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Weak link in the interior finish ??

MarkPS
Nov 02, 2022

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Nov 02, 2022

I'm already seeing this: scuffs, and scratches on the interior, plastic, body panels. It feels like they are very very easy to scuff up. Anyone else noticing it ?
2Dr Badlands, manual, 322A, Iconic Silver, baby seal leather seat covers, reserved 2-24-22, stickered/blend date 9/30/22
TitsLaRue, Mal
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Rank V

Nov 02, 2022

#1
Think I've read about this issue. Ceramic coating the interior plastics and trims would help protect this. Lots of diy options out there and it's not very difficult.
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Nov 02, 2022

#2
tstarks
Think I've read about this issue. Ceramic coating the interior plastics and trims would help protect this. Lots of diy options out there and it's not very difficult.
Thanks. I'll add that to the list. Ceramic coat exterior, AND interior.
2Dr Badlands, manual, 322A, Iconic Silver, baby seal leather seat covers, reserved 2-24-22, stickered/blend date 9/30/22
radar3d, Bschurr

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Nov 02, 2022

#3
We might start hearing about people doing vinyl wrap the interior too?
radar3d

No Ragerts

Nov 02, 2022

#4
DSTAR777
We might start hearing about people doing vinyl wrap the interior too?
The plastics do scratch easily (and there is a lot of plastic!) but, it’s a rough, tough Bronco and shouldn’t be babied!

Wrap is tough to apply on the textured surfaces but there are DIY spray-paint solutions to freshen up the interior if it gets really bad.
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Trusted and Carefree

Nov 02, 2022

#5
I have heard tell its possible to soften the scratched with a heat gun and retexture, but I have never done this myself. maybe some other brave soul to give this a go and report back
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Nov 02, 2022

#6
Bschurr
The plastics do scratch easily (and there is a lot of plastic!) but, it’s a rough, tough Bronco and shouldn’t be babied!

Wrap is tough to apply on the textured surfaces but there are DIY spray-paint solutions to freshen up the interior if it gets really bad.
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2Dr Badlands, manual, 322A, Iconic Silver, baby seal leather seat covers, reserved 2-24-22, stickered/blend date 9/30/22
SCBronco1, Bschurr

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Nov 02, 2022

#7
DSTAR777
We might start hearing about people doing vinyl wrap the interior too?
I'm going to start investigating if someone can leather wrap the dash. I'm sure it can be done but at what cost.
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Nov 02, 2022

#8
tstarks
I'm going to start investigating if someone can leather wrap the dash. I'm sure it can be done but at what cost.
Several people on B6G have had their dash wrapped with leather. Really looks nice.
https://www.bronco6g.com/forum/threads/bad_bronco-build-so-far.38745/
2022 Bronco Badlands, 4D, Hot Pepper Red, 2.7, Squatch, Lux, and MIC.
7/13/2020 10:04pm reservation. Blend 6/16/2022 Delivered 6/26/2022.
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Nov 02, 2022

#9
Deano Bronc
Several people on B6G have had their dash wrapped with leather. Really looks nice.
https://www.bronco6g.com/forum/threads/bad_bronco-build-so-far.38745/


I like the finish on the dash, right now at least.

I like the idea of a wrap for the inside panels, but the ceramic DIY route seems a cheaper, easier route.
2Dr Badlands, manual, 322A, Iconic Silver, baby seal leather seat covers, reserved 2-24-22, stickered/blend date 9/30/22
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Nov 03, 2022

#10
MarkPS
I like the finish on the dash, right now at least.

I like the idea of a wrap for the inside panels, but the ceramic DIY route seems a cheaper, easier route.
Are there spacific areas you are noticing that at taking the brunt of the damage?
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Nov 03, 2022

#11
I had the ESP protection done inside and out. Maybe it will be good, maybe it’s snake oil.

P.S. Arrived OBX tonight.
22 | Badlands | Cyber | NonSAS | MIC | 2.7 Auto | Lux | Leather | Tow |
Res: 07/27/2020, Order: 11/04/2021, Sched: 8/8, Re-Sched: 8/15, In-Prod: 8/15, Blend: 8/19, Mods: 8/23, Chip Hold: 9/29, Built: 10/3, Ship: 10/4, Train #: 10/5, Delivered: 10/20.

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Nov 03, 2022

#12
I hear what you're saying, @MarkPS, but nothing lasts. It's not new for long, and it's bound to show its wear over time. Think of slipping on your favorite broken-in jeans, threadbare sweatshirt, or soft old baseball mitt. The Bronco should be no different. You're just breaking her in! ;)
Chris here. I drive a 2-door Velocity Blue 2023 Ford Bronco Badlands with Sasquatch, Lux, a 2.7L V6, and an automatic transmission. It’s fun.

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Nov 03, 2022

#13
tstarks
Are there spacific areas you are noticing that at taking the brunt of the damage?
It’s the finish of the plastic, and probably it’s hardness or lack of. If you ding the side walls it leaves a mark. Lots of those are probably just scuff marks, but you can see places where the surface is actually abraded/ scratched.
2Dr Badlands, manual, 322A, Iconic Silver, baby seal leather seat covers, reserved 2-24-22, stickered/blend date 9/30/22

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Nov 03, 2022

#14
BuckYeah
I hear what you're saying, @MarkPS, but nothing lasts. It's not new for long, and it's bound to show its wear over time. Think of slipping on your favorite broken-in jeans, threadbare sweatshirt, or soft old baseball mitt. The Bronco should be no different. You're just breaking her in! ;)
Oh yeah I know they’re coming. it’s just dropping $50k on something you want it to stay unmarked as long as possible .
2Dr Badlands, manual, 322A, Iconic Silver, baby seal leather seat covers, reserved 2-24-22, stickered/blend date 9/30/22
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Nov 03, 2022

#15
MarkPS
Oh yeah I know they’re coming. it’s just dropping $50k on something you want it to stay unmarked as long as possible .
Exactly 63K here
22 | Badlands | Cyber | NonSAS | MIC | 2.7 Auto | Lux | Leather | Tow |
Res: 07/27/2020, Order: 11/04/2021, Sched: 8/8, Re-Sched: 8/15, In-Prod: 8/15, Blend: 8/19, Mods: 8/23, Chip Hold: 9/29, Built: 10/3, Ship: 10/4, Train #: 10/5, Delivered: 10/20.

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Nov 03, 2022

#16
MarkPS
Oh yeah I know they’re coming. it’s just dropping $50k on something you want it to stay unmarked as long as possible .
I hear ya. That’s why it’s important for you to take as many photos of your Bronco as possible, as soon as you take delivery, so your Bronco can say “See when I was young and beautiful?” 😋
Chris here. I drive a 2-door Velocity Blue 2023 Ford Bronco Badlands with Sasquatch, Lux, a 2.7L V6, and an automatic transmission. It’s fun.

"Stupidity is a more dangerous enemy of the good than malice." - Dietrich Bonhoeffer
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Nov 03, 2022

#17
radar3d
I had the ESP protection done inside and out. Maybe it will be good, maybe it’s snake oil.

P.S. Arrived OBX tonight.


I have to go back to RVA for an event but will probably be around this weekend .may need to do a BN beach crawl
2Dr Badlands, manual, 322A, Iconic Silver, baby seal leather seat covers, reserved 2-24-22, stickered/blend date 9/30/22

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Nov 03, 2022

#18
MarkPS
I have to go back to RVA for an event but will probably be around this weekend .may need to do a BN beach crawl
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22 | Badlands | Cyber | NonSAS | MIC | 2.7 Auto | Lux | Leather | Tow |
Res: 07/27/2020, Order: 11/04/2021, Sched: 8/8, Re-Sched: 8/15, In-Prod: 8/15, Blend: 8/19, Mods: 8/23, Chip Hold: 9/29, Built: 10/3, Ship: 10/4, Train #: 10/5, Delivered: 10/20.
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Nov 03, 2022

#19
MarkPS
I'm already seeing this: scuffs, and scratches on the interior, plastic, body panels. It feels like they are very very easy to scuff up. Anyone else noticing it ?
Yes. Even upon delivery some throughout and a big scratch across the steering wheel center below the Bronco emblem.
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