Before/After: Base Bronco 4D gets 2" lift, Everglades wheels, 35s. Amazing.

[bloominguez]

Makes sense. We didn't really consider 4A because we hardly ever drive in snow or ice, so it just didn't seem necessary.

Also, as I understand it, the "poor man's limited-slip", as you call it (good name, btw) doesn't work in 4L, correct?

Good question. I don't know the answer.

Just read this thread, now I'm more confused myself.
https://www.bronco6g.com/forum/thre...have-limited-slip-or-be-completely-open.3743/

Our Broncos have Ford's AdvanceTrac system. It was my understanding that one of the things AdvanceTrac does is what others call "brake lock differential." That means applying brakes on a wheel experiencing excessive wheelspin. Perhaps I assumed too much, the owner's manual doesn't say as much about it as I thought it would (not that I could find anyway).

Perfectly believable that it would be disabled in 4L, wouldn't surprise me. Maybe it would likely engage too often and overheat the brakes if used offroad. if anyone knows for sure, please chime in.

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[m_martin53]

Delivered last August after an 8 month wait, hemmed and hawed about the wheel/tire combo to upgrade to (mostly street use, limited offroad). Finally pulled the trigger after the Everglades wheel kit came out recently, and so glad I waited! Put 35" Toyo AT3's on with a 2" lift + running boards. So happy.

Before:

After:

Few questions about your rig. I have a 4dr base 2.7 auto.

1. I know you said 35s but are they 12.5 wide?
2. What size wheel? 17x8.5 or
3. Motor and gearing combo?
4. How is driving with the bigger tires?
5. Crash bars still there or did you remove?

Thanks for posting. I can’t seem to make up my mind if I want to start with the 285/75r17s or go all out for the 35x12.5x17s. 35s look awesome but I don’t want it to suffer too much before I’m able to re-gear.

 

[R8RWD]

Few questions about your rig. I have a 4dr base 2.7 auto.

1. I know you said 35s but are they 12.5 wide?
2. What size wheel? 17x8.5 or
3. Motor and gearing combo?
4. How is driving with the bigger tires?
5. Crash bars still there or did you remove?

Thanks for posting. I can’t seem to make up my mind if I want to start with the 285/75r17s or go all out for the 35x12.5x17s. 35s look awesome but I don’t want it to suffer too much before I’m able to re-gear.

In addition to these questions: can you post where you bought the rims and the exact brand and spec of tire that you purchased? I'd like to replicate your order - thanks

 

[Darrell]

NICE!!!!

 

[prospectfour]

It will do fine off-road, some folks here are way over equipping their vehicles. Half of Sas Broncos probably rarely if ever leave pavement. Before all this extra stuff was easily available OEM, people were off-roading without lockers, ultra low gearing, etc.

Absolutely correct. A basic 4x4 truck with new AT tires will get you a lot of places. Thinking back to my '98 Ranger which had none of this hardware but served our family well for 20 years.

I don't own a base but one of the biggest myths here is that it's not capable. You don't need 37's and a sway bar disconnect to leave the pavement

 

[Discount Tire]

Looks great! I have Everglades wheels on the way and 35" KO2s waiting at Discount Tire.

I think the Everglades wheel is the best option for more aggressive/retro look while keeping OEM fitment (not needing hub rings, worrying about strength of lightweight aftermarket options). Sure we'll have more spray with non-sas flares. My stock 33" KO2s already spray mud everywhere.

Thank you for giving us the opportunity to help with the new combo, Jake! If you need for us to look into anything for you, feel free to shoot us a DM here on the forum.

 

[Anvilair1973]

I'm generally not a fan of oversized tires sticking out all over, but you made the right decision with the 35's and reasonable poke. Because those stock base tires are ridiculous, lol. Not sure how I'd off-road with those. If my base 2-door ever arrives, I'll likewise be swapping to something in the 33-35 range.

It actually does remarkably well in everything except mud in my experience. Since 90% of my driving is done on pavement I like the quiet and smooth ride of the tiny stock tires

 

[ucbmiles]

In addition to these questions: can you post where you bought the rims and the exact brand and spec of tire that you purchased? I'd like to replicate your order - thanks

Sure thing. Answers:

1. they are actually 315/70R17 which are 34.5” I believe. So not true 35. Those were another ~$50 per tire and didn’t seem worth it as the aesthetics and performance wouldn’t have been a big difference.
2. Wheels are 17x8.5
3. Motor is 2.3 and whatever stock gearing comes with that. Holding off on any gearing changes unless I suddenly decide to become a frequent off-roader (not likely but who knows)
4. Driving so far has been only around town and the ride has been great. Increase in road noise is minimal. My research said that the AT3s were the most “streetable” and so far so good on that.
5. Crash bars - 4WP has a big tire crash bar kit for ~$200. So went with that. Probably could’ve kept the stock crash bars with the 2” lift but had read good things about the 4WP product.

And the rims were bought from Ford direct, shipped to a local dealer and installed at my local tire/service shop. Tires are Toyo Open Country ATIII LT315/70R17. Rims here:

https://performanceparts.ford.com/part/M-1007K-P1785E

 

[refade1]

Sure thing. Answers:

1. they are actually 315/70R17 which are 34.5” I believe. So not true 35. Those were another ~$50 per tire and didn’t seem worth it as the aesthetics and performance wouldn’t have been a big difference.
2. Wheels are 17x8.5
3. Motor is 2.3 and whatever stock gearing comes with that. Holding off on any gearing changes unless I suddenly decide to become a frequent off-roaster (not likely but who knows)
4. Driving so far has been only around town and the ride has been great. Increase in road noise is minimal. My research said that the AT3s were the most “streetable” and so far so good on that.
5. Crash bars - 4WP has a big tire crash bar kit for ~$200. So went with that. Probably could’ve kept the stock crash bars with the 2” lift but had read good things about the 4WP product.

And the rims were bought from Ford direct, shipped to a local dealer and installed at my local tire/service shop. Tires are Toyo Open Country ATIII LT315/70R17. Rims here:

https://performanceparts.ford.com/part/M-1007K-P1785E

10 speed automatic or manual?

 

[FowlBronco77]

Looks great!

 

[MNBigfoot]

.......

FWIW, I'm a big fan of the Advanced Transfer Case, and specifically bought the Black Diamond trim because it's the lowest trim level that allows that option. I can tell my daughters, "Just put it in 4A if the weather is bad." And not worry about the Bronco being damaged with them running in 4H on the road. Essentially, 4A lets you drive your Bronco as if it's a CRV or Rav4, 4WD on demand. It's just not a key off-road feature, as I understand it.

My Base was optioned with Advanced 4wd.

 

[EazyCheezy]

It continues to amaze me how much good a lift, wheels, and tires does for the look of the Bronco. It's almost like the base was designed to beg to be lifted. Looks badass!

 

[FreddieLee]

Very nice wheel and tire combination. Kudos...

 

[bloominguez]

My Base was optioned with Advanced 4wd.

I assume you have the Sasquatch package? Sorry, I should have clarified. You get the Advanced Transfer Case whenever you get the Sasquatch package. Which you can get on any trim level.

Black Diamond is the lowest trim level for which you can get the Advanced Transfer Case *without* getting Sasquatch.

 

[m_martin53]

Sure thing. Answers:

1. they are actually 315/70R17 which are 34.5” I believe. So not true 35. Those were another ~$50 per tire and didn’t seem worth it as the aesthetics and performance wouldn’t have been a big difference.
2. Wheels are 17x8.5
3. Motor is 2.3 and whatever stock gearing comes with that. Holding off on any gearing changes unless I suddenly decide to become a frequent off-roader (not likely but who knows)
4. Driving so far has been only around town and the ride has been great. Increase in road noise is minimal. My research said that the AT3s were the most “streetable” and so far so good on that.
5. Crash bars - 4WP has a big tire crash bar kit for ~$200. So went with that. Probably could’ve kept the stock crash bars with the 2” lift but had read good things about the 4WP product.

And the rims were bought from Ford direct, shipped to a local dealer and installed at my local tire/service shop. Tires are Toyo Open Country ATIII LT315/70R17. Rims here:

https://performanceparts.ford.com/part/M-1007K-P1785E

Thank you!

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