Ford Bronco back by 2020

[ovrszd]

Don't know anything about the overwhelms the chassis but it sure was fun as he--.

Can't get enough traction to the ground to handle the HP. Yeeehaaaa!!!

 

[AGRIMAN]

Nearly impossible to have the creature comforts you want while retainin offroad capability.

Well, I guess that depends on your version of "off-roading". I think for some folks, driving down a dusty dirt road is off-roading, but for other folks (I believe you may be included) it takes a lot more. I would like to see a new version of the early Bronco come back and I would be interested in buying one, but it would fall far short of being an off road ride for me. I agree, a solid front axle would be a nice start.

I also have plans to build a early Bronco (71/72) myself. There's a few other projects ahead of it, but I have been gathering parts for a few months. It will be more of a street ride. Something that the wife and I can ride around in on the weekends and enjoy. However... the plan still calls for a full 4 link front and rear, a set of Dana 60's, 39.5 boggers and a 7.3 power stroke.

 

[ovrszd]

Well, I guess that depends on your version of "off-roading". I think for some folks, driving down a dusty dirt road is off-roading, but for other folks (I believe you may be included) it takes a lot more. I would like to see a new version of the early Bronco come back and I would be interested in buying one, but it would fall far short of being an off road ride for me. I agree, a solid front axle would be a nice start.

I also have plans to build a early Bronco (71/72) myself. There's a few other projects ahead of it, but I have been gathering parts for a few months. It will be more of a street ride. Something that the wife and I can ride around in on the weekends and enjoy. However... the plan still calls for a full 4 link front and rear, a set of Dana 60's, 39.5 boggers and a 7.3 power stroke.

Excellent post!!!! Best of this thread!!!!

P.S. No pics, it didn't happen.....

 

[countrybumpkin]

I want both, the new bronco, and jeep pickup. I've had a few Broncos, started with a 1966 original half cab, still have it, then a 76 full body, then got into the 80s full size ones , never had a bronco II though. Had a few jeeps also , still have a 84 cj, but newer one of the pickups.

 

[CADplans]

Excellent post!!!! Best of this thread!!!!

P.S. No pics, it didn't happen.....

Should I resurrect this project,,,?

A 65 Willys, CJ5,, all aluminum body, from the dash back,,,

There is even an aluminum gas tank,,,

I could put a Bronco drivetrain under it,,, but,, it would have to have an LS engine,,,

 

[GManBart]

The Bronco was never a car. And it's 30 year run was only in name. Only common ground between the 3 different versions was 4 tires.

Seriously? Car is a generic term, and you know it. You're just trying to argue for argument's sake...not exactly a surprise.

Many/most successful automobile (like that better?) lines have been redesigned as time went on, and the name stayed the same, but that doesn't make them any less successful.

The F-150 averages 5 years between major redesigns....completely new vehicles with the same name.

Disregard. Since you seem intent on derailing this thread....time for unsubscribe and ignore list.

 

[ovrszd]

Seriously? Car is a generic term, and you know it. You're just trying to argue for argument's sake...not exactly a surprise.

Many/most successful automobile (like that better?) lines have been redesigned as time went on, and the name stayed the same, but that doesn't make them any less successful.

The F-150 averages 5 years between major redesigns....completely new vehicles with the same name.

Disregard. Since you seem intent on derailing this thread....time for unsubscribe and ignore list.

I'm sorry you feel that way. This thread has some great dialogue and discussion.

 

[Ford850]

So it sounds like the Bronco will be a U.S. version of the Ford Everest. 4 doors only. Built to compete with Jeep. Getting back to Ford's roots, since they designed the famous Jeep grill and headlights during the government contracts in the beginning.

 

[ovrszd]

Yeah, the Jeep heritage is a mixed bag for sure!!!!

Is that Everest model a rebadged Explorer?? Is that a European offering?

I figured if Ford came thru with the Bronco it would need something unusual in it's line to squeeze into the small gap available with their other models??

 

[ovrszd]

Should I resurrect this project,,,?

A 65 Willys, CJ5,, all aluminum body, from the dash back,,,

There is even an aluminum gas tank,,,

I could put a Bronco drivetrain under it,,, but,, it would have to have an LS engine,,,

Very unique. I hope you get it going someday!!!!

 

[dickfoster]

Anybody think they'll serious consider one?

22 Ford Bronco Is Confirmed | US Cars Today

If they do anything like Toyota did with the FJ cruiser it'll be a total waste. The FJ cruiser was a total joke and clearly made to appeal to soccer moms and was nothing like the real FJ40 land cruiser.

 

[ovrszd]

If they do anything like Toyota did with the FJ cruiser it'll be a total waste. The FJ cruiser was a total joke and clearly made to appeal to soccer moms and was nothing like the real FJ40 land cruiser.

When we test drove one, I only went 2 miles and pulled off the road and asked Terry if she wanted to drive back? She said no. We went back to the dealer.

The thing that still sticks in my mind the most. The tailgate swings like a door. The hinges are on the driver's side. Think about that for a few seconds..........

 

[Ford850]

Yeah, the Jeep heritage is a mixed bag for sure!!!!

Is that Everest model a rebadged Explorer?? Is that a European offering?

I figured if Ford came thru with the Bronco it would need something unusual in it's line to squeeze into the small gap available with their other models??

It's from Australia. 216 Ford Everest, 7 Seater Family SUV | Ford Australia
I see Ford is saying it won't be a tweaked Everest, which makes sense too. It will be a little more of a redesign for the U.S. just like the Ranger will be. But the Everest is built on the same base as the Ranger. 4 doors, seating 7 people. Larger than the old Ranger size (which is where the Explorer came from), so seems to be a level above the current Explorer. More truck like but I'd call it a comfortable road SUV that's capable of some relatively rough off roading like a truck. But not a purpose built crawler. That's just my take on it all from what I have read. I'm sure their direction will change 7 times between now and when it shows up.

 

[ovrszd]

It's from Australia. 216 Ford Everest, 7 Seater Family SUV | Ford Australia
I see Ford is saying it won't be a tweaked Everest, which makes sense too. It will be a little more of a redesign for the U.S. just like the Ranger will be. But the Everest is built on the same base as the Ranger. 4 doors, seating 7 people. Larger than the old Ranger size (which is where the Explorer came from), so seems to be a level above the current Explorer. More truck like but I'd call it a comfortable road SUV that's capable of some relatively rough off roading like a truck. But not a purpose built crawler. That's just my take on it all from what I have read. I'm sure their direction will change 7 times between now and when it shows up.

Ford's lineup seems so crowded that it will either need to be very unique or someone will have to go.

Just hope they don't do what Chrysler did with the Jeep Cherokee. It ended a very successful run. Then was reintroduced and doesn't even come close to honoring the name. Pretty sad.

 

[dickfoster]

When we test drove one, I only went 2 miles and pulled off the road and asked Terry if she wanted to drive back? She said no. We went back to the dealer.

The thing that still sticks in my mind the most. The tailgate swings like a door. The hinges are on the driver's side. Think about that for a few seconds..........

You can't see out of the things, it was like sitting in a cave fer pity sake. The things are completely worthless off road. I watched as some clown totally destroyed a brand new one on the Rubicon a few years ago. Of course nether he nor the FJ had any business being on the trail.

 

[ovrszd]

You can't see out of the things, it was like sitting in a cave fer pity sake. The things are completely worthless off road. I watched as some clown totally destroyed a brand new one on the Rubicon a few years ago. Of course nether he nor the FJ had any business being on the trail.

The visibility is why I stopped and turned around. I was shocked by it.

We buddied up with a couple going over Black Bear and Imogene passes in Colorado few years ago that was driving one. It was modified with a mild lift and larger tires. My TJ was similarly equipped. Nothing to really test a vehicle there. Even though we did have to shovel the trail open in one spot where a mudslide had closed it. But I enjoyed visiting with him about the Cruiser. He complained a lot about the lack of visibility when wheeling.

 

[fordmantpw]

So it sounds like the Bronco will be a U.S. version of the Ford Everest. 4 doors only. Built to compete with Jeep. Getting back to Ford's roots, since they designed the famous Jeep grill and headlights during the government contracts in the beginning.

It will NOT be the Everest. Raj Nair has stated as much.

The Ford Bronco Won’t Just Be A Lame Ford Everest After All

 

[ovrszd]

I mean no offense here. So please, just read my post and then delete it from your memory.....

These press releases are so BS.

Unless you have the Chairman of Ford Motor Company quoting something in regards to the new Bronco I give it no credit.

 

[AGRIMAN]

Sorry ovrszd, but I do not have any pictures of it to share. There's really not much to take a picture at this time, but here is a few pictures of some of the other projects that we have worked on.

 

[Code54]

You can't see out of the things, it was like sitting in a cave fer pity sake. The things are completely worthless off road. I watched as some clown totally destroyed a brand new one on the Rubicon a few years ago. Of course nether he nor the FJ had any business being on the trail.

We also drove an FJ - wife liked the look of it, drove it a few miles and told them thanks but the visibility was so poor we were not interested. I liked the look of it a lot more than the RAV4 she decided to get but I'm sure the FJ would have been an insurance nightmare for me if we would have got it.....