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If the event happens this year, should Ford take Bronco to the Easter Jeep Safari?
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Well, interesting question!If the event happens this year, should Ford take Bronco to the Easter Jeep Safari?
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Not sure who has spoken to whom. We've just heard the rumors and where wondering what kind of conversation it would spark. It's interesting that Jeep, at least in some circles, is pretty much the Kleenex of wheeling. Obviously, not us Bronco people but to the public at large.Has Mike Kelso spoken to Mike Levine and extended an invitation?
I would expect Mike Kelso to derive some financial support from Jeep. It could put him in an awkward position if a bunch of Broncos crashes his party.Not sure who has spoken to who. We've just heard the rumors and where wondering what kind of conversation it would spark. It's interesting that Jeep, at least in some circles, is pretty much the Kleenex of wheeling. Obviously, not us Bronco people but to the public at large.
I hear a ton of good ideas and propositions here. If a handshake can be extended on behalf of Ford Nation to Mike Kelso, it paves a better off-road foundation. I like the dinner idea, and when the Nation sponsors their first big event, I hope a hand can be extended to all off-roaders and overlanders.If the event happens this year, should Ford take Bronco to the Easter Jeep Safari?
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Ford needs to bring a Bronco with a 7.3 there.It's a lose-lose situation if they go. The people that are traveling to Easter Jeep Safari are firmly entrenched in the Jeep camp. You're not bringing them over.
So you're going to spend a bunch of money promoting the brand new vehicle that will earn next to nothing in sales.
On TOP of that, Jeep always brings ridiculous prototypes and 1 off vehicles. And you know the 392 will be there. So unless your planning on the world's worst debut for the Warthog, it makes no sense.
People on both sides already know there's a rivalry brewing. And the enthusiasts on both sides are probably entrenched in their camp and I hope they can acknowledge the other's strong points. The purpose of events like these is the halo effect. To move the enthusiasts over further, so they'll grab more of the larger customer base. It makes no sense to go and try to sway the hardcore jeeper. Go after the larger base.
What are you using for a chain saw? I've been torturing a Makita 16" and its comparable to a Husky in the same size range. Unless you are cutting 16" cherry logs the batts last quite a while. The kicker is charging the batts in the woods.When @David asked the question of whether Ford, the Corporation, should participate in the 2021 Easter Jeep Safari, it prompted within me a more important question.
How will I, as a Bronco owner, integrate within the off-road enthusiast community? My community has an established network of trails and many Jeep, Land Rover, and Toyota owners. Maybe my approach will consist of three components.
I hope many Bronco owners will participate in the 2022 Easter Jeep Safari as off-road enthusiasts and perhaps become active in supporting trail maintenance and all the other aspects which make us valued members of the community.
- Understanding: My Jeep buddies love off-road adventures, and they have thousands of dollars invested in their vehicles. Sure, they cuss about certain quirks, but in many ways, those Jeeps bring them joy.
- Participation: Many off-road enthusiasts love their sport and want to share their wisdom. They like when members come prepared to help and be helped.
- Support: In my area, we have wooded trails which need spring clean-up. I suspect my chain saw would be a welcome sight for ongoing trail maintenance.
Using the same Makita 16", got 4 batteries. Problem solved!What are you using for a chain saw? I've been torturing a Makita 16" and its comparable to a Husky in the same size range. Unless you are cutting 16" cherry logs the batts last quite a while. The kicker is charging the batts in the woods.![]()