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11-14-2007, 01:10 PM
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the beast.... :) UPDATE: 10-30-2009
well, after 18 years of wanting one of these, I got one. its rough. it needs work. its ugly as sin. but I love it.
 so I present to you, the beast. a 1978 Ford Bronco. 400m, C6 trans, dana 44 front, and a 9" rear axle. currently running a rancho 3.5" suspension lift and sitting on 31's.   the immediate plans are: 1. Fix timing....done.  2. fix rear window power switch. done. 3. Brakes all around 4. clean out inside 5. put new track bar on 6. use 1 case krylon black to make it all one color. 7. get 35" bfg mud terrains. 8. beat the crap out of it. 
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BRONCO BFG/RUST/WHITETRASH/TREEFAIL "The existence of flamethrowers is proof that someone, somewhere, said to himself, "I want to set those people over there on fire, but I don't feel like walking over there to do it." Last edited by Spatakula; 10-12-2009 at 07:30 PM. Reason: updates |
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11-14-2007, 01:17 PM
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What have I... What have I... What have I done to deserve this?
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Re: the beast.... :)
9. Drive around neighborhoods offering candy to children.
10. Go on a high speed police chase on an open highway. I added two final steps for you  That thing is definitely large, that's for sure -Brian
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11-14-2007, 01:19 PM
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[FJ] Specialist
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Re: the beast.... :)
hey it was $500! I wasn't expecting much!
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BRONCO BFG/RUST/WHITETRASH/TREEFAIL "The existence of flamethrowers is proof that someone, somewhere, said to himself, "I want to set those people over there on fire, but I don't feel like walking over there to do it." |
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11-14-2007, 01:22 PM
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Re: the beast.... :)
Are you gonna do a complete restoration, or just keep it running? I've always wanted an old Bronco. Also, if you can, post some interior pics. I love the way interiors look on old vehicles.
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11-14-2007, 01:24 PM
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[dd] - Dentless Dave
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Re: the beast.... :)
Are Flea and Henry Rollins calling you to go for a ride??
that thing is awesome, but needs bigger wheels and tires!! dave
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11-14-2007, 01:40 PM
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Re: the beast.... :)
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Just kidding bro Nice. I'd rock one of those. Don't have to worry about curbs again, small animals, children, etc.
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11-14-2007, 01:52 PM
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Re: the beast.... :)
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 I already have black door panels on the way, a new black dash pad as well. I'm going to rhyno line the whole floor, and paint the rest black. the wood applicae will be plastikote cast aluminum, and I have a set of grey superduty seats to put in.
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BRONCO BFG/RUST/WHITETRASH/TREEFAIL "The existence of flamethrowers is proof that someone, somewhere, said to himself, "I want to set those people over there on fire, but I don't feel like walking over there to do it." |
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11-14-2007, 03:25 PM
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Re: the beast.... :)
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11-14-2007, 03:26 PM
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[FJ] Specialist
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Re: the beast.... :)
I suppose I could just run over the rest of the field!
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BRONCO BFG/RUST/WHITETRASH/TREEFAIL "The existence of flamethrowers is proof that someone, somewhere, said to himself, "I want to set those people over there on fire, but I don't feel like walking over there to do it." |
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11-14-2007, 03:33 PM
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Re: the beast.... :)
But I own what is known as "The Beast" according to Ford at least
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11-14-2007, 05:15 PM
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Re: the beast.... :)
I like it with those wheels and tires, It looks like a strong wind would tip it over.
Gotta love a $500.00 beater.
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11-14-2007, 05:45 PM
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[FJ] Specialist
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Re: the beast.... :)
its beautiful spat, I'm hurt!
didn't people say the same thing about Ray's mercur at first? you just have no vision!
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BRONCO BFG/RUST/WHITETRASH/TREEFAIL "The existence of flamethrowers is proof that someone, somewhere, said to himself, "I want to set those people over there on fire, but I don't feel like walking over there to do it." |
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11-14-2007, 05:48 PM
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Stoned Scorpion says, "GET OVER H.....OOhhh! Brownies!"
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Re: the beast.... :)
It has potential. You gonna lift it, throw on some mud slingers,buy yourself a mossy oak outfit, get a can of copenhagen, and buy yourself some busweiser? Yeeeehaaaaaww!!!!!! -spatakula |
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11-14-2007, 05:54 PM
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[FJ] Specialist
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Re: the beast.... :)
its already lifted. those tires are 31's
I have the camo, already. but i haven't chewed or drank in years!
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BRONCO BFG/RUST/WHITETRASH/TREEFAIL "The existence of flamethrowers is proof that someone, somewhere, said to himself, "I want to set those people over there on fire, but I don't feel like walking over there to do it." |
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11-14-2007, 06:47 PM
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Re: the beast.... :)
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11-14-2007, 07:19 PM
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Re: the beast.... :)
Looks good but I hope thats not gonna be a daily driver with gas prices the way they are. Those trucks are solid for rock crawlin.
All that power & no engine shots??
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