How Do You Prep Your Bronco for Winter Weather?

[carrellslake]

Where I live, we use volcanic rock on the roads for traction so there aren't any corrosive materials to worry about. Combine that with the year-round dry air and rust isn't really a problem. Even junkyard cars are in surprisingly good shape.

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[goneAWOL]

I only Fill her up, and start driving to Mexico.....

 

[retiredarmymp]

Move to Texas!

 

[USABRONCO]

I’m truly baffled here. I would expect a factory Bronco to be able to withstand winter with no additional concerns.















Sure, try to rinse off salt when possible, but beyond that…it’s a truck, with a rust warranty.
I've heard that," if not applied correctly, water can get behind the undercoating and cause the surface to oxidize/ rust, much faster.... not sure how true that is though.

 

[tourproto]

Lemme see... -25* windshield washer fluid, windshield ice scraper, a blanket, couple of bottles of water, granola/power bars, flashlight+spare batteries, flares, replace wiper blades, and my bugout bag (full change of clothes, knife, hat, fleece jacket, waterproof hiking boots, Gore-Tex jacket, water purifier, 100ft of paracord).

For my non-Bronco, put on winter snow tires.

That's all I do...

 

[lakesinai]

spray fluid film and surface sheild using undercoating gun. Takes a hour each year. Sprayed 2014 steel body f150 every year and zero rust before I sold last year. Getting into frame rails and rocker panels is most important

However much it helps, it can't hurt, so why not if you want to spend the time! Besides, you're checking out the condition of your car periodically this way, and thats always a good thing, and by a careful owner!

 

[Kyukidoeric]

Yes, I put the doors back on. Florida Bronco...

 

[Delli555]

How often do you need to apply this protective coating to vehicle? Like once a year?

 

[Built Wild]

How often do you need to apply this protective coating to vehicle? Like once a year?

We apply the WoolWax once a year. It’s also available in aerosol spray cans if you want a DIY project. It’s nice not having to worry about rinsing off the road chemicals after every winter storm.

 

[TangoHunter]

How often do you need to apply this protective coating to vehicle? Like once a year?

The shop that applied my fluid film told me that the product should last 3-5 years depending on the number of underbody flushes I get when going through the car wash. The discounted annual reapplication is so cheap because it’s more for just spot touch ups.

 

[DrewBronc21]

I have used Fluid Film on all my trucks , and now the Bronco. Driving through salt water on the roads really destroys frames quickly.

Undercarriage protection isnt just for cold winter climates

My 10 year old Subaru STi was Very rusted(front and rear subframe, oiled pan rusted through, etc) just from driving through saltwater puddles on the way to my fishing spots In spring, summer, fall In NY. My Bronco will be on the sand so I did Surface Sheild coating myself

Anyone taking their Bronco on the beach might have some extra peace of mind doing a coating. Road salt and chemical brine make it worse.

 

[RonM0710]

1. Open Garage Door
2. Pull into Garage
3. Close Garage Door

 

[joeb]

Years ago I got into the annual autumn routine of wiping all the rubber door seals with a light coat of liquid (spray) silicone. Goes a long way in preventing that problem.

Does anyone else apply a lubricant on there rubber seals to decease the chance of door/windows sticking or freezing shut ?

And what do you use ?

Thanks

 

[Ogre]

https://www.verifythis.com/article/...heck/536-8bf406d7-194c-4ca0-a06d-d1d56006e5d9

I think this is a good place for this article. Why you shouldn't let your Bronco idle a long time to warm up. Personally I use a de-icer spray to help the windows. It's also a great help for stuck windows/doors.

 

[MNBigfoot]

https://www.verifythis.com/article/...heck/536-8bf406d7-194c-4ca0-a06d-d1d56006e5d9

I think this is a good place for this article. Why you shouldn't let your Bronco idle a long time to warm up. Personally I use a de-icer spray to help the windows. It's also a great help for stuck windows/doors.

LOL, nothing like driving around with your windshield all fogged up, trying to see through a small hole you keep on clearing with a glove, for 5 minutes waiting for your engine to come up to temp. I'll choose my long term health, and those around me, over my engine.

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