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!!!!