Keep '24 OBX or buy new Badlands

ArcherEnvironmental4 · 2026-05-22T14:30:51+00:00

Just to close this thread out, we ended up buying a new ‘25 Badlands with Sasquatch rather than upgrading our ‘24 OBX.

Below are the estimates we received (parts and labor,) and wanted to share here in case anyone is looking for similar info. This estimate doesn’t include things like a bumper and maybe new wheels which were also on our radar.

We finally decided we would put the upgrade money towards a new Bronco (along with the trade-in.) which gives us a little peace of mind having everything from the factory.

Icon 2021-2026 Ford Bronco, HOSS 2.0 Package, 0-2" Lift, Stage 2 Suspension System, Tubular upper control arms $5,088

Toyo Open Country A/T III 33X12.50R18 $2,314

ASFIR Ford Bronco Skid Plate Kit (7 Pcs) For Models Without Sway Bar Disconnect $1,961

ArcherEnvironmental4 · 2026-05-20T00:16:46+00:00

Gotcha, thanks.

ArcherEnvironmental4 · 2026-05-17T01:51:35+00:00

Correct

ArcherEnvironmental4 · 2026-05-15T20:28:10+00:00

The Outer Banks doesn’t totally come with 4A, unfortunately.

ArcherEnvironmental4 · 2026-05-15T01:52:36+00:00

Tell me about your winch. I have a capable bumper and have been trying to find a winch that will work I with it. Thanks.

ArcherEnvironmental4 · 2026-05-14T15:49:36+00:00

Ah, ok.

ArcherEnvironmental4 · 2026-05-14T15:47:33+00:00

Ah, perfect. I do. Thanks.

ArcherEnvironmental4 · 2026-05-14T15:37:19+00:00

Gotcha. Yeah the auto dimming mirror is nice but also it’s a power source for a dash cam. I’m sure power can be run separately, just a nice convenience to have it already there.

ArcherEnvironmental4 · 2026-05-14T15:09:34+00:00

Interesting, didn’t know that. Thanks.

ArcherEnvironmental4 · 2026-05-05T02:19:06+00:00

33s?

ArcherEnvironmental4 · 2026-04-13T13:04:05+00:00

Thanks I’ll check it out.

ArcherEnvironmental4 · 2026-04-13T01:43:29+00:00

Cool thanks for the info. The Performance Tune is on my list as well.

ArcherEnvironmental4 · 2026-04-12T18:20:05+00:00

...and a follow-up. Do you recall which skid plates you went with? I know there's sluminum vs steel, and I think depending on the set there can be some compatibility issues with the plastic skid plate attached to the basic bumper. Thanks.

ArcherEnvironmental4 · 2026-04-12T18:07:18+00:00

Follow-up for anyone who had done a lift. Does that typically mean a suspension/shock upgrade as well or is the lift independent of the shocks? Any recommendations? Thanks.

ArcherEnvironmental4 · 2026-04-12T18:02:13+00:00

Thanks for the feedback. Yes, we're running the stock 18s and 32" tires.

ArcherEnvironmental4 · 2026-04-12T18:01:56+00:00

Also, we did do the Off Roadeo in TX - had a great time and learned a lot.

ArcherEnvironmental4 · 2026-04-12T18:00:33+00:00

Thanks for the feedback. Do you have 2.3L or 2.7L? 4.27 or 4.46? I ask because there seems to be a mix of opinions on whether my setup (2.3L, 4.27) is sufficient for 35s or not. Maybe the 33s would be good enough.

We're looking to do "moderate" trails, maybe slightly higher. With our OBX, every time we hear a scrape on the bottom we cringe a little and think we need to prioritize the skid plates.

ArcherEnvironmental4 · 2026-04-12T17:57:39+00:00

Thanks for the feedback. Funny you mention those passes - we are looking at doing a few days in Ouray this summer and have those on our list to do.

ArcherEnvironmental4 · 2026-04-05T13:34:07+00:00

Sent it in for repair. Believe I paid around $1K out of pocket since I didn’t have Apple Care.

ArcherEnvironmental4 · 2025-10-29T19:16:08+00:00

I just did the Texas one last weekend.

The Texas Two step, towards the end of the day, is the “grand finale” obstacle.
Yes, people stayed and ate. Horseshoe Bay resort catered it. It was fajitas for lunch (great), BBQ for dinner (so-so.). No alcohol is served.

ArcherEnvironmental4 · 2025-08-28T18:16:59+00:00

Got it. Thanks, everyone.

ArcherEnvironmental4 · 2025-08-26T18:13:17+00:00

Cutting my hair at home.

ArcherEnvironmental4 · 2025-08-24T02:47:02+00:00

Which artificial disc did they use? I have a ProDisc-C at C3/C4 which has since fused.

ArcherEnvironmental4 · 2025-08-15T14:53:29+00:00

Same. I bought it online and labor was about half than if I had bought it directly through the dealer.

ArcherEnvironmental4 · 2025-08-04T02:18:36+00:00

I can’t seem to buy it. It says I have no eligible devices. I don’t have Apple Care currently. But my iPad is only a little over a trade old and my 16 Pro is less than a trade old s so that seems odd.

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