I had a similar experience with the cam phasers on my wife’s expedition. Not nearly as long as your ordeal. I called the 1800 number and in a humble, I’m in need voice asked for help. They responded and I got an extra 36000 mile 4 year bumper to bumper warranty added to the 3/36. I suggest...
For perspective the last Gen 5 1996 bronco with a 351 (5.8 liter) had 205 hp. 300 hp from the 2.3 is plenty.
If you need a 4wd vehicle with a lot of power go buy a superduty with the high output diesel. 500 hp 1200 lbs of torque. A 7500 lb monster that runs a 14.1 second 1/4 mile. It will...
$25 shipped. Does not interfere with adaptive cruise or any other sensors.
https://www.bronco6g.com/forum/threads/price-drop-front-license-plate-brackets-for-your-bronco.35962/