SEMA 2023 pics

[toddz69]

SEMA is basically a one day affair for me this year so I didn't get to see every nook and cranny of the show this year. In my 30K+ steps yesterday, I found only 4 EBs on display - reminiscent of SEMAs of yore rather than of late when there seemed to be another one everywhere you turned. They've been supplanted by the 6G trucks which were everywhere.

It was great to see WH's Nitemare truck on display - all cleaned up for the dance in the Milemarker booth.

The one EB-related new product I saw was a new keyless remote system by Classic Keyless - available for the 67-77 trucks.

An hour or so of visiting today and then I'm done with the show for another year.

Todd Z.

 

[toddz69]

On a more personal note, in 2001 I met Stacey David at the SEMA show right after he had finished the Crazy Horse build. Yesterday I ran into him again and got to chat a bit - surprised that he remembered me ("you write for Bronco Driver magazine, right?") and then we shared a couple of good stories.

Note that we haven't aged at all 22 years later!

Todd Z.

 

[tasker]

Pretty cool stuff Todd! Thanks for sharing!

 

[Broncobowsher]

Thanks for the highlights. Going to miss it this year myself. Too much going on in life and no need for the latest and greatest.
That custom bumper that was styled in the original way took a second look. If it wasn't for the eyelets on the front I wouldn't have picked that out in the quick picture.

My Stacy David moment at SEMA was when I asked about his boat. There was a little peak of it and a detail was specific to the same boat I have. I don't think he has ever made mention of it. And I was asking about it by brand. Clearly threw him for a loop.

I'm going to make more of an effort to get back in next year. For nearly 2 decades I was going yearly. Now I am backing off to once every 3 years. Don't miss Vegas at all. I could be completely happy in life if I never go back.

 

[BruiserOutdoors]

thanks for sharing. Pretty cool chrome front and rear bumper. What booth was that bronco apart of?

 

[Tricky Dick]

I like those front marker lights on the gray one, who makes those?

 

[nvrstuk]

ALWAYS enjoy the yearly SEMA updates... reporting for 4 decades now right!!?? '90's till now right?

 

[Ro_Ja Boy]

Todd...where's that chalk colored Bronco located? Planning to go Friday and want to see some of the details in person. Thanks

 

[BruiserOutdoors]

found this. kindig built. looks like its in the pro slat garage booth.


https://www.instagram.com/p/CyRGpbYOm7K/?hl=en&img_index=1

 

[toddz69]

Todd...where's that chalk colored Bronco located? Planning to go Friday and want to see some of the details in person. Thanks

Sorry - been traveling and not getting notifications. I think that Bronco is in one of the booths on the south side of the area where they do the drifting, where Ford out front used to be - if you’re familIar with the convention center layout.

Todd Z.

 

[Ro_Ja Boy]

Sorry - been traveling and not getting notifications. I think that Bronco is in one of the booths on the south side of the area where they do the drifting, where Ford out front used to be - if you’re familIar with the convention center layout.

Todd Z.

I am. Worked for SEMA 1.5 decades ago for a handful of years and usually go every few years. Planning to go on Friday for a bit. Thank you

 

[toddz69]

ALWAYS enjoy the yearly SEMA updates... reporting for 4 decades now right!!?? '90's till now right?

Dang - yeah, I think I am in my 4th decade....started in my late 20s in the 90s. Making me feel old!

Todd Z.

 

[toddz69]

I am. Worked for SEMA 1.5 decades ago for a handful of years and usually go every few years. Planning to go on Friday for a bit. Thank you

Then you are well acquainted with where you'll find it!

Todd Z.

 

[toddz69]

I like those front marker lights on the gray one, who makes those?

Regrettably, I don't know the answer to that.

Todd Z.

 

[nvrstuk]

Dang - yeah, I think I am in my 4th decade....started in my late 20s in the 90s. Making me feel old!

Todd Z.

Haven't caught me yet... but you are getting closer! LOL

 

[ssray]

Wondering when SEMA started I did a quick search and found out they sponsored a show in 1966 and received a check for 535$. The first official show was 1967 so about as old as our Broncos. And about 5 years older then my 72 which I got in 73 a year out of HS. I think I need a nap now.

 

[ssray]

I like those front marker lights on the gray one, who makes those?

I tried several different searches and didn’t hit anything. Wonder if they cut a marker and epoxied some leds into it custom? I did stumble across these which are kinda interesting.

Smoked Switchback LED DRL Signal Lights For 69-77 Ford Bronco Front Grill Bumper | eBay

Smoked Switchback LED DRL Signal Lights For 69-77 Ford Bronco Front Grill Bumper.

www.ebay.com

 

[nvrstuk]

TZ would know this but does anybody remember the year James Duff win a SEMA award for poly bushings for EB's?

 

[Tricky Dick]

I tried several different searches and didn’t hit anything. Wonder if they cut a marker and epoxied some leds into it custom? I did stumble across these which are kinda interesting.

http://[URL]https://www.ebay.com/it...d=link&campid=5335857059&toolid=20001&mkevt=1

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I kind of like them, not sure. It's hard to strike a balance with LED lighting that looks right unless it's with factory style lenses.

 

[Ether]

SEMA is basically a one day affair for me this year so I didn't get to see every nook and cranny of the show this year. In my 30K+ steps yesterday, I found only 4 EBs on display - reminiscent of SEMAs of yore rather than of late when there seemed to be another one everywhere you turned. They've been supplanted by the 6G trucks which were everywhere.

It was great to see WH's Nitemare truck on display - all cleaned up for the dance in the Milemarker booth.

The one EB-related new product I saw was a new keyless remote system by Classic Keyless - available for the 67-77 trucks.

An hour or so of visiting today and then I'm done with the show for another year.

Todd Z.

That 2nd bronco is beautiful