Top 5 Bronco Mods Under $500

Are you looking for ways to personalize and upgrade your Ford Bronco without breaking the bank? Look no further! Here are the top five modifications for the Ford Bronco that you can do for less than $500 each. These cheap Bronco mods can make a huge difference in how your vehicle looks, feels, and performs.

Each upgrade on this list:

• Only requires basic hand tools
• Instantly improves your Bronco
• Can be completed in a day
• Costs less than $500

Check out this video to find out more, or keep reading for an overview of each of our cheap Bronco mod suggestions.

1. Blow-Off Valve

One of the quickest and most effective upgrades you can make to your modern Bronco is an aftermarket blow-off valve. No modification is required for the installation and it's a direct-fit product. Installing a modern Bronco blowoff valve is an easy process that even beginner mechanics can tackle with no problem.

Aftermarket blow-off valves are designed to handle the turbo pressures in your Bronco's engine much better than the stock diverter valve. This is especially true if you have a tuned Bronco, which can experience high turbo pressures.

Aftermarket blow-off valves produce a more pronounced turbo sound. This lets your Bronco's engine noise stand out from the crowd.

Blow-off valves are fairly inexpensive. Most options fall in the $200-$250 range. The installation is also super easy. It takes less than 10 minutes to install in some cases.

2. Cold Air Intake

Adding a cold air intake to a turbocharged engine has always been a great way to add horsepower. Whether you're talking about the 2.3L or the 2.7L, more cold air will help bring out the maximum potential of your Bronco's engine.

Most aftermarket cold air intakes include a high flow filter which can improve airflow to the engine by around 30% when compared to the factory filter.

A cold air intake will also give your Bronco's engine a much more aggressive sound compared to the factory setup.

Some models are contained within a watertight sealed box. This allows you to take your Bronco through intense off-road situations without having to worry about water splashing into your air filter. The box is easily removable, so you'll still be able to clean your filter for regular maintenance.

It's possible to get your hands on a cold air filter kit for under $500. Most models will only set you back around $430, so it's very affordable as a beginner-friendly mod. The installation is also super simple and can be completed in around half an hour, getting you back on the road with more horsepower in no time.

3. Spacer Lift Kit

The Ford Bronco has a sizable ride height with the stock wheels and tires, but if you want a lifted look and more clearance for bigger tires, installing a Bronco spacer lift is a great option. A Bronco spacer lift works with all your factory components, so they don't change the ride quality much from stock.

Spacer lift kits fit most Bronco trims. However, if you've got the Sasquatch package, the Bilstein shocks cause fitment issues with most spacer lift kits.

Installing a spacer lift kit on your Bronco is very inexpensive, costing only around $150 for the parts. However, it is more time intensive than some of the easier projects, as it requires you to remove the factory wheels and struts. The steps are very simple, so if you follow the instructions carefully, you should be back on the road with a newly lifted Bronco in around three hours.

4. Pocket Fog Light Kit

Visibility is incredibly important with off-road capable vehicles like the 2021+ Bronco.The stock modern Ford Bronco has great headlights, but there is room for improvement in fog-heavy conditions. Adding new fog lights will increase the width of the beam area while also improving range.

Fog lights are easy to install with kits available for mounting to either steel or plastic bumpers. Many kits make use of the factory brackets and wiring. Bronco fog lights are also available in a variety of colors, allowing you to add some flare to your Bronco's appearance while staying road legal.

Each of these options are priced a little differently, so you can actually pay way under $500 for a set of new fog lights. Many fog light install kits are available between $250 and $380.

5. Aftermarket Fender Flares

The stock fender flares on the 2021+ Bronco do a decent job of protecting the body from loose rock damage. However, it's a good idea to add larger fender flares if you plan on lifting your Bronco. New fender flares give extra protection to larger wheels and tires and your Bronco's body while also turning heads with a fresh look.

Installing Bronco fender flares is about as easy as it gets.. The stock fender flares literally pop right off, making this a mod anyone can do in just a few minutes.

Aftermarket fender flares are also well within the $500 price range, which makes them an affordable first mod. You can replace all four stock fender flares on your 2021+ Bronco for around $450.

Take Your Bronco Mods to the Next Level

These cheap Bronco mods can keep you busy for the next few weekends and give a more custom look to your Bronco. Once you're done with these mods, check out our list of the top 5 Raptor-inspired mods for your Bronco and build your dream off-roader.