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Old 04-27-2015, 03:19 PM
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That would be nice, If the 33 gallon tank didn't add so much weight I would install one of them.....
 
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Old 04-27-2015, 03:32 PM
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I imagine it will burn off several gallons of that weight rather quickly
 
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Old 04-27-2015, 04:47 PM
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With the go pedal mashed to the floor it really does. But the noise from the exhaust and the smile on my face is worth it.
 
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Old 04-27-2015, 09:12 PM
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Drove mine today per usual and noticed a clacking? sound while turning the wheel. Checked p/s fluid and it's full, saw no leaks, have no clue
 
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Old 04-28-2015, 12:25 AM
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Drove mine today per usual and noticed a clacking? sound while turning the wheel. Checked p/s fluid and it's full, saw no leaks, have no clue
I recently had to replace the steering wheel shaft on my PSD. Not a cheap fix! Bearings, and shaft were toast....
 
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Old 04-30-2015, 05:06 AM
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I am thinking that tomorrow I may pull the tailgate off my parts bronco and switch it with the one I have on now. The spare tire carrier thrashed it more or less.
 
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Old 04-30-2015, 09:48 AM
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"What did you do to the Bronco Today?"

I just looked at it . . .

Walked away and looked at it again, took a few pictures.


Then thought of all the hours needed to put it all back together.

Hood, topper, tailgate and valance panels still need paint.
 
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Old 04-30-2015, 06:55 PM
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By the time I get done here......I'm gonna have a NEW Bronco!!! Got the trans fluid topped off. Rear driveshaft in. Rechecked all the fluids. Started her up and went to put it her drive to check the gears and thought......"Man...the shifter has a lot of play in it." The shift shaft in the column broke! I hear it's a common problem......but I've never had one break! I see Dorman makes a kit for it.
Anybody done one???
 
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Old 05-01-2015, 12:58 PM
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I haven't done one... but I imagine it won't be fun. You should prepare yourself with at least a case of beer.
 
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Old 05-01-2015, 02:41 PM
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I love the free Wheelin Package decal kit on the black Bronk.

As for the wheel polish stuff that is just sprayed on and rinsed off.
I get what is called Wheel Brite at Napa. Have used it for years.
And yes all acid based will eat away at the wheel. So once a year
or about after every gallon of cleaner I polish the wheels. This gives them
like a chrome shine and lasts pretty well.
 
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Old 05-01-2015, 02:43 PM
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Water pump pooped on me yesterday.
 
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Old 05-02-2015, 09:38 AM
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I'm in upgrade mode on mine still, I've owned it almost 2 weeks now. I've gotten quotes on replacing a broken leaf spring, and upgrading exhaust to Flowmaster. Should sound awesome with the 351. I also have a squeal/squeak that only happens under power, I haven't located yet. I think it's either the CV, or U joints. Hard to diagnose, but it squeaks......and stops when I let off the throttle. It's a work in progress!
 
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Old 05-02-2015, 11:46 AM
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Got the shift shaft tube replaced.....wasn't too bad. Now I've got to try and find some column covers for a tilt wheel. Mine have degraded so bad it's not worth trying to fix them again. (They were held on with black electrical tape when I first got the Bronco!!)
I'll go down to the U Pull It yard Monday and see if I can find any.
If anyone knows of any for sale for a 92-96 Bronco, F150/250/350/450.....let me know! (I think they're all black.)
 
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Old 05-03-2015, 02:24 PM
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Nothing.. Again. Motivation is really lacking. I've got to get it running before the 20th, I have to drive it an hour away for my monthly chapter meet. I haven't even ran it after the new intake gasket install. Stupid electronics.
 
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Old 05-03-2015, 02:38 PM
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Have a few things on my list. Water pump being the most important. Tailgate and bumper are on the list as well. Maybe a wash when done.
 


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