Build A Bronco

[half cab]

It was a case of "got cought with their hands in the jar" and thats the only reason they did a trade and he wound up with the second bronco that Fresh started and they (BAB) were suppose to finish before they sent it to him.. whitch never happened as he had to finish it and never got a desent ride out of it til he did THE WORK HIMSELF....wound up on ebay for less than half of what he had in it...

I know several more that share Scot71's same mis adventure with them...

Funny to me how their builds don't stay with the org. owner very long...unless it's maybe Unkey Ted...

BTW That bronco they sold Scot was very dangerous....Seat latch on backwards...Radius arm brackets...etc.

 

[Fireball05]

Not sure who the multiple people with direct negative experiences are in this thread. My reference was of course the mob mentality that took over in Scott's case. Since you did read the other thread you know it got ugly. Even hendered negotiations between he and BAB. My point is each shared a blame in that situation but only BAB was enduring the lynching.

bknbronco was at their shop and warned about some overzealous use of the spray bomb.

73stallion obviously has seen/worked on one of their trucks.

1sicbronconut's post was sort of cryptic, but I didn't read that as a positive comment...


Fair enough that both BaB and Scott should both share some blame in that case, and please let's not stir that fire up again I am just saying that for me, seeing that one build and how they handled that situation would make me stay far away from them, and what I saw there was flaw in character and business ethics, not a mistake or error that can occur when running a business.

That's my less than $.02. So to answer the OP's question in a more direct and less controversial manner: No I do not have any direct experience with BaB, but from what I have read on this board I personally would stay far away.

 

[PeteO]

Not sure who the multiple people with direct negative experiences are in this thread. My reference was of course the mob mentality that took over in Scott's case. Since you did read the other thread you know it got ugly. Even hendered negotiations between he and BAB. My point is each shared a blame in that situation but only BAB was enduring the lynching.

"direct negative experiences" you're a vendor and have the most negative name on the forums from my readings. Do some community service or something.

GO RAVENS!!!!!

 

[BroncoJAK]

"direct negative experiences" you're a vendor and have the most negative name on the forums from my readings. Do some community service or something.

GO RAVENS!!!!!

Fine example of the idiotic mindset of the Internet tough guy. I'm not the vendor Einstein, just a guy who thinks for himself.

 

[PeteO]

Fine example of the idiotic mindset of the Internet tough guy. I'm not the vendor Einstein, just a guy who thinks for himself.

My apologies. Thought you were a BaB CEO

Sincerely
ITG

 

[Okbroncoman]

Make the madness stop!!!!!!!!

Can't we all just get along

Watch the Super Bowl and be happy

 

[1sicbronconut]

bknbronco was at their shop and warned about some overzealous use of the spray bomb.

73stallion obviously has seen/worked on one of their trucks.

1sicbronconut's post was sort of cryptic, but I didn't read that as a positive comment...


Fair enough that both BaB and Scott should both share some blame in that case, and please let's not stir that fire up again I am just saying that for me, seeing that one build and how they handled that situation would make me stay far away from them, and what I saw there was flaw in character and business ethics, not a mistake or error that can occur when running a business.

That's my less than $.02. So to answer the OP's question in a more direct and less controversial manner: No I do not have any direct experience with BaB, but from what I have read on this board I personally would stay far away.

No dealings with them but I thought that statement showed some serious ego on their part.

 

[yellowfeather66]

I joined this forum about four months ago and I would like to thanks everyone for the wealth of knowledge.

Here are some of the issues with my recent purchase (1973 Bronco) from Build A Bronco in December 2012

1st - To make a long story short, Brain from Build A Bronco told me there are no rust accept for two paint bubbles in front of the hood (he send me a nice video and lots of pictures of what he only want me to see). Well there more than 10 spots I can point out and/or will take pictures for Brain if he would like to dispute this here.

2rd - Brain told me, “It’s a very solid Bronco, run excellent and no leaks”. Leaking was so bad, I have to rebuild the Gear Box, replace the power steering, transmission line and transmission gasket.

3th - When the truck was delivered I notice it leaned two inches lower to the driver side. The suspension was shot. I had to replace the entire suspension.

4th - Brain and his crew installed the power brake as part of the deal but their workmanship is less then desired. Why because I notice a little ding on the hood caused by the master cylinder.

5th - His said all gauges and switches works – Well the emergency lights, cigarette lighter, back lights are not working. The speed o meter is not calibrated (it is 10 mph off), the heater is hooked up but no heat.

6th – After delivery I also found out it doesn’t have emergency brakes. I called Brain and he said, I don’t really need the emergency brake since the truck is an automatic. At this point i just laugh it off.

7th - I went to fuel up gas and fuel was leaking like crazy from the filler holes. I had to replace fuel filler holes.

So when a fellow member asked about Build A Bronco. I'll said,” RUN, they have some nice pictures and video to send you but don’t buy anything until you see it in person. At the end of the day they are used car salesmen, they just happen to specialize in Early Bronco.”

 

[bk005]

Dang, hope you get your Bronco running right.



One thing I learned is decent $ value broncos bought sight un-seen seems like a risky proposition.

 

[yellowfeather66]

Thanks bk005,

At the end of the day it is my fault for giving them the benefit of the doubt.

After seeing their website, video and speaking with them, I ASSUMED they were good guys. I thought to myself they build high value Broncos why would they jeopardize their reputation over a 20K transaction, so I went ahead and made the deal.

Lips stick on a pig is exactly what I got from Build A Bronco.

Even with a bad start I am begining to enjoy my new 1973 Bronco.

 

[monkeylovetrees]

See it touch it hear It if you can't then don't buy it period if your that stupid to buy with out it being right there to inspect it dam guys I don't have money to throw out 20-30 grad without it in front of me

 

[yellowfeather66]

Yes, I was stupid. Lesson learned.

I would not recommend them!

 

[monkeylovetrees]

Didn't me you just I've tried to have work done around here and everyone I's out for them selfs now just have to be so careful get it in a contract if they don't sign then run

 

[BroncoJAK]

Didn't me you just I've tried to have work done around here and everyone I's out for them selfs now just have to be so careful get it in a contract if they don't sign then run

Wow! That was hard to read. Good advice though. Be very specific with what you want done and what you expect for an end result.

 

[monkeylovetrees]

Yea that's what I ment to say jak didn't me to dog anyone just I know if money I's tight with me it's got to be for others and tk give it to someone that don't deserve it I's wrong

 

[yellowfeather66]

Next time, I will follow monkeylovetrees great advice (See it, touch it, hear it). I guess you can apply these principle for everything.

 

[half cab]

You can also see how they could play on peoples trust with the way they market themself and with a wright up in Bronco driver....ole Ted on board with one of his broncos....just saying

 

[sstlaure]

My buddy asked me about"Build A Bronco" in Ohio. He is looking for a no hassle bronco, a weekend driver. He is considering having "Build a Bronco", build him a truck. Does anyone have experience with these guys. Any references would be great.

Thanks.

Contact TheBroncoRanch (Tom) on here...he builds some nice trucks. He's in SE Mi, but only about 10 miles into Michigan from OH. (Temperance, MI I believe.)

I don't think I've EVER seen a bad thing said about any of his builds.

 

[Blue Bastard]

Contact TheBroncoRanch (Tom) on here...he builds some nice trucks. He's in SE Mi, but only about 10 miles into Michigan from OH. (Temperance, MI I believe.)

I don't think I've EVER seen a bad thing said about any of his builds.

http://www.thebroncoranch.com/

This is your guy! Tom has helped me out with some things on my truck. A good buddy of mine also has had two built by the bronco ranch.

http://classicbroncos.com/forums/showthread.php?t=211393

 

[Fireball05]

I've got bad things to say about Bronco Ranch. And Nicks Trix...

I've spent way too much time looking over both of their sites, and way too much money trying to emulate some of their builds!!!

Really nice work by both of those folks, and have heard only good things about both shops.