Finally starting the (Reassembly) '66 Frame-off!***Back from Paint***

[jim3326]

That was one of my concerns also when I did the first body test fit, it was just touching the floor. After I put the body lift WITH the washers on top, there was a 1/4" clearance. I think it shifted to 1 side enough that there is a floor rib right over it to give it a little more room. Lot easier being lucky than good;D

Jim W.

 

[ilovemaui]

Stunning work dude. Very nice.

 

[blazinchuck]

im digging the dash...really thinking outside the box there!!! i bet you gain some serious room behind it!!!

 

[jim3326]

I wanted to keep the full size glovebox(well fullsize for a Bronco%)) But most of it went away with the A/C ducting and the EFI harness and relays. The Painless harness took up more also. I think there is a differance between the '66 and other years how the engine indent is, because the A/C didn't fit real good, I had to make a bracket to hold the evap/heater box.

Jim W.

 

[BDAZSVT]

Look great!

 

[broncoitis]

That was one of my concerns also when I did the first body test fit, it was just touching the floor. After I put the body lift WITH the washers on top, there was a 1/4" clearance. I think it shifted to 1 side enough that there is a floor rib right over it to give it a little more room. Lot easier being lucky than good;D

Jim W.

I was just wondering because it looks as if it is sticking up pretty far over the frame. Glad that it worked out for sure and nice job on the dash! Good idea moving it out a bit in the center. Must make getting to the controls alot easier.

 

[NM_outdoors]

Hey neighbor!

I'm north of Santa Fe and just painted my frame and axles. It feels good to be going in the build (vs. tear-down) direction on my '70. You've provided some great inspiration for me. How did the EFI part sourcing go for you?

 

[jim3326]

I'm north of Santa Fe and just painted my frame and axles. It feels good to be going in the build (vs. tear-down) direction on my '70. You've provided some great inspiration for me. How did the EFI part sourcing go for you?

Howdy neighbor,
I know what you mean about reversing the process, it's amazing how many nuts and bolts these things have I have several connections in the racing community around here and used them to build the engine. I tried going the U-Pullit route but didn't have much luck so I just bit the bullet and went the aftermarket route. After that it was easy;D

Let me know if you need any help and I'll see what I can do.

Jim W.

 

[stlo]

Nice build....looking forward to seeing this one done......glad to see I'm not the only person running the 2wd f100 box......I have for yrs and I like the box.....I run the extreme psc pump and man what a difference from the sag. I even sent that box out to west Texas off road (redneck ram)...and had it rebuilt and ported added a ram and man once again wat a difference.......by the way Jim that owns wild horses still runs that box as well....

 

[NM_outdoors]

Re: the EFI, I'm running a 5.8 so looking for a truck lower intake and will adapt to a mustang upper (so please keep your eyes peeled for local 351w lower!). Friday, I'll be delivering a '76 EB D44 to a buddy in ABQ who's installing e-locker and 4.88s. This axle had the wedges removed by the PO so I'll need to take care of that pretty soon. Looks like you tackled that on your build? I may pick your brain on how to approach setting that up correctly prior to welding.…
I'm seeing several other nice NM bronco projects on this forum too. Who knows, I may start a build thread one of these days….?
Love this site! Soooooo much GOOD info here!

 

[jim3326]

Give me a buzz on your way through, I'd like to meet another BB. I'm on the north side of town 2nd & Osuna. Sent you PM

Jim W.

 

[NM_outdoors]

Got your pm. Talk to you Friday.

 

[jim3326]

Re-building the hood, PO took the center brace out to clear the aircleaner of the 250 he cramed in. Also have to stiffen up the sides for the gas springs since early '66 builds (Aug.) didn't have the rear brace. Got the flush gascap pocket welded in and a little bondo to smooth it out. Man I need to get some new glasses, my arms are getting too short to tig anymore%)

Jim W.

 

[jim3326]

Did a little articulation testing Looks like I'm gonna have to trim the inner fender a little more It cleared with the wheels straight, but there was still room for more flex and if I turn the wheels it will hang on the rear pretty bad. Got it flexed to 27" and all tires were on the ground solid, very happy;D

Jim W.

 

[jim3326]

Took the rig to the painter Saturday, have to get the cab gutter resealed and remove the windows so he can do it at the same time. It's a different color but the body work and primer could be done.

Got the front bumper done, now off to the powdercoater.

Jim W.

 

[BluebroncoNC]

Keep it up it is looking great!

 

[jim3326]

Little Paint and Body work done

Got the rig painted over the last few weeks, body anyway, and she's looking good.;D

Jim W.

 

[jim3326]

Back from Paint!!!

Got her back this weekend and put in carpet and cage w/seats. Now if I could only figure out where the 'Gnome' put the bolts for the cage%)

Looks like I'll have to change to Bud Lite too;D

Jim W.

 

[Blue Bastard]

looking good. I like the color!

 

[gnsteam]

I thought I recognized that color.;D Lookiing sharp for sure.