First Gen Bronco Upgrades (2022)

[@fredeschen3783]

I love early Broncos! The ones that get driven and offroaded.

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Yes!

[@markmcc1]

Obviously, you need a stable base to start from but here is my mental model: 1) Safety; 2) Reliability; 3) Cosmetics

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

That’s very very true

[@BroncoDriver77]

What wheels are you running? I really like that look. I have a ‘77 Sport Ranger

[@nickefgen9219]

(1) suspensions lift (2) power steering (3) E F I with the 23 gallon fuel tank (4) either automatic overdrive or manual tranny (5) some comfy seats

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Good list

[@Stangherbie1234]

You forgot fuzzy dice.

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Haha! Yes!!!

[@oneofthosepeople2101]

About to go pick up a 73 that has a 1984 302 out of a mustang. Should I stick a carbureted engine on it or just repair the motor. I was told it ran when last parked. 😅

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Get it running then decide if you want to swap it

[@oneofthosepeople2101]

@@NashvilleEarlyBronco right on! Thanks for the response. 👍

[@christopherhammonds1310]

1. Disc brakes 2. Suspension 3. Adding an electric fan along with new radiator, and water pump 4. New wiring kit (if yours is a rats nest) 5. Make sure carpet/floor boards are in good shape

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Good list! Which electric fan did you go with?

[@christopherhammonds1310]

@@NashvilleEarlyBronco flex a lite 160 from summit I would also look into the ford performance water pump with a shorter neck for better clearance

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Nice! I’ll look into thise

[@christopherhammonds1310]

@@NashvilleEarlyBronco let me know if you have anymore questions! Look forward to future videos

[@stevesmith3556]

That EFI is a hybrid. Correct? Like some of the early 90s Chevys?

[@danieljohnson5849]

Where is the link for the better Bronco challenge? I googled it and that link from google was error'd.

[@MrGman636]

Is that an old Mercedes behind you Bronco in the intro?

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Volvo 240 🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@darrell119]

Did your fuel economy improve when you change over to the EFI system?

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

It did. Now, obviously it’s still an old 302 motor in an old non-aerodynamic truck, but it did improve.

[@Michael-pq6dn]

Front sway bar should be a top priority

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Depends on your springs. Some springs are pretty stiff and don’t need a sway bar. I like the softer springs

[@rmsmann27]

Should I get a my 75 painted? It’s original blue and it’s a little faded.

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

No way! If you paint it you’ll never drive it for fear of dinging the paint

[@roberttophan9314]

Did first gen broncos come with a/c?

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Aftermarket AC kits

[@juniperfilanc-bowen8800]

1) np-435 trans 2) 76-78 disc break conversion 3) 35" tires 4) 411 gear ratio + rear locker 5) suspension 3.5" + James duff radius arms

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

That’s a good list

[@Stangherbie1234]

NP435 is the bomb!

[@christopherhammonds1310]

I went with the np-3550

[@AmericanPieLightsOut]

Basically an Ad for Tom’s Off-road

[@niceguy91320]

Carbs suck! EFI is the only way to fly!

[@oldbronco7340]

Digging all the videos you’ve been posting lately!

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Thanks man! Had some free time Before work picks back up 😂

[@MrJtcash100]

Great vid. Getting my first one and need any advice there is

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Good luck!

[@MattsGarage]

As usual, great video Jon. You almost tempted me to do some of those :-). C-busihngs and carpet are definitely part of the build plan.

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Those are great upgrades for sure. I’m looking forward to watching your build too

[@redcrackeroutdoors3234]

Carpet? Carpet made the list? 😂😂😂 1, FE 2, Long Arms 3. Knuckle out disk brake conversion 4. Modern trans, aod or ax15 5. Roll cage.

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

😂😂😂 carpet - the finer things in life

[@user515a1138]

Right on man, yep front disc brakes and suspension for sure! Ha I’m one of those holdouts on EFI, still love my carb, but have the EFI kit sitting on the parts shelf. Going to electronics though I don’t like the idea of, don’t want electronic issues. Thats why I don’t like newer vehicles as much as older ones. I’ve upgraded everything else in my bronco except for the EFI so far though.

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Yeah, there is something cool knowing your Bronco can mostly run without electronics. But it is a pretty sweet upgrade

[@bellt1310]

Do you have any parts for sale?

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

No

[@paulbuoniconti5275]

I did the front disk brake, the 2.5 suspension, 23 gallon tank, and new power steering (old was bad). Bushings look new already. EFI is next but why Edlebrock and not Holley? Any reason? Looking to get the most road speed I can out of a rebuilt .302.

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Nice!! The Edelbrock ProFlo is port injection and moves the ECU away from the heat of the engine. There are a lot of Holley units, I would look for one that moves the ECU out of the throttle body

[@michaelnotmike5570]

They look so good dude 👍🏻

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Thank you!