I don't think it's bragging for most...beauty in the eyes of the holder...all kinds of different out there.
No stinking badge for me, peeled it off about two days after delivery.
Pull the crash bars and yes, they will fit on your BB wheels...and yes, they will rub full stuff/lock. They'll also be extremely close to rubbing the UCAs.
A 285/70-17 or 35 x 10.50 on the BB wheels would work OR new wheels w/ +30mm (or less) offset would work for the 315/70-17s.
If you plan to keep the truck for longer than the 5yr-60 powertrain warranty it would be a no brainer for me. If you're the type to trade every two or three years probably not worth it unless your putting on 20k-30k miles/yr.
I was referring to the other bolt hole below the two bolts on the right of the photo. I'm going by memory...this would of been one of two bolts that supported both the OEM skids, no?
Yes, that looks right. Loosen those three bolts just enough to free up the diff skid then remove the diff skid rear bolts and slide it out. Only need to loosen the front bolts just a few turns...they'll still be plenty of engagement to support the winch.
Curious...what do the instructions say...
I've used Stabil's "Marine" version in everything from lawn mowers, generators, ATVs, outboard motors and several cars/trucks w/o issue. With that being said, I have not had a need to use it in the Bronco. IMO you'll be fine to add a few gallons at a time to say a half tank of fresh fuel.
I'm not familiar with the Lobo product but if uses the same bolts locations as OEM it's really no issue to remove the oil pan skid...loosen (don't remove) the two front oil pan bolts, remove the two rear oil pan bolts & slide the skid out. IMO removing the skids on a regular basis (like during...