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BroncoChallenger replied to the thread Black Box, what is it?.I have always used a higher-test weight fishing line to cut through it. A bit of heat from a heat gun does make it go a little easier...
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I use thin braided fishing line to cut double sided tape.
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BroncoChallenger replied to the thread Idling down - Feeling Stupid.It is likely the cooling fan changing speed because the engine temp has dropped sufficiently that it doesn't need to be running maxxed...
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I Come from the old school diesel world. I always let the 12v in my F250 cool before I shut it down, just carry it over to all my...
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Actually, they don't have pumps operating after engine shutdown: "The EcoBoost engine uses passive thermal siphoning for water...
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BroncoChallenger reacted to CalvinT's post in the thread 2.7 Oil Catch Can / Air Oil Separator with
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So what's in the cup? Oil? Water? Bug Juice? If water (which I doubt) it would have eventually evaporated. If oil, is it enough to... -
BroncoChallenger reacted to Thor_1's post in the thread 2.7 Oil Catch Can / Air Oil Separator with Like.
2.7 has both port and direct injection so it’s not needed.
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BroncoChallenger replied to the thread Gas gauge.As noted this is a pretty common phenomena. If you've been driving in such a way that your mileage was low, then drive for a while in a...
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It continually adjusts based on your current driving characteristics. If you are cruising along with minimal load, it can actually...
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BroncoChallenger replied to the thread Test drove a 2026 Badlands - do all Broncos have this much tire noise?.As many others have said, if you aren't liking the road noise, you never will. They don't get quieter, not really. The roof panels make...
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BroncoChallenger reacted to Snowdogyyz's post in the thread Test drove a 2026 Badlands - do all Broncos have this much tire noise? with Like.
The bronco is not a quiet vehicle. Even my wife’s outer banks is not a quiet vehicle and it’s more “road friendly”. If this noise...
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BroncoChallenger reacted to RagnarKon's post in the thread Test drove a 2026 Badlands - do all Broncos have this much tire noise? with Like.
Each trim has different tires based on their intended use case. Badlands is the most off-road capable trim, so it has more off-road...
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BroncoChallenger replied to the thread 4A acting like 4H, binding while turning on dry pavement.If you'll note, I said in my opinion. My opinion is based on being a powertrain engineer with some years of experience, albeit not with...
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BroncoChallenger reacted to Brian_B's post in the thread Washing with well water - how are y'all avoiding hard water? with Like.
Not all well water is equal
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BroncoChallenger replied to the thread Washing with well water - how are y'all avoiding hard water?.When I was on well water (and agreed, I preferred the taste), I intentionally tied the outdoor faucets into the main water system AFTER...
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BroncoChallenger reacted to ducksface's post in the thread How to prevent ice buildup on fog lights ? with Like.
Ha! Welcome to northern Arizona.
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BroncoChallenger reacted to SamIAm66's post in the thread 4A acting like 4H, binding while turning on dry pavement with Like.
I agree with all of this, and do the same when using sport mode, switch to 2H. (There was slight sarcasm in my question). You would...
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BroncoChallenger replied to the thread 4A acting like 4H, binding while turning on dry pavement.Because they presume when you're in Sport mode you're going to be doing aggressive things where having added traction/drive with the...
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BroncoChallenger replied to the thread 4A acting like 4H, binding while turning on dry pavement.It in effect 'locks' the clutches in the t-case to make it act like a standard t-case when you select 4H/4L. In 4A they remain dynamic.
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BroncoChallenger replied to the thread 4A acting like 4H, binding while turning on dry pavement.Unless I needed it I wouldn't run around all the time in 4A or 4H, especially not on dry roads. There's no reason to.
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BroncoChallenger replied to the thread Vehicle Colors, or Lack Thereof.This is pretty much what it boils down to - many customers don't really care what color the vehicle is, as long as it meets their needs...
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I mean, I think a lot of people are "A to B" types of motorists. It's not surprising that a silver/gray crossover orb with good gas...
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BroncoChallenger replied to the thread Vehicle Colors, or Lack Thereof.These are typically 'dealer stock' trucks, ordered by dealers who just want trucks on their lots because someone will come by to buy it...
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BroncoChallenger replied to the thread MPG.This is about what our '24 BD SAS does. On rural highways (marked 55-65) it gets its best mileage, I've seen as high as 23 if I'm...
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Normal. It takes more horsepower to push through the air at those speeds. The sweet spot for my 2 door 2.7 BaseSquatch is 63 MPH, about...
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The flat front and squared rear create high wind resistance at fast speeds.
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BroncoChallenger reacted to Nibroc99's post in the thread Warranty? Ford dealer said won’t cover bc rusted with Like.
Regardless of warranty, the shop that fucked the threads up in the first place should be the one replacing the part that they damaged at...
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BroncoChallenger reacted to Beachin 74's post in the thread Warranty? Ford dealer said won’t cover bc rusted with Like.
I don't think the mechanic knew what Kroil is and there is a tool called a thread file.
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BroncoChallenger reacted to Nibroc99's post in the thread Warranty? Ford dealer said won’t cover bc rusted with Like.
Yeah, the mechanic definitely should have used a wire brush to clean the threads before cranking the nut off full throttle. Or back...
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BroncoChallenger replied to the thread New California Replacement Tire Standards [⛔️ ADMIN WARNING: NO POLITICS].Not a surprise, NYPost is a headline-grabber that leaves a LOT of details out just to stir up controversy. Frankly we need to get back...
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BroncoChallenger reacted to MilesTeg's post in the thread New California Replacement Tire Standards [⛔️ ADMIN WARNING: NO POLITICS] with Like.
Nypost doing it's usual hack job. The regs basically only apply to summer highway tires. Key details regarding the exemptions include...
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BroncoChallenger replied to the thread Warranty? Ford dealer said won’t cover bc rusted.Yep, that line right there - Ford, like any OEM or insurance company, will look for ANY way to get out of paying. They're in business to...
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BroncoChallenger reacted to HalfmuleFarmer's post in the thread Warranty? Ford dealer said won’t cover bc rusted with Like.
I liked the OP’s play-by-play, specifically this bit: “… And if they ask where I was having it done? And what maintenance was being...
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BroncoChallenger replied to the thread Warranty? Ford dealer said won’t cover bc rusted.Regardless, the dealer is still correct - that's not warrantable. The damage could have been avoided with proper disassembly techniques...
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BroncoChallenger reacted to 23OBX2.7's post in the thread Warranty? Ford dealer said won’t cover bc rusted with Like.
Yup....mechanics abusing impacts have done a lot of damage had an idiot strip new strut shaft threads thankfully owner simply ordered a...
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BroncoChallenger reacted to ducksface's post in the thread Warranty? Ford dealer said won’t cover bc rusted with Like.
Exactly the correct action. Who wouldn't? I bet it's done in any(maybe every) pepboys in any state at least once a day on some thread...
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BroncoChallenger reacted to VirginiaHeritage's post in the thread Warranty? Ford dealer said won’t cover bc rusted with Like.
I’m not much of a mechanic, but I know enough to clean heavily rusted threads with a brass brush and spray with WD-40 before trying to...
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BroncoChallenger reacted to Ducati1098's post in the thread Warranty? Ford dealer said won’t cover bc rusted with Like.
Your dealership is correct. 3.1.04 Non-Reimbursable Conditions The New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not cover the following: Damage...
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BroncoChallenger replied to the thread 12 Miles on odometer at delivery, thanks Ford of Harvey.It's going to vary based on what the vehicle is, how it is transported, where it's going, etc. etc. My Tremor had 4 miles on it at...
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BroncoChallenger reacted to not on the rug's post in the thread I received a new owners welcome gift in my oil filter. with Like.
Anyone else notice the german hand grenade parked in the driveway next to the Bronco? If some metal machining shards from an oil...
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BroncoChallenger reacted to wjtinfwb's post in the thread I received a new owners welcome gift in my oil filter. with Like.
If it came out in strips like that, I'd say its unlikely it made its way up into the engine. If it had, you'd likely have been on the...
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Another victim of failure to thoroughly examine, kick tires, test drive and generally research a new vehicle. Gonna lose some money on...
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BroncoChallenger replied to the thread Good by Bronco.Actually has 23 posts, almost all in vehicle tracking threads. Unfortunate that he expected an off-road vehicle with a removable top...
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He's been a member for four years, made first post.
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Not really the best vehicle for Starbucks runs
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You forgot about the sticky seats, cracked top, bad gas mileage, weird gauge cluster, tinny speakers, upright windshield, high...
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Huh? Anyone else find this year’s weather has been hard on home vegetable gardens? to vs. too by vs. bye c’mon trolls, smarten up!
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BroncoChallenger replied to the thread I received a new owners welcome gift in my oil filter..A piece of metal like that (which is aluminum) is 100% from machining of the oil filter adapter that didn't wash out when it went...
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BroncoChallenger reacted to TruckCamper's post in the thread I received a new owners welcome gift in my oil filter. with Like.
Seems like a strong reaction... There will be particles in oil especially break in. As to what that piece of metal is / was... there...