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New California Replacement Tire Standards [⛔️ ADMIN WARNING: NO POLITICS]
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California has unique environmental conditions - unusually persistent temperature inversions coupled with many mountain ranges - that...
Aug 20, 2026
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MPG
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I think the EcoBoost an improvement in fuel efficiency. My 315 hp Bronco get better gas mileage than My 207 hp Ranger, both city and...
Aug 20, 2026
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2.7L Engine Like Knock
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I don't know if this is related but I have what is sort of a rhythmic light knock at idle. I did not have this until I installed a...
Aug 20, 2026
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Bronco Reusable Air Filter Options
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I have used a K&N reusable oil filter on my Ranger for 312K miles and it shows no signs of damage due to poor air filtration. It runs...
Aug 19, 2026
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New California Replacement Tire Standards [⛔️ ADMIN WARNING: NO POLITICS]
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I get your point. I agree the smog laws were good. I remember not being able to see the San Gabriel Mountains from the pier in Long...
Aug 19, 2026
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New California Replacement Tire Standards [⛔️ ADMIN WARNING: NO POLITICS]
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It amazes me how so many people point out all the problems with CA. Every state has problems, some address them and some don't. CA...
Aug 19, 2026
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MPG
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With my fairly heavy foot I get 15 - 15.5 mpg city driving and that includes some Freeway time. I took a trip to San Diego on the...
Aug 19, 2026
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2.7 Cartridge Oil Filter Change. Extended Intervals?
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I have used extended oil change intervals on two different Ford Rangers with combined 500K miles. I always use full synthetic oil. I...
Aug 17, 2026
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My take on replacing 2024 Badlands stock Bilsteins with Eibach Pro 2.0 coilovers.
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I was wrong about having to adjust the front up to get the 1.5" lift. I had to adjust the fronts down from the Eibach factory setting...
Aug 15, 2026
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My take on replacing 2024 Badlands stock Bilsteins with Eibach Pro 2.0 coilovers.
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I can assure you, adding a rear sway bar changes the handling in the direction of over-steer. Unless you are adding a lot of weight on...
Aug 13, 2026
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My take on replacing 2024 Badlands stock Bilsteins with Eibach Pro 2.0 coilovers.
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I would have to look at the table Eibach has on the lifts. However, I think it might be possible to achieve 1/2" front lift on a...
Aug 13, 2026
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My take on replacing 2024 Badlands stock Bilsteins with Eibach Pro 2.0 coilovers.
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I do not have the factory rear sway bar. Maybe my front sway bar is stiffer. I was amazed from the beginning when I bought my Badlands...
Aug 13, 2026
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How or where to measure for level.
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I use the rocker panels or rock sliders at the front and rear to the ground as reference. Those seem to be the most noticeable for...
Aug 12, 2026
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Turn signal sounds so quiet
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When I read the original post, my first thought was Ford must have changed it. Ducati answered that right away. My 24 turn signal is...
Aug 12, 2026
gbub
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My take on replacing 2024 Badlands stock Bilsteins with Eibach Pro 2.0 coilovers.
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The only harshness I felt from the Bilsteins was in the rear suspension. If the Bilsteins were adjustable I would have stayed with...
Aug 12, 2026
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My take on replacing 2024 Badlands stock Bilsteins with Eibach Pro 2.0 coilovers.
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I think that is due to the progressive spring rate in the rear. I am pretty sure the rears are progressive but the fronts are not.
Aug 12, 2026
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My take on replacing 2024 Badlands stock Bilsteins with Eibach Pro 2.0 coilovers.
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I have a 4dr, non-SAS Badlands. I had stock springs and installed the standard Eibach springs (not HD). I have no winch. I do have...
Aug 12, 2026
gbub
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My take on replacing 2024 Badlands stock Bilsteins with Eibach Pro 2.0 coilovers.
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Suspension, Chassis, Steering
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I see no major change in ride. One thing I noticed is the front and rear are more balanced now. On my way home from work there is an...
Aug 12, 2026
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I received a new owners welcome gift in my oil filter.
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That is what I was thinking. The machined surfaces of the filter mounting boss look suspiciously like the metal strip in the filter. I...
Aug 11, 2026
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Oil formulations are changing due to geopolitics (i.e. Pennzoil Platinum) - time to test your preference...
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I certainly have not experienced this. I have a 4.0 SOHC powered 2002 Ranger that has 312K miles on it. I used the grade oil Ford...
Aug 10, 2026
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Ford offering Navigation after trial - is it worth it?
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Garmin Overlander is all I need for cities, highways and wilderness. It is not perfect because sometimes it shows old trails that don't...
Aug 6, 2026
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New 2026 with KO2 issues
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You must be very unlucky. I have used the original BFG AT tires, KO2, KO3 and KM3 tires since around 1979 and have had zero issues...
Aug 6, 2026
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Asked to decide between Ranger or Bronco
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I am aware of that but they are being delivered. Unfortunately, at a very slow pace.
Aug 6, 2026
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Asked to decide between Ranger or Bronco
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I originally wanted a Ranger but Ford would not build the one I wanted. They did install the 2.7L V-6 but, the dropped the extended cab...
Aug 5, 2026
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Thoughts about my Bronco from a Jeep guy!
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Your Sport mode must be different than mine. My Sport mode shifts at higher rpm than Normal mode which is what I expect of a Sport...
Aug 4, 2026
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I'll bet you didn't know...
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Maybe they are referring to a Bronco Sport.
Jul 30, 2026
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Ford Performance Rear Differential Cover Installed Impressions
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I just picked up my new Ford Performance cover. I am trying something that I learned in the 32 years of building racing engines. That...
Jul 29, 2026
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Eibach may need to learn from Bilstein
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How do I specify the size. It looks like I need size 3.0 but your link shows three sizes.
Jul 27, 2026
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Eibach may need to learn from Bilstein
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I mistyped 3.5". I saw 3.75" in your link but I thought that was the OD. My rear springs are about 5.5" OD and taper down to about 4.5...
Jul 24, 2026
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Eibach may need to learn from Bilstein
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These only go up to 3.5" diameter. I found another brand that also are called seal savers. They go up to 6" diameter. The rear Eibach...
Jul 24, 2026
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What's the Biggest Lesson You've Learned Off-Roading?
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There is always something new to learn about. Keep brain engaged.
Jul 23, 2026
gbub
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PPF - wish I’d done it when I first bought the Raptor
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That is the first thing I did when I got my Bronco. People though I was crazy for doing that to a new vehicle. I only had the hood...
Jul 23, 2026
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E load vs C load tires - what's your pick?
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Please explain that? I don't understand how that works. Rubber does not act like sponge cake.
Jul 23, 2026
gbub
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Removing Mud Stains from Fender Flares using Mother’s Back-to-Black
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I have used Back to Black on fender flares and liked the results. However, I found it is not permanent. It must be reapplied...
Jul 23, 2026
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Wisconsin
For Sale Bronco Spare tire reinforcement kit
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PM sent
Jul 23, 2026
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Eibach may need to learn from Bilstein
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I quickly got on the Eibach chat to see what would come of that. It was explained that heat dissipation was the reason for not using a...
Jul 22, 2026
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E load vs C load tires - what's your pick?
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I have used only C rated tires since 1977 for all types of terrain short of extreme rock crawling. They have worked very well for me. I...
Jul 22, 2026
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Eibach may need to learn from Bilstein
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After getting everything installed, I am not ready to take the rears apart to install the bellow tubes. Maybe in a few weeks, I will...
Jul 22, 2026
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Eibach may need to learn from Bilstein
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Suspension, Chassis, Steering
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I just installed the Eibach 2.0 Pro coilovers on my Badlands. I noticed Eibach does not have the bellows to help protect the shock rod...
Jul 21, 2026
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New issue with the front Eibach coil over install.
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I did not force it in. I am not sure how it got too far in but I never applied force to get it there. I did apply a little force on...
Jul 20, 2026
gbub
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New issue with the front Eibach coil over install.
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Transmission, Axles, Gears
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At least I have never heard of this issue. I used the lower control arm removal method and took care not to over extend the axle that I...
Jul 20, 2026
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Air pressure question
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My sensors are very close to accurate. I run 41 psi front and 36 rear on my 24 Badlands with a 2.7L engine. I have the rear seats...
Jul 9, 2026
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Power to single brushless ARB compressor
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I used the JCR Off-Road compressor mount for my ARB brushless single. It is not designed for the brushless ARB compressor single or...
Jul 5, 2026
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What rare or unique vehicles do you appreciate?
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I would not call that Boss 302 rare or vintage but it is nice. There are rare and vintage Boss 302 out there but much older.
Jul 2, 2026
gbub
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What rare or unique vehicles do you appreciate?
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There are too many for me to list but here is one that I own that I really like. It is a 69 Fairlane Cobra.
Jul 2, 2026
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Dollhouse round #2, redemption
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In the late 70s when I started doing this, it was not common to see another vehicle in these remote places. When I was in the Maze the...
Jun 30, 2026
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Power to single brushless ARB compressor
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I am not in high heat area but I have come to the same conclusion. Yesterday, I aired up my tires and the compressor got pretty hot...
Jun 27, 2026
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Death Valley - Titus Canyon
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Yes... you need to get a permit from their Fish and Wildlife Division....$16.95 per person in your vehicle. Also, you have to sign a two...
Jun 24, 2026
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Death Valley - Titus Canyon
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Sounds like a nice trip. Do you need permission to travel the backcountry road on Hualapai Nation Land?
Jun 24, 2026
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No power to my upfitter switches
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The upfitter switches do not have power. You must connect the wires that go to them (located on the firewall) to something that has a...
Jun 24, 2026
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