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allan
Mar 13, 2020

Rank V

Mar 13, 2020

Welcome to the Bronco Nation Forum! These forums are designed for you to connect with other enthusiasts, ask questions, or help other users find answers to their questions. Below are our core principles to show you what the Bronco Nation is all about. Enjoy!

The Ford Bronco is an American icon.
The Ford Bronco helped create the sport utility vehicle category and despite being out of the market for 25 years, remains one of the most admired off-road icons of the 20th century. Our goal at the Bronco Nation, is to create an ownership experience worthy of the Bronco name. A community like no other, anywhere on the planet, that makes enjoying the outdoors, the ownership experience, and the camaraderie of other owners, effortless and enjoyable.

All are welcome
The point of the Bronco Nation community is to include people from diverse backgrounds, skill levels, and life stages in their ownership experiences and lifestyles. Regardless of whether this is your first Bronco or just one of many, you are considered a welcome member to the Bronco family. 

A connection with nature is paramount
We believe a connection with the great outdoors and great experiences is a key to living. It gives us perspective, keeps us grounded, and feeds the explorer and wanderer deep in our DNA. As a community we will do our best to bring this out of all our members through events and experiences that are designed to push the boundaries.

Leave it better than you found it
This statement says it all. Our community is not about tearing up the lands we all enjoy; it is about using them while preserving them with a goal of leaving it better than we found it.

Safety is paramount
Safety first. The trip defines the needs. Research, ask questions, and investigate the requirements of any journey before you start. We prefer epic tales of adventure without bad endings.

We are better together
We don’t own information any more than we own the great outdoors. Share information freely and openly; we create a stronger community that way.

Be kind and be considerate.
It’s that simple.

Help each other and engage in the smallest of interactions
This is what community is all about. Remember that no one has all the answers and we all started somewhere. Patience and kindness go a long way in all areas of the Bronco Nation.

Have fun
We will never lose sight of why we created this community and we will do our best to facilitate an environment that is entertaining, informative and fun!
MrBlue-TheOBanks, 11Bronco
Moderator

Looking forward to being Rocky Mountain high!

Jun 09, 2025

#1080
Gave up a life of track racing in '07 and started RVing with a 4x4 toad in '08. Suzuki Grand Vitaras (go ahead, I've heard it all from Jeepers), but now have our first Bronco, a '24 2-dr Black Diamond. Looking to get some good miles, trails & stories behind with it!

Welcome to Bronco Nation! You're going to a lot of great adventures with your Black Diamond. What kind of track racing did you do?
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.
Dealership - Stephen's Auto Center.
Sven

Off-roading

Jun 09, 2025

#1081
Welcome to Bronco Nation! You're going to a lot of great adventures with your Black Diamond. What kind of track racing did you do?

Mostly Socal NASA in a 1st gen RX-7, although it started with VWoA inviting new VW owners out to Pahrump SMMP for a "get to know your VW" event that led to first modifying our B5 Passat, but realizing it was always gonna be a daily driver, getting a track RX-7 with a bona fide roll cage. Had fun, but when we started RVing vs (tent) camping, know we wanted a 4x4 so bought a Suzuki Grand Vitara which has been lots of fun. BUT, now we get to prep our Bronco for flat-towing and get it dirty while exploring!
Lots O Fords, Sven
Moderator

Looking forward to being Rocky Mountain high!

Jun 09, 2025

#1082
Mostly Socal NASA in a 1st gen RX-7, although it started with VWoA inviting new VW owners out to Pahrump SMMP for a "get to know your VW" event that led to first modifying our B5 Passat, but realizing it was always gonna be a daily driver, getting a track RX-7 with a bona fide roll cage. Had fun, but when we started RVing vs (tent) camping, know we wanted a 4x4 so bought a Suzuki Grand Vitara which has been lots of fun. BUT, now we get to prep our Bronco for flat-towing and get it dirty while exploring!

Awesome. I used to race NASA in the Midwest for 5 or 6 years in the American Iron series. It was way too much fun! Now I've traded that money pit hobby for another money pit hobby - the Bronco!😆
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.
Dealership - Stephen's Auto Center.
JoergH, Lots O Fords

Rank 0

Jun 13, 2025

#1083
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Got my 2024 Black Diamond about a month and a half ago. The wife and I absolutely love it!
Lots O Fords, Deano Bronc
Moderator

Looking forward to being Rocky Mountain high!

Jun 13, 2025

#1084
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Got my 2024 Black Diamond about a month and a half ago. The wife and I absolutely love it!

Welcome to Bronco Nation! Beautiful rig and scenery. Any modification plans in the works?
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.
Dealership - Stephen's Auto Center.
Louthar

Rank 0

Jun 13, 2025

#1085
Welcome to Bronco Nation! Beautiful rig and scenery. Any modification plans in the works?

Yes, I've put steps on the rock rails. Installed mud flaps, and I'm installing a tailgate table this weekend. So many options!
Chief Ron, PSUTE

Rank 0

Jun 14, 2025

#1086
Picked-up a new '25 Badlands Sasquatch this week...going off-roading for the first time ever tomorrow!

I'm in the Denver metro and plan on driving about 90 minutes into the mountains. Any recommendations for trail difficulty (ex: keep to 4 and below)?
Lots O Fords, Chief Ron

Zondo Bronco

Jun 23, 2025

#1087
Hey all,
Was hoping to post some pics of my new Bronco by now, but just heard from my dealer that there’s no ETA at the moment.
Apparently, my order is on a recall hold. Ordered back in March- (in production on 5/6/25)
It’s a 2025 Azure Gray Heritage Edition with some added options: slide-out tailgate and tow package.
Still super excited to be part of the community. Currently residing in San Diego, CA
Anyone else having similar delays?
Lots O Fords, Louthar

Rank 0

Jun 28, 2025

#1088
IMG_3483.jpeg2025 OuterBanks,2.7L, Lux pkg. Decided to stay OEM: got a set of OEM Heritage-style wheels in Dark Gray (From an Everglades version, I think): 17" x 8.5" with 30mm offset. 295/70R17 BFGoodrich KO3's. No rubbing. Stock Suspension. No lift. It's never too late to have a happy childhood, I guess.

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UserError, Deano Bronc

Rank IV

Fri at 6:37 pm

#1089
IMG_3483.jpeg2025 OuterBanks,2.7L, Lux pkg. Decided to stay OEM: got a set of OEM Heritage-style wheels in Dark Gray (From an Everglades version, I think): 17" x 8.5" with 30mm offset. 295/70R17 BFGoodrich KO3's. No rubbing. Stock Suspension. No lift. It's never too late to have a happy childhood, I guess.

Nice photo of your Bronco! Welcome to the BN Corral! 😃
2023 Wildtrak 4D Lux MIC Tow Oxford White
Deano Bronc, DragoBiscuit

Rank 0

Yesterday at 1:05 am

#1090
Howdy from the hotter-than-hell Sonoran Desert of central Arizona, also known as Phoenix, AZ.

I'm an 81YO, slightly arthritic, and chubby carguy and a happily retired (at age 55!) accountant who seems to be throwing a lot of money recently at cars.. A couple months ago I bought a gorgeous, new, metallic-red, '25 Badlands, put 35" aftermarket street-type wheels and tires on it...
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...and a week later traded it on a '24 Bronco Rapter in Iconic Silver Metallic...
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2025Jun26_DSC1923_Rear_2000w.jpg
The Badlands turned out to be bit bouncy and loose for me, and while the 2.7 had adequate power, little did I know when I bought it, adequate ain't adequate! Now I have the 418HP of the 3L V6 and all the other heavier-duty stuff the Raptor has...and paddleshifters, which I LOVE to use*.. WOW what a difference! Since I actively HATE black- or gray-painted light-alloy wheels, I have some 20x9" Weld machined-aluminum wheels and same-as-original (but KO3) 20" BFGs coming.. I'll post pics when they're mounted.

Have been accumating tools, strap, compressor, etc. to carry in it but have yet, after 1-1/2 weeks, to drive it offroad.. But I'll get there. 😀

* I spoiled myself on paddleshifters with three 2019-era Porsche Cayenne Turbos and a '23 Ford Explorer ST.
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Sven, UserError

Rank IV

Yesterday at 12:19 pm

#1091
Howdy from the hotter-than-hell Sonoran Desert of central Arizona, also known as Phoenix, AZ.

I'm an 81YO, slightly arthritic, and chubby carguy and a happily retired (at age 55!) accountant who seems to be throwing a lot of money recently at cars.. A couple months ago I bought a gorgeous, new, metallic-red, '95 Badlands, put 35" aftermarket street-type wheels and tires on it...
2025Jun18_DSC1232_L profile Frnt_2000w.jpg
...and a week later traded it on a '24 Bronco Rapter in Iconic Silver Metallic...
2025Jun26_DSC1920_R side front_2000w.jpg
2025Jun26_DSC1923_Rear_2000w.jpg
The Badlands turned out to be bit bouncy and loose for me, and while the 2.7 had adequate power, little did I know when I bought it, adequate ain't adequate! Now I have the 418HP of the 3L V6 and all the other heavier-duty stuff the Raptor has...and paddleshifters, which I LOVE to use*.. WOW what a difference! Since I actively HATE black- or gray-painted light-alloy wheels, I have some 20x9" Weld machined-aluminum wheels and same-as-original (but KO3) 20" BFGs coming.. I'll post pics when they're mounted.

Have been accumating tools, strap, compressor, etc. to carry in it but have yet, after 1-1/2 weeks, to drive it offroad.. But I'll get there. 😀

* I spoiled myself on paddleshifters with three 2019-era Porsche Cayenne Turbos and a '23 Ford Explorer ST.
2025Jan29_1010881_Red half polished R-side_1500w.jpg

Welcome to the BN Corral! I hope younenjoy your stay. There’s a ton of helpful info across the forums and many friendly folks more than willing to provide insights on how they made things work on their rides. 🙂
2023 Wildtrak 4D Lux MIC Tow Oxford White
PSUTE, Sven

Rank IV

Yesterday at 1:50 pm

#1092
Howdy from the hotter-than-hell Sonoran Desert of central Arizona, also known as Phoenix, AZ.

I'm an 81YO, slightly arthritic, and chubby carguy and a happily retired (at age 55!) accountant who seems to be throwing a lot of money recently at cars.. A couple months ago I bought a gorgeous, new, metallic-red, '95 Badlands, put 35" aftermarket street-type wheels and tires on it...
2025Jun18_DSC1232_L profile Frnt_2000w.jpg
...and a week later traded it on a '24 Bronco Rapter in Iconic Silver Metallic...
2025Jun26_DSC1920_R side front_2000w.jpg
2025Jun26_DSC1923_Rear_2000w.jpg
The Badlands turned out to be bit bouncy and loose for me, and while the 2.7 had adequate power, little did I know when I bought it, adequate ain't adequate! Now I have the 418HP of the 3L V6 and all the other heavier-duty stuff the Raptor has...and paddleshifters, which I LOVE to use*.. WOW what a difference! Since I actively HATE black- or gray-painted light-alloy wheels, I have some 20x9" Weld machined-aluminum wheels and same-as-original (but KO3) 20" BFGs coming.. I'll post pics when they're mounted.

Have been accumating tools, strap, compressor, etc. to carry in it but have yet, after 1-1/2 weeks, to drive it offroad.. But I'll get there. 😀

* I spoiled myself on paddleshifters with three 2019-era Porsche Cayenne Turbos and a '23 Ford Explorer ST.
2025Jan29_1010881_Red half polished R-side_1500w.jpg

Howdy pardner. I'm up in wickenburg enjoying the warm weather with you. Welcome to the corral.
PSUTE, Sven

That's a terrible idea, when do we start?

Yesterday at 9:40 pm

#1093
Picked-up a new '25 Badlands Sasquatch this week...going off-roading for the first time ever tomorrow!

I'm in the Denver metro and plan on driving about 90 minutes into the mountains. Any recommendations for trail difficulty (ex: keep to 4 and below)?

I would suggest getting a copy of OnX, if you haven't already. T will help you to find trails and then find your way around on those trails as well. https://www.onxmaps.com/offroad/app
OnX Trail Guide
4 Door BadSquatch | Soft-top | Velocity Blue | 2.7 Auto
Chief Ron, PSUTE

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