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Tonka Bronka reacted to thejissilent's post in the thread Bilstein 6100 Installed on 2DR Badlands Sasquatch with
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Got these installed this week—purchased from Shock Surplus. I didn’t want to do anything crazy, I’m on assignment in Chicago so I... -
Tonka Bronka reacted to Jakes22's post in the thread Warranty? Ford dealer said won’t cover bc rusted with Like.
This exact thing happened to me when I switched to Fox coilovers. I cleaned the threads and applied anti-seize as a lubricant and its...
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Tonka Bronka reacted to Pops's post in the thread Tired of the Sticker Blight on Trails?? with Like.
Is it just me, or is anyone else starting to see stickers plastered all over signs, guard rails, fence posts, etc. as ugly blight and...
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Tonka Bronka replied to the thread Looking for help with Ford Performance Winch kit.If you want to see the complete install video that these shots were taken from, go to " It's The Carrs!" YouTube channel. It may help.
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Tonka Bronka replied to the thread Looking for help with Ford Performance Winch kit.Did you try a google search of the missing part numbers? Did you try Warn? I have them on my truck but I don't know if they can be...
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Tonka Bronka replied to the thread My Bronco may be toast… rear ended.No No, the agent doesn't determine anything. And if his insurance isn't enough to cover the damages, your insurance picks up the diff...
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My rear tow hook was facing down as well. Couldn’t tell if the hook was bent or the frame was bent unfortunately.
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Tonka Bronka replied to the thread Good by Bronco.Isn't anyone going to tell him this isn't an airport, you don't have to announce your departure? I always thought that was funny.
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Tonka Bronka replied to the thread Towing 3,000+ lbs - Actual experience input requested.The problem with stiffer springs is that they are stiffer all of the time. The Sumo springs only come into play when towing if installed...
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Tonka Bronka replied to the thread Towing 3,000+ lbs - Actual experience input requested.I noticed that you mentioned the soft suspension being a problem. There is no question that the rear suspension in stock form, is not up...
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Tonka Bronka replied to the thread 33's or 34's? on 2.3l badlands.Shocks are Bilstein 6100's, clip position 6 in the front, clip position 5 in the back for a slight rake so it's level when towing...
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Tonka Bronka reacted to RedBeardoh's post in the thread Radiator cleaning questions (2.3L) with Like.
Idk how your Bronco is set up, but mine being a manual Sasquatch I don’t ever climb a hill below 3k. At 2k on flat ground mine seems...
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Tonka Bronka replied to the thread Radiator cleaning questions (2.3L).I think it's possible that you're lugging it a little. Too much boost for too long? Sweet spot is more like 3K in my experience with the...
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Tonka Bronka replied to the thread 33's or 34's? on 2.3l badlands.I have the Toyo AT3 in 285/75/17. I love them. I have the same Bronco as you do, except I have the optional beadlock capable Badlands...
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Tonka Bronka replied to the thread New 2026 with KO2 issues.This was my thought also. Weeks old? Why would you not take it in to the dealer for a complaint?
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Take the vehicle back to your Ford dealership immediately. Because your Bronco is brand new, Ford’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty covers...
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Tonka Bronka reacted to 23OBX2.7's post in the thread 2021 2.3 Turbo failure 350 miles outside of warranty with Like.
A good time to get an upgraded turbo and tune. You can swap that turbo in a couple hours yourself and get a tune for way less. Always...
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Tonka Bronka replied to the thread Remove beauty rings to mount new tires?.Absolutely. Take to shop. Show shop. If they can't change tires with rings on, take it home. Remove rings, oil bolts, put rings and...
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Tonka Bronka reacted to Mustbeheresomewhere's post in the thread Who actually off-roads their 7MT? with Like.
Yes! 4L & C in the Bronco is pure joy!
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Tonka Bronka replied to the thread Who actually off-roads their 7MT?.I love the MT for off roading! This was our sketchiest trail to date. It made everything easier than it looked! And also confirmed why I...
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Tonka Bronka reacted to HalfmuleFarmer's post in the thread Pulled a camper with my BadSas 2.3 with Like.
As loathe as I am to enter the engine debate, I’ll just say this: I own a 2DR 2.3. I tried to order a 2.7, but learned to my surprise...
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Tonka Bronka reacted to Original Bender's post in the thread Pulled a camper with my BadSas 2.3 with Like.
Glad you v6 autists have to tell everyone you like your six when nobody asked. It reminds me of vegans for some reason 😂
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Tonka Bronka reacted to Fordified1's post in the thread Pulled a camper with my BadSas 2.3 with Like.
V8 AWD Explorer, V10 4WD Excursion, V6 Gladiator. My 2.3 Bronco will smoke any of them in a drag race. I’m not sure what 2.3 bronco you...
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Tonka Bronka reacted to RedBeardoh's post in the thread Pulled a camper with my BadSas 2.3 with Like.
Maybe the pre-2025 2.3 in the Bronco was different, tho I had that in my 19 Ranger and it was plenty zippy when the stupid transmission...
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Tonka Bronka replied to the thread Pulled a camper with my BadSas 2.3.I know what you mean. When I was climbing Engineer Mountain Road in CO, all those small, mid-sized, and large cars and SUV's were just...
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Tonka Bronka reacted to RedBeardoh's post in the thread Pulled a camper with my BadSas 2.3 with Like.
An automatic transmission doesn’t belong in a true enthusiast vehicle. I’ll gladly run my 2.3 to have the proper third pedal in place 🤙🏻...
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Odd take. How many of those fantastic V8s made it to 150K before needing a rebuild? 300K? I'd argue the golden era of internal...
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You are fixated on six-cylinders. Nothing wrong with the 2.3, except it's not a N/A v8. And that same flaw exists in every motor you...
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Did you read my post at all? What you are saying is flat out wrong. Towing capability is a combination of engine power, transmission...
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Tonka Bronka replied to the thread Pulled a camper with my BadSas 2.3.Never once had my foot to the floor with the 2.3, even when towing. Usually just cruising right along at around 3K RPM on the highway.
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Tonka Bronka reacted to Fordified1's post in the thread Pulled a camper with my BadSas 2.3 with Like.
Not a dog with 93 octane in sport mode. I mean it’s only 4/10ths of a liter smaller and it has larger forged pistons and larger forged...
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Tonka Bronka reacted to Fordified1's post in the thread Pulled a camper with my BadSas 2.3 with Like.
It’s 308hp on 93 octane. Plenty of power for a Bronco.
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Tonka Bronka reacted to VirginiaHeritage's post in the thread Pulled a camper with my BadSas 2.3 with Like.
300hp running premium. Don’t sell it short. 🙂
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Tonka Bronka reacted to Original Bender's post in the thread Pulled a camper with my BadSas 2.3 with Like.
You can keep your wet belt oil pump and two turbos. The 2.3 is a tank. Sure it’s “only” 275 hp, but that’s more than my 1994 5.8 v8 had...
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I agree with not stressing the motor for no reason, but disagree with your assessment that this is a tiny, high strung motor. The 2.3...
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Tonka Bronka replied to the thread Pulled a camper with my BadSas 2.3.Do you own the 2.3? Do you tow with it? What problems are you having? My 2.3L MT Badlands pulls our 3500 lb. off grid camper like a...
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Tonka Bronka replied to the thread My Bronco may be toast… rear ended.Don't say everyone is alright. You are not alright. Your wife was injured and you may have injuries that have not showed themselves yet...
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Tonka Bronka replied to the thread Bronco Raptor - Daily Driving Concerns?.And you can't forget that width on wooded trails. And if you're not doing trails, why buy a Braptor?
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Tonka Bronka reacted to TrailDamage's post in the thread Bronco Raptor - Daily Driving Concerns? with Like.
The width difference is real once you convert. I did the same thing and ended up selling the Raptor. Don’t get me wrong I liked it a lot...
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Tonka Bronka replied to the thread E load vs C load tires - what's your pick?.Even pulling a max capacity off grid camper, my C rated Toyo AT's in 285/75 work fine. I personally can't see a situation where you...
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Others will chime in. But I’m sure less capable vehicles are driving around your area in the winter. In my opinion yes. Just because I...
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Tonka Bronka replied to the thread Permitting Broncos in Colorado.We went to the San Juans last year for our first trip to CO. I was under the impression that I needed an OHV permit for the Bronco. I...
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Tonka Bronka replied to the thread Brake Pads and Right to Repair.I did buy OEM pads recently and I do believe they did ask for the VIN for fitment purposes. If you didn't provide the VIN, no returns if...
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Tonka Bronka reacted to HalfmuleFarmer's post in the thread Brake Pads and Right to Repair with Like.
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What the heck did I just read....
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Tonka Bronka replied to the thread Big OLY - started life as a 2 wheel drive.Made a cool slot car too. AFX I think. Had one. -
Tonka Bronka replied to the thread Finally installed soft top- weird gap in trunk?.Good news. Welcome to the soft top world. So nice and so convenient.
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Tonka Bronka reacted to ryanc721's post in the thread Finally installed soft top- weird gap in trunk? with Like.
Hey all, fixed my issue. Got around to taking the soft top off yesterday. The bracket actually moved.
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Tonka Bronka reacted to Potluck99's post in the thread 5 years later, still my First Edition with Like.
That tow pic was from 2021 on the maiden voyage of the trailer. I upgraded to Icon HD springs in the rear and solved that squat. Prior...
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Tonka Bronka replied to the thread Charge air code.Installing the Ford winch kit, if you can, might be an option.
