This is the way. I just did it. Not all dealers were listed as an installer but for 500 plus 191 for included install I was on my way. The dealer has to honor that price. For 191 it kept me off the garage floor, was warranty work, and all the programming was done.
100% possible and I’ve done it. Make sure you’re behind the airbag. No wires crossing in front and you’re good.
Whenever I’m close to an airbag I disconnect the battery. Removes any risk.
Finished my JTop install and also got my Lange Originals hoist swapped from my old 2 door setup to 4-door duty. It’s plenty secure but I’m always thinking the worst when I park under it.
I found these kits great. They’re at the other end of the $20 Amazon spectrum. But used the IP50 on the hardtop bolts and it was exactly the right tool for the job
https://www.bronco6g.com/forum/threads/new-tool-day-grip-edge.128549/
I realize some of these responses, mine included, were pretty focused on towing. If that’s a requirement, I’d look at the Ranger Raptor. Same-ish platform as the Bronco and stupid fun. I used to own one.
I figured I would cross post here. Used both the blaze and genesis plates to give myself loads of layout options.
https://www.bronco6g.com/forum/threads/high-beam-trigger-xbb-obd2-relay-it-works-detailed-overview.129903/
A note on the rugged radio one. My midland antennas are too wide at the base to fit the recess in the mount. I picked up the RR antenna and like it. Might paint it black at some point.
Just wanting to share that I used the XBB solution and it's working great. Read about it here
High Beam Trigger - XBB OBD2 Relay - It Works - Detailed Overview
So - This all started with wanting to trigger my light bar with the high beam switch. I've seen many of you wanting to do this. And as many know - Highbeams are triggered by the CANBUS - not just a simple wire to tap. Thus started my somewhat expensive journey to solve this problem.
I'll just...