Finally starting a thread to document my Bronco build/refresh. This is my first EB and probably won't be my last. Found this one in Denver and agreed to buy it on 10/6/2013. Flew from Houston to Denver early morning on 10/10/2013, exchanged funds and paperwork and then started the 1,000 mile drive back to Houston. Made it 400 miles from Denver to Amarillo on 10/10/2013 and then the remaining 600 miles from Amarillo to Houston on 10/11/2013. Truck drove solidly at 60 to 70 mph all the way home and thankfully no problems.
Somewhat undecided on what to do with the truck so mainly have been spending most of my time cleaning the truck from top to bottom. I really wanted an original paint, uncut EB and still think that may be the direction I head before it is all said and done which means selling or trading this one.
This truck was cut at one point in its life and then was returned to uncut and painted during the 1990s. The color is the same as the original, code U - Vista Orange, though there is a slight variation in color between the rear fenders and the rest of the truck. Also have some slight surface rust/blistering at the rear fender seams.
Prior owner did a fair amount of maintenance in the last 6 months including new brake system (power booster, master cylinder, front & rear pads/shoes), new front seals, upper and lower ball joints, new fuel pump, carb rebuild and radiator flush and reseal. So far I've only had to change the oil and filter and replace an exhaust donut gasket.
If I keep the truck plans are to:
1) Finish the cleaning - full exterior/interior/underbody detail
2) Address rear fenders
3) Install interior sound deadening
4) Install stereo system - CD player, amp, component speakers and sub
5) Replace front seat covers and foam
6) Install 2.5" suspension lift
7) Replace OEM gray rims with OEM white rims and install new AT or MT tires
Pictures:
10/10/2013 - Day 1 of ownership prior to leaving Denver
At home, after a wash and ditching the dog dish hub caps
Marti Report attached
Somewhat undecided on what to do with the truck so mainly have been spending most of my time cleaning the truck from top to bottom. I really wanted an original paint, uncut EB and still think that may be the direction I head before it is all said and done which means selling or trading this one.
This truck was cut at one point in its life and then was returned to uncut and painted during the 1990s. The color is the same as the original, code U - Vista Orange, though there is a slight variation in color between the rear fenders and the rest of the truck. Also have some slight surface rust/blistering at the rear fender seams.
Prior owner did a fair amount of maintenance in the last 6 months including new brake system (power booster, master cylinder, front & rear pads/shoes), new front seals, upper and lower ball joints, new fuel pump, carb rebuild and radiator flush and reseal. So far I've only had to change the oil and filter and replace an exhaust donut gasket.
If I keep the truck plans are to:
1) Finish the cleaning - full exterior/interior/underbody detail
2) Address rear fenders
3) Install interior sound deadening
4) Install stereo system - CD player, amp, component speakers and sub
5) Replace front seat covers and foam
6) Install 2.5" suspension lift
7) Replace OEM gray rims with OEM white rims and install new AT or MT tires
Pictures:
10/10/2013 - Day 1 of ownership prior to leaving Denver
At home, after a wash and ditching the dog dish hub caps
Marti Report attached
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