Chandlers 75 build thread

[Attac]

And so the next phase begins. Going to replace the bed and all 4 bed extensions as well as the passenger wheel well.. Going to try to do some patches on the upper seat area instead of replacing it..

 

[Attac]

Well that escalated quickly

 

[Casey4wd]

I am subscribed.

Did you media blast it on the frame or remove it, blast it and then set it back on the frame?

 

[Attac]

I am subscribed.

Did you media blast it on the frame or remove it, blast it and then set it back on the frame?

This one I was able to see the rusty spots so I didn't blast it first. I have found rust sandwiched in between layers of parts hence why I have replaced so many. I am replacing panels one section at a time so that I am sure every one will line up correctly. Some panels are easy to replace like the Floor in the rear. I got advise from Bax on this when making the decision to patch or replace. If you look through this board you will see the ones who kind of have specific knowledge of certain parts and assemblies. Don't be scared to PM them and ask them questions. Lord knows I have.
If I had a fully painted truck I would blast it first but this one I will before final rustproofing.
Chuck

 

[Attac]

Started making the repair patches tonight. The butt weld clamps worked great. Welded spots and ground it down and then welded any seam that was left. This area is gonna be partially covered by the fender repair so I will dress it up better when I weld that one in. Primed it for now since everything likes rusting overnight here in coastal Fla. I really wish I lived closer to fordfan so I could have him make some of the curved pieces but I will get them done

 

[Attac]

OK so this has happened now. Now I have some body working room under there.
Found out that one shock is a different size so when I removed the bolt the right front lifted about an inch and a half...shock had it tethered... Also found that my right rear rear tube on the 9" is cracked. I will finish tearing front and rear apart tonight to see what other surprises I find..

 

[broncobsession]

I hope you're keeping those hurricane wheels...those are too cool!

 

[Attac]

I hope you're keeping those hurricane wheels...those are too cool!

I asked chandler since this is his bronco and he said yes he wants them. We are gonna have them powdercoated black between the fins and the face of them will remain polished.
Chuck

 

[Attac]

Well I have figured out that my least favorite job is replacing the tail light housing body piece. Had to replace the left rear quarter and same side tail light body pieces. Glad the other side is good.

 

[Attac]

Cleaning up the running gear I saw a oil spot under where the rear end was sitting. Thought it had leaked out of the pinion seal but when I cleaned the rear tube this is what I found. Apparently the tube had cracked on the original weld and the PO just ran a wide bead over the top instead of cleaning it up and v' ing the crack and welding it properly.
I hate it when that happens

 

[Attac]

So we took a little time off to work on the shop but this is what we found when trying to put the new rear taillight housing and new quarter panel on. The quarter to taillight had about a 1/4" gap at the top when the bottom was touching. The original housing was dented where it had been hit but it had also bent the rear body mount cross member about 3/8" in.
I have to pull it back out so that the panels will fit correctly.
This pic shows the outer 10" of the cross member bent with a straight edge showing the deflection.

 

[Attac]

So after a few months of not being able to work on the Bronco, (getting shop done, Sending oldest off to deployment in Africa), we are now back full steam ahead on Chandlers Bronco.
It had The old style duffs shock hoops and remnants of the old shock mounts so all of that was cut off and ground down smooth so that I can install F250 shock towers. Of course I had to prime it as soon as I was done because it would rust overnight here in Fla. We should be pulling the body off the frame next week as soon as I finish welding the rear floor panel in.
Should have regular updates now. I only have to Christmas to finish it

 

[rydog1130]

Deadlines are good, they keep you motivated... im hoping to be done with mine by August and by done I mean driveable and road ready

 

[Attac]

Deadlines are good, they keep you motivated... im hoping to be done with mine by August and by done I mean driveable and road ready

Well I am really motivated as I am also trying to get Another one done by March of next year for my oldest as a surprise when he gets home from deployment. His is simpler as I am going with a Fiberglass body, ( If I can Find one) and it is gonna be more like My green one. Roadster no top doors etc.
Which reminds me, What am I doing on here. I need to get back out there and work. Break time over.

 

[Attac]

Rydog,
What did you find with your experience with the panel bond. You said you were gonna use it on yours
Chuck

 

[rydog1130]

I only used in one spot and that was on my kick panels and to tell you the truth, if you know how to weld its much easier because once you have your panel fit with sheet metal screws you just remove a screw and fill it. The panel bond you have to remove your panel once its fit, make sure its clean, apply the panel bond, then re-screw everything back together, wait for it to dry, then unscrew the screws and fill the holes in with more panel bond or filler. I would only recommend it if you have zero to none welding skills, its definitely more time consuming then just welding it together!

 

[Attac]

I only used in one spot and that was on my kick panels and to tell you the truth, if you know how to weld its much easier because once you have your panel fit with sheet metal screws you just remove a screw and fill it. The panel bond you have to remove your panel once its fit, make sure its clean, apply the panel bond, then re-screw everything back together, wait for it to dry, then unscrew the screws and fill the holes in with more panel bond or filler. I would only recommend it if you have zero to none welding skills, its definitely more time consuming then just welding it together!

Thanks,
I was thinking about using it in a couple of places that are harder to weld, well places I have to lay under it and weld, but I will just weld everywhere now. What's a few burns when you get an awesome Bronco in the end;D
Chuck

 

[NGABronco]

Thanks,
I was thinking about using it in a couple of places that are harder to weld, well places I have to lay under it and weld, but I will just weld everywhere now. What's a few burns when you get an awesome Bronco in the end;D
Chuck

Wait til ya' get it off the frame and flip it over....welding upside down hurts!!!%)%)%)

 

[Attac]

Wait til ya' get it off the frame and flip it over....welding upside down hurts!!!%)%)%)

You know....You're right.. This is the first time I have had the luxury of having it mounted on a roticery.. Didn't even think of that....
Chuck

 

[rydog1130]

No problem! looking forward to seeing how she turns out!