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I just traded for a 79 Bronco. I'm a newbie to broncos and have lots of questions. it has four shocks on the front?? is that normal for that particular year. i've heard the term "highboy" and was wondering if there was such a beast.
it also came with all sorts of sway bars. in the glove box i found the original window sticker from the dealer and it was an option. i have roughly $600 in it. did i get a good deal??
i have read thru a whole bunch of postings and didnt see anything remotely related. if this has been discussed before, sorry to waste your time.
I plan to live forever...... so far so good!
it also came with all sorts of sway bars. in the glove box i found the original window sticker from the dealer and it was an option. i have roughly $600 in it. did i get a good deal??
i have read thru a whole bunch of postings and didnt see anything remotely related. if this has been discussed before, sorry to waste your time.
I plan to live forever...... so far so good!
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Quad shocks were part of the "Off-road package". I have a 78 myself and there are a few of us that swear that the 78-79 Bronco's were the most "bulletproof" years. Congratulations on your new toy and welcome to the forum.
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[updated:LAST EDITED ON 17-Feb-02 AT 04:26 PM (EST)]Welcome to FTE !
Excellent Find.
I was at the wreckers yesterday and on our way home my wife needed something to eat and drink.
I pulled into the lot with a Dairy Queen for a couple of Burgers and what Jumped out in front of us , A 78 Bronco freshly painted and in Pristine shape.
I had to stop and look,plus talk to the Guy
One of the first things I noticed was the Dual Shocks on each side
Once the film is developed I'll post a Photo of this GEM.
His Name is Chris & I told him about this site,he said he'll have a look someday soon.
Watch for it.
Dennis https://www.ford-trucks.com/user_gallery/sizeimage.php?&photoid=1733&.jpg
Please Don't Ask Me Any Tough Questions As:
"I'm Saving My Memory For When I Develop Alzheimer's"
78 F-150 429CJ,Silver
w/Explorer Pkge.
641/2-Mustang 260,Pre-World's Fair Car.
64-Fairlane500 S/C waiting for a 390-4spd.
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84 Volvo DL Wagon
Excellent Find.
I was at the wreckers yesterday and on our way home my wife needed something to eat and drink.
I pulled into the lot with a Dairy Queen for a couple of Burgers and what Jumped out in front of us , A 78 Bronco freshly painted and in Pristine shape.
I had to stop and look,plus talk to the Guy
One of the first things I noticed was the Dual Shocks on each side
Once the film is developed I'll post a Photo of this GEM.
His Name is Chris & I told him about this site,he said he'll have a look someday soon.
Watch for it.
Dennis https://www.ford-trucks.com/user_gallery/sizeimage.php?&photoid=1733&.jpg
Please Don't Ask Me Any Tough Questions As:
"I'm Saving My Memory For When I Develop Alzheimer's"
78 F-150 429CJ,Silver
w/Explorer Pkge.
641/2-Mustang 260,Pre-World's Fair Car.
64-Fairlane500 S/C waiting for a 390-4spd.
68-Mustang 289-Sunlit Gold 80,892Mi
78-Buick LeSabre 403 4V
84 Volvo DL Wagon
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shhh..don't tell anyone here that I told you there are on-line 79 Bronco Factory brochures, history, color & trim info, etc. @:
http://www.projectbronco.com/
you prob have the opt. handling package w/quad shocks up front and rear stab bar. It's shown in text on page 3 of the brochure.
We had a 78 351M/4 speed, 4" Rancho lift, custom driveshaft and the sport steering wheel; it ran everyday till we sold it in Dec 2000; think it's still running.
http://www.projectbronco.com/Literature/79_bro/page2.jpg
shhh..don't tell anyone here that I told you there are on-line 79 Bronco Factory brochures, history, color & trim info, etc. @:
http://www.projectbronco.com/
you prob have the opt. handling package w/quad shocks up front and rear stab bar. It's shown in text on page 3 of the brochure.
We had a 78 351M/4 speed, 4" Rancho lift, custom driveshaft and the sport steering wheel; it ran everyday till we sold it in Dec 2000; think it's still running.
http://www.projectbronco.com/Literature/79_bro/page2.jpg
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Is that a sand crab going to take a bite out of that Girls Right foot?
p.s. I've got the 78 brochure
Dennis https://www.ford-trucks.com/user_gallery/sizeimage.php?&photoid=1733&.jpg
Please Don't Ask Me Any Tough Questions As:
"I'm Saving My Memory For When I Develop Alzheimer's"
78 F-150 429CJ,Silver
w/Explorer Pkge.
641/2-Mustang 260,Pre-World's Fair Car.
64-Fairlane500 S/C waiting for a 390-4spd.
68-Mustang 289-Sunlit Gold 80,892Mi
78-Buick LeSabre 403 4V
84 Volvo DL Wagon
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Thx for the info and the warm welcome. look forward to learning lots of stuff about the "bronco". i've already started working on it.
I plan to live forever..... So far so good..
I plan to live forever..... So far so good..
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Dennis, I don't know about the 'sand crab', but it sure looks like the guy with the green board wants to show the girl something!
I remember those 78 Bronco flyers, god how I wanted one when Ford offered the 'offroad' package right off the show room floor! Just didn't work out at the time, I think we were into station wagons and vans, raising kids, at the time.
Now we have an 89 (got it in Jan 02) with all the same goodies, plus some improvements and really love it - and for cheap too!
I put new Monroe 'Reflex' shocks all-around (4 up front, 2 in back) along with some new BFG AT's and it handles just great. The reflex's ain't cheap - paid $40 each, but they do the job in the boonies...a bit on the 'firm' side back home on the street, though.
I'm not too excited about that rear sway bar hangin' down so low, though - I just know I'm going to 'whack' it with a big old rock and have to get out the big hammer to beat the brackets back into shape! Time will tell.
I remember those 78 Bronco flyers, god how I wanted one when Ford offered the 'offroad' package right off the show room floor! Just didn't work out at the time, I think we were into station wagons and vans, raising kids, at the time.
Now we have an 89 (got it in Jan 02) with all the same goodies, plus some improvements and really love it - and for cheap too!
I put new Monroe 'Reflex' shocks all-around (4 up front, 2 in back) along with some new BFG AT's and it handles just great. The reflex's ain't cheap - paid $40 each, but they do the job in the boonies...a bit on the 'firm' side back home on the street, though.
I'm not too excited about that rear sway bar hangin' down so low, though - I just know I'm going to 'whack' it with a big old rock and have to get out the big hammer to beat the brackets back into shape! Time will tell.
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My two cents!!!! The Bronco is one of the best trucks you can find
no matter what year as long as it has all the goodies!
Love my 90 bronco and am hooked on this message board..........
Happy 4x4 ing JC.
no matter what year as long as it has all the goodies!
Love my 90 bronco and am hooked on this message board..........
Happy 4x4 ing JC.
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