Auxiliary Switches in Overhead console

[kkurni]

Just notice that OB does not have this by default.

And my dealer told me that my order just being reviewed today.

Is it worth to add Auxiliary Switches to the order?
Will this pain if I need to add lights later?
Will this impact my build date?

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[604Bronco]

Just notice that OB does not have this by default.

And my dealer told me that my order just being reviewed today.

Is it worth to add Auxiliary Switches to the order?
Will this pain if I need to add lights later?
Will this impact my build date?

Depends if you want to add a bunch of accessories later; that’s really a “you” decision. I believe the wiring is all plumbed in behind the scenes, but you would need the AUX switches and a relay (I think that’s what I read on another post about this).

It’s likely a fairly easy add, however, if you’re like me, I have no interest or skill to add this, no matter how easy. For me, it’s something I would have opted for if it didn’t come with the Badlands trim level.

Maybe - I don’t think this is a constraint part, however you always risk some delay when adding more items to your build. I think this is a low risk one though, IMO.

Edit: Here’s a thread you may find helpful: https://www.bronco6g.com/forum/threads/installing-overhead-aux-switches-after-sales.20614/

 

[Java9]

Just notice that OB does not have this by default.

And my dealer told me that my order just being reviewed today.

Is it worth to add Auxiliary Switches to the order?
Will this pain if I need to add lights later?
Will this impact my build date?

1) $200 for 6 switches and wiring is pretty cheap
2) Have you ever wired anything before? It’s not overly difficult. (Not a jab, but actual question) also, having it pre-wired saves on popping plastic on and off.
3) No one knows. If they claim to, ask them for the next lottery #s while you’re at lol

 

[Dirtyjed]

I've wired a few rock crawlers and for the price point it was a no brainer add.
No idea what effect it'll have on your order.

 

[Raptor911]

Get it! I would not buy a bronco without it.

 

[hemiblas]

Get it!!

 

[e90steve]

It's cheap. Add it AND Rear Locker if you haven't already.

My only regret in my build is not adding rear locker... sucks. My dealer told me it was too late I already had a vin but wasn't built and now my car will be sitting in dirt mountain for months. What a joke.

 

[mjopp]

I opted for the prewired aux switches, they look and feel much better than after market aux switches I've seen on Wranglers in the past. At a minimum it contributes a little bit to resale value.

I don't know if there's space under the hood, but an air compressor would be amazing. Other aux switch opportunities would be more lights.

 

[kkurni]

It's cheap. Add it AND Rear Locker if you haven't already.

My only regret in my build is not adding rear locker... sucks. My dealer told me it was too late I already had a vin but wasn't built and now my car will be sitting in dirt mountain for months. What a joke.

How to get this rear locker?
Did you mean rear locking differential?
Is this part of sasquash package?

 

[e90steve]

No, it's 4.27 Locking Rear Axle Final Drive Ratio $795.

Add on option for OBX well worth it. Your car will be much better resale value if you have it.

 

[Dirtyjed]

I opted for the prewired aux switches, they look and feel much better than after market aux switches I've seen on Wranglers in the past. At a minimum it contributes a little bit to resale value.

I don't know if there's space under the hood, but an air compressor would be amazing.

OBA, aux lighting, disco lights and fridge are what I plan on using mine for.

 

[Lakelife36]

How to get this rear locker?
Did you mean rear locking differential?
Is this part of sasquash package?

It's an added option on most trims. Yes it's the rear locking diff. Yes it's also part of sasquatch along with a front diff locker.

 

[lakesinai]

Just notice that OB does not have this by default.

And my dealer told me that my order just being reviewed today.

Is it worth to add Auxiliary Switches to the order?
Will this pain if I need to add lights later?
Will this impact my build date?

I added the feature to my OBX build, its cheap enough. Just in case. I did lose the sunglasses holder, an issue in a car already short on storage space. Did i make the right decision? That depends on whether i use a switch! Ill let you know in 3 years!

 

[lakesinai]

It's cheap. Add it AND Rear Locker if you haven't already.

My only regret in my build is not adding rear locker... sucks. My dealer told me it was too late I already had a vin but wasn't built and now my car will be sitting in dirt mountain for months. What a joke.

I did add the rear locker, and glad i did for beach driving. But the downside is that the axle ratio changed from 3.73 to 4.27, which will affect highway gas mileage for those trips to the Outer Banks!

 

[dominicenoa]

Just notice that OB does not have this by default.

And my dealer told me that my order just being reviewed today.

Is it worth to add Auxiliary Switches to the order?
Will this pain if I need to add lights later?
Will this impact my build date?

For me, the aux switches are a no-brainer. I'm not a major off-roader/rock crawler (I hit some difficult trails now and again) and won't need things like a winch, etc., but I already have a few accessories I want to add (lights, air compressor, neighing horse horn), and the aux switches will make adding those even easier.

Also, I rarely use overhead sunglasses holders, so no love lost for the switches replacing that.

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