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murphtron's latest activity
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Joyce Lake, Oregon finally reached
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Not surprisingly, there's a video... You just need to stay off the Alvord when it's wet. Same with Owyhees. Mud gets dangerous.
Today at 3:09 PM
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Joyce Lake, Oregon finally reached
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Pretty lake. Nice drone shots. Oregon question: have you explored the Alvord area? Looks pretty during spring but it seems like the...
Yesterday at 4:26 PM
murphtron
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Broaddict trail deck installed
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Iāve seen other reviewers where people just replace the pullout handle with a soft grab handle to make it fit with existing tables. Now...
Yesterday at 4:17 PM
murphtron
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Broaddict trail deck installed
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If you remove their handle and replace with a soft handle will it then work with a tailgate table?
Yesterday at 1:44 PM
murphtron
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Charlie Mike's post
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Best and cheapest tire deflators: Boulder Tools.
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I had the Boulder Tools kit originally but switched to the Over Sand ones after a few trips. They weren't cheap but I like the reference...
Yesterday at 8:50 AM
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Oldhippie's post
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Best and cheapest tire deflators: Boulder Tools.
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Actually pretty fast and accurateā¦usually get them all within a lbā¦
Yesterday at 8:47 AM
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Ducati1098's post
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Diff Drop and Ford Performance CV Axles Install
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Because theyāre two different kits made by two different companies š¤·āāļø IMO the broken innovation kit is much better, and made by a...
Jun 4, 2026
murphtron
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Sound deadening
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Also like this idea! I also did killmat in the cargo area and sides when everything was torn out to do audio upgrades⦠that are just...
May 27, 2026
murphtron
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Sound deadening
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I did the cargo area and the bottom of the cooler in the rear floor. I also did in the passenger side around the factory sub. Going to...
May 27, 2026
murphtron
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That Bronco Guy's post
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Sound deadening
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I agree with others here. Iāve done extensive work and trial and error. The kilo mat plus closed cell and 3m thinsulate works amazingly...
May 27, 2026
murphtron
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zuke's post
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Inner Tie Rod Trail Repair Kit: Looking for Feedback
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Actually used my TD tie rod kit this weekend for the first time after carrying it for 5 years.. Made the job a quick and easy fix...
May 26, 2026
murphtron
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Murraydog11's post
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Inner Tie Rod Trail Repair Kit: Looking for Feedback
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I got one of these.
May 26, 2026
murphtron
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Inner Tie Rod Trail Repair Kit: Looking for Feedback
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Iāve got it too! Never used it. I like the moving blanket idea in a prior comment. And I need a better jack. Bottle jack or inflatable...
May 25, 2026
murphtron
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bgr33r's post
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Dollhouse round #2, redemption
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Thanks for this validation. The rotopax setup is over $400 which just seems crazy for two plastic jugs and a strap system. I keep coming...
May 25, 2026
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SROC3's post
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The BEST Suspension is HERE: Bilstein 8112 DSA+ for Ford Bronco!
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Exactly :) I have KINGs on mine and they rock.....but really not like these. I drive fast on narrower rocky trails and it's solid...
May 25, 2026
murphtron
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BroncoStorm's post
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The BEST Suspension is HERE: Bilstein 8112 DSA+ for Ford Bronco!
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Dont forget, you're getting something better than a full mid travel kit for a fraction of the cost. No limit straps, bump stops, or...
May 25, 2026
murphtron
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Dollhouse round #2, redemption
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I carry a plastic 5gal Harbor Freight gas can that I carefully fill. It does not smell at all in the cabin. I store it in the rear...
May 25, 2026
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khsonic03's post
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My Bronco Raptor Fire Total Loss Experience
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That's fair. And some of my friends thought I was crazy for getting another one too. But my thought process is: planes occasionally...
May 17, 2026
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SLATE Truck Debuts as Modular SUV & Pickup
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Iād rather have all EV or ICE but do not want the complications of managing both on a long term vehicle.
May 14, 2026
murphtron
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Dollhouse round #2, redemption
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Didnāt know about gas at Hite. Times do indeed change!
May 14, 2026
murphtron
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Dollhouse round #2, redemption
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The marina at Hite has been closed for many years, so no gas from the south via the Road to Hite trail The closest ālast gasā if you...
May 14, 2026
murphtron
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dgorsett's post
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Dollhouse round #2, redemption
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My Ranger had a 14 gallon tank filled in Green River, if I went again I'd carry one extra can anyway. Yeah, and reservations???
May 14, 2026
murphtron
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JoHo's post
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DIY custom battery mount Ecoflow Trail 300
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SCS does really good bending so you could have saved yourself a lot of welding! I have my 110VAC outlet for my much larger battery...
May 11, 2026
murphtron
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MilesTeg's post
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When off-roading, do you use goat modes or do you manually configure your Bronco?
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Ford really should publish, in detail, what everything does in all vehicle configurations. Might make me use the annoying dial when/if...
May 11, 2026
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dgorsett's post
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When off-roading, do you use goat modes or do you manually configure your Bronco?
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I shift to 4H or 4L as needed, I may engage both more than most folks because I dont want to tear up the trail and appreciate the...
May 11, 2026
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HalfmuleFarmer's post
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When off-roading, do you use goat modes or do you manually configure your Bronco?
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Found the voice memo from my Off-Roadeo instructor re: various goat modes, a couple more interesting details ⦠Wheel speed/traction...
May 11, 2026
murphtron
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dgorsett's post
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Dollhouse round #2, redemption
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We spent Easter 1988ish in the Maze with an 86 Ranger with a Four Wheel Camper, kids had an Easter Egg hunt in camp. Came as close as...
May 11, 2026
murphtron
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Dollhouse round #2, redemption
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Wow the Maze requires reservations? Times change. Does it really require extra fuel to get there & back? Pretty sure I never carried...
May 11, 2026
murphtron
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jbellousux's post
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5,000 mile / 15 day camp trip to Yosemite, Lake Tahoe, Sedona (report + photos)
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I agree that Zion is overrated, especially when coming from Yosemite. Yosemite is definitely overrun but has so many more options than...
May 9, 2026
murphtron
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5,000 mile / 15 day camp trip to Yosemite, Lake Tahoe, Sedona (report + photos)
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Nice trip report. I was in Yosemite a few days after you. Weather started out similar but then cleared and was great. Park was not...
May 9, 2026
murphtron
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HalfmuleFarmer's post
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When off-roading, do you use goat modes or do you manually configure your Bronco?
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Pretty much my exact approach. Also Iām in M, 1st gear on any steep, rocky ascent or decent. Forest service roads = 4A.
May 9, 2026
murphtron
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HalfmuleFarmer's post
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When off-roading, do you use goat modes or do you manually configure your Bronco?
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Yeah, Off-Roadeo opened my eyes to the usefulness of the tech in specific situations. Before, I too was āIām old school! Manual!ā But...
May 9, 2026
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When off-roading, do you use goat modes or do you manually configure your Bronco?
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Same. Mud/Ruts is exactly what I settled on as a default (and disable rear locker) when I get into tougher terrain. Plus I also disable...
May 9, 2026
murphtron
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HalfmuleFarmer's post
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How to camp when sleeping in the Broncoā¦
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I get that the question is about sleeping IN the vehicle, but ⦠key consideration is are you alone or not. Iāve got a significant other...
May 9, 2026
murphtron
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HalfmuleFarmer's post
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How to camp when sleeping in the Broncoā¦
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I sleep in a regular tent. Leave gear (that Iām not using) in the Bronco. Old school, easy.
May 9, 2026
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KT_bronco's post
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Ford Skunkworks (EVDC) - first ever behind the scenes tour
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Sounds like you don't like EVs. Thanks for letting us know.
May 6, 2026
murphtron
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You have $1-$2k to spend right now... what are you getting?
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Yeah steering rack. If Ford Performance ever releases it for non-sas. or I might just have to visit @Snacktime and beg him for help.
May 6, 2026
murphtron
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You have $1-$2k to spend right now... what are you getting?
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So my mid-1990s paper Baja map has some value??? Admittedly a tablet would come in handy at times. I tend to over-download maps on...
May 6, 2026
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Area51BS's post
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You have $1-$2k to spend right now... what are you getting?
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For mall crawlers I would say audio. For off roaders I would say reserve fund for repairs.
May 6, 2026
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HotdogThud's post
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You have $1-$2k to spend right now... what are you getting?
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12 gallons of diesel.
May 6, 2026
murphtron
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CalvinT's post
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FORScan Bronco Working Spreadsheet (double honk, sport mode, chimes, seatbelts, and more!)
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Thanks to everyone who's contributed to this and other Forescan threads. I finally got around to making changes. I wanted to make them...
May 6, 2026
murphtron
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Snacktime's post
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Snacktime's 5 gallon portal bucket trick
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Finally finished my 5 gallon bucket mod
May 4, 2026
murphtron
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timhood's post
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DIY custom battery mount Ecoflow Trail 300
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Iām curious what the fabrication cost was. Iād be worried that my kind of off-roading could send the battery into the side window. š Iām...
May 4, 2026
murphtron
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DIY custom battery mount Ecoflow Trail 300
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I had the same concern about the battery going airborne. The design includes two slots through which I can run 1ā webbing to hold down...
May 4, 2026
murphtron
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DIY custom battery mount Ecoflow Trail 300
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Off-Roading, Overlanding, Camping GEAR -- Winches, Onboard Air, RTT, Tents, Coolers, Recovery, Snorkels Etc.
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I finished a custom battery mount for the Bronco. Itās specifically for the Ecoflow Trail 200/300 battery series. It mounts to existing...
May 3, 2026
murphtron
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MIC Hard Top Failed
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2023 4dr. Been lucky. Over 1500 miles off road. Hard top still looks good (despite the scratches). Roof rack taken on/off many times...
Apr 21, 2026
murphtron
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RedRider's post
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Anyone have a cool altimeter mounted in their Bronco?
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This is my DIY version of an altimeter: It's an M5Dial with a GPS module attached (SKU U032-V11). The code was written by Claude Code...
Apr 19, 2026
murphtron
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HalfmuleFarmer's post
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Anyone have a cool altimeter mounted in their Bronco?
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iPhone native compass app shows altitude, but no CarPlay version, sadly.
Apr 19, 2026
murphtron
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We love Broncos but⦠whatās the most annoying āsmall issueā with your Bronco?
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Forscan does it
Apr 13, 2026
murphtron
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Wolfgang VTS's post
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We love Broncos but⦠whatās the most annoying āsmall issueā with your Bronco?
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I miss having one of these...
Apr 13, 2026
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