Bronco Restoration: Day 1 - Tear Down

[@lbshelton]

Looking forward to following your build! I've learned so much from your videos. I knew next to nothing about my bronco 6 months ago, but with your help my '68 is coming to life! Thanks for your content.

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Nice!!! Happy to help!

[@brokanikgarage2129]

Just picked up a 73 Bronco for the wife and getting good tips from your vids. I have a restomod 66 mustang with a 347 stroker so motor wise I got it but new to the Bronco. Mahalo and aloha!

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Nice!!

[@Acelive17]

Nice to see you back

[@nickgalovich5512]

It's so cool to see a frame off restoration in the same garage as the Green Bronco in original paint

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Yeah!

[@lucascarlson8880]

Midway through a bronco restoration now, put it back together while you still can! Kidding of course, have fun and that looks like a great starting point

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Haha! Thank you. Luckily I have one I can drive around in the mean time

[@DinoEvangelista]

Wow! Looks like it's gonna be a great project!

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Thanks man!

[@huxleyhornm7405]

Good start. Will be fun to watch.

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Thanks!

[@caryboring9667]

Looking good Jonathan! Take a look at using the 96-97 explorer drivetrain. I’m currently redoing a 74 with this set up! Buy the whole explorer for 1000-2000 bucks and if it has less 100k miles run it. Good luck! Cary, So Cal.

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Nice!

[@Halfwheelhell]

Always enjoy your videos! Just reviewing this project, eagerly awaiting Day 2, 3 months later! You're still making progress faster than me ;)

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Haha! Yes, hopefully “Day 2” will happen shortly. The easy part was tearing it down, now I need the time and money 😂

[@ShawnsEarlyBroncos]

I love the new direction on your channel with mixing it up. Looking forward to seeing the progression on the 74! Hope to continue to see work done on the green machine:p

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Thanks man!

[@craigmaverick]

Looking forward to watching this build! Are you going to add any double shock mounts before powder coating? I welded up over 100 unnecessary holes on my 72 bronco frame before powder coating. When Ford built the frame rails they made one rail that they used on both sides. So you end up with steering box mount, fuel and brake line holes etc. on the passenger side rail.

[@wespower722]

"sketchy blocks of wood" while I'm over here admiring them admittedly nicer than the ones i have haha.

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Hahaha! That’s awesome

[@billyjackvallejo9299]

Going to be great series very information . So cool that you're totaling out everything with a breakdown

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Thank you! I’m excited to see how much it all takes

[@JasonJonieBuilds]

Looks like fun! I am glad to be on the downhill side of ours now. Good Luck!

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

I’ve been taking notes on your build 😉

[@JasonJonieBuilds]

@@NashvilleEarlyBronco Ha... you got it figured out for sure. I wish I was closer so I could help out.

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

That would be amazing

[@jaysonescoe5799]

Coyote would be gnarly!! But not practical!! As you said a resale! Not everyone knows how to work on those newer engines. Pushrod fir the win!!! Good stuff bro!

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Exactly! Thanks

[@claytonjessup6163]

I would love to see you do something with the stock 302 , that’s exactly what I have in my 69 half cab bronco

[@bobmoyer7929]

$2000 I wish ! I can't find a rust bucket for under $10,000. Good luck withe build. Can't wait to see what you do with it !

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

It was literally in pieces in a field, but I paid $2,000 for it

[@craigmaverick]

I scored a complete 72 bronco 2 years ago for $1400! Not running, rusty floor boards but pretty solid. Now I'm half way thru a complete ground up restoration and in deep already at 40K! Doing all my own work but also buying high end parts. I figure 2 more years to complete. I look forward to watching this build too.

[@sb4x4trex]

I am just finishing up final assembly/restoration on my 1971 Bronco. I heard you say you wanted to send your frame out for powder coat right away. May I suggest, before you do that you should plan out your build on paper and figure out if there are any frame modifications you want to make. For example, James Duff long radius arms, welding, any frame repairs, etc. Most frames that I have seen require some repairs or modifications, so I would definitely consider any mods prior to powder coating. I completely built my Bronco from the ground up, completing all fabrication, then I tore it down for powder coat and paint. If your goal or desire is to profit on your build, I would definitely take your time. My project has taken me 4+ years and I have a shop with a lift. I don’t know where you want to take your project. I started out wanting a clean driver, but progressed into a show quality build! Let me know if you want any photos to refer to.

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Thanks for the tip Shawn. Wisdom there for sure. Unfortunately I already powered the frame, and I’m already feeling the consequences of that. Seriously, that’s a good tip for sure

[@camodown]

Good luck with the build.

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Thank you!

[@mysteriomarvel933]

Can't wait to see the finished product..Smart decision to avoid the Coyote swap to stay within your budget. What color are you going to choose? I'm biased towards the 67 turquoise or light blue that appears to be the stock color on yours. Cheers!

[@cambellschunky704]

Always wanted to do this. Best of luck.

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Thank you!

[@greenbean7373]

Very cool series! I like how you put up a breakdown at the end 👍🏻

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Yeah, I thought people would enjoy that each episode.

[@TLLConline]

That stack of wood is probably the most expensive tool in this video…

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Hahaha! That is the truth

[@khajiitmonks8692]

Ls is about as plug and play as you can get, parts a plenty and lots of support for those engines

[@matthewmoriarty3053]

Jon, awesome videos. I have a '75 that I bought in '95 (my first car). Sure glad I never sold it! I'm about to get into a frame up restoration. Is there a video #3 (4?,5?,6?) on this thread yet? I didn't see anything but could be missing something. Would love to see your progress. Cheers.

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

No video #3 yet, I’m working on it

[@Johntasticful]

Totally cool vid. Thanks

[@MattsGarage]

Oh man. Good luck!

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

I’ll make notes from your videos and do the opposite

[@MattsGarage]

@@NashvilleEarlyBronco yeah, too late. That can of worms takes you where IT wants. Haha.

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Haha! That’s true

[@lukeyoung6314]

Been watching a lot of your videos and really enjoying them. I have been in the market for a Bronco for a long time and just picked up a 68. Going to subscribe to your email for more info. Thanks for sharing!

[@PeterPociask]

How hard is it to lift the body off without a lift?

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Pretty hard. This one was already separated when I bought it, so I just pulled the frame out and left the body in a field.

[@Petrol360]

Stock 302! FTW

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@Stangherbie1234]

I recommend 351W.

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

True true

[@craigmaverick]

Yes but bored and stroked to 427!!

[@redsbbq1]

How often do you think you will upload a video on this build?

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Hopefully every couple weeks, but it will be as I have time for it

[@nickefgen9219]

Hi john, just wondering are coming to The Tom’s off-road event? July 22-23

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

I’ll be there!

[@nickefgen9219]

@@NashvilleEarlyBronco I will be there to

[@lowhombre]

Looks like 🤩 fun. OSHA will have a field day in your garage 😂 ✌🏼

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Hahaha! What they don’t know won’t hurt them 😂😂

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Hahaha! What they don’t know won’t hurt them 😂😂

[@nbacritic3569]

Osha regulates business entities. He’s a private person. Stop trying to ruin a fun project Karen!

[@lowhombre]

@@nbacritic3569 it was meant to be funny even he thought it was funny. Chill dude, we all have those in our garage and stop being so grumpy.

[@nbacritic3569]

@@lowhombre My apologies. I’m a female you know we can’t take jokes 🥴

[@tedweaver4526]

How do I subscribe to you’re email list? This is great!

[@markstutzman547]

Have you checked out the Coyote kit from BC Broncos? If not, give it a look!

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

I haven’t checked it out. I’ll look

[@markstutzman547]

@@NashvilleEarlyBronco I'm working on a 76 using their kit. The only 'mod' is to trim the passenger side wheel well 1 inch. Their ad says a kid could do it! Give it a look!

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

I’ll look at it

[@leslieforster1774]

You had me at 1974....

[@deftones2]

Next shirt-Sketchy blocks of wood

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Hahaha! Those blocks of wood are solid 🤣🤣

[@jakdrpr7376]

If you're considering getting an early Bronco be prepared to spend a ton of money!!

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Hahaha! Exactly

[@jimphillips3669]

Consider a Fox Body 5.0.

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

I’ll look into it

[@jimphillips3669]

I’ve used them in both my builds. You can use the stock EFI or for a more authentic look go with the Edelbrock you’ve used before. Put some aluminum heads on for more HP and torque. Look forward to seeing the progress.

[@alanperdue4658]

Rusty GOLD...hard to find the old Broncos

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

GOLD!!!

[@crenee4742]

My brother is starting a KZbin channel restoring a a Bronco. It's called, "It's not junk yet". Please support him

[@alpinegarage8548]

Well .. now you are almost caught up with me.

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Hahaha!

[@dicky7600]

Where the hell did you find a Bronco for $2000? Junk ones go for close to 10

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

So true! The $2k ones are getting harder to find

[@ChatNoir443]

Bypass the Coyote. The juice is not worth squeeze. Coyotes are cool...dont get me wrong, but look where it makes power.. My bronco is my daily driver. 1000-3500rpm......you know what. ...who gives a damn about my opinion. Do what you want.

[@NashvilleEarlyBronco]

Hahaha! I want this to be a driver too