Starting the build of the Bronco

[Cr33p3r]

This is going to be the building of the Bronco from the start of where it is since I purchased it a couple of weeks ago.

First thing is trying to decide on a name for it, thinking either Piss Willy or Redneck Leprechaun.

We checked it out pretty thoroughly yesterday and made a list of things that need some attention in two categories, immediately and over time. Of course you can probably guess which list was longer for a 35 year old Bronco, the immediate list. Thankfully the body is solid with no rust!

This ride's story starts out that it came from Arkansas and was wheeled down there in the mud and trees. At some point in its life the owner made up grades like 3" body lift, 4" suspension lift, 2x6x1/8" tube front bumper w/winch mount, 4 off road lights,35x12.50-r15s on Amreincan Racing aluminum wheels, Warn locking hubs, Sony Xplode cd player. They added headers and full dual exhaust, Edelbrock intake and 650 cfm carb to the 400M motor to include upgrading the electronic ignition.

On the downside they weren't automotive electrically suave, splicing into all kinds of wires and cutting wires and leaving them hang. Some splices include home electrical wire nuts! So this is where the first major work will start, rather than repair the rats nest I will just do a full on harness replacement.

Also yesterday repaired a couple of small leaking hose clamps tightened up important bolts that were loose like the front drive shafts u joints. Will post pics as soon as I get them transferred from my tablet.

[javaman34]

Sounds good so far.

[Popsgarage]

1freaky1 previously posted:

[zukrider]

as hack as MOST people see it to be, properly installed wire nuts are a far better solution than typical cheap butt connections. and depending on who does the work, better than solder as well.

but i get to be the first to say this thread is worthless without pics!

[Cr33p3r]

Ok here are the starter pics, 3/4 shot from the rear, Front bumper, under dash wiring mess, front fender dent, 9" with sway bar and rear wiring mess.

[Cr33p3r]

High pinion D44, 400M painted ugly green w/ under hood wiring mess, low hanging exhaust due to no room to raise it, grime of the transfer case, and prior floor board rust repair.

[Cr33p3r]

Oil leak running down to tranny and back, front u joint bolts loose, front sway bar extension welded on also fron C bushings will need to be replaced.

[Cr33p3r]

Will keep this going as we progress with it.

[javaman34]

I don't envy you with the wiring mess. I don't want to trade ya anymore. Still a nice looking Bronco.

[Popsgarage]

When do we start?????????

[The StRanger]

I think your right with the replacement Harness. Its just not worth tryin to fix a 35 year old harness.
That front bumper really need a redesign, And what was he thinkin with that exhaust pipe ???

[Hypoid]

1freaky1 previously posted:

[Cr33p3r]

javaman34 previously posted:

[Cr33p3r]

The StRanger previously posted:

[javaman34]

1freaky1 previously posted:

[Cr33p3r]

Until I get it registered and emissions done its going to be on hold til we get the Mercedes fixed!

[javaman34]

1freaky1 previously posted:

[88Toy]

You definitely have your work cut out for you. It'll be a nice rig when you're done.

[Fordguy77]

That is quite the rats nest there! Good luck with the build! I swear I'll check on my door panels for you sooner than later!

[Funrover]

Good luck with this!