68 custom in NM: Build Thread *** Lot's O' Photos***

[GraficO]

I'll help you in any way I can... throw me a PM and let's see what we can do!

this is the greatest...just fond this sight ....next day ...you got a Bronco its a 1969 good year lol lot to learn.. will ask for help

 

[phred]

I become more and more envious each day! Keep up the good work. Looking forward to seeing the concealed hood locks!

 

[GraficO]

thanks Phred... I'm just having fun with it. I want the comforts of a newer vehicle... but you can't beat the EB. I posted in another thread that I just don't like any of the new vehicles that have been produced in the US... the new Mustang is the only remote exception. Nothing is quality... nothing has got a unique style.... so I guess I just have to make my own.

Hood locks are going to be down the road a bit. I want to get this thing driveable first... things like the locks can be put in later fairly easy.

 

[72_EB]

The console plates are looking good. Keep those pictures coming. I can't wait to see that console all buttoned together.

 

[phred]

I too agree about the lack of quality of US made vehicles. For that matter all new vehicles. The newest thing I own is a 78 model bronco, currently being upgraded, but not to the extent of your EB. I believe cars should be steel, with steel or aluminum skins and bumpers. I hate plastic parts. Keep up the good work.

 

[nrramse]

I too agree about the lack of quality of US made vehicles. For that matter all new vehicles. The newest thing I own is a 78 model bronco, currently being upgraded, but not to the extent of your EB. I believe cars should be steel, with steel or aluminum skins and bumpers. I hate plastic parts. Keep up the good work.

Amen!!

Newell

 

[bax]

just as a reminder. This is the first restore... build... project like this that I have ever tackled. This summer will be 2 years since I picked the thing up... no matter what you think you can or can't do... ANYTHING is possible.

Adam, this is a super nice build. You should be very proud of yourself. lots of good ideas and workmanship. I do wish we had por 15 pictures. Enjoy it, it looks like it is well deserved.

Bax

 

[GraficO]

thanX Bax... coming from you and knowing your craftsmanship... that is a real compliment!

 

[GraficO]

laser cut custom parts are here! Going to start getting the finishing touches on the console!!!

Stainless console panels and the steel rollpan cover ;D

Now to countersink all those damn holes!!!!

Carl rocks

 

[jesus888]

wow. No shortcuts. You have to respect that.

 

[bax]

Adam sent me and my daughter an Alpha Bronco T shirt and some stickers. So we took a few pictures. The shirts are real nice. Mine even fits!
Thanks Adam.

Bax

 

[Carl]

Those stainless panels look good (if I do say so myself). It's cool to see a project like this take shape.

 

[GraficO]

Progress on the stainless panels for the center console;D

Unfortunately I don't have the right tools to countersink all the screw heads... so it gets dropped off to a machine shop tomorrow.

All the contours match the plates perfectly now... almost there.

 

[22213evl]

Adam sent me and my daughter an Alpha Bronco T shirt and some stickers. So we took a few pictures. The shirts are real nice. Mine even fits!
Thanks Adam.

Bax

wow them legs are scary (Baxes) lol
adam glad to see progress, warm weathers coming. looking forward to seeing you up and running on the trails this summer.
Tom

 

[GraficO]

little more progress on the console... about 35 more holes to get countersunk.;D

JJ was learning how to use the drill press on the seat latch

Photos of the finished spring loaded seat catch

Bottom-sides of the front seats with the seat heater wiring done.

 

[ILikeBond]

I just read through this whole thread (noob), and... wow. Just amazing. Best part is, you must be a hero in your son's eyes. Great way to inspire him and, no doubt, spend some quality time. Kudos, can't wait to see it finished.

 

[GraficO]

thanX!!! I'm prolly going to get him a half-cab to start fixing up in a couple years... maybe with some lessons now he can handle it and show me up!!!

 

[GraficO]

The console is 90% done... here's a few picolas!;D

 

[GraficO]

a few more...

 

[GraficO]

last few for now. Still have to do the elbow rest/hatch and some finishing and cleanup... but it's almost ready to install!!!