I'm building similar to your build. One thing everyone should consider regarding swapping tires on the base (or any model) is the weight of the upgraded tire. I'm looking at BFG K02s in 2 sizes, LT235/85 R16 and LT265/75 R16. The 235s weigh 48 Lbs; the 265s weigh 53 Lbs. The stock tires weigh 37 Lbs. While that looks like a significant weight increase, I looked at the tires on the BD (26570 R17). Those are not E load range - they are SL. Those weigh 44 Lbs. I'm thinking the BD axles and base axles, brakes, etc are the same. The 17" wheels on the BD weigh about 6 Lbs more than the 16" base wheels. The tire weight gain of the KO2s shouldn't matter given the BD tire/wheel combination is pretty close. I understand going to a E load range tire will give a stiffer ride, but that's something I'm willing to accept for the slightly larger and better A/T tires over a passenger all season tire. My concern was to not add additional unsprung weight. Let me know if I'm missing something here.My build will cost $31,969. I guess it will be $31,669 if I use my FordPass points and some of this can be classified as "accessories".
- Base Manual Antimatter 2-Door
- Modular Bumper with Bash Plate
- Brush Guard (which will "block" Bronco lettering that is already black on black anyways, so it is OK).
- Aux Switches (will wire up so my interior lights can be controlled individually when the car is off), plus a switch for the air compressor.
- Roof Rack with canoe straps. Will love the tie downs in the front. I am literally buying a canoe to be able to use those tie downs, but I expect to use it often, just to go to the lake 20 miles away.
- Floor liners
After I get it, I will buy a second set of 32s or 33s and swap them out 2x/year ("Daily driving season" v. bigger tires for "offload season"). Maybe I paint the steel wheels black or even dark blue?
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