Meet ‘Gruff’ our Shadow Black Outer Banks: Air Design Hood Scoop, Falken Wildpeak AT Trail 235/65/R18, Debadged, Blacked Out

[Dan.Bronco]

Looks great. I got the nudge bar installed for about 300. Didn't want lights but I really like the lights you installed. Mind sharing the eBay link?

https://www.ebay.com/itm/2x-3-90W-LED-Work-Light-Cube-Bar-Spot-Flood-Pods-Truck-Driving-Fog-Off-road-ATV-/164524830498?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0

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[Spartan007]

Where did you find the bronco decal/badge on door?? Looks sick! And how was it attached? 3M tape?

 

[Dan.Bronco]

Where did you find the bronco decal/badge on door?? Looks sick! And how was it attached? 3M tape?

The horse emblem I have actually removed, I didn’t like the thickness on it. I felt it cluttered the smooth lines of the bronco sport, it was also an older design than the current horse. Slightly more detailed and rounder, vs the squarer version on on the current generation, the tail also goes in the opposite direction.

I bought these from eBay in chrome and plasti dipped them myself. And yes simple 3m tape installation, I did also note that they only had left side ones so my right side was running against the car which ultimately led me to the decision to remove them.

If you are referring to the matte black outer banks emblems on the more recent pictures. They are courtesy of @VortexSigns they are vinyl decals. I think the look much cleaner on the vehicle I am very happy with them.

They also have other designs if you wanted to go for a decal of the current generation horse, I believe that would look loads better, the thickness of the old school emblems just looked out of place in most lights so that’s why I wouldn’t recommend. But the decals from vortex signs I couldn’t recommend enough.

 

[Spartan007]

The horse emblem I have actually removed, I didn’t like the thickness on it. I felt it cluttered the smooth lines of the bronco sport, it was also an older design than the current horse. Slightly more detailed and rounder, vs the squarer version on on the current generation, the tail also goes in the opposite direction.

I bought these from eBay in chrome and plasti dipped them myself. And yes simple 3m tape installation, I did also note that they only had left side ones so my right side was running against the car which ultimately led me to the decision to remove them.

If you are referring to the matte black outer banks emblems on the more recent pictures. They are courtesy of @VortexSigns they are vinyl decals. I think the look much cleaner on the vehicle I am very happy with them.

They also have other designs if you wanted to go for a decal of the current generation horse, I believe that would look loads better, the thickness of the old school emblems just looked out of place in most lights so that’s why I wouldn’t recommend. But the decals from vortex signs I couldn’t recommend enough.

 

[Spartan007]

Thanks for the info! I have actually seen the vinyl decals and was debating between the two. You've helped make my decision easier lol. I am actually planning on getting the Falken AT Trail tires on my BB. Debating 225 vs 235 (leaning towards 235) Don't want to add lift or make any modifications so your info on the 235s has helped. I read in earlier post that you have not experienced any rub. Have you tested full lock and have you taken it off road? Still no rub? Thanks!

 

[Dan.Bronco]

Thanks for the info! I have actually seen the vinyl decals and was debating between the two. You've helped make my decision easier lol. I am actually planning on getting the Falken AT Trail tires on my BB. Debating 225 vs 235 (leaning towards 235) Don't want to add lift or make any modifications so your info on the 235s has helped. I read in earlier post that you have not experienced any rub. Have you tested full lock and have you taken it off road? Still no rub? Thanks!

Glad I could be of help.

I have done around 13k miles since my tire swap with no rub, very little road noise and mpg impact.

I’ve driven 2-3 times off road recreationally nothing to serious but some moderate trails, no issues.

however, I work in sales in… let’s call it agriculture. So I spend a lot of time off paved roads in farm land, still no issues.

No lift either.

 

[Spartan007]

Glad I could be of help.

I have done around 13k miles since my tire swap with no rub, very little road noise and mpg impact.

I’ve driven 2-3 times off road recreationally nothing to serious but some moderate trails, no issues.

however, I work in sales in… let’s call it agriculture. So I spend a lot of time off paved roads in farm land, still no issues.

No lift either.

I will be driving exact same. Mostly paved roads with occasional off beaten path. Thanks again for all your insigh!

 

[Dan.Bronco]

I will be driving exact same. Mostly paved roads with occasional off beaten path. Thanks again for all your insigh!

No problem at all, here is how the tires look at 14264 miles.

Any other things I can help with I’m more than happy to share my experiences.

Awning and sleeping setups are going to be my next project.

 

[Spartan007]

Definitely post pics of the awning, I was going to look into one of those as well! Thanks again for the insight, I was bouncing back and forth between the At3s and At trails but feel the At trails might be a better fit

 

[M1Tanker]

No problem at all, here is how the tires look at 14264 miles.

Any other things I can help with I’m more than happy to share my experiences.

Awning and sleeping setups are going to be my next project.

Excellent setup! How much height does the new tires add over the stock ones?

 

[brockdog12]

Is the organizer in the back cargo area from Ford ?

I have an organizer from Ford that also has a soft side cooler. It was designed for the Flex, wife has it in her Camry trunk.

 

[Dan.Bronco]

Excellent setup! How much height does the new tires add over the stock ones?

I didn’t notice much, the tire shop said I gained an inch from it.

 

[M1Tanker]

Thanks, that's what I needed to know.

 

[Spartan007]

No problem at all, here is how the tires look at 14264 miles.

Any other things I can help with I’m more than happy to share my experiences.

Awning and sleeping setups are going to be my next project.

Have you had any issues with scratches/swirl marks on the glossy black plastic C-Pillar? Not sure how it happened as I use nothing but soft microfiber towels. Any tips on products to use?

 

[Dan.Bronco]

Have you had any issues with scratches/swirl marks on the glossy black plastic C-Pillar? Not sure how it happened as I use nothing but soft microfiber towels. Any tips on products to use?

Yes I have, I got mine a little scuffed up some branches too it seems to be a super sensitive area.

I’ve considered the vinyl protectors from @VortexSigns but I haven’t pulled the trigger yet.

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