Is there a record for the number of build threads/restarts on a given build? ;D
My much-delayed Bronco build is finally going to get back on track with a little help from the crew at buildabronco.com. After waiting 14 months to get the body for my 1973 back, I did this past weekend - the only change is that metal is bent, warped and no longer fits like it did when I let the guy take it.
It can probably be straightened out to be a passable and is pretty solid - but the alignment will never again be what it was and he skipped some of the metal work I wanted done before lining everything. This whole thing has been me refusing to give up - I want my restored, custom Bronco; something I've wanted since I was a kid and tinkering around with old Mustangs. The setback with the body is no different. So I'm left with 2 choices: 1) strip off what he did, start over and try to reverse-engineer where he went wrong or 2) get a solid body and use that.
I'd been talking with Brian Banfield at buildabronco.com about taking over the build, so I can actually enjoy the truck before my 6-year old daughter goes off to college. I'm swamped with work and we've got some aggressive plans for 2011, but the trade-off for more time at my desk is less time in the garage.
This Saturday, I shot Brian a quick email about the body. They had an un-cut, very clean (and straight) 1968 on eBay ... so while I hate to be the one to do it, the 1968 is now the basis for my build. We plan on using the JBG/TDK frame, the built EFI motor, WH 4.5" suspension, custom interior and all the parts I've got together to do it properly.
The 1973 leftovers (stock frame, suspension, drivetrain) will get sold off to help pay for this build.
Here's a couple of older pics of my frame and new engine (taken 7+ months ago):
Here's some shots of the 1968, as it sits. Plan is to shave everything, cut it, and give it a dose of high-quality SVT Raptor Blue Pearl paint!
Brian's plan is to come out on the 27th and grab the '73 and the shitload of new parts I've got in boxes and bins. Goal is to have it done and back to me by June so we can enjoy the summer in a proper vehicle.
Ryan
My much-delayed Bronco build is finally going to get back on track with a little help from the crew at buildabronco.com. After waiting 14 months to get the body for my 1973 back, I did this past weekend - the only change is that metal is bent, warped and no longer fits like it did when I let the guy take it.
It can probably be straightened out to be a passable and is pretty solid - but the alignment will never again be what it was and he skipped some of the metal work I wanted done before lining everything. This whole thing has been me refusing to give up - I want my restored, custom Bronco; something I've wanted since I was a kid and tinkering around with old Mustangs. The setback with the body is no different. So I'm left with 2 choices: 1) strip off what he did, start over and try to reverse-engineer where he went wrong or 2) get a solid body and use that.
I'd been talking with Brian Banfield at buildabronco.com about taking over the build, so I can actually enjoy the truck before my 6-year old daughter goes off to college. I'm swamped with work and we've got some aggressive plans for 2011, but the trade-off for more time at my desk is less time in the garage.
This Saturday, I shot Brian a quick email about the body. They had an un-cut, very clean (and straight) 1968 on eBay ... so while I hate to be the one to do it, the 1968 is now the basis for my build. We plan on using the JBG/TDK frame, the built EFI motor, WH 4.5" suspension, custom interior and all the parts I've got together to do it properly.
The 1973 leftovers (stock frame, suspension, drivetrain) will get sold off to help pay for this build.
Here's a couple of older pics of my frame and new engine (taken 7+ months ago):
Here's some shots of the 1968, as it sits. Plan is to shave everything, cut it, and give it a dose of high-quality SVT Raptor Blue Pearl paint!
Brian's plan is to come out on the 27th and grab the '73 and the shitload of new parts I've got in boxes and bins. Goal is to have it done and back to me by June so we can enjoy the summer in a proper vehicle.
Ryan
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