The First 10,000 miles in a ‘21 Bronco

[604Bronco]

So... Is this what it looks like when a Bronco is born?

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[BaseBD]

Sounds like a great trip, thanks for posting! Can't wait to do some door less cruising, my bags are still on back order.

I'm no mileage hound, but interested in what your typical highway top speeds are? I just did an 1800 round tripper to Michigan and back, and averaged 17.6 with the 2.7. I spent most of my time at 80 when possible, obviously that hurts efficiency significantly. Just curious about "real world" mileage differences. I'm also heavier with the sqautch package.....

@KnoxGnater I did a 3500 mile trip from Wisconsin to Colorado with 35" Kenda's and the 2.3L. I also got in that 17-18 range cruise set about 80. Highly dependent on wind.

 

[FourHorses]

Man, those tires look WAY better!

 

[Raptor911]

I see that you are on Duratracs which are D-rated. How was the ride with the D-rated tires?

Never mind .. those tires look a lot like duratracs.

My Bronco is a 4-door BB 2.3 A51 soft top with Mid pkg. Jan ‘21 order with a July delivery. Far exceeded my expectations and no regrets. Tailgate table added at nominal price and 33” Kenda’s aftermarket added are without a doubt integral to the stance.

Best advice- Get the bags for the doors and take them off. Cash in Ford points for 50% off the cost of the bags, a savings of about $200. Lock your dealer in for price before you take delivery.

My wife and I took the Bronco to the Beartooth and the Chief Joseph scenic hwy in Montana all the way from Florida .

Superb experience, but my only complaint is no flip down cup holders for rear occupants when the doors are off.

After a great trip to Montana we took the Bronco to the Florida Keys and experienced what it was built for …

With all the doors and top off across 7 mile bridge and all the way to Key West right before sunset.
Stay the course, you won’t be disappointed!

 

[sniffHound]

Thank you for sharing.

 

[72BroncoSand]

50% off door bags? Searching…

 

[Wanted33]

I'm glad you mentioned that and thanks for noticing because I have to say the Road Atlas is great and in my opinion the Atlas gives you a better upfront way to explore. So much info and every little town is on 'one spread' in front of you. It's good to show kids and explore over it in the hotel room or campground and it doesn't need to be charged. It's a great resource on the road because you can then add your waypoints to nav and research via the phone or tablet as well. For example, we found Pompey's Pillar (early 1800's Lewis and Clark graffiti ) in Montana which I doubt I would have even known about from just glancing at the Nav screen off the freeway route. I'm 52 and some of us remember stopping to buy paper maps and AAA trip ticks. Nav really is great if you know where you want to go but we took a lot of back roads and that's when the fun starts. Everyone should have one on cross country trips

Absolutely, we always update our state maps when we see a state visitors center. Most still have paper maps, and hand them out for free. And you're correct, they do have info that you can't find in the nav systems. We actuallty found Pompey's Pillar on a state map outselves. Sites like that are not to be missed if possible.

 

[Vigor]

Op you are living your best life!

 

[Bronco_813]

Jealous of this amazing trip!! I'm hoping to take delivery sometime in the next 8 weeks fingers crossed. Truck looks great, but wanted to get your thoughts on the tent setup? Brand and overall thoughts? I got a soft top to expedite delivery, so no roof tent for me.

Any other accessories you'd recommend? Also, how'd you feel about them drilling your baby to put the tray in? I wanted that but am on the fence, heard horror stories.

 

[@BadBlueBronco]

Chief Joseph scenic hw is soooo beautiful.

 

[mdk77]

My Bronco is a 4-door BB 2.3 A51 soft top with Mid pkg. Jan ‘21 order with a July delivery. Far exceeded my expectations and no regrets. Tailgate table added at nominal price and 33” Kenda’s aftermarket added are without a doubt integral to the stance.

Best advice- Get the bags for the doors and take them off. Cash in Ford points for 50% off the cost of the bags, a savings of about $200. Lock your dealer in for price before you take delivery.

My wife and I took the Bronco to the Beartooth and the Chief Joseph scenic hwy in Montana all the way from Florida .

Superb experience, but my only complaint is no flip down cup holders for rear occupants when the doors are off.

After a great trip to Montana we took the Bronco to the Florida Keys and experienced what it was built for …

With all the doors and top off across 7 mile bridge and all the way to Key West right before sunset.
Stay the course, you won’t be disappointed!

Awesome !

 

[old goat]

great write up and pics !!! couple of questions
so you have the 2.3 IL 4 cylinder ?
and you also have the 3.73 rear axle ?
you mentioned that you have enough power for your needs ! so it's a little peppy with 93 octane correct

just curious cause I've ordered a 2.7 on a 2D with 4.27 rear axle /locking diff.
maybe I will change it out to a 2.3 IL (. hopeful it will be a faster build )

 

[IfIHMadeA2021Scout]

Awesome but I think an explanation might be needed.

For those that were wondering what that is on the dash, it's called a Road Atlas. It doesn't have a dot or an arrow to show you where you are. It doesn't tell you when to turn or which way to go. It does not correct your mistakes when you miss a turn. It just shows you possibilities. You have to look around and figure things out.

Use of this tool often leads to a thing called Adventure.

 

[LOSTXGOLD]

Thanks for the insight, I love it when someone enjoys what we have been waiting sooooooo long for!

Enjoy!

 

[JaxGtc]

Congrats on a great trip, great memories, and a great post!
I wanted to ask about your dash accessory mount. Did you have any issue using it?

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