Three Year Anniversary

[birddog2]

Tomorrow marks three trouble free years since buying our 2021 Badlands.
Today I purchased a new set of Falken "Wild Peak' A/T 4W tires to replace the A/T 3s that were original equipment.
The A/T 3s had 39k on them and still passed the Lincoln penny test, but I wanted new tires for Winter use.
During the balance and alignment check, it was found that the front left was -0.01 out and the right front, -0.07 out.
I was pleased that after 39k miles, some on pretty sketchy dirt and gravel roads, it only needed minor alignment.
I went with the Falken ATs again as I was more than happy with the performance of the OEM Falkens.
I expect to suffer some mpg loss but can live with that as I have been at 24/30 mpg minimums for the last 3 years.
As we are getting ready for some Winter condition driving, I will be able to evaluate the A/T 4s in a couple of months.

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[Ford Motor Company]

Tomorrow marks three trouble free years since buying our 2021 Badlands.
Today I purchased a new set of Falken "Wild Peak' A/T 4W tires to replace the A/T 3s that were original equipment.
The A/T 3s had 39k on them and still passed the Lincoln penny test, but I wanted new tires for Winter use.
During the balance and alignment check, it was found that the front left was -0.01 out and the right front, -0.07 out.
I was pleased that after 39k miles, some on pretty sketchy dirt and gravel roads, it only needed minor alignment.
I went with the Falken ATs again as I was more than happy with the performance of the OEM Falkens.
I expect to suffer some mpg loss but can live with that as I have been at 24/30 mpg minimums for the last 3 years.
As we are getting ready for some Winter condition driving, I will be able to evaluate the A/T 4s in a couple of months.

Happy Bronco-versary! We're so glad you're enjoying your ride!

 

[69cuda340s]

This November will be 3 years with my '21 Badlands. 23k miles garage kept pavement princess. I replaced Manual Park Release Cable with third revised design to get rid of faint rattle. Heard rear brake moan several times after 17k miles or so. Other then that its been problem free.

Mine is real tight no odd noises the driving experience is outstanding. Not one single paint chip anywhere and windshield no cracks ever. Probably best new vehicle I have ever bought

Recently went on 3 1/2 hour trip, me and wife, back seats folded down lot of luggage, got 33-34 mpg. 2.0 turbo a lot of power too.

 

[RSH]

Three years for me was last March.
The Badlands has had 2 issues in 33600 miles.
1st issue, battery replaced under warranty because of various battery related problems.
2nd issue, 4WD module replaced because of 4WD fault and multiple system errors.

 

[69cuda340s]

Picture from today

 

[Bill G]

Yup, passed 3 years in March. Had no real problems, and has been a great trip vehicle. She’’s fun to drive, and still gets complements where ever we go.

 

[Jrl]

Picture from today

Are you still on original battery?

 

[69cuda340s]

Are you still on original battery?

Original battery, original tires, original wiper blades etc. And mine sat in Mexico baking in mexican summer sun for 6 months missing chip after it was built. So little odd original battery still in it.

 

[Mwittke5857]

December will be one year for me and my 21 BB and other than losing my iPhone pairing, I couldn’t be happier. I did swap out the plastic steering wheel for a leather one and replaced the Conties for Trail Terrains. I also went with a Flowmaster FX muffler, afe intake and installed a Peddle Max. I’ve been averaging 28/34 which I don’t feel bad considering it’s a 4x4 Did I mention the annoying start/stop nonsense? Ford? It’s not a golf cart!!!

 

[Farmerdawn71]

I am at 3.5 years with my 2021 BL. It is at 98K right now.
Only things done, new tires, front brake pads and rotors and rear wheel bearing (under warranty)at 75K. New windshield thanks to a rock on the highway.
That is all....
Love my BS....

 

[BLUEOVALRACER]

December will be one year for me and my 21 BB and other than losing my iPhone pairing, I couldn’t be happier. I did swap out the plastic steering wheel for a leather one and replaced the Conties for Trail Terrains. I also went with a Flowmaster FX muffler, afe intake and installed a Peddle Max. I’ve been averaging 28/34 which I don’t feel bad considering it’s a 4x4 Did I mention the annoying start/stop nonsense? Ford? It’s not a golf cart!!!

Thanks again for the Pedal Max recommendation it's awesome.

 

[Uncle Buck]

I would sure like to know what you folks are doing to get 30+mpg from the BL/2.0. The best I have managed is around 23-24. I admittedly drive pretty fast, but that wouldn't account for a 10 mpg difference.

 

[Bill G]

I would sure like to know what you folks are doing to get 30+mpg from the BL/2.0. The best I have managed is around 23-24. I admittedly drive pretty fast, but that wouldn't account for a 10 mpg difference.

If I stay right at 70 mph on cruise control my BSBL will get @33 mpg on I-5 which is about as flat as you can get. Start up the 10-12% grade into LA and that drops by 4-5 mpg. Stop-and-go traffic also kills the mileage and I get in the 18-23 mpg range depending. Overall, I’ve averaged 22.2 mpg over the last 6 months, all according to the computer. Several hand calculations have shown my “computer” to be off by .9-1% on the high side, and I can’t complain as this is the best mileage of gotten from a new car in a while.

 

[Uncle Buck]

If I stay right at 70 mph on cruise control my BSBL will get @33 mpg on I-5 which is about as flat as you can get. Start up the 10-12% grade into LA and that drops by 4-5 mpg. Stop-and-go traffic also kills the mileage and I get in the 18-23 mpg range depending. Overall, I’ve averaged 22.2 mpg over the last 6 months, all according to the computer. Several hand calculations have shown my “computer” to be off by .9-1% on the high side, and I can’t complain as this is the best mileage of gotten from a new car in a while.

Thanks for the follow-up -- this makes me feel a little better. I by no means have to deal with SOCAL traffic, but most of my trips are relatively short and even longer trips are still around town (St. Louis) so my display typically says 21-22, and I tend to drive about 80 if I am on the interstate. Thanks again, Bill!

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