Newbie got his first EB

[DFWBroncoNewbie]

That's too funny! Seems it wont pass inspection without getting the brakes (drum) and horn fixed. I mentioned to the wifey that I wanted to fix (replace) the radiator too and she was ok with it.

I haven't even mentioned to her that I haven't gotten to the disc brake kit or the Vintage Air.... This will be a LONG summer since this will be my daily driver starting in Aug....

Has anyone ever bought a car in GA before? I'm wondering how long it will take to get the title...

 

[MartyG]

Congrats...looks great!

 

[Revelation]

I have been busted a couple times by the wife. She will bring the package in the house and set it on the kitchen table and then you get the LOOK.

I got one I have used for that.
"WOW Bax said he had the part, did not know he was getting me a new one!"

And DFWBroncoNewbie
My name is Revelation, I am a Broncoholic, now you are too!
Here is a ton of pics of your rig.

 

[shamu]

Hi Izzy, east Dallas, Lakewood area.

Nice ride and I am in Richardson.

 

[shamu]

That's too funny! Seems it wont pass inspection without getting the brakes (drum) and horn fixed. I mentioned to the wifey that I wanted to fix (replace) the radiator too and she was ok with it.

I haven't even mentioned to her that I haven't gotten to the disc brake kit or the Vintage Air.... This will be a LONG summer since this will be my daily driver starting in Aug....

Has anyone ever bought a car in GA before? I'm wondering how long it will take to get the title...

Get a green tag first at your local inspection place and the title takes about 4 weeks. If you decided on antique plates read up on them first.

 

[tk1218]

I would not do antique plates for a daily driver.

 

[chandaman_05]

Great looking rig! Congratulations and welcome to the site!

 

[markperry]

That's a very nice Bronco.....hold on too that beauty!

 

[DFWBroncoNewbie]

Thanks Guys, I'm really excited. Now I just have to fix the gas leak. Fixed the oil leak a few minutes ago, so I'm taking baby steps.

Revelation - Amen to that!!

 

[fatboy4211]

Thanks Guys, I'm really excited. Now I just have to fix the gas leak. Fixed the oil leak a few minutes ago, so I'm taking baby steps.

very nice. forget the baby steps and grab some knee pads!!!

 

[JDJ]

Congrats on the purchase of a sweet looking truck. If you have any questions at all..... post them on this site and search around on this site. The people on here are friendly and are willing to help out. I'm sure if you are having a problem with something....somebody else has already had that problem and can help you with it.

Welcome to the brotherhood

 

[turbotim2]

It doesn't have front disc brakes in it? I thought all 76-77's had them. Either way, nice looking ride! I am going to guess that the winch and huge bumper are probably contributing to your running hot condition. I agree with the others, get a better radiator!

 

[DFWBroncoNewbie]

Hey Turbo - nope. No front brakes for me. I just started looking at new radiators and all the posts regarding what kind/type/color etc etc on the forum board. It's pretty well covered topic...

 

[DFWBroncoNewbie]

Bronco update: Finally figured out why I hadn't received the title as of yet. Come to find out, the dealership didn’t own the truck and never did. The truck actually belongs to Manheim Auto Finance Services. I'm having to forward all my documentation to this institution to get the title free and clear. Total pain in the arse… Quick word of wording, DO NOT buy anything from this dealer. Stay away…

As that drama is going, I took the truck to Bartrax in Dallas TX. Josh (owner) is very down to Earth and his garage is a gear heads xanadu! Rock crawlers everywhere… They/we started tearing the truck down and found:
Rust that had been painted over in the floor pans
No brakes in the rear axle. I was aware they needed work, but once we cracked it open, there was nothing there, I mean nothing there - that’s right parts missing.
Repacking all the bearings
Redoing the electrical. Seems it was pieced together by random pieces of tape
Horn and blinkers are not functioning properly due to an issue in the steering column
And my fuel leak seems to be coming from a cracked tank in two places

I’m really surprised I made the drive back from GA to TX in one piece!

Good part is, I found out it already has a 4 core copper radiator, woo hoo....