Cheapest way to get rear locker on Base

[tokyo]

The only thing I want on base that I can't get is rear locker. (A hitch too but that is easy to add later)

The following are all calculated on B&P with only option selected being 2.7. Everything else is default. Because as long as it as A/C and cruise everything else is gravy for me.

As far as I can tell 4 options:

1. Jump to Big Bend and add as option = +$5,680
2. Squatch it =+ $5,790
3. After market = ?? Have seen estimates of $2,500?
4. Hope that Ford offers option on Base in future = for reference it is +$420 on base XL Ranger B&P (3.73) to $795 on Big Bend (4.27)

I really wish Ford would offer locking diff option on Base like they do on stripper XL Ranger and F150.. would save me about $5k.

But they don't.

So even though I only want to run 33's it seems Squatch is the way to go because of all the mechanicals it offers and resale vs after market etc. And I don't care about BB other fancy features.

Am I missing something?
Could rear locker on base be an MY22 option?

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[Garbone]

You may be able to find a wrecked Ranger and snag the axle. Ratio matching and hero switch will be an issue.

Personally, I still may opt to squatch my base, depends on how I feel that day in December.


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I think in 3 years it could be a fun project.

 

[Drafting_Monkey]

Ford really makes you pay for that rear locker. I've said before that I'm set on a BD trim, but I have gone through the exact same exercise you have. If the base came with a rear locker option it would be easy to select that model. If the Squatch came with a manual it would be easy to go that route. Not sure why I'm fixated on having a rear locker as I never really used it in past vehicles. I'm also hell bent on getting a manual in this vehicle.

 

[The Driving Viking]

Just go Sasquatch and he done with it. You'll save yourself a massive headache and get even more for the money.

 

[tokyo]

You may be able to find a wrecked Ranger and snag the axle. Ratio matching and hero switch will be an issue.

Personally, I still may opt to squatch my base, depends on how I feel that day in December.


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Nice! I hadn't thought of that.. might even be able to order one from the dealer. Do we know if mounting points are all the same?

 

[tokyo]

Just go Sasquatch and he done with it. You'll save yourself a massive headache and get even more for the money.

That's the way I am leaning..

Running 33's with 4.7 gears and a 2.7 this thing will be a stoplight drag race hero

 

[Broncocito]

Like Broncoman13 said, "squatch it". Also mentioned if you can stretch it go with a no-option Black Diamond and then you will have a few standard sought after upgrades while keeping the price down.

 

[Garbone]

Nice! I hadn't thought of that.. might even be able to order one from the dealer. Do we know if mounting points are all the same?

No idea.

 

[tokyo]

Ford really makes you pay for that rear locker. I've said before that I'm set on a BD trim, but I have gone through the exact same exercise you have. If the base came with a rear locker option it would be easy to select that model. If the Squatch came with a manual it would be easy to go that route. Not sure why I'm fixated on having a rear locker as I never really used it in past vehicles. I'm also hell bent on getting a manual in this vehicle.

The rear locker is one of the most used features on my F150. With T/C off it makes parking lot donuts in the snow that much more fun

 

[Broncocito]

Nice! I hadn't thought of that.. might even be able to order one from the dealer. Do we know if mounting points are all the same?

I think the 2022 Ranger will share the Bronco platform and some suspension bits. I have not researched this one; however, it sounds worth researching.

 

[Dillhole]

Cheapest? Break out the welder.

 

[tokyo]

Like Broncoman13 said, "squatch it". Also mentioned if you can stretch it go with a no-option Black Diamond and then you will have a few standard sought after upgrades while keeping the price down.

I looked at that too it is + $7,550 (or $1,760 on top of Squatching) but other features may be worth it

 

[tokyo]

Cheapest? Break out the welder.

Touche!

 

[TX_Bronco77]

Just go Sasquatch and he done with it. You'll save yourself a massive headache and get even more for the money.

Not to mention all the upgrades will be under warranty. Once you start f-ing with the axles and lockers good luck getting a dealer to cover it, best way IMHO on a brand new vehicle. If it were out of warranty I'd feel different.

 

[Broncocito]

I looked at that too it is + $7,550 (or $1,760 on top of Squatching) but other features may be worth it

Yep, I saw the difference, but in the long run if you plan on making any upgrades it may save you the money and make you happy.

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