1975 Bronco Questions
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I believe the radiator is Bronco specific. Should be able to use any Bronco radiator from a V8 application.
You can use coil springs from a 67-79 F100 150 4wd but they will be a bit stiffer than the stock Bronco coils.
Jason
You can use coil springs from a 67-79 F100 150 4wd but they will be a bit stiffer than the stock Bronco coils.
Jason
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1975 Bronco Questions
Thanks for the reply Jason,
Do you think the leaf springs from an older ford would match up as well - it may give it a small lift but that's okay. As far as the radiator goes I think I'm just going to buy it new. All the radiators I have found are too wide or the suction & return lines are in the wrong place - this Bronco only has a 19 & a 1/4'' radiator.
Thanks again,
Mark
Do you think the leaf springs from an older ford would match up as well - it may give it a small lift but that's okay. As far as the radiator goes I think I'm just going to buy it new. All the radiators I have found are too wide or the suction & return lines are in the wrong place - this Bronco only has a 19 & a 1/4'' radiator.
Thanks again,
Mark
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The F150 rear springs are wider than the EB, Any old springs you get will likly have worn bushins or sag. Why would you need to find replacement springs? When It's time Most guys in your position just buy a complete lift kit, it's the cheapest most complete way to go and the start of the never ending spending spree to have the ultimate EB!!
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Thanks for the reply Jason,
Do you think the leaf springs from an older ford would match up as well - it may give it a small lift but that's okay. As far as the radiator goes I think I'm just going to buy it new. All the radiators I have found are too wide or the suction & return lines are in the wrong place - this Bronco only has a 19 & a 1/4'' radiator.
Do you think the leaf springs from an older ford would match up as well - it may give it a small lift but that's okay. As far as the radiator goes I think I'm just going to buy it new. All the radiators I have found are too wide or the suction & return lines are in the wrong place - this Bronco only has a 19 & a 1/4'' radiator.
Are you looking at stock Bronco radiators for comparison? It is common with some engine swaps that the radiator pipes are opposite from the original Bronco. What side is the top hose port on the radiator? Is the bottom on the opposite side? You should be able to find a stock replacement radiator.
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I don't really need the springs & I may just buy a lift, but the radiator is a must. The top hose is on the passenger side. I've never owned a Bronco so its all new to me. The Bronco I bought needs just about everything replaced, so I' trying to save money where I can. The guy I bought it from had it sitting out in a pasture in Houston, TX for years & the Bronco was in pretty bad shape.
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I don't really need the springs & I may just buy a lift, but the radiator is a must. The top hose is on the passenger side. I've never owned a Bronco so its all new to me. The Bronco I bought needs just about everything replaced, so I' trying to save money where I can. The guy I bought it from had it sitting out in a pasture in Houston, TX for years & the Bronco was in pretty bad shape.
Mark
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Have your existing radiator rebuilt
Get a stock replacement radiator and change the water pump to a stock Bronco unit (assuming it has a 302 or 351W, and not with a serp belt)
There are standard and aluminum radiators available with the ports reversed.
Jason
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