Base Model Bronco Thread

[Orangeinthebarn]

Well I finally reserved one...
I plan on a 2 dr base with Sasquatch in carbonized gray..

Same here with 2.7

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[BaseMod]

As mentioned in a squatch thread if appears for has updated the base description. Filling in some blanks.

https://www.ford.com/suvs/bronco/2021/models/bronco-base/

Dual electric lockers are listed. I do not recall seeing that before.

That build and price can’t get here fast enough. Now I’m thinking base again rather than BB. Damn it!

 

[MrCheese69]

Ford confirmed no trailer option on the base? I didn’t see that as an option on their website.
Also, what size AT tire will fit on the stock 16” rims?

 

[Deleted member]

@MrCheese69, where did you see or hear the trailering option would not be available with the base model? The specifications list the base model towing capacity.

 

[atonge40]

@MrCheese69, where did you see or hear the trailering option would not be available with the base model? The specifications list the base model towing capacity.

I've talked to people at Ford about this. It seems that the Base will have a tow rating, because it is mechanically identical to other Broncos, but it will not have a hitch/tow package. I trying to find out more. Again, the B&P going live would help.

If you look at the Big Bend model, under packages it lists the following as optional:

• Towing Capability

That is not an option on the Base. Do I think it will still have a tow rating? Yes. Do I think you'll have to buy your own hitch? Yes.

 

[indio22]

Any thoughts on if the base model will have the option of buyer selecting from a range of diff gears? That would be nice for owners who will later swap to their own (larger diameter) tire/wheel combo.

 

[BE_]

Ford confirmed no trailer option on the base? I didn’t see that as an option on their website.
Also, what size AT tire will fit on the stock 16” rims?

the stock rim is 16x7, so there is a lot of options. my personal choice after some research would be 265/75r16. an extra inch or two in diameter and a good few tires to pick from. i am trying to decide between general grabbers and milestar patagonias.

 

[DrKennethNoisewater]

Hiya everyone,

I just wanted to check in here to state how excited I am for this specific base model FMC is offering. Seriously, a bare bones type of rig like this is something minimalist enthusiasts like us have been craving since the womb. I've often had to resort to looking back 3-4 decades for stripped down rigs that suited my lifestyle since modern day vehicles hardly get me excited anymore.

Reading about other users venting about their frustrations with other trims regarding different hvac desires, perforated cooled boat seats, hard top insulation, superfluous safety features, v8 aspirations, limited interior choice offerings, multitudes of I.C.E. variations etc. you name it; reminds me of the mantra that less is really more and 'mo money mo problems' - RIP biggie

I've been taught by my pops (who owned an automotive repair shop), that many components of the 21st century are designed for engineered obsolescence, so it's increasingly refreshing every time I think of the excess features our bronco DOESN'T have and seeing it for what it is at its' core. The reinvigorated enthusiasm in the standard transmission thread was like music to my ears.

Not to throw shade on any of the trims, but man am I excited for ours!

/end storytime

Goodnight babies,
Ami

Dude! This got me all fired up again! I had a few thoughts creeping in my head lately "well maybe I should get a nicer version"..."who even buys base models anymore?"..."with this delay, I could easily save more and afford an outer banks.' Thanks for slapping that silliness out of my mind, sir!.

 

[tokyo]

I agree..

Base w/2.7EB has everything I need except 2 options in question..
- tow package
- rear locking diff

3.73 with 33's the 2.7 EB and 10-speed are perfect on my ~4,300lb truck. Similar weight to a 2-door base bronco.

My current power to weight in a short wheelbase, open top, no door, 4 seater ..

that will be sweet!

 

[MrCheese69]

@MrCheese69, where did you see or hear the trailering option would not be available with the base model? The specifications list the base model towing capacity.

I didn’t...probably too early to come to a conclusion. I am confused that it is not listed as an option on Ford’s website but a towing capacity is listed. Another poster clarified you can most likely add it yourself once aftermarket parts are available.

 

[Nickp]

Saw this render someone made... when you do it up like this the 4 door looks awful badass. I think the 35’s are just too small for the 4-door. Might do a base 4+Sasquatch+lift and throw some 37’s on it. Idk at this point I’m so conflicted!!

 

[tokyo]

Does look cool for sure

But after having owned several lifted vehicles with 37"s all I see now when I look at that pic are driveline vibrations, tires that never balance, alignment issues, worse ride, worse gas mileage and worse acceleration

33's for me!

 

[BigAl]

So I'm thinking I'll stick with the stock 16x7 steelies and put 32s on them, assuming that will be fine since other trims come stock on 32s.

Is there any practical difference between putting 32s on the 16x7 wheels vs 32s on the 17x7.5 (Big Bend/BD)?

 

[Omwil297]

Might be a silly question and maybe answered elsewhere but I’ve been driving my xj for 15 years now (200k miles) and have fixed and serviced odds and ends over the years and probably been the only reason I’ve had it so long since so much is easy to fix myself. How easy will the bronco be able to fix? Say coil goes out water pump etc?

 

[atonge40]

Might be a silly question and maybe answered elsewhere but I’ve been driving my xj for 15 years now (200k miles) and have fixed and serviced odds and ends over the years and probably been the only reason I’ve had it so long since so much is easy to fix myself. How easy will the bronco be able to fix? Say coil goes out water pump etc?

Assuming that the Bronco is similar to the Ranger under hood, it should be pretty easy. It helps a lot that the fan has its own pulley and isn’t attached to the front of the water pump. You just have to remove the fan shroud, loosen the pulley bolts, remove the tensioner cover, relieve the tension, pull the water pump bolts, yank it out.

It will be way easier than some other Ford products. Anything Cyclone based (3.3, 3.5, 3.7, 3.5TT) has the water pump in V6 valley. You have to take the top of the engine off. It's a 18 hour book time job or something.

I'm sure there are other things that will be a pain in the a$$ though.

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