To clarify, a bridle of any length/angle puts more inward stress on each tow point, but it still considerably reduces the in-line and total stress compared to not using a bridle unless your angle is 120 degrees or greater.
Agreed you should ideally use the longest possible bridle to minimize...
Starting in the video below at 15:50, apparently a broken Bronco was being towed in by a Raptor, and at some point the Raptor gave it a hard yank, completely detaching the aftermarket front bumper, winch and all.
My observations from studying the video:
the driver's side frame horn mount is...
That's not misaligned with what he's saying in the video. Did you watch the video? He pinned the disclaimer regarding onroad/smooth road use, so I shared that - I think he wanted people to know in rougher offroad situations where 4H/4L can be used, you'll save wear on the clutch mechanism...
An important pinned comment made by Robert Pepper in his You Tube video:
"4A is an ONROAD mode only, and for smooth dirt roads. It is NOT for offroad use. If you are on a low-traction surface, for example a rough dirt road, use 4H. This includes mud, snow, rocks etc. That is what 4H is for...
For those of you with the "Advanced 4x4" option, Robert Pepper just dropped this video on Ford's system. He's based in Australia and just purchased a new Ranger, but it's basically the same system on the Bronco.
Why 4A is your Ford's friend
Edit: An important pinned comment made by Robert...
My local dealer still shows 50 2024's in stock, with prices marked down $5,500 - $9,000 below MSRP depending on model. They're probably not in a hurry to get 2025's.
For those of us Sasquatch owners that are part of the rear shock recall, it would be nice if Ford offered an 'upgrade' option. Since Ford will have to pay for 2 new shocks and installation labor, wouldn't it be great if they offered to upgrade all 4 shocks at a discounted price? Would seem...
Shown below is some info on the circlip adjustments and related ride heights for the 6100 (uses the stock SAS springs), and the 6112 (comes with a new spring). This came from Bilstein's installation guides for the 6100s. As mentioned in a previous post, changing the circlip changes the spring...
Sure - here you go:
For the OEM skid plate:
W717376S439B = OEM sta-bar disco skid plate mounting bolts w/ washers. 4-pack. Torque to 26 lb-ft (35 Nm).
The rest are for mounting the sta-bar - they are all single-use per Ford, so I replaced mine when installing the new sta bar:
W720940S440 =...
I had the same experience trying to get the OEM plate recently - only took a few days once ordered from Ford for dealer pickup. I also purchased the OEM nuts and bolts to mount the plate and the disco, including new locknuts for the upper Sta bar links.
I added the Asfir aluminum trans plate -...
A lot of people report improved ride after replacing the stock sas bilstein shocks with the bilstein 6100’s (adjustable height). Still uses stock springs, and you can run them at stock height or add some height if you wish. They are much beefier than stock. I’m considering the 6100’s.
Try selling to Carvana. I had a great experience with them selling a Bronco Sport - they gave me a significantly higher offer than my dealer, and their process is simple.