People need to reset the cost of a car in their minds, the AVERAGE for a new car MSRP is around $52,000 now... (The Scrambler will still be to expensive, but expecting any kind of specialty vehicle for under 50k is no longer reality,)
"Death Wobble" can occur in anything with a Solid Front Axle...
Actually used my TD tie rod kit this weekend for the first time after carrying it for 5 years.. Made the job a quick and easy fix, Definitely worth having such a kit.
I haven't really looked at Mammoth again since they first opened it, but unless there have been major changes to tone it down, I really don't think any full body rigs have any business on that trail, It really calls for tube chassis buggies or heavily built cages welded to the frame...
I said he may need a modular because the Ford kit I linked is literally titled;
"Bronco 4Dr 2021-2026 Steel Full Body Bash Plate for vehicles with Modular Front Bumper "
I've never been able to confirm that the Modular Bumper skid plate is the same skid plate as the one paired with a capable...
For light off-road use, the Ford skid kit is actually a pretty good value, and if you have any Ford Points from your purchase, you could apply those to get them even cheaper;
https://www.ford.com/product/steel-full-body-bash-plate-for-vehicles-with-modular-front-bumper-for-4door-p2928889026...
For a dedicated off road rig, it's really hard to beat a 2004-2006 TJ or LJ Rubicon as a starting point.
Once you get into the JK and above, you start dealing with a lot more computerization and electronics dependencies.
I traded in a two door JK Rubicon on my 6G Bronco, and am not looking...
I just got the letter for my '22 yesterday, with 'Parts Available' So I'm guessing the new round is waiting to see how many get in for the previous one...
All years, and I'm not sure, but I think if it's the original on a 2021 4 door, it has to be a MIC, but if it doesn't have cracks already it's probably fine.
You say it's going to be a toy, if you plan on serious off roading that includes rock crawling, I'd plan on upgrading the steering rack...