My Black Diamond 2 Years Later

[Area51BS]

Nicely done Bronco and list.

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[HoosierDaddy]

Excellent build post!

Way too many posts here with just pics and no further/minimal info, followed by 62 pages of the same questions on repeat.

...and of course the build itself is very sharp. A whole lot of functionality going on there.

I dig the mounting of the S5's vs S3's & 2's in the pockets. Up outta harms way! Thanks for the idea!!! Been eyeballing some type of fog/driving light for those extra dark nights.

 

[Mike777]

How does the Rhino shovel compare to a US army encampment tool? I have the latter and it is built to withstand a nuclear blast. Have not had to use it yet except for digging fire pits.

I'm not really sure since I've never had the US Army one. I would think its alot more durable than the Rhino. The only time I've really used it is for fire pits as well or if I really need it offroading.

Probably GMRS. Hardly anyone other than truckers does CB. I have a cheapie Baofeng in my Bronco, bought it mostly for the very rare group trip from the local club that I attend. Yet to find any real use for it beyond that, glad that I did not spring for anything more expensive.

You are correct it is GMRS radio. It was a bit of a pricey upgrade but I like it more than the handheld. Since I don't have to charge it up. I only use it when I'm caravaning with friends to our destination or at the trail so we can communicate. How do you like the Baofeng? I was looking at that one but I ended up going with a cheap handheld from Radioddity when I need to get out of my vehicle.

Amazon.com: Radioddity GM-30 GMRS Radio Handheld 5W Long Range Two Way Radio for Adults, GMRS Repeater Capable, with NOAA Scanning & Receiving, Display SYNC, for Off Road Overlanding Family Use, 1 Pack : Electronics

 

[Mike777]

Excellent build post!

Way too many posts here with just pics and no further/minimal info, followed by 62 pages of the same questions on repeat.

...and of course the build itself is very sharp. A whole lot of functionality going on there.

I dig the mounting of the S5's vs S3's & 2's in the pockets. Up outta harms way! Thanks for the idea!!! Been eyeballing some type of fog/driving light for those extra dark nights.

Thank you! Ya I thought it would be helpful to add the parts list since that was always my issue when looking at others posts. Had to dig through pages of responses to get the answer I needed.

Quick correction though I did the S5 on the bumper and the S3 for Ditch Lights. I thought at first going with the S3 on the bumper but it is way too small don't do it. I felt like the S3 was the perfect size for the ditch lights. The S5 on the ditch just looks too gaudy. We have a lot of fog where I live during winter so it would be nice to complete it with the Diode fog kit.

 

[Callelk]

I really like it a lot because I was able to buy the accessory bracket with it for not too much more. It’s why I went with them vs others.

My only suggestion is when you’re installing it might want to do it with two people. Sort of a pain to get the tailgate screws aligned while holding it yourself. Be super careful when installing cause you can misalign your tailgate when you unscrew it. Why you need cardboard to prop it up. This is really for any install though.

Thanks, yeah, that is why I was looking at it. Mine is on a rail car in MI still and I plan on Baja Boss AT's so the tailgate reinforcement is a must I would think.......being able to add the shelf is a plus with M2M.

 

[Shrek27]

I personally hope that for the 2025 Bronco refresh they get rid of the giant dated gear shifter and move towards a dial or buttons like most new vehicles to provide more storage.

Aw man, thats one of my favorite features! Haha I did swap the lame grab handle for a base model delete panel tho.

 

[Jason519]

I've been working on my Bronco since 2021 slowly upgrading it, and it's been an absolute blast! The Bronco6G forum has been a fantastic resource for ideas so thank you. I've gone on multiple off-roading/camping trips, from Big Bend to the Grand Canyon to Colorado. With hopefully more to come since I try to do at least 2-3 camping/off road trips a year. The truck has held up extremely well with very few things to complain about.

I'll include pics below on what it first looked like when I received my Bronco to what it is today.

If you're wondering about the details, I've compiled a list of the parts I've installed for those who might be curious.

Day 1

TODAY

Camping / Off Road Trips

Interior Upgrade	Link
Mabett Center Console	Amazon.com: Mabett Console Organizer Tray for Bronco Accessories, Armrest Storage Box fit Bronco 2021 2022 2023 2/4-Door wiht Non-Slip Mat Black : Automotive
Cargo Matts	Bronco 4Dr 2021-2023 Floor Liner for Vinyl Flooring ~ M2DZ7813300BA (ford.com)
Cargo Matt Trunk	Bronco 4Dr 2021-2023 Cargo Area Liner w/ Bronco Logo ~ M2DZ58047A74BA (ford.com)
Midland Radio	Midland MXT275 MicroMobile Two-Way Radio | Midland Radio (midlandusa.com)
Alpine S-S40	Alpine S-S40 S-Series 4" 2-way car speakers at Crutchfield
Kicker 47KSC6704 w/Metra 72-5602	Kicker 47KSC6704 KS Series 6-3/4" 2-way car speakers at Crutchfield
Kicker 46HS10	Kicker 46HS10 Hideaway Series 10" compact powered subwoofer with 180-watt amp at Crutchfield
Center Console Panel Molle M2M	Center Console Panel MOLLE fits 2021+ Ford Bronco (mountains2metal.com)
Ford Tailgate Folding Table	Bronco 2021-2023 Tailgate Folding Table for Rear Swing Gate ~ VM2DZ78407A99A (ford.com)
Beegrow Dome light	Amazon.com: BEEGROW Rear Ceiling Lights fit Ford Bronco 2021 2022 2023, Reading Lights for Bronco Accessories 4-Door, Touch Switch LED Roof fit Factory Dome Light Button(Not Fit 2 Door) : Automotive
Mabett Front Door Handle Storage	Amazon.com: Mabett Door Storage Organizer Compatible with Ford Bronco 2021 2022 2023, Inner Door Handle Tray for Bronco Accessories 2/4-Door, Grab Create Car Storage Space by Handle Pocket 2PCS : Automotive
Ram Mount Long	Amazon.com: RAM Mounts RAM-B-201U-C Double Socket Arm (Long) Compatible with RAM B Size 1" Ball Components : Electronics
Ram Mount	Amazon.com: RAM Mounts Cameras Motion Sensors Devices Tough-Ball with 1/4"-20 x .25" Threaded Stud RAP-B-379U-252025 with B Size 1" Ball : Electronics
Ram Phone Mount Large	Amazon.com: RAM Mounts RAM-HOL-UN10BU X-Grip Large Phone Holder with Ball with B Size 1" Ball : Cell Phones & Accessories
Mabett Center Console Multi Function	Amazon.com: Mabett Center Console Multi-Function Bracket for Ford Bronco 2021 2022 2023 2/4-Door Dash Aluminum Holder Rail Fit Smart Phonce and Gopro Mount : Electronics
Mabett Car Dash Anti Slip	Amazon.com: Mabett Car Dash Anti-Slip Rubber Pad for Ford Bronco Accessories 2021 2022 2023, Non-Slip Shock Proof Dashboard Mat fit Bronco 2/4-Door, Car Interior Cover Tray : Automotive
Mabett Divider Oraganizer	Amazon.com: Mabett Glove Box Dividers Organizer for Ford Bronco Accessories 2021 2022 2/4-Door,Use Dividers to Organize Center Console Interior Storage box : Automotive
Kingslim Dash Cam	Amazon.com: Kingslim D4 4K Dual Dash Cam with Built-in WiFi GPS, Front 4K/2.5K Rear 1080P Dual Dash Camera for Cars, 3" IPS Touchscreen 170° FOV Dashboard Camera with Sony Starvis Sensor, Support 256GB Max : Electronics
Rino USA Shovel	Amazon.com : Rhino USA Survival Shovel w/Pick - Heavy Duty Carbon Steel Military Style Entrenching Tool for Off Road, Camping, Gardening, Beach, Digging Dirt, Sand, Mud & Snow. (Survival Shovel) : Sports & Outdoors
IAG EZ Top Lift System for Soft Top	Amazon.com: IAG V2 EZ-Lift Soft Top Assist Strut System - Made in USA for Ford Bronco 21-23+, lift the soft top with one hand! : IAG Performance: Automotive
IAG Grab Handle	IAG Paracord Grab Handle 2-Piece Set for 2021+ Ford Bronco Two & Four Door (iagoffroad.com)
IAG Roll Bar Paint Protection	IAG Performance Roll Bar Paint Protection Film Kit for 2021+ Ford Bronco (4 Door Soft Top) (iagoffroad.com)
IAG Dual Rear Cup Holder	IAG Removable Dual Rear Cup Holder for Two & Four Door 2021+ Ford Bronco (iagoffroad.com)
Utiiy Fit Molle Panels Top and Bottom	Amazon.com: Utiiy Fit for 2021-2022 Ford Bronco Cargo Interior Shelf Storage Rear Window Storage Molle Panel Organizer for 2021 2022 Bronco Accessories 4 Doors(Up and Down 4PCS) : Automotive
Titan Industrial Straps	Amazon.com: Titan Industrial Straps – Strong & Simple Tie-Downs for Construction (Welders, DIY Home) & 1st Responders – 3 Year Warranty, Batch Tested – 70 lb. Working Load, 30" Length, Black, 2-Pack : Tools & Home Improvement
Clamps	END OF ROAD Original Quick Fist Clamp for mounting tools & equipment 1" - 2-1/4" diameter, 2 Count (Pack of 1) - 0010 - C Clamps - Amazon.com
Midland Ram Mount	Midlands MXT275 GMRS Mic RAM Mount – Cruiser Design & Manufacturing (cruiserdm.com)
Mountains2Metal Molle Front and Passenger Door	Amazon.com: Front Door Panel Pocket MOLLE Set fits 2021+ Ford Bronco (Driver and Passenger) : Automotive
Mountains2Metal Molle Center Console Molle Panel	Center Console Panel MOLLE fits 2021+ Ford Bronco (mountains2metal.com)
Exterior Upgrades	Link
Rhino USA Ring Shackle	Amazon.com: Rhino USA D Ring Shackle 41,850lb Break Strength – 3/4” Shackle with 7/8 Pin for use with Tow Strap, Winch, Off-Road Jeep Truck Vehicle Recovery, Best Offroad Towing Accessories (2 Pack - Matte) : Automotive
Smittybilt X20 Winch	X2O GEN2 10K Waterproof Wireless Winch with Synthetic Rope - 98510 - Smittybilt
Diode Dynamics Ditch Lights SS3	2021 Ford Bronco SS3 A-Pillar Ditch Light Kit | Diode Dynamics
Ditch Light harness from truck4x4 CrystaLux DT	CrystaLux A-Pillar Wiring Harness, 2x DT 4-Pin Connectors (Diode Dynamics) - 4x4TruckLEDs.com
Diode Dynamics SS5	Diode Dynamics Stage Series SS5 Ditch Light Kit for 2021+ Ford Bronco - 4x4TruckLEDs.com
Tricky Motorsports Modular Bumper Light Bracket	Tricky Motorsports Bronco Modular Bumper Light Brackets – td-distributing
Midland Ghost Anetenna	Amazon.com: Midland – MXTA25 3DB Gain Ghost Antenna – 3.5” Tall with 1.5” Base Diameter – Low Profile with NMO Connection : Electronics
Midland Lip Mount	Amazon.com: Midland – MXTA27 MicroMobile Universal Lip Mount with NMO Connector and 6M Cable – Fits Most Trunks/Car Hoods : Automotive
Curt Trailer Hitch Mount	Amazon.com: CURT 45041 Trailer Hitch Mount with 2-5/16-Inch Ball & Pin, Fits 2-Inch Receiver, 7,500 lbs, 2-In Drop : Automotive
Nfab Side Steps - Texture	Nerf Steps | Step Systems - N-FAB | N-FAB
Bronco Hitch Cover Ford	Hitch Receiver Aluminum Cap w/ Bronco Logo ~ VM2DZ17F000A (ford.com)
Stubby Antenna	Amazon.com: CravenSpeed Stubby Antenna Compatible with Ford Bronco 2021-2023 | Hood Mounted Antenna | Short Antenna Replacement | Made in The USA : Electronics
IAG Front Bumper Winch Mount	IAG I-Line Modular Front Bumper Winch Mount for 2021+ Ford Bronco (iagoffroad.com)
IAG Iline 3 PC Amber Grill Light Kit	IAG I-Line 3pc Amber Grille Light Kit for 2021+ Ford Base/Black Diamond (iagoffroad.com)
Mountains2Metal Rear Tire Reinforcement Bracket	Rear Tire Reinforcement Accessory Bracket (mountains2metal.com)
Mountains2Metal Tailgate Accesory Shelf	Tailgate Accesory Shelf (mountains2metal.com)
RotoPax 2 Gallon Water	2 Gallon Water Storage Container GEN 2 | RotopaX
Rotopax DLX Pack Mount	DLX Pack Mounting Kit | RotopaX
Zone 3 Inch Lift	3" Adventure Series Lift Kit | 2021-2022 Ford Bronco 4Dr (Sasquatch Equipped Only) – Zone Offroad
JKS Front Skid	Lower Control Arm Skid Plates - Front | Ford Bronco (21-22) – JKS Manufacturing (jksmfg.com)
JKS Rear Skid	Rear Lower Shock Skid | Ford Bronco (21-22) | Fits Bilstein Struts Onl – JKS Manufacturing (jksmfg.com)
ICON Tie Rod Kit	21-23 BRONCO XD TIE ROD KIT 21-23 BRONCO XD TIE ROD KIT - Icon Vehicle Dynamics
Rough Country Rack & Pinion Bushing Kit	Rack & Pinion Bushing Kit | Ford Bronco 4WD (2021-2023) | Rough Country
37" BFG K02 x5	BFGoodrich All Terrain T/A KO2 | Discount Tire
Oracle Flush Lighting	Flush Style LED Taillights for 2021-2023 Ford Bronco | ORACLE Lighting (oraclelights.com)
Black Rhino Wheels	Black Rhino Abrams | Discount Tire

Looks awesome I’ve enjoyed it myself July of 22 43k on it lol

 

[KRAKEN]

Very nice looking rig... good listing of mods.

 

[joell king]

Great rig !

Kodi​

 

[Ocnorb]

It is! Honestly, was a great upgrade anything to do with more storage in the front was worth it to me since there is so little of it. I also added the front door M2M Door Molle.

I personally hope that for the 2025 Bronco refresh they get rid of the giant dated gear shifter and move towards a dial or buttons like most new vehicles to provide more storage.

Is it this? I looked twice but didn't see it on your master list.
https://mountains2metal.com/over-head-squatch-basket-fits-2021-ford-bronco/

Looks awesome. I am going to have to order one of those myself. Nice build!

 

[Mike777]

Is it this? I looked twice but didn't see it on your master list.
https://mountains2metal.com/over-head-squatch-basket-fits-2021-ford-bronco/

Looks awesome. I am going to have to order one of those myself. Nice build!

Yup thats the one! Super easy install.

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