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I threw my 4X4 elk rack on my early model bronco over 15years ago and the title broncolope came about since then I have been through a few broncos. Here is my latest project 77 ford broncolpe Starting Purchased this way only change top removed Starting to tear down grind rust remove trim Decided need to take the body off and really get into it New suspension parts [img] http://broncolope.com/bronco/bronco3.jpg[/img] [img] http://broncolope.com/bronco/bronco4.jpg[/img]
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Broncolope, very glad you decided to post your project down here. I hope you make updates so we can follow the project. I've wanted a 1st gen bronco for a very long time, still don't have one. looks like a small block v-8 is it a 302? probably power steering in a 77 too huh? check these guys out for your tin if you need any. http://www.autobodyspecialt.comI don't know how they compare to other places bacause i've never bought bronco parts before but i've bought car & truck sheetmetal from these guys & I find them very hard to beat. good luck with your project, please update when you can. Maybe I'll post my 77 ford 1/2 ton 4x4 project down here too.
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Dave, Yup 302, power stearing disc brakes, I need to get rid of the inverted Y stearing setup and go with a straight tie rod with drag link set up works much better for lifting and bouncing. I hope to get some work done on the tub in the next few days will take pics, then it can go back on the frame.
Most bronco parts I get from Jeffs Bronco, James Duff, and broncograveyard.com makes it easy because they specialize in the Early bronco stuff and so you don't end up dealing with someone that has no clue.
Yes post yours.. with lots of pics..
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Dude....this is going to be a great thread. I'm working on a 78 F-150 4x4. An early Bronco is the next in line. Keep us posted with this. I LOVE these Bronco's.
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I was going to suggest Jeff's broncograveyard. Everything I've bought so far was from them. Jeff himself answers the e-mails. They checked my parts to make sure they were all correct and will work with eachother.
Good people to work with so far.
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so it's like converting a pre78 1/2 ton to the 78-79 style stearing linkage?
I'd like to do that with my 77, I like the 78-79 set up way better but I did just buy a new 77 style pitman arm so I'll probably just stick with the ole Y-bone set up.
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so it's like converting a pre78 1/2 ton to the 78-79 style stearing linkage?
I'd like to do that with my 77, I like the 78-79 set up way better but I did just buy a new 77 style pitman arm so I'll probably just stick with the ole Y-bone set up.
dave, look at broncograveyard, I think they have the conversion set up in there. I know they have it for the bronco's.
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You need to come out to CA or AZ and pick up a rust free tub for that thing, as yours looks beyond repair!
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dude if that tub is beyond repair, i don't want to show you some of the junk I've fixed up here in the salted tundra tzone, as much as it pains me to say, some of the toughest steering linkage conversions for these old 1/2 ton fords often us some linkage rods from... gasp... 3/4 or 1 ton chevs it's really just a matter of using good heavy parts that you can make fit. A lot of guys will top mount the linkage on the steering knuckles, use a tapered bit & drill new tapered tie rod joint bores from the top side of the steering knuckle ears & drop in the heavy truck linkage from the top side. Better rock clearance & very stout pieces. it's the sort of thing you aint gonna find in a catalog it's the work of old crafty devils that need strong trucks cause they're really tough on em. old school
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I have used this gent, Parts Mike, in the past and he has great stuff and is a grand ol' gentleman to work with. Check out his website, you may find it intersting! http://www.partsmike.com/store/store.php
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I gotta start somewhere man....If there is old school to be found, it's in a shop in Duluth, MN. There ain't much that old cat can't fix, especially on a Ford.
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You need to come out to CA or AZ and pick up a rust free tub for that thing, as yours looks beyond repair! Laughing.. yes most people would haul that tub to the scrap yard.. but I will revive it, it definetly won't be a "proper" repair or restoration just as long as it functions and I can hide the repair with custom interior and body work I will be happy. they do sell the complete conversion kits for the inverted y steering linkage at jeffs..
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That thing isn't bad, you'd draw a pretty penny here for one in that shape. Lots of cool custom mods to hide stuff.
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there is a 76 in detroit lakes for ... $5500 right now. looks solid.
someday i'll get one.
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Get it Dave. You need a huntin' truck now that Weezy is driving yours. Glad I could help.
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oh, yeah thinks. big helper
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No problem man. Thats what I'm here for.
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guys, the wife was heart broken about a year ago when her elderly father told her that he was selling his 79 F150 4x4 to a grandson. She wanted that truck for a very long time. Well tonight the ole man called her up & told her if she wanted the 79 F150 4x4 352/4 speed for 400 bucks she could have it. Well, our collection of ford pickups is about to grow by one pickup truck. she is crazy enthused. stay tuned for chick up truck project post. it is inevitable.
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What will the washer do?
Looks good. We looked at a 76 broco for $7900. It was pretty nice, but I'd have to sell my FINISHED 78 to get it. :sad:
Keep us posted on your project, I like in man.
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