Day 73 of this Ford Bronco restoration is a huge milestone—this Early Bronco build is finally getting close to its first drive! In this episode, I’m continuing the full classic Bronco restoration from the ground up, tackling critical upgrades and fixes that bring this project one step closer to hitting the road. If you’re into Bronco restoration, classic car builds, or hands-on fabrication, this is the kind of progress you don’t want to miss.
We install Tom’s Woods driveshafts for improved performance and durability, dial in the suspension with a Hellwig sway bar, and handle key mechanical fixes like repairing the oil pan and correcting the crossmember. On top of that, I begin building a custom roll cage, designed specifically for this Early Ford Bronco, adding both safety and structural rigidity. This episode is packed with real-world tips, problem-solving, and detailed looks at what it takes to build a drivable classic Bronco.
Tom Woods: https://4xshaft.com/collections/ford-products Hellwig Sway Bar: https://tomsoffroad.com/products/66-77-ford-bronco-3-5-5-inch-lift-front-anti-sway-bar?_pos=2&_psq=hellwig&_ss=e&_v=1.0
Whether you’re restoring your own Ford Bronco, researching Early Bronco upgrades, or just love watching a full frame-off restoration, this series documents every step—mistakes, wins, and everything in between. From suspension installs to drivetrain upgrades, this is a true DIY Bronco build.
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00:00 - Where the Bronco build is at 01:43 - Fixing the Ford 302 Oil Pan 03:42 - Installing Tom Woods Driveshafts 05:59 - Fixing Crossmember 07:23 - Installing Hellwig Sway Bar 08:00 - More Wiring 08:17 - Body Filler Panels 08:49 - finishing the Vintage Air AC 09:40 - Steering Wheel 10:43 - Roll Cage 15:10 - Brake and Throttle pedals 17:39 - Prep for first drive 19:38 - First Drive 20:57 - The breakdown
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