2021-2022 Bronco Off-Road Review!

Posted by Adrian Geske on 12/19/2021 to In-Depth Review

You might feel hesitant to jump into buying a 2021-2022 Ford Bronco. It is a mystery how well it will really perform off-road until you get behind the wheel. At Stage 3 Motorsports, we have taken care of that for you. Up in one of the most treacherous and picturesque places in the world, Sedona, Arizona, we took the 2021-2022 Ford Bronco out for an adventure in this semi-desert grassland. The 2021-2022 Ford Bronco model we used is the Black Diamond which is a bare bones off-road model that allows us to show you some of the capabilities off the lot without any additional upgrades or modifications. In the video, we go through all the important features of the vehicle and highlight some of the upsides and downsides of this basic off-road layout. This video is worth a watch with its full vehicle breakdown and supplemental footage of it really tackling some rocky, semi-desert terrain. As more upgrade and modification parts and products become more and more available, Stage 3 Motorsports will be at the forefront of rolling out some great options for leveling up your 2021-2022 Ford Bronco off-road build. There are already a number of great products being offered on our website. We will go through a few important ones including Leveling Kits, Bumpers and Skid Plates, Soft Tops, and Control Arms on the market right now to get you started on your way to a rad off-road build.

2021-2022 Bronco Leveling Kits

When you are taking on more difficult trails, not having high enough clearance with a large enough wheel and tire combination can lead to scraping of underbelly parts like your differential that can be potentially costly to your 2021-2022 Ford Bronco. As seen in the video, you can see that when the terrain gets a little tricky with picking a proper line to maneuver the vehicle, there were many instances where it would hang up on rocks and skid down ledges which can wear down the skid and bash plates quickly. Leveling kits and bigger tires are the anecdote for this problem. Luckily for you there are a few great options out right now to add some much needed ride height to your 2021-2022 Ford Bronco. The 2021-2022 Bronco Rough Country 2" Lift Kit is a bolt-on lift kit that does not require a disassembly of the struts to install. It is an easy and convenient way to add 2" of lift that solves the clearance problem for applying a bigger wheel and tire combination. Each of the strut spacers in this kit are precisely manufactured using laser cutting for a custom fit to the existing suspension features of the 2021-2022 Ford Bronco. For extra protection, they are finished in a black powder coat that is corrosion resistant. You get all of these benefits of a premium lift kit while maintaining the factory ride quality. Another great option for adding even more clearance is the 2021-2022 Bronco ICON 3" Lift Coilover Spacer Kit. This kit adds 3" of lift to the front and 2.75" to the rear. There will be no obstacles too daunting for your 2021-2022 Ford Bronco once you get this kit installed. It is truly worth the investment with the reliable, strong construction of its components. The CNC machined 6061 aluminum is as resilient a material that you can find with spacer kits and each component is finished with a black anodized coat for corrosion resistance. As far as leveling kits go, you cannot go wrong with either of these options. If you are looking for some bigger tires to combine with these leveling kits, check out the 33" and 35" tire options.

2021-2022 Bronco Bumpers & Skid Plates

One of the main issues addressed in the video is the ground clearance and scraping issues when it comes to tackling more intense obstacles and terrain. Investing in some protective products for the front, rear, and underbelly of your 2021-2022 Ford Bronco is essential if you plan on trekking more difficult trails like the ones in Sedona, AZ. A company that knows a lot about the plight of off-road driving in desert or semi-desert terrains, Addictive Desert Designs (ADD), has created a line of bumpers and skid plates specifically designed for the 2021-2022 Ford Bronco that will alleviate some of the abuse you put your vehicle through out on these types of trails. The 2021-2022 Bronco ADD Bomber Front Bumper is a tight fitting front bumper that improves the approach angle and increases the ground clearance of the front of your 2021-2022 Ford Bronco. Combine this with the 2021-2022 Bronco ADD Bomber Rear Bumper and the 2021-2022 Bronco ADD Bomber Front Bumper Skid Plate for complete front, rear, and underbelly protection. Not only that, but they will allow you to still use the existing features properly and add a ton of other functionality to these areas of your 2021-2022 Ford Bronco. Both the front and rear ADD Bomber bumpers allow you to mount RIGID or Baja Designs LED lighting onto them. The compatible LED lighting is available to purchase with each of the bumpers and really adds some substantial extra visibility for more off-road opportunities. Stay out late or light up the campsite with this premium, unique LED light mount capability. All of this while getting the increased ride height and skid protection that the bare bones 2021-2022 Ford Bronco needs.

2021-2022 Bronco Soft Tops

Another issue that we found with the performance of the 2021-2022 Ford Bronco is the rattling of the factory soft top when you have it folded up. Opening up the soft top and getting fresh air and a full view of the scenery around you can really make a difference in being able to enjoy your off-road adventure. We found that when the factory soft top is folded up, that it bounces around and makes noise when navigating more intensive obstacles. This can truly be annoying after awhile and it is worth looking into a possible solution. There is a way you can strap it down to help stabilize it or you can upgrade to a better soft top from Bestop. The 2021-2022 Bronco Bestop Trektop Soft Top is a perfect replacement soft top that will exceed expectations. This soft top is available in a vinyl or twill material. The guide-track system allows for multiple open-air configurations that you can adjust depending on the environment. The soft top itself is more stabilized than the factory one and is more stylish too. Not only will you get rid of that annoying rattling sound, but you will add a sleek, black finish for a more attractive exterior. The best part, is that it can be installed with additional drilling. It works seamlessly with the factory doors and the rear tailgate with no interference from the rear window panel. You really cannot go wrong with any of the Bestop soft top options.

2021-2022 Bronco UCAs and Rear Trailing Arms

The 2021-2022 Ford Bronco is already a highly-capable off-road machine even with the bare bones off-road package. However, adding a little extra performance strength and articulation to your suspension does not hurt if you are want to push it to its limits. Camburg is leading the way when it comes to quality suspension upgrades for the 2021-2022 Ford Bronco. The 2021-2022 Bronco Camburg Kinetik Series Billet Upper Arm and Lower Trailing Arm Combo Kit includes two UCAs and two rear trailing arms for a complete control arm overhaul. Installing this kit with a bare bones off-road layout increases usable wheel travel, corrects camber and caster, and eliminates weak factory ball joints. Each of the components are stronger and more impact resistant than the factory components. You will really be able to let the 2021-2022 Ford Bronco flex its muscles off-road even in the most treacherous of terrains like that of the Sedona, AZ semi-desert grassland. This Kinetic Series line from Camburg is fairly pricey, so if you are looking for a less expensive option they also offer the more cost effective Tubular line. We recommend getting the 2021-2022 Bronco Camburg Tubular 1.25" Uniball UCAs and 2021-2022 Bronco Camburg Rear Tubular Lower Trailing Arm Kit which will include all the same components as the Kinetik Series Combo Kit.

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