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sajohnson replied to the thread 2022 Badlands on stock tires vs ice covered 20% grade.I'm guessing you're referring to my OP. Unlike Mud/Ruts and Rock Crawl, Slippery mode does not allow four-wheel drive lock. Only the... -
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I put in a K&N filter and never looked back. They also show a rectangle on thr web, you could phone them and get answers on the square...
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It was installed the first week, so I do not know. We usually keep our cars for 10 years and I prefer just buying one filter. The...
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sajohnson reacted to jkernitzki's post in the thread Not happy with Ford/Local Ford Dealer - P04F0 with
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You're spot on. Though the geometry may change for specific applications, it's super common. Same basic style is used on fuel and evap... -
sajohnson reacted to incavulator's post in the thread Not happy with Ford/Local Ford Dealer - P04F0 with Like.
No. You push (or pull, depending on the design) on those locking clips at the location of the arrows I added below. There should be no...
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sajohnson reacted to incavulator's post in the thread Not happy with Ford/Local Ford Dealer - P04F0 with Like.
I don't know about the laws in NY, but ANYTHING that causes the MIL to illuminate in CA must be covered under the emissions warranty...
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sajohnson reacted to Robins21's post in the thread Not happy with Ford/Local Ford Dealer - P04F0 with Like.
I worked in the automotive business for 25 years from 1978 - 2003. Nodays all dealers regardless of manufacturer charge way too much for...
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sajohnson replied to the thread Not happy with Ford/Local Ford Dealer - P04F0.Very well said.
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sajohnson reacted to tjm73's post in the thread Not happy with Ford/Local Ford Dealer - P04F0 with Like.
I don't begrudge dealers or repair shops making money doing diag for jobs. They have to buy the machine and they have invested time to...
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sajohnson reacted to tjm73's post in the thread Not happy with Ford/Local Ford Dealer - P04F0 with Sad.
Not very pleased with this situation. Got a 2022 Bronco Sport with the 1.5EB and a tick under 64,000 miles. It's been a great little...
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Well at least you are doing Bronco adventures with your vehicle! Making memories haha
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sajohnson replied to the thread I got stuck in snow.Well said, you saved me some typing. :cool: I don't particularly care for the appearance either -- I'm just not really into SUVs...
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Since everyone else is offering opinions, I'll pile on. :) When they first came out, I laughed at them and did NOT think they were...
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sajohnson reacted to Just a guy from Alberta's post in the thread 2025 BS felt liners in front wheel wells with Like.
I was washing my Bronco Sport and and the front wheel wells were packed with ice and snow. I used my pressure washer to clean them out...
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This is great site but moving on picking up my 2026 Maverick Lariat Hybrid Saturday. Good luck with all your Bronco Sports.
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sajohnson replied to the thread I got stuck in snow.I'm surprised you haven't gotten flamed yet! :cool: I once criticized the "AWD" system on my 2002 WRX -- saying it stands for "All...
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I have 10 inches of ground clearance. The issue was the ice at the bottom of all that snow no traction at all even with my excellent new...
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I wouldnt go that far, I still belive my BSBL will out do any other unibody suv off road other than a Cherokee maybe. My only comparison...
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sajohnson reacted to payhurt's post in the thread Just checking in! Hope everyone is doing well. with Like.
2023 Big Bend
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sajohnson replied to the thread I got stuck in snow.The 2-piece handles are attractive, but I'd worry about their strength. You might consider something like this...
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So I forgot to mention that at the bottom if the snow was smooth ice from previous thaws. When I shovelled the tracks to get a run all...
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sajohnson replied to the thread I got stuck in snow.There's usually snow up there this time of year, right? I know it's a lot cooler.
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I've been looking for some snow to try but we haven't had any this year. We might try going up to the rim and see what's there.
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In my BS and my F150, I always carry a shovel, first aid kit, extra gas, tow rope and a fire extinguisher. I have only used the shovel...
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sajohnson replied to the thread I got stuck in snow.The crust is what we had to deal with a few weeks ago -- no high centering though. The snow wasn't quite deep enough for that -- maybe...
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Snow can present some interesting challenges depending on its physical state. Annually, we travel to my friend's rustic cabin. A few...
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Having both a 2 door and the BS, you hit on both its biggest off-roading shortcomings that can’t be significantly altered. Ground...
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This was close to mud bogging, not what Im into
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Yes it was fun and a bit of practice using the modes, learning the capabilities and helped me figure out what type of shovel to look...
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Today I went for a spin down a section of road that isnt maintained in the winter. Its been melting like crazy so I knew there wouldnt...
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Ford has demolished a small forest to send me ( and everyone else ) paperwork regarding recalls for the fuel injector leak. They...
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sajohnson replied to the thread Anybody see this of have one?.One nice feature is that it can be oriented in one of two directions, depending on which is best for the angle of the recovery/pull...
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I just ordered one of these. Ford part #VLL3Z-19A282-A. List price is $49.00.
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My post in the other thread wasn't that is strictly for emergency use only, it was that it is off-center and not the most attractive...
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sajohnson replied to the thread Anybody see this of have one?.I wonder if you could find one used? Chances are Ford uses the same tow eye for several vehicles.
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sajohnson reacted to jkernitzki's post in the thread First ever catless downpipe 2.0L Bronco Sport Badlands [ADMIN WARNING: NO DISRESPECTFUL / INSULTING BEHAVIOR] with Like.
Since boxers are by definition opposing cylinders, they're generally more aurally pleasing. Even VW's (real OG bugs, not the new crap)...
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sajohnson replied to the thread First ever catless downpipe 2.0L Bronco Sport Badlands [ADMIN WARNING: NO DISRESPECTFUL / INSULTING BEHAVIOR].Speaking generally, not necessarily about the BS, most 4 cylinder engines are best kept muffled. One exception is the Subaru boxer...
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sajohnson reacted to RM951's post in the thread First ever catless downpipe 2.0L Bronco Sport Badlands [ADMIN WARNING: NO DISRESPECTFUL / INSULTING BEHAVIOR] with Haha.
Where in the US can you go without a catalytic conv?think of all the scavengers your making unemployed
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sajohnson reacted to Robins21's post in the thread First ever catless downpipe 2.0L Bronco Sport Badlands [ADMIN WARNING: NO DISRESPECTFUL / INSULTING BEHAVIOR] with Like.
The exhaust sound on the new Mustangs is nice, but I prefer the old school 1960's muscle car exhaust rumble. IMHO the newer cars exhaust...
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sajohnson reacted to incavulator's post in the thread Snowmageddon is Here Again. Post Your Snow Pics with Like.
I could have, but my job heavily involved me working in/on the vehicles so it would have almost been pointless for me to go to the...
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sajohnson reacted to Garth's post in the thread Snowmageddon is Here Again. Post Your Snow Pics with Like.
I got stuck once with my focus and it had snows but the traction control wouldnt let me climb a street with an incline and I couldnt get...
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sajohnson reacted to BLUEOVALRACER's post in the thread Snowmageddon is Here Again. Post Your Snow Pics with Like.
Come to think of it My old Lincoln Winter beater with a 460 in it went pretty good in the snow back in the Mid to Late 80's.The block...
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sajohnson replied to the thread Snowmageddon is Here Again. Post Your Snow Pics.I plan to replace the OE tires on our BL with all weather tires when the time comes. That said, if I was still commuting to work (no...
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sajohnson reacted to Garth's post in the thread Snowmageddon is Here Again. Post Your Snow Pics with Like.
Most AT tires are snowpeak rated, most of the good ones that is. If a person doesnt want AT tires then having snows and summers is the...
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sajohnson replied to the thread Snowmageddon is Here Again. Post Your Snow Pics.Excellent story! Ingenious solution for the recovery.
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sajohnson reacted to incavulator's post in the thread Snowmageddon is Here Again. Post Your Snow Pics with Like.
A (not so) short story hopefully someone will enjoy, It's related to this winter topic. I was fortunate to work for Ford as a...
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sajohnson replied to the thread Snowmageddon is Here Again. Post Your Snow Pics.That's what I have for my WRX as well. They certainly ride (rode) nice and handle snow & ice well, but (as expected) they are pretty...
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sajohnson reacted to Warped9's post in the thread Snowmageddon is Here Again. Post Your Snow Pics with Like.
I have Michelin X-Ice tires and I have no complaints.
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sajohnson replied to the thread Snowmageddon is Here Again. Post Your Snow Pics.All weather tires can be a good choice for many people. I'll probably go with them as replacements for our OE tires when the time...
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sajohnson replied to the thread Snowmageddon is Here Again. Post Your Snow Pics.This guy does excellent tire testing: Here he talks about a great winter tire (Michelin X-Ice) that does poorly in wet & dry testing...
