2022 Black Diamond 2-Door 7MT

[soupcansam]

Build Timeline​

I ordered a 2022 Black Diamond with no add-ons, just a 7MT with the part-time 4x4 system.

Ordered	Production	Built	Delivered	Bought
03/07/22​	10/24/22​	10/25/22​	10/27/22​	10/29/22​

Total Cost​

The goal here is to keep track of the total cost to own excluding things like gas, car washes, etc. Those can be estimated with all the data here.

OOTD Price	Modifications	OEM Parts Sold	Service/Maint.	Total Cost
41546.42*​	5023.42​	0.00​	294.56​	46,864.40​

*Price after $1,600 MY 22.5 Price Protection (received 90 days after purchase, so still paid taxes on the increased price)

Modifications​

This is a list of mods that I plan on doing over the course of 2 to 3 years (in order of installation date) and a way to track cost (excluding tools bought to help with the mods). Listed in the order of installation. My general inspiration is to make this a "baby" G-Wagon that is still capable off-road.

So, my focus at the beginning is on things that are either for convenience, quality improvement, or protection, e.g., sound deadening, PPF, towing, etc.

Then, I'll look into performance related mods, like slightly larger tires, engine tunes, etc.

And then lastly, I'll look into "luxurifying" modifications, such as leather interior, hard top modifications (or a completely new one) and things like that.

The estimated total cost of the things I plan on doing is ~$9k-12k. Some modifications will fall under general maintenance as I plan to replace them only when I absolutely need to (e.g., 285/70R17 tires when the current 265/70R17 set wear down). I also plan on buying most of these things when there are sales and using discount codes, Ford Pass, and credit card rewards point.

Purchased Items	Installed On	Cost
Spigen Tempered Glass Screen Protector​	Nov. 5, 2022​	22.99​
CravenSpeed Shorty Antenna​	Nov. 5, 2022​	25.00​
Mabett Crash Bar End Caps​	Nov. 5, 2022​	29.99​
Mabett Glove Box Organizer​	Nov. 5, 2022​	12.99​
Bro-Flaps Non-Sas Front & Rear Mud Flaps​	Front: Nov. 11, 2022​ Rear: Nov. 14, 2022​	162.41​
Mabett Seat Back Protectors​	Nov. 29, 2022​	57.23​
OMU Rear Window Heater Protection Trim​	Dec. 7, 2022​	19.00​
Redline Tuning Hood Struts​	Dec. 7, 2022​	88.91​
Zroadz Rock Slider Side Steps (Warranty Issues)​	Dec. 10, 2022​	889.50 + 143.59​
INNOLIFE Car Net/Pouch (for center console)​	Dec. 28, 2022​	9.99​
Ford Black Platinum Door Sill Plates​	Jan. 10, 2023​	89.00*​
Viofo A119 V3 Dash Cam, Hardwire Kit, Fuse Taps​	Jan. 13, 2023​	(Previous) + 17.99 + 6.99​
Oracle LED Reverse Lights​	Feb. 28, 2023​	47.83**​
XPEL Full Frontal PPF + Tint​	Mar. 6-Mar. 13, 2023​	3,195.90​
Wheel Locks, Storage Bag​	Mar. 15, 2023​	37.14 + 9.53​
Black Lug Nuts​	Mar. 15, 2023​	38.16​
Curt Tow Hitch​	Apr. 8, 2023​	94.45​
Sound Deadening (Kilmat, Siless, Felt Underlayment, Hood Insulation, Hushmat Tape, Felt Tape, Weather Stripping, Tools, Rsrcs: Link)​	Doors: May 19, 2023​ Hood: May 22, 2023​ Rear: Jun. 4 & Jul. 26, 2023​ Front:​	443.98**​
Mabett Trunk Lower Storage Mat​	Jun. 13, 2023​	29.42​
XPEL Door Guard (x2)​	Tailgate: Jul. 9, 2023​ Door Sills:​	48.58​
Rear Trim Broken Clips: 1st and 2nd​	Jul. 26, 2023​	51.56​
Paint for Emblems, Grille Letters, (Eruption Green, Clear Coat, Primer, Gloss Black)​	Grille Letters: Ford Oval: Bronco Emblem:	59.13**​
Color Matched Bug Deflector​
Sound Deadening (Hard Top - B Pillar, Rsrc: Link 1, Link 2)​
Archetype Racing Weighted Shift Knob​
TuxMat Front Floor Mats​
Tow Harness (Curt or Ford, Link)​
Exhaust (AFE, Borla, Corsa, MagnaFlow, Injen)​
Air Intake (AFE, Injen, S&B)​
Ford Performance Tune​
Katzkin Leather Interior (Heated & Cooled Seats, Dash, various pieces of plastic trim)​
Archetype Racing Steering Wheel​
Tire Cover (Opt 1, Opt 2)​
Herculiner Bedliner for Pinch Weld, Emblems, etc.​	-​	16.31​
F.O.R.D. Grille Letters​	Not Installed​	51.94**​
Running Total​	-​	5715.30​
Running Total after Savings​	-​	5023.42​

*Purchased using Fordpass rewards points, not counted towards total
**Purchased using credit card rewards points, not counted towards total

Below, is a list of possible modifications that I am on the fence about or that haven't become available yet (and may possible never).

• MT Stuff
  • Maybe, if/when MT issues are sorted out (grinding noise)
  • Steeda Clutch Spring
  • B&M Short Shifter
• Cargo Area
  • Platform
    • Diabolical 2 Door Leveling/Drawer
    • DIY w. Builtright Molle Panels (Option 1, Option 2)
    • American Adventure Labs Drawer System
  • Tailgate Storage
    • DIY "cabinet" trim that hangs where tailgate tables normally go
      • Not a fan of the look of the tailgate tables or molle panels (Goose + Course or Similar)
• Off-roading/Armor
  • TurnOffroad Tire Carrier (Review) or BroncBuster Hinges or Raptor Hinges
  • Eibach Coilovers Stage 1 or Stage 2
  • Underbody Armor/Skid Plates
  • Winch + Lobo hidden winch plate
• Engine
  • 2.3l Oil Catch can
  • Turbosmart Blowoff Valve
• Aftermarket Hard Top (Color Matched)
  • Eventually, depending on MIC long-term reliability and if anyone actually makes any good ones for the 2-Door
  • Turn Offroad Targa Style Hardtop
  • Anderson Composites stated a 2-door version will be ready later in 2023.
• Lighting Upgrades/Additions
  • Oracle Mirror Ditch Lights
    • Mirror Puddle Lights
    • Would color match the mirror caps as well
  • 21 Offroad Magic Reverse Harness
  • AVS Aeroskin Lightshield (Pro) (Tips/Tricks)
  • Aux Switch Labels
  • Interior Lights (Cargo Area Light, etc.)
  • Upgraded Fog Lights (Install Example, Alternative Option, Option 2)
  • Diode Dynamics Reverse Lights
• Comfort/Cosmetic
  • Non-paracard (OEM Looking) roll bar grab handle
  • BFN Color Matched Components
  • Ceramic Coating (DIY)
• Audio
  • Speaker Upgrade (Link 1, Link 2, Link 3, Link 4, Link 5)
  • Kicker Key Amp 200.4 (Link 1)
  • Sub?

Service & Maintenance & Warranty​

Interval	Notes	Total Cost
5,000 Mile Service​	Date: Feb. 25, 2023 Odometer: 4,160 miles Average MPG: 18.6 avg (87 Octane)	Dealer: 138.63 (Oil change, refused to do 5 tire rotation) Discount Tire: 63.56 (Lifetime Tire Rotation)
10,000 Mile Service​	Date: Aug. 15, 2023 Odometer: 10,342 miles Average MPG: 19.8 avg (87 Octane)	Dealer: 92.37 (Oil change, 5 tire rotation; different dealer)
TSB 23-2019/22-2371​	Date: Odometer:
15,000 Mile Service​	Date: Odometer: Average MPG:
20,000 Mile Service​	Date: Odometer: Average MPG:
25,000 Mile Service​	Date: Odometer: Average MPG:
Tire Replacement (Upgrade to 33"s?)​	Date: Odometer:
Total​	-​	294.56​

OEM Parts/Take-offs Sold
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OEM Take-off	Sold ? (Yes/No)	Selling Price
Ford Factory Rock Rails​	No​	​
F.O.R.D. Grille Letters​	No​	​

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[2020FordRaptor]

Very nice list so far!

 

[Mortonm]

Nice!, the 2dr version of mine

Do you have any pics of the mud flaps installed ?

 

[soupcansam]

Mod: BroFlaps Non-Sas Front and Rear Mudflaps

Front Mudflaps w/ Ford Rock Rails:

Front Mudflaps w/ Zroadz Side Steps:

Rear Mudflaps:

Pros:

• OEM look + less rigid design than similarly priced mudflaps on the market.
• Front mudflaps were super easy to install.
• Rear mudflaps were less easy to install, but still straightforward.
• Included right-angle drill attachment and drill bit for rear mudflaps.
• Option to purchase extenders.
• Owners were easy to contact and quick to respond to any questions I had.

Cons:

• Screws were silver. In the future, will have to paint them black so they blend in.

 

[Mortonm]

Mod: BroFlaps Non-Sas Front and Rear Mudflaps

Front Mudflaps w/ Ford Rock Rails:
View attachment 436220 View attachment 436222


Front Mudflaps w/ Zroadz Side Steps:
(will add these soon)

Rear Mudflaps:
(will add these soon)

Pros:

• OEM look + less rigid design than similarly priced mudflaps on the market
• Front mudflaps were super easy to install.
• Rear mudflaps were less easy to install, but still straightforward.
• Included right-angle drill attachment and drill bit for rear mudflaps
• Option to purchase extenders
• Owners were easy to contact and quick to respond to any questions I had.

Cons:

• Screws were silver. In the future, will have to paint them black so they blend in.

Thank you. The rear does make me nervous drilling into the bumper. I'm considering only the front.

Does it completely remove spray off the side or extenders needed for that ?

 

[soupcansam]

Thank you. The rear does make me nervous drilling into the bumper. I'm considering only the front.

Does it completely remove spray off the side or extenders needed for that ?

I saw a noticeable difference in spray and looking at the inside portion of the mudflaps, its obvious that they're working as intended. I think the extenders would be nice for bigger tires, but beyond that I'm not sure.

 

[Mortonm]

I saw a noticeable difference in spray and looking at the inside poriton of the mudflaps its obvious that they're working as entended. I think the extenders would be nice for bigger tires, but beyond that I'm not sure.

I don't really plan on going any bigger. Certainly not wider. Likely 255 80s one day.

 

[soupcansam]

I don't really plan on going any bigger. Certainly not wider. Likely 255 80s one day.

I think that should be fine, but I guess it would also depend on the type of tire you replace it with. Someone can correct me if I'm wrong, but if it's a rock magnet like the Sasquatch tires are, then it might be worth purchasing the extenders after the fact.

I'm also sure if you message the owners on Etsy, they'd give you some solid advice.

 

[Mortonm]

I think that should be fine, but I guess it would also depend on the type of tire you replace it with. Someone can correct me if I'm wrong, but if it's a rock magnet like the Sasquatch tires are, then it might be worth purchasing the extenders after the fact.

I'm also sure if you message the owners on Etsy, they'd give you some solid advice.

Thanks. Appreciate all your time

 

[soupcansam]

Mod: OMU Rear Window Heater Protection Trim

Up-close view, Before and After:

View from Front Seats:

It's really dumb how Ford left the rear defroster wires exposed. I saw some posts about them breaking off easily and wanted an inexpensive solution to prevent that from happening to me. I think they're worth it as I imagine that it would cost more and be more of a headache to fix these wires when/if they break.

You can't really see them from the rear-view mirror so you forget that they are there pretty quickly. If someone eventually comes along with a better looking option, I might consider getting that instead but this works well.

 

[soupcansam]

Mod: Redline Tuning Hood Struts

 

[soupcansam]

Mod: Zroadz Rock Slider Side Steps

Comparison to Ford Factory Rails:

After Installation:

I wanted to replace the Ford Factory Rock Rails with an actual step without losing the same level of functionality. I know these aren't technically rock sliders since they aren't frame mounted, but neither are the rails from Ford and these seem sturdy enough for my use. Plus they are made in the USA and they look the best out of all the options on the market, in my opinion.

Now, I originally ordered these in early November, but ran into a warranty issue when one of the studs on the driver's-side sidestep broke off while installing. I contacted Zroadz immediately afterwards, received a replacement step in early December, and sent the defective step back to them. Just be aware, Zroadz makes customers pay for shipping defective parts back to them, even with warranty claims. Their customer service can also be unresponsive at times.

But beyond that, the actual product itself is amazing and it's held up very nicely over the past 2 months.

 

[Karl_in_Chicago]

Curious on your opinion on the door sill plates. Also - did you augment the sill protection with the Xpel film? It's not clear how it was used. Nice truck!

 

[JojoReady]

You’re missing the best mod of all on a 2 Dr BD, a BestTop Trektop. It will transform your Bronco experience!

 

[soupcansam]

Curious on your opinion on the door sill plates. Also - did you augment the sill protection with the Xpel film? It's not clear how it was used. Nice truck!

I like them mainly because they look cool against the eruption green paint. They were a bit tricky to get lined up and straight because I'm terrible at eyeing things like that, but I found this youtube video that gave a "measurable" way to do that. I'll post pictures of it soon.

They definitely do not do much in the way of protecting the door sill though, which is why I wanted to install the clear XPEL door sill guard. But, I ran out of sunlight that day and every day since has been pretty cold so I just haven't gotten around to doing it yet. Sorry for the confusion.

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