4x4 Class 101 (Saving Broncos from Permanent Mall Crawler Duty)

[ColoradoGuy]

I've not even heard of it before...is it an option when ordering?

It's supposed to be standard but Ford hasn't released that app yet. Info here: Bronco Fordpass Performance App With Off-road Navigation | 2021 Ford Bronco Videos | Ford Owner Support

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[telenerd]

Howdy,

Quick question I have some soft shackles and kentic rope for buddy recovery in sand/snow/mud. I’ve seen the hitch mount soft shackle receivers however should I just use the tow hooks instead since the Bronco tow hitch is only limited to less weight than Bronco?

 

[JPG]

Howdy,

Quick question I have some soft shackles and kentic rope for buddy recovery in sand/snow/mud. I’ve seen the hitch mount soft shackle receivers however should I just use the tow hooks instead since the Bronco tow hitch is only limited to less weight than Bronco?

Yes you should, there are a couple of reports of people recovering with the hitch ending with a bent frame

 

[telenerd]

Yes you should, there are a couple of reports of people recovering with the hitch ending with a bent frame

Thanks

Would you recommend doing a bridle with a tree saver since I have 2 tow hooks on my Badlands?

 

[Big Boss]

I am going to re bump this with a dumb noob question. when to use 4L vs 4H when off roading. My understanding was you only use 4L when you need maximum grip/torque IE in mud, rocks, steep climbing.

Now I have only been off road twice , easy trails nothing extreme both times our guide/group leader said go into 4L, since we won't be at speeds to need 4H.

 

[BAUS67]

I am going to re bump this with a dumb noob question. when to use 4L vs 4H when off roading. My understanding was you only use 4L when you need maximum grip/torque IE in mud, rocks, steep climbing.

Now I have only been off road twice , easy trails nothing extreme both times our guide/group leader said go into 4L, since we won't be at speeds to need 4H.

Basically,


4L is for slow wheeling. Lots of gear reduction.

4H is for fast wheeling.

 

[Big Boss]

Basically,


4L is for slow wheeling. Lots of gear reduction.

4H is for fast wheeling.

Good to know, so basically just going through trails even if they are easy use 4L and only 4H when you got a chance to open it up.

 

[BAUS67]

Good to know, so basically just going through trails even if they are easy use 4L and only 4H when you got a chance to open it up.

I would use 4H most of the time. You get to a real rocky or rough section then use 4L.

When you switch from 2H to 4H you can just switch. When you want 4L you have to put transmission in neutral. So it is easier to just switch from 2H to 4H if needed. I would only use 4L if it get "hairy".

 

[Mattwings]

I am going to re bump this with a dumb noob question. when to use 4L vs 4H when off roading. My understanding was you only use 4L when you need maximum grip/torque IE in mud, rocks, steep climbing.

Now I have only been off road twice , easy trails nothing extreme both times our guide/group leader said go into 4L, since we won't be at speeds to need 4H.

You will receive different opinions, but what I have been taught by more than one of my off road peers, is that you use 4L for almost everything off-road. It is far easier on the drivetrain in almost very scenario. There are occasions where 4H makes sense, like higher speed running on two tracks or fire roads, but as a general rule of thumb, 4L should be the default off road.

 

[bf4445]

Howdy,

Quick question I have some soft shackles and kentic rope for buddy recovery in sand/snow/mud. I’ve seen the hitch mount soft shackle receivers however should I just use the tow hooks instead since the Bronco tow hitch is only limited to less weight than Bronco?

Thats a loaded question. If your vehicle is buried down to the axles then pulling is going to put tremendous strain on your suspension at a minimum. One of the first things you learn after making the repairs is its best to jack up each buried wheel and stick stuff under it before pulling from any location which will reduce strain on your vehicle and save you mega $$$$. I've seen brand new rigs turned into almost junk with twisted frames and other problems not covered by warranty.

 

[denis4x4]

While I haven't read all 13 pages, I've read enough to know that there's a lot of misinformation here! I built a home in Telluride in 1985 and also purchased a Jeep Unlimited and threw thousands of dollars at it for all the tricks stuff like ARB lockers, etc. My last jeep was a stock 2 door Wrangler and the only add ons were BF Goodrich tires with HD side walls and a Warn winch to pull out the other guys. I've done Black Bear Pass backwards as well as most of the trails in SE Utah and Northern New Mexico with a stocker. Learning to drive off road can't be done on a two week vacation. In all fairness, I was retired and able to wheel every week through the summer in some of the best trails in the Rockies. We were overlanding before we knew what to call it! Pulled a 12' 1951 canned ham in places you wouldn't believe. Never forget, UP HILL HAS THE RIGHT OF WAY!

 

[HalfmuleFarmer]

Good to know, so basically just going through trails even if they are easy use 4L and only 4H when you got a chance to open it up.

I would say it’s more a question of what surface you’re dealing with and what traction you need. Speed is a function of that. If you’re crawling, because the trail is gnarly, or slick, or muddy, or all of the above, you’ll be going about 4mph max, in first gear (manual or auto-shift) and then, yeah, 4L is absolutely the match for that scenario.

But in a lot of other less nasty situations, where you might be going 15-25mph, bumpy but not a traction issue, something more like 2nd or 3rd gear, then 4H is more of a match to that situation than 4L.

Smooth trails or fire service roads with no obstacles on a nice day? I like 4A in those situations. More agile.

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