Ford said the flares are easy to remove, like 2 clicks or something. I'm more concerned about the flares being stolen, especially since I may go with OBX and the painted flares. Even Sasq flares may draw some sticky hands.
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I saw a "safe" option on the Bronco Sport build and price, but haven't yet seen it on any real Bronco options lists.
I have a lockable setup similar to this picture off Quadratec for my Wrangler. It's a great place to store my recovery gear and other valuables. I almost never have the doors on. Other than that area I don't keep anything valuable in the Jeep. I have not had problems with people leaving trash in it or anything like that. If it does happen sometime I'm not going to worry about it. Small price to pay.
The new Bronco might attract more attention than just another Wrangler though. I still plan on leaving the doors off most the time. I'll just deal with it if something happens.
The new Bronco might attract more attention than just another Wrangler though. I still plan on leaving the doors off most the time. I'll just deal with it if something happens.
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The console is plastic though. That "lock" is probably nothing more than a piece of metal that goes over a lip or small latch. A prybar will pop that open without any effort. People looking for pistols will do it. That's a problem here in Atlanta. They kept hitting the fire stations and getting several guns from one station.
This! Exactly along the lines with what I just said. People put Glock stickers on their car to look intimidating and it just gets their truck broken into. It could be in a car lot with 100 cars and they'll be damn sure to hit that one!
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I'm really hoping they do a behind-the-rear-seat locking trunk thing like my '04 Rubicon had. Such a great feature. Like this:
On the Wrangler, the locking center console is a joke. Most people could pull it open when it is locked with just their hands. Same with glove compartment. There is locking storage under the floorboard area in both the Wrangler and the Bronco. It holds quite a bit, ( more than the center console). When you close the tailgate and lock it, it is secured. And yes, you can lock the tailgate even with the other doors off.
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Was going to post one of the rear covers above. I am sure if Ford doesn't offer one the aftermarket will fairly quickly. I leave top and doors off my Jeep all the time and never had any issues. Just remember, locks are for honest people, if somebody wants in they are going to get in.
Yeah I still want to see it without fenders,hoping someone will come out with a flare delete soon after they arrive...
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Yes I understand that's the case. My Tacoma was locked on the side of the road pulled off where I hunt. Been doing that for years in that area and just got unlucky. Since then with the two convertibles I previously owned I always locked it up with roof and windows. Good to see I'm not the only one that thought about this and it's great info on some of the aftermarket jeep accessories that addressed this. I also carry a lot of "stuff" in my 4Runner (on the Molly panels) that I wouldn't leave exposed to easily be lifted.
Minus the dog... I have a lot of gear secured to the Molly panels. I started to think what I'll do next year when I swap vehicles. I plan on getting the hard top, but like the idea of removing the roof panels.
I read something about sensors that detects peeps approaching and setting off an alert when reaching in not invited. Also, there are locking armrest and glove box.
Honestly, as well, if there is a “tuffy” box made for the Bronco this things are pretty damn secure even with the top off. Of course it’s always a risk, someone can break into anything. But it’s definitely more secure than any locking glove box or center console. You would need to both know about it’s existence and have a pretty good pry bar or angle grinder to get in. Am I going to leave a bunch of money and expensive weapons/electronics in there long term? No. But definitely enough to throw the shotguns in back after dove hunting when you get breakfast at Cracker Barrel ???
https://www.tuffyproducts.com/product/255/deluxe-enclosure-jeep-wrangler-jk-2007-2010
Here’s a link to what I’m talking about. Pretty cool too because the top and back of the box come out easily so that you can still fold the seats and use the full space without having to indo a bunch of bolts. Hopefully there’s a bronco version ASAP!
https://www.tuffyproducts.com/product/255/deluxe-enclosure-jeep-wrangler-jk-2007-2010
Here’s a link to what I’m talking about. Pretty cool too because the top and back of the box come out easily so that you can still fold the seats and use the full space without having to indo a bunch of bolts. Hopefully there’s a bronco version ASAP!
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I had a convertible for about 16 years, best advice is not to leave anything in it that you want to keep and don't lock it if you have the top up; to me it was cheaper to lose a stereo or some loose change than replace a cut soft top. Ford or the aftermarket will offer a lockbox for those that want to keep valuables somewhat secured pretty quickly.
Keep it muddy and people will ignore it.
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