Do I need early Bronco specialist shop?

[jacrz]

I need someone to identify and address a scraping/grinding sound I am hearing while the 1974 truck is in motion (seems unrelated to engine operation), and also to replace the loud/whining power steering pump (which I have purchased). Is this something where I really need an early Bronco or classic car specialist service shop, or can I rely on a more general service shop? Appreciate your thoughts.

 

[Broncobowsher]

I would lean more to the old car speciality shop, Bronco specific would be best.
Modern general auto repair shops struggle with anything before the mid 90s. Most of them are R&R shops that throw common parts to fix common problems on daily drivers. Actual diagnostic skills are generally rather poor when it comes to special stuff and old schools stuff.

 

[Brush Hog]

DIY….that’s half the fun of owning an EB (at least to me). It’s problem solving with a little elbow grease. If you think you don’t have the skills the internet has videos on doing anything.

 

[SteveL]

DIY….that’s half the fun of owning an EB (at least to me). It’s problem solving with a little elbow grease. If you think you don’t have the skills the internet has videos on doing anything.

^^what brush hog said^^. If it's still the stock eb steering pump look up Saginaw swap on here. Ford pumps like to whine especially if you have larger than stock tires.

 

[76YETI]

"Google" my friend. For example: "power steering pump, early bronco" then click on videos..... Also, tons of videos from Bronco DYI guys... https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9VRolyKKzMpKI0pvDDmGNQ, https://www.youtube.com/c/jasonjoniebuilds, https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLoguXhwlBZBcoX8qKUtulp9kTts1UTOYj. Good Luck!

I'd look for a good mechanic shop in your area that works on classic cars.

 

[toddz69]

I need someone to identify and address a scraping/grinding sound I am hearing while the 1974 truck is in motion (seems unrelated to engine operation), and also to replace the loud/whining power steering pump (which I have purchased). Is this something where I really need an early Bronco or classic car specialist service shop, or can I rely on a more general service shop? Appreciate your thoughts.

What is your location?

Todd Z.

 

[m_m70]

post up where you're at......lots of Bronco people always willing to help. I'm all for the DIY mostly because I grew up in this era and we did most everything ourselves. Make sure the whining isn't just your belt coming loose/getting old.

 

[DirtDonk]

Is the bronco also new to you, or have you owned it for awhile?
Has it been making the noise for awhile, or did it just start?

 

[73azbronco]

or, find the oldest ford dealer around, ask to see the oldest tech, if he doesn't look like he is one social security, walk away.