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gbub replied to the thread California Free Transmission Jack.That looks like it is used for removing the transmission with the vehicle on or near the ground. I may be interested in it but I would... -
gbub replied to the thread Eibach Pro Truck 2.0 Coilovers - My Experience / Review.They are for off-roading but are not warrantied for racing or racing like activity. So, I guess if you blast across the dessert at high... -
gbub replied to the thread Who's still on their original Bronco windshield? đź‘€.I still have my original windshield. I purchased in Nov. 24 and have about 8K miles on it. I did get hit with a strong wind gust with...
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I've done many a long trips, 15 - 22 hours, in various brands of vehicles, Dodge, Subaru, Range Rover, Toyota, and found that over 75mph...
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If it’s allowed to start burning oil, it will always burn oil.
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gbub replied to the thread Dollhouse round #2, redemption.Did you go as far as the Harvest rock art in the Maze?
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gbub replied to the thread Oil consumption on 1500mi road trip.One thing that may have contributed is the fuel oil dilution. When you drive long distances with the oil temperature at the upper...
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just arrived back and that drive sure was rowdy! I have detailed notes on mpg that are boring. But the highlights are I ran 14 mpg in...
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If you disconnect the harness, it gives you more room to move/lower it. I just used 2 small jack stands to lower it and hold it in...
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I followed this video by Stage 3 Motorsports for the most part. I did not remove the skid plates. I would just recommend having multiple...
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gbub replied to the thread Another Eibach Pro Truck 2.0 installed.So, the electronic sway bar does need to be removed. I was hoping I could just disconnect the tie bolts from the lower control arm and...
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gbub replied to the thread Another Eibach Pro Truck 2.0 installed.I need to install mine. I've had them a long time but keep finding other things to do. I am within a month of doing it now. I have...
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gbub replied to the thread First oil change dilemma 2.7 OBX.Everyone is entitled to change their oil as frequently as they want. As a test engineer at Ford Aerospace in the late 70s and early...
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gbub replied to the thread First oil change dilemma 2.7 OBX.What is that statement based on? I did the first oil change on my new 02 Ranger 4.0 SOHC at 5K miles and every 20K miles after that...
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Thanks @Ramble_Offroad and @gbub. All packed up and locked and loaded, heading out soon. And Might find a 5 gal in Hanksville to...
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gbub replied to the thread Auxbeam 4 or 6 circuit.I did the same thing with my fog/driving light bundle. I also used one for the onboard compressor. Now, I need one for my ham radio and...
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gbub replied to the thread Ursa Minor Camper Top for 2021 Bronco 4 door [B30 Pop Up Camper ].The only other one I know of is Cliff White. I am pretty sure he got the second one. I am still waiting on mine. I am about 20 on the...
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gbub replied to the thread Dollhouse round #2, redemption.I lead a group of Landcruisers and a 4Runner into The Maze with my 02 Ranger about 4 years ago. We started at Green River with full...
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gbub replied to the thread Leaving auto transmission in neutral with engine off.I tried the F-150 method and it did not work. Probably because the Bronco does not have a (M) button. I tried shifting to M but that...
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gbub replied to the thread Leaving auto transmission in neutral with engine off.Thanks all for the advice. That is a little complicated but will use it if I have no other choice. I found instruction for an F-150...
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gbub posted the thread Leaving auto transmission in neutral with engine off in Transmission, Axles, Gears.I am pretty sure I read somewhere about a way to leave the transmission in neutral with the engine off without the chime sounding for...
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I use the cameras a lot offroad. Necessary, no useful, yes. Helps to see when dropping off a cliff over the hood. Helps see those rocks...
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gbub replied to the thread Badlands Question.The cameras are nice but I didn't want all the other stuff that came with them. I have been doing the off-road stuff since 1977 and...
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gbub replied to the thread If you had to start your build over, what's the first mod you'd grab?.That near the top of my list too because I wanted to build a platform for my refrigerator, water and whatever else I can fit in that...
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gbub replied to the thread If you had to start your build over, what's the first mod you'd grab?.I would do the same thing I did. Have clear quality wrap on the hood, front fenders, area under the grill and headlights.
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gbub replied to the thread Badlands Question.I specifically did not want most of the options. I wanted to keep things as simple as possible. I found out later nothing is simple in...
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gbub replied to the thread Battery maintenance !!!.I will probably just use my NOCO jump starter attached to the wires before disconnecting them. The BMS will need still to be reset one...
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gbub replied to the thread 26 Badlands shipping with sport mode.I have Baja from the factory on my 24 Badlands non-SAS. I also have Sport but that was an easy addition with ForScan. I deleted Eco so...
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gbub replied to the thread Clutch & Cylinder Failed at less than 900 miles. Dealer denied warranty claim.Thanks for the explanation. When I was on the farm, we had pickups that had a granny gear. It was labeled "1" on the gear shift knob...
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gbub replied to the thread Clutch & Cylinder Failed at less than 900 miles. Dealer denied warranty claim.I have been driving manuals since 1962 and have never heard of a 1-C shift. Is that something new for the Bronco MT? I know what a...
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gbub replied to the thread What’s the best trip you’ve taken in your Bronco so far?.Once I get my Bronco totally set up. I will be doing some very exciting remote wilderness adventures like I have been doing the last 20...
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gbub replied to the thread Ford Announces Employee Pricing for all as part of 250th anniversary of America's founding.I just looked online for the best deals in my area after I worked out a deal on the X-plan. I ended up getting a better deal without...
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gbub replied to the thread Fast idle and "clunk" shifting into reverse or drive. Is this normal?.That doesn't sound right to me. I have always been impressed how smooth my Bronco shifts into gear from park or neutral. Mine is a...
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gbub replied to the thread Badlands.... Do I need the Sasquatch Upgrade (Newbie).The lower gearing only makes a difference If you plan to go to larger diameter tires. The final ratio to the ground is pretty much the...
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gbub replied to the thread Anyone have a cool altimeter mounted in their Bronco?.I've had one in my 02 Ranger for 23 years, but with GPS showing altitude at the touch of the screen, I will not be putting one in my...
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gbub replied to the thread Can’t stop redlining the 2.3.There may be one thing you may be overlooking. I raced in SCCA for 32 years and during that time I learned few thing about power and...
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gbub replied to the thread Can’t stop redlining the 2.3.Yes, he did!
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gbub replied to the thread Differential cover upgrade - Ford Performance vs. ARB.I am a little confused. I am pretty sure the OEM cover does not have a drain plug. Are you referring to the OEM fill plug to move to...
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gbub replied to the thread Badlands.... Do I need the Sasquatch Upgrade (Newbie).You probably do not need SAS. I specifically did not want SAS for my 24 Badlands and I do some pretty rough areas in the deep...
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gbub replied to the thread Can’t stop redlining the 2.3.Yes, the Bos 302 was built to be a race engine to live at high rpm. My street Cobra 428CJ came from the factory with a 735 cfm Holley...
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gbub replied to the thread Fuel cap cover?.I am all for it. I can't imagine it would stay very clean inside that gas flap in dusty off-road conditions. The cap should keep the...
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gbub replied to the thread Can’t stop redlining the 2.3.A Holley 750 is an awful big carb for a 302. Was it able to open the secondaries?
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gbub replied to the thread Can’t stop redlining the 2.3.You can over rev any engine. I have hit the rev limiter on my 4.0 SOHC powered Ranger many times over the years. My V8 powered...
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gbub replied to the thread 2025 Service Manual.Interesting, I will have to look into that.
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gbub replied to the thread 2025 Service Manual.I bought the USB 2024 Bronco repair manual from Helm. I was not too happy with it. A lot of information is missing. The engine...
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gbub replied to the thread A Dream Deferred - Ursa Minor Bronco Build.I have been on trips where fellow travelers had flats that could not be repaired. Their spare came in very handy. Otherwise they would...
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gbub replied to the thread A Dream Deferred - Ursa Minor Bronco Build.How do you get by with no spare tire. I would never go to the places I go without a spare tire. I have never had to use a spare tire...
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gbub replied to the thread A Dream Deferred - Ursa Minor Bronco Build.I like your build. We have a lot in common but I don't plan to go as far as you did with the build. I just intend to go as far as I...
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gbub replied to the thread Motorcraft oil versus Mobil 1.I was not going to reply to this thread, but decided to give some long term life of use with synthetic oil. This is not on a...