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Smocaine replied to the thread Installing Everglades OEM snorkel on 2.3L.I missed this part earlier, but FYI if you do go the full factory route, the brackets also relocate your DCM. Fits in the new spot with... -
Smocaine replied to the thread Installing Everglades OEM snorkel on 2.3L.This has been on my mind as well, but I was never able to find a separate part number for Everglades breathers. I have some suspicion...
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Smocaine replied to the thread Test drove a 2026 Badlands - do all Broncos have this much tire noise?.I wonder if the GY Territory that comes on '26 is louder. I never noticed excessive noise from the earlier KO2s, just a whole lot of...
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Smocaine replied to the thread Manual transmission scraping noise / grinding sound.Now they're telling me they're waiting on "gear selectors" which I can only assume to be shift forks. I have no idea what's going on...
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Smocaine replied to the thread Installing Everglades OEM snorkel on 2.3L.Not sure, as the factory bottle is in another location - I didn't try. I just took it as gospel from other swappers (and the Glades...
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Smocaine replied to the thread Installing Everglades OEM snorkel on 2.3L.The Everglades washer bottle is moved out of the fender well and has a depression on top for it - if you can sneak by with the factory...
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Smocaine replied to the thread Installing Everglades OEM snorkel on 2.3L.I will say that it didn't take as long or as much effort as I thought, but you would at least need a jack and stand to get the wheel out...
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Smocaine replied to the thread Installing Everglades OEM snorkel on 2.3L.It's not terrible but it does require you to remove your front passenger wheel and fender liner. I am not sure that you would be able to...
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Smocaine replied to the thread Installing Everglades OEM snorkel on 2.3L.Removing the normal washer tank is the hard part - the Everglades bracket and tank mount in the bay and are easily accessible...
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Smocaine replied to the thread Considering 2026/2027 Badlands non-Squatch Manual 4 door: Feedback pls.I love the 7MT, it's very well set up for everyday life. 33s and 4.7 gears give you a very short effective gear ratio, so you can really...
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Smocaine replied to the thread How to prevent ice buildup on fog lights ?.Have you considered some halogen auxiliary lights? You could probably put Hella 500s or KC Daylighters on top of your bumper as proper...
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Smocaine replied to the thread Thinking about trading in Badlands non Sasquatch..Trade it in for a 7MT, of course. But really, there's not that much to gain. You will never notice the 4.46s, they're plenty for 35s and...
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Smocaine replied to the thread Big Bend + Sasquatch + Diamond vs. Badlands stock — 2026 manual, help me decide.This really isn't proving out. A friend of mine is trying to get into the game and really wants a 7MT, but similarly equipped autos go...
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Smocaine replied to the thread Lift Kit recommendations for 2 Door Sasquatch Big Bend.+1 for Eibach coilovers, I love the ride. You can definitely get a moderate lift on just pucks if you're trying to save a buck, though.
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Smocaine replied to the thread Fire Protection: Extinguishers: Dry, Halotron, CO2, Element Stick, Blankets, etc... what are you carrying?.Laser leaves burrs like no other but MOLLE slots are a great shape for deburr tools or even deburr machines, so that seems like just...
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Smocaine replied to the thread What’s Always in Your Bronco?.Leaving a single thing at home guarantees I'll need it that day, so I might as well just leave it in the car.
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Smocaine replied to the thread What’s Always in Your Bronco?.Fire extinguisher, boost pack, tow rope, kinetic rope, transport chain, soft shackles, hard shackles, snatch ring, snatch block, tow...
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Smocaine replied to the thread Fire Protection: Extinguishers: Dry, Halotron, CO2, Element Stick, Blankets, etc... what are you carrying?.Consider carrying or adding a Purple K type extinguisher. Knocks down Class B like no other - won't help much at camp but might save...
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Smocaine replied to the thread Manual transmission scraping noise / grinding sound.Downright confusing update today - they pulled mine into the shop after sitting for weeks, it was in there for a few hours before...
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Smocaine replied to the thread A good ol' fashioned forum mystery.Just the tip... of the tire is what's at issue here.
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Smocaine reacted to VirginiaHeritage's post in the thread A good ol' fashioned forum mystery with
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This! That's a great calculator to also take the tire into account and then spit out good visuals. Thank you. So, despite the matching...
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Smocaine replied to the thread Your Thoughts on Jump Starters - thank-you inside.I was gonna do it on the can at work, saw it would take 20 minutes, and saved it for home. Guess I waited too long!
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Actually sticking out an additional 12mm also helps.
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You’re pushing the center of the tire out by 12mm. The tire is the same width in both scenarios. It’s that simple.
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Smocaine replied to the thread A good ol' fashioned forum mystery.I almost replied admitting defeat, but I will die on any hill and the calculators got my back. Two +30s of differing widths will have...
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Smocaine replied to the thread A good ol' fashioned forum mystery.Your math isn't mathing. The offset decides the tire center. 12mm less offset will mean 12mm more tire poke, regardless of wheel width...
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Smocaine reacted to Brian_B's post in the thread Toyota Also recalling 2024+ Tacomas with Bilstein shocks with Like.
The interesting part of this story: The Bilsteins that have parts fall off are the "cheapest" set of shocks Toyota will sell you. They...
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Smocaine replied to the thread Toyota Also recalling 2024+ Tacomas with Bilstein shocks.Journalism around recalls is so strange, it's like every article about every problem is the end of the world and no automaker has ever...
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Smocaine replied to the thread Manual transmission scraping noise / grinding sound.I'm at 7 weeks now since I dropped mine off for this concern and a few others. I got the new window runs for the rattle TSB, and now...
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Smocaine replied to the thread The Perfect Match? Fitment Test of Michelin Floor Mats for 2021-2026 Bronco 4-Door.Eagerly awaiting the Michelin mats for 2-doors. Seems like quite an oversight to not launch with them 🤔
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Smocaine replied to the thread Number of each color of the 2-door Heritage models.You're thinking of the Heritage Limited Edition, which I believe was limited to 1966 of each (2 and 4). The discontinuation of the 2dr...
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Thank you for that information. I suddenly don't hear it.
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Smocaine replied to the thread My take on replacing 2024 Badlands stock Bilsteins with Eibach Pro 2.0 coilovers..OP: since you have a 4D, do you have a factory rear swaybar? That may explain a lot of the differing experience. Our 2's don't and that...
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Smocaine replied to the thread Our Matrix‑Style Bronco Grille Is Back In Stock!.Is it available without lights or lettering?
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I would not trade my loud turn signals for quiet ones that I might forget to turn off after a merge or something
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Ford engineer who made the blinker quieter in response to ‘21-‘24 customer feedback:
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Smocaine replied to the thread Recall 26S55: 2021-2026 Bronco - Engine Compartment Wiring Harness Repair [July 23, 2026] -- 590,000k units affected.Call 'em up, try scheduling it. See what happens. The recall won't show as completed until it's actually available for your vehicle...
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Smocaine replied to the thread Recall 26S55: 2021-2026 Bronco - Engine Compartment Wiring Harness Repair [July 23, 2026] -- 590,000k units affected.You mean the actual documentation from Ford Motor Company that directly disproves your claim? If you'll trust an AI-generated dealer...
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Smocaine reacted to gbub's post in the thread My take on replacing 2024 Badlands stock Bilsteins with Eibach Pro 2.0 coilovers. with Like.
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...
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Smocaine replied to the thread Turn signal sounds so quiet.Sorry, I will try to type quieter. I have been hiding under your floor while mine is in the shop.
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Smocaine replied to the thread My take on replacing 2024 Badlands stock Bilsteins with Eibach Pro 2.0 coilovers..I personally found the Bilsteins to be quite harsh and the Eibachs to be noticeably softer and "floatier" in all directions - more roll...
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I have muted the double honk when keys are out and the seatbelt chime. I wish I could remove or lower the volume of the blinker. I could...
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Smocaine reacted to Z because X was taken's post in the thread Turn signal sounds so quiet with Haha.
Lucky you. I hate the sound of the stupid blinker on every vehicle I have owned. I have tried to put in high quality blinker fluid and...
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Smocaine replied to the thread Turn signal sounds so quiet.Yeah, I spent too much time not protecting my hearing and the '25+ turn signal is nigh inaudible. One of a few reasons I decided to pass...
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Smocaine replied to the thread Anyone keep their non SAS Badlands rims and slap 35s or 37s recently??.Haven't yet, but intend to put 255/85R17 Baja Bosses on. They will clear everything just fine on any of the +55 offset wheels. Before... -
Smocaine reacted to Desmolicious's post in the thread You Don’t Think About Mud Flaps Until After the Trail with Like.
I hit a lot of dirt and gravel. Not much noise, no paint dings. It’s a truck with mudflaps. Personally, not worried about it.
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Smocaine replied to the thread Bronco Badlands Wheel Evolution (non-Sasquatch).2025 Badlands wheels were indeed darker, as they omitted the machined face of '21-'24 and made the whole wheel grey. They are the same...
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Smocaine replied to the thread Nebraska Clay Mud.Lockers OFF in this kind of mud, it will only get you more sideways. If you have a chance to prepare then drop your tire pressure as low...
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Smocaine reacted to powoq's post in the thread Easy way to protect your dash defrost vent with Haha.
Hey guys, Has anyone else noticed their factory defrost vent area starting to look like this? Over time, that surface easily gets...
