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lakesinai's latest activity
lakesinai
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Radflo Coilover Shocks review / feedback?
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Radflo is coming with a 16" x 650lb front spring, but you are swapping to a 18" 550lb? What made you pick those spring rates? Springs...
Yesterday at 3:20 AM
lakesinai
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Rear locker or both?
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Absolutely do not need one. I just got a 60th anniversary and it has front and rear. But I had a wrangler unlimited Rubicon and never...
Monday at 4:26 PM
lakesinai
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What Percentage of Owners Off-Road?!
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Some of this depends on where you live. I've almost always had a 4wd or awd vehicle because of snow. When it comes, when I lived in PA...
Jul 19, 2026
lakesinai
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Outer Banks switching from 18" to 17" rims and tires
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I chose the gentler route on my 2021 non-Sasquatch OBX. I installed Badlands take-offs 17x8 wheels with 285/70R17 tires (33's). They are...
Jul 18, 2026
lakesinai
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Rear locker or both?
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I think it's better for the car to keep the rear locker engaged on beach sand, less spinning and coupling/ decoupling for the rear...
Jul 17, 2026
lakesinai
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Rear locker or both?
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The rear locker is particularly wonderful on the beach, where I use it.
Jul 17, 2026
lakesinai
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Rear locker or both?
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I agree but yeah - think it only comes on BL and SAS now. Still really good idea for the OP to think about though - 4A is probably...
Jul 17, 2026
lakesinai
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Rear locker or both?
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That's exactly what I ended up doing. Ordered in March, it's on a train on its way to Virginia right now.
Jul 15, 2026
lakesinai
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Rear locker or both?
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IMHO...4A is more important the front, or even rear, locker...
Jul 15, 2026
lakesinai
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Rear locker or both?
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I think that the most important attribute for a Bronco in Ice or snow is the Auto Advanced 4wd transfer case. I have the rear locker...
Jul 15, 2026
lakesinai
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Brake Pads and Right to Repair
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👆This! Especially if it’s in a wealthy neighborhood. They’re always impressed when someone does their own work. They love to BS.
Jul 13, 2026
lakesinai
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Kevin Scarbel's post
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Brake Pads and Right to Repair
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The best brake pads for your Bronco come in a box that says "Ford". Front / KB3Z-2001-A Rear / MB3Z-2200-D The secret to long "wheel...
Jul 13, 2026
lakesinai
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Brake Pads and Right to Repair
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I think you are overthinking your brakes, but that's just me. In the development of the vehicle, the rotors were made thicker but...
Jul 13, 2026
lakesinai
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Base Bronco with Eibach stage 2 coilovers
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Th That's exactly what I'm contemplating on my 4dr. It's been hard to find coilovers for a 1" lift and a better ride. I want 2.5"...
Jul 8, 2026
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Base Bronco with Eibach stage 2 coilovers
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LT285/75/17 Terra Grappler G3 tires (load C) with stock UCA at this point.
Jul 8, 2026
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Air pressure question
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I understand they overinflate the tires pre-delivery so they don't get flat spots. Not really meant to be driven that high (I would...
Jul 8, 2026
lakesinai
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Base Bronco with Eibach stage 2 coilovers
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What 34" tires are you using? Which UCA?
Jul 8, 2026
lakesinai
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Torn between tire sizes and cannot decide on my 2-door non SAS 3.73 bronco
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That's good to know, Thanks, can you tell me your set-up? I understand that the advantage of the BDS is not only the price, but the...
Jul 6, 2026
lakesinai
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Torn between tire sizes and cannot decide on my 2-door non SAS 3.73 bronco
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Related thought, I've been discussing with Radflo using their standard travel 2.5" coilovers set at 1" or 1.5" for a better ride...
Jul 6, 2026
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Torn between tire sizes and cannot decide on my 2-door non SAS 3.73 bronco
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295/70/17’s no lift. 2.7 with 4.27 gears. 34k miles and no issues. Might go 305/75/17 next
Jul 6, 2026
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Torn between tire sizes and cannot decide on my 2-door non SAS 3.73 bronco
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2 door 3.73 SL285/70r17 user here with a 2 inch lift. I think it's a great well rounded combo but each bronco is unique. Was originally...
Jul 6, 2026
lakesinai
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Torn between tire sizes and cannot decide on my 2-door non SAS 3.73 bronco
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Did you upgrade the UCA'S?
Jul 6, 2026
lakesinai
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Torn between tire sizes and cannot decide on my 2-door non SAS 3.73 bronco
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35s more fun but wil feel it, 33s will feel better and get better gas for daily.. or split them and get 285/75s, which are about...
Jul 6, 2026
lakesinai
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Torn between tire sizes and cannot decide on my 2-door non SAS 3.73 bronco
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I highly recommend the 33's with the 3.73 gearing. I have the 4.27 gearing, and have been riding on 285/70R17 tires, on Badlands...
Jul 6, 2026
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Torn between tire sizes and cannot decide on my 2-door non SAS 3.73 bronco
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I upgraded mine to 285/70-17 Badlands takeoffs from the original 32” tires. I have the 4:27 gears so they are not the same gears as...
Jul 6, 2026
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What does Ford charge to switch from plastic to modular bumper?
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Swapped my modular bumper for an ARB bumper my self with no issues. Maybe the automatic cruise control feature could require a calibration.
Jul 4, 2026
lakesinai
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What does Ford charge to switch from plastic to modular bumper?
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I Had a little fender bender with the OBX plastic bumper. Has sensors and the camera above. They replaced the bumper & grill and a...
Jul 4, 2026
lakesinai
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What does Ford charge to switch from plastic to modular bumper?
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If you are known to the service department and have had your car serviced there, the easiest way I've found to do that (with my dealer)...
Jul 4, 2026
lakesinai
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"Key Not Found" Ford no help
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Thanks for sharing the story, I forgot about that indent. I've had several similar events. I've changed my fob battery 3-4 times over 5...
Jul 2, 2026
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"Key Not Found" Ford no help
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Stopped a gas station. When I got back in and tried to start my 2023 Big Bend, I got no action and the message "Key Not Found" even...
Jul 2, 2026
lakesinai
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Radflo Coilovers on OBX Non-sasquatch
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Thank you. It's nice to see some experience with a new product. I also saw that Shock Surplus mentioned they were going to be starting...
Jun 30, 2026
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Radflo Coilovers on OBX Non-sasquatch
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If you look up Trail Militia youtube, George has been running RadFlos for about 4 years and has put them through Hell. He seems to love...
Jun 30, 2026
lakesinai
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2023 2 dr Wildtrak build - full range 37's & complete stereo swap
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Now that's a man who loves his music! What provides your content? I'm still wishing I had a CD player!
Jun 30, 2026
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2023 2 dr Wildtrak build - full range 37's & complete stereo swap
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I waited for the Braptor to come out and wanted one badly, but I wanted a 2 door more, so this is what happened when I decided against...
Jun 30, 2026
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Radflo Coilovers on OBX Non-sasquatch
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Jun 29, 2026
lakesinai
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Radflo Coilovers on OBX Non-sasquatch
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Suspension, Chassis, Steering
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Five years ago, I was awaiting the arrival of my 2021 Outer Banks. I ordered the 6cyl 4-dr with the rear locker, 4.27 gear upgrade and...
Jun 29, 2026
lakesinai
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35 x 11.5 - 17 on 55mm Offset Wheels
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I've had the Badlands takeoffs, 17x8 wheels, on my Bronco for 3+ years now. With 285/70R17 tires, they stay within the OBX fenders...
Jun 28, 2026
lakesinai
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35 x 11.5 - 17 on 55mm Offset Wheels
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Do you like BL takeoffs? I have 275/70/18 on OBX rims, should get new tires soon and thinking of taking BL takeoffs in order to move to...
Jun 28, 2026
lakesinai
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How to SAS a NON-SAS badlands
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Au Contrera sp?? Actually, you need a higher skill level to get there with less lift and a smaller tire, so good on you! Imagine a rig...
Jun 26, 2026
lakesinai
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The Granger Extended warranty.
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What you want to be looking at is FordProtect "Premium Care". That coverage, which used to be called Ford ESP (Extended Service Plan)...
Jun 25, 2026
lakesinai
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HOSS 3.0 Suspension Kits - Now available from Ford Performance!
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Good question. Most people here seem to be upgrading from Hoss 2 basic Sasquatch. Those of us with basic OEM Hoss 1 Hitachi need info...
Jun 25, 2026
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HOSS 3.0 Suspension Kits - Now available from Ford Performance!
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For those who have these, how's the body roll when compared to Hitachis?
Jun 25, 2026
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HOSS 3.0 Suspension Kits - Now available from Ford Performance!
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The kit arrived today, box heavily damaged and open! Still to examine if any damage or missing parts. Hopefully no issues.
Jun 22, 2026
lakesinai
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HOSS 3.0 Suspension Kits - Now available from Ford Performance!
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So, compared to the "Hoss 1" non-sasquatch Bronco like mine?
Jun 19, 2026
lakesinai
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HOSS 3.0 Suspension Kits - Now available from Ford Performance!
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UCA: Did you upgrade your Upper Control Arms, or do you plan to? For those who have added the 3.0, did you or should you? My 2021 OBX...
Jun 18, 2026
lakesinai
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Point78's post
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HOSS 3.0 Suspension Kits - Now available from Ford Performance!
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My M-18000-B2 kit that I ordered on 4/5, finally arrived Monday. i installed it yesterday & today. (Haven’t put the rear swaybar on...
Jun 18, 2026
lakesinai
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New member - 2025 Stroppe Build
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I haven't seen a vertical engine mount for the ARB pump before, I assume that's the 2.7? Whose bracket? The other accessory I added was...
Jun 9, 2026
lakesinai
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35 x 11.5 - 17 on 55mm Offset Wheels
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I'm amazed at how much more ability that rear locker provides. In 2021, I was able to add the rear locker, Auto 4wd Transfer Case and...
Jun 5, 2026
lakesinai
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35 x 11.5 - 17 on 55mm Offset Wheels
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Ko3 just released a 35x11.5R17 in Load C with 3 ply sidewall. Rather perfect tire for a Bronco. 11.5 works great for nearly...
Jun 5, 2026
lakesinai
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35 x 11.5 - 17 on 55mm Offset Wheels
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To your first point, the purpose of the smaller offset wheels is to clear the control arms with tires wider than 285mm. As to your...
Jun 5, 2026
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