 3" downpipe.

What would you add to this list?

Hidden winch mount Hammer built https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18UnZuDahZ
10k Milemarker competition winch
Mishimoto high Intercooler
Mishimoto high charge pipes
S&B Cold Air intake
IAG Air oil separater
Metal oil drain plug
Auto stop eliminator
Cargo mats
Color match door edge protectors
Color match glove box letters ebay
Radar detector
Spare tire cover R2DZ9945026G $112.5 ebay
Stubby antenna
Tailgate table
front light bar
bull bar
blue USB C cables
Recovery strap
Soft shakles
Snatch block
ratchet straps
50' winch extension rope
tree saver strap

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[Sitruc_btb]

Couple things I'd add .An air compressor. Onboard or portable 12v. First aid kid, tire plug kit and some spare valve stems.

Nice rig, have fun!

 

[Gubni]

Couple things I'd add .An air compressor. Onboard or portable 12v. First aid kid, tire plug kit and some spare valve stems.

Nice rig, have fun!

I have a portable jump start and air compressor. I really like the tailgate compressors. The tire repair kit is a great idea. I have even seen Spare valve stems made to be replaced without taking the tire off the wheel.

 

[ThunderFlash]

It's not a machismo thing, but the interior lights in the Bronco are awful. If you do much with your truck at night, I'd recommend looking for the Mabett, IAG, or similar interior lighting up grades. I saw recently someone offers upper grab handles with a built in lights, too. I did both the Mabett rear cross bar light and the four additional side lights. Super easy install. I bought off Amazon. I'm not sure the ones I bought fit a '25 though (I have a '22 and a '24), so make sure that is covered.

Make sure your jump starter/compressor is up to the task. Airing back up and putting 15-25 psi into four 33" or 35" tires can take a long time and may overheat the typical light duty emergency units from the auto parts stores.

 

[RadDad]

Arb Dual compressor- airing up 35s is a chore with a small or cheap compressor.

And you need a way to quickly air down. I like my ARB deflator, works well for my use.

Buy once, cry once. My compressor has moved between 3 cars over the years, these things are awesome and reliable in my experience.

 

[KreeHBronco]

Maybe a metal cargo area shelf ... it adds more storage and keeps items under it hidden from sight. Seat covers to keep the interior looking nice. Advanced wheel locks to keep your tires/wheels safe. It it was a manual trans, I would say a custom shift knob (low cost, but something you use every time you drive).

 

[23OBX2.7]

Sat connectivity.

While deep in the remote mountains a few weeks ago It was cool to get a message on my device informing me of sat connection for sms only, and worked well.

 

[DeathValleyBob]

It's not a machismo thing, but the interior lights in the Bronco are awful. If you do much with your truck at night, I'd recommend looking for the Mabett, IAG, or similar interior lighting up grades. I saw recently someone offers upper grab handles with a built in lights, too. I did both the Mabett rear cross bar light and the four additional side lights. Super easy install. I bought off Amazon. I'm not sure the ones I bought fit a '25 though (I have a '22 and a '24), so make sure that is covered.

Make sure your jump starter/compressor is up to the task. Airing back up and putting 15-25 psi into four 33" or 35" tires can take a long time and may overheat the typical light duty emergency units from the auto parts stores.

Ditto on the air compressor. If it has a 20A (or smaller) fuse you will not be happy when airing up 35” SAS tires from 20psi.

The MY25 Bronco has [slightly] improved interior lighting with dual lights for rear seat and cargo areas. Depending on where/ how the upgrade lights are interfaced with your ride, earlier MY versions may not be compatible.

 

[Gubni]

What about a bigger throttle body and blow off valve?

 

[GA2Dr]

I'd definitely recommend the BOV. At first I thought it was unnecessary but after installing found that the stock BOV was bleeding pressure with the extras I had. I also have the GPE ported throttle body since I was running out of other bolt on mods to do. It does help with throttle response but not a huge gain in terms of power. Not that I wouldn't recommend but I'd save that until you've done pretty much all the other bolt ons.

 

[KreeHBronco]

Sat connectivity.

While deep in the remote mountains a few weeks ago It was cool to get a message on my device informing me of sat connection for sms only, and worked well.

One good thing about many modern, high end cell phones is that they can connect to satellite (Starlink?). My Samsung S24 Ultra and S25, S26 have this ability. It might depend on your carrier, I have TMO and its a $10 month add-on. I also think Apple has a similar feature. Some apps support this feature. I think OnX might.

 

[23OBX2.7]

One good thing about many modern, high end cell phones is that they can connect to satellite (Starlink?). My Samsung S24 Ultra and S25, S26 have this ability. It might depend on your carrier, I have TMO and its a $10 month add-on. I also think Apple has a similar feature. Some apps support this feature. I think OnX might.

I have connectivity to:
GPS: L1 + L5 dual-band
AGPS
GLONASS
Beidou: B1I + B1C + B2a + B2b
GALILEO: E1 + E5a + E5b
QZSS: L1 + L5
NavIC

Not sure which one had the free SMS on. At least it's global.

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