OT: Arne’s post-teener projects, Retirement project #8, 1969 Ford Bronco Options

[Chris H.]

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) Those things are so hard to find in good shape, especially a manual.

[76-914]

Great job. Love that cockpit and its interior as well. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)

[arne]

Time for the big goodbye to the Capri. The sale was final today. I'll be finishing a couple of details, then packing it up and storing it away to await transport.

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[Root_Werks]

That’s a lucky buyer!

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This is a very good example of a Capri and rare with manual/V6.

[East coaster]

So, what’s next?

[arne]

So, what’s next?

Hard to say. A big part of the process is waiting for an interesting car to pop up that can pass my vetting to be a viable project. Sometimes it takes a while to find it. A couple months is not unusual.

[arne]

Next project found, here's a teaser...

[KELTY360]

Early Bronco! Six or v-8? This should be fun to watch.

[arne]

Early Bronco! Six or v-8? This should be fun to watch.

V8. Original was 302, there is some question as to whether the original is still in there, or if it was replaced by a 289. No matter to me, either of those is fine. I hope to have it in the garage by next weekend.

[KELTY360]

Early Bronco! Six or v-8? This should be fun to watch.

V8. Original was 302, there is some question as to whether the original is still in there, or if it was replaced by a 289. No matter to me, either of those is fine. I hope to have it in the garage by next weekend.

What year? The lack of front side markers would say pre-68, but it could have replacement front sheet metal.
You’ll have buyers beating a path to your door.

[arne]

What year? The lack of front side markers would say pre-68, but it could have replacement front sheet metal.
You’ll have buyers beating a path to your door.

It's a '69, 3 of the 4 small side reflectors are MIA. I doubt I'll refit them, but way too soon to say for sure.

[Chris H.]

Just when we think he's out of options.... Love it.

[arne]

It's home now, and sitting in the garage with a flat tire. I unloaded it in the street and it drove into the garage under its own power. That's very rare for my projects, I think this is only the second one to do that. Starting tomorrow I'll sort parts and see just what it is that I've bought.

I haven't really started exploring to see what I bought. Just a few odds and ends so far. First inspection shows it to be mostly stock, other than headers, dual exhaust and what looks to be probably around 2" suspension lift. No body lift. The tires are 31x10.50R15 on 15x8's with approximately 4" backside. They poke a fair bit in back, and I suspect the funky coil-over spring assist shocks on the rear are all that keeps them from rubbing on the uncut fenders. I like the stance, but the suspension will need a refresh at some point. I'll probably want to drop to a bit narrower wheel to tuck things in a bit.

That's all for now. Stay tuned for more later.

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[914_7T3]

Oh Wow (IMG:style_emoticons/default/shades.gif)

Looks like a great project!

[KELTY360]

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[arne]

Been a fair amount going on with the Bronc. After flitting around to this bit, and then to that part, I've settled on a couple first goals.

First is to make it mobile. Yes, it would start and run and drive on and off the trailer to get it home, but I wasn't happy with the process. Since it had no gas tanks the PO fed it fuel via a soda bottle wedged in the engine compartment. And because the wiring is a mess and the solenoid was seized, you had to twist a couple of wires together for ignition, and then short across the 2 large terminals on the solenoid, with many accompanying sparks. Sparks and an open bottle of gas in the same engine compartment did not give me warm fuzzies. I now have a temporary toggle inside for ignition, with a push button connected to a new solenoid to crank it over.

It still has no fuel tanks, but a new rear tank kit is on its way now, should be here tomorrow. That will take care of all the safety issues in starting the engine so that I can move it.

Also looking for an appropriate set of wheels and tires for it, since the rear tires are 17 years old, and fronts are over 20. And the LF doesn't hold air very long, either. I've got a line on something local I think would be good, but the seller seems to have ghosted me so far.

Second goal is to get the body solid and ready for final body and paint work. I want to get that out of the way early this time.

Parts - The first parts to arrive were the least needed, as I snagged a set of close-out Toyota H4 headlights at a killer price. Opened the box, checked them out, and packed them back up, as I won't be ready for those for a long while yet. Tomorrow should bring the new fuel tank, plus a first batch of replacement sheet metal—floors and windshield cowl mount. Also expecting a new HEI distributor and transfer case shift lever with floor indicator in the next day or two. These were another crime of opportunity, not really needed just yet.

I've started removing parts so I can get to the rusty areas. Going to have to get a fresh tank of gas for the MIG soon...

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[Root_Werks]

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[arne]

Rust repair has begun.

[technicalninja]

Are these the Toyota lights you are referring too?

https://cruiserteq.com/oem-toyota-koito-h4-...s-elec81110kit/

$42.50 seems an absolute steal for 2 glass lens housings, bulbs, and wiring harness with relays.

[arne]

Are these the Toyota lights you are referring too?

https://cruiserteq.com/oem-toyota-koito-h4-...s-elec81110kit/

$42.50 seems an absolute steal for 2 glass lens housings, bulbs, and wiring harness with relays.

That's the lights, but you can get them cheaper than that. Your local Toyota dealer may have them available (part number is 81110-60P70), or this link will help you find dealers selling at MSRP (currently $23.05 for the pair), or even less. I had to order mine from out of town, but the pair was discounted to $17.33, and only $34.85 shipped.

https://autoparts.toyota.com/products/produ...assy-8111060p70