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Gunnibronco
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![Post Post](./styles/acidtech/imageset/icon_topic_latest.gif) Re: Project Downward Spiral
Slide a washer between the hinge & post. Doesn't have to be permanent, just see what differerence it makes. Then pick up a proper shim the correct thickness. Or cut the washer into a U shape & drop it over the bolt, when you know how thick.
Sorry it's hard to explain without pics sometimes.
_________________ "America is at that awkward stage. It's too late to work within the system, but too early to shoot the bastards." – Claire Wolfe 74-AWB 98", ZF5, Atlas4, TGW HP1060 and HP1014 axles, ARBs, 37's, 3.5" lift-5.5" front coil springs, Tahoe rear springs, EFI 302, h-boost, York OBA, 4x4x2, custom dash & gauges 72 U15- Explorer Sport-Candyapple Red (1 of 141)
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landshark
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I have heard some of the new hinges have a slightly different bend in them, some have heated then pressed them to take some of the bend out others have done what was suggested in shimming one side. Where did you get the new hinges? There is a thread on Cb.com about it I will dig up.
_________________ 1976 Bronco "Green, Yellow, whatever", 1969 Bronco "Red", 1972 Bronco Stocker "Kind of Blue/Grayish"
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phyler
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phyler
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Gunni FTW! A single washer behind the inside bolt took care of it. My wife's exact words were "no freaking way". I'm not sure if she was more surprised that the single washer fixed it out that we lines the door up perfectly on the first try (or both).
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_________________ 1975 Ranger Edition that I've had longer than I've been without it.
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Gunnibronco
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_________________ "America is at that awkward stage. It's too late to work within the system, but too early to shoot the bastards." – Claire Wolfe 74-AWB 98", ZF5, Atlas4, TGW HP1060 and HP1014 axles, ARBs, 37's, 3.5" lift-5.5" front coil springs, Tahoe rear springs, EFI 302, h-boost, York OBA, 4x4x2, custom dash & gauges 72 U15- Explorer Sport-Candyapple Red (1 of 141)
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phyler
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Well, the cold weather has set in and has really kept me unmotivated from working on the Bronco. The main reason being that I can't do anything that requires epoxy due to the fact I can't keep the metal (or the garage) over 65 degrees.
The wife and I have been talking a lot about what do I want out of the Bronco when it's finished (yeah, like that actually happens). Our debate largely centers on the fact that she likes the LUBR look and I'm torn on whether I want to cut it or not.
In addition, she's hinting at the fact that I could do more on it than my current budgeted amount allows based on our family budget. This led to the "well, what needs to be done for it to be done?" question (a very dangerous question). So, I sat down and went with a high-tech version of the Roadkill task list (used OneNote instead of a giant piece of cardboard).
Since, I'm using this thread more of a journal of my build, I figured I should drop the current list in. It's a whopper. My next steps are to figure out what I can do now and how I can make it work so I can drive it a bit in between some of the bigger components. Comments welcome but unnecessary. Really just trying to motivate myself by finding small things I can do to continue the progress. Without further ado, here's the list:
Body Work: Finish rear quarters (Decide between cut/uncut) Finish drivers side rocker Re-do upper seat platform? Cowl Tailgate Fenders Door skins Repair bottom of doors Fix window frames Seam Seal Final paint (Hot Ginger Metallic - Paint Code Z) Ranger Stripes
Mechanical Engine Machine Work: 1. Block 2. Heads New Parts: 1. Cam 2. Valve Springs 3. Rebuild kit (Pistons, Rings, Bearings, etc.)
Re-surface flywheel New Clutch Paint block Assemble Engine Install Engine 2-1 Exhaust
EFI: 1. Need computer programmed 2. Finish looming harness 3. New fuel lines 4. Fuel pump
Transmission Paint Transmission Install transmission Fabricate new cross member Master Cylinder Driveshafts (rebuild - shorten/lengthen)
Materials required: 1. Master/slave cylinder 2. ZF adapter
Rear Axle Install disc brakes Extend passenger side emergency brake line Paint Re-gear (4.11 vs 4.30)
Front Axle Re-gear (4.11 vs 4.30) Re-seal Paint
Brakes New Master Cylinder Hydroboost (Ebay bracket?)
Steering Re-seal steering box Re-build while it's out to a 4-turn? Paint steering box
Suspension New 2.5" lift (Wild Horses, Duff or ???; Pretty sure I want Deaver springs) Bilstien Shocks Extended Radius Arms Decide if I want to go 4-link in the rear for a better ride. Would do Duff's most likely. This also depends on whether I go cut or uncut.
Miscellaneous Replace Headlight switch Straighten or replace bumpers Build Stealth rear bumper Rebuild Heater box 1. Purchase re-seal kit 2. Upgrade blower/squirrel cage Re-wire entire vehicle Carpet (BroncoHut) Ranger panels (Door and Quarter Panel) Cage (Front pillars like Digger's) TrailMax II Fold and Tumble rear seat Horn bar Decide on wheel/tire size combo (17"?) Steering stabilizer (if needed) Upgrade Headlight wiring Upgrade headlights Verify all marker lights work Rebuild Speedo New weather seals all around Grommets for unused firewall holes New firewall insulation New dashpad (BroncoHut) Bluetooth based stereo system (find a way not to cut into the quarter panel pieces) Ranger chrome trim pieces Side emblems
Thanks for following and the positive encouragement throughout the years!
_________________ 1975 Ranger Edition that I've had longer than I've been without it.
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Jesus_man
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![Post Post](./styles/acidtech/imageset/icon_topic_latest.gif) Re: Project Downward Spiral
What are your goals with the rig? As in, what type of use are you planning for it?
Reason I ask, is if you are planning to wheel and want larger tires, you might also consider porting your steering box for ram assist while it's out.
Outside of that, it seems you have a great plan in place, but it's quite a list! Just keep plugging away at it. I think if it were me, I'd try to tackle the things that make it safer first (brakes) and then reliable (EFI) and drive it as much as you can in the mean time.
_________________ 1973 Bronco, 351 SEFI, Locked, discs, 35's ZF-5spd and Atlas 4spd. 235:1 Crawl Ratio. It may be ugly, but it's slow. http://www.ucora.org
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Gunnibronco
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![Post Post](./styles/acidtech/imageset/icon_topic_latest.gif) Re: Project Downward Spiral
Shocks and lift for sure. I think the new springs & good shocks will surprise you how they ride. Not sure about long arms & 4 link with a 2.5" lift, especially uncut. I really wouldn't consider either unless you want a very capable off road truck.
I agree with JD. Get it running and enjoy it & reevaluate what you want to do with the truck. Then tackle individual or highly focused projects, one at a time. There is nothing worse than having a boat anchor sitting in the garage. Ask me how I know.
_________________ "America is at that awkward stage. It's too late to work within the system, but too early to shoot the bastards." – Claire Wolfe 74-AWB 98", ZF5, Atlas4, TGW HP1060 and HP1014 axles, ARBs, 37's, 3.5" lift-5.5" front coil springs, Tahoe rear springs, EFI 302, h-boost, York OBA, 4x4x2, custom dash & gauges 72 U15- Explorer Sport-Candyapple Red (1 of 141)
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phyler
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Well, to be fair, I probably should have added more context to the post that gave the task list. When I first started this project 2 years ago, I did it with the thought I was just going to throw an Explorer motor that I got a great deal on in and run it. Then the body work started and I still only had the intention of doing what was needed to get the motor in. As we all know, one thing leads to another and I went down the rabbit hole of chasing rust.
I originally thought I would have a cut Bronco and would put a 3.5" lift in to get to 35" tires. Mainly, because I figured I was only doing enough sheet metal to get the engine in. I had already done the 1-ton TRO steering with this in mind (that was part of the downward spiral of doing the disc brakes upfront).
Now that I have uncut quarters again, I am in the quandary of whether to re-cut them. My wife really likes the uncut look and I do like the LUBR look. Asking what I want the Bronco to be when I am finished is probably along the lines of asking "what do I want to be when I grow up?". If I keep it uncut, the long arms and 4-link wouldn't happen.
Things that will happen for sure:
1. EFI 351w (already have the F4TE block, again, got it stupid cheap and now have everything but just need to rebuild it) 2. Hydroboost
Those are probably the only committed things at this point. I spent part of today looking at LUBR pics and might have convinced myself that a LUBR on 31's might be a great spot to take this. I have a ZF (the later 47 model) sitting in the garage that came with the 351w that I could use and get away with keeping the 3.50 gears so that I can have a decent low range and highway gears. I want to keep a manual in the truck.
I've been at a stuck place since I couldn't get all the metal I needed sprayed with epoxy before it got too cold so the truck isn't really going anywhere any time soon. That and I'm really not happy with the drivers side quarter lines which means I've got work to do there.
If I got the drivers side quarter and outer rocker in place, the only things needed to drive it safely would be to re-seal the power steering box (out on the bench for that now) and to replace the master cylinder for the brakes. The brakes themselves (disc front, drum rear) are in great shape and stop well. The only reason to do the rear disc is that I have the Torinio style 9" and I have the entire 8.8 Explorer disc setup sitting in the garage (basically got the parts for free 4 or 5 years ago).
Everything else on the list is more of a "would like to do" to make it "perfect". I really have to decide if I am building a trail rig or "re-doing a classic" that will be taken on easy trail rides and driven on the street. I know I want a finished truck that can be driven so that limits some of the modifications right there. In regards to the suspension, it has an old KBarS 2.5" lift on it now. It works but I would love to have something that doesn't jar my fillings loose when you roll over a quarter.
So, there you have the context. Just need to get on my horse, re-seal the power steering box, and start the hydroboost so that when spring arrives, I can finish up the body work and maybe get to drive it to one of the breakfasts. :)
Thanks for the responses. This is one of those discussions that could be had over beers or coffee and the conversation would probably go on forever, kind of like this post and hopefully not this thread.
_________________ 1975 Ranger Edition that I've had longer than I've been without it.
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Jesus_man
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![Post Post](./styles/acidtech/imageset/icon_topic_latest.gif) Re: Project Downward Spiral
With the amount of body work you have already tackled, I'd hate to see you smash it up on the first trail ride. I think you might be happier with a LUBR that can do mild trails and street well. Then if you decide you want to tackle something tougher, then you can burn that bridge when you get there. I'd be inclined to build another machine for the trail (ideally a bronco, but there are far cheaper rigs to build) and keep this one for your cruiser. But I also know that that isn't a reality for many of us. Myself included. My hands are full keeping up with one steed!
_________________ 1973 Bronco, 351 SEFI, Locked, discs, 35's ZF-5spd and Atlas 4spd. 235:1 Crawl Ratio. It may be ugly, but it's slow. http://www.ucora.org
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Strike2
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![Post Post](./styles/acidtech/imageset/icon_topic_latest.gif) Re: Project Downward Spiral
Your list isn't too bad, the body work your doing is a major "Big" item and the process is slow but once that's done I think you'll see the check list items cross out much faster. Keeping it a LUBR or going 35's is a tough one, I think one thing to consider for the stance is not just the look you both like but maybe the ride comfort of the two designs (if any). Are your plans for day use or possibly longer road/trail trips.
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phyler
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phyler
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Well, the breakfast yesterday was a good one and definitely helped motivate me a bit. Had a lot on my plate this weekend but was able to re-attach the grill to check for fitment. Prior to re-attaching, I beat a few of the dents out. Not too bad, I need to measure them again. Two of the three will be fine with a little skim coat of filler. The larger one probably needs a bit more work. Anyways, here's the obligatory pic of the grill back on. Was able to get all but one bolt back in. The passenger side fender is a total cheapy replacement from 20 years ago and doesn't fit exactly right. Not going to sweat it as I want to replace both front fenders at some point. ![Image](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/aEdb8rTfg-B-K-280LV1zxH7KgqGcSJ-BXX19KCUJ8avEwaWF_Sr_CYZQGsh3Jdxoxxet8Hc3geb8FiwFh7LMFwp1tGCQOsyRndzmtNhu8OyKaa5BCbTMzJrtbxw0qFmfYXGOGQ7Wdv70lvgwwf6eWdriMX5KGW3iQ-zBoa2tq_GVc_HWoufB0oxceL-AdlyyWHNdrptt_h_j5ONP-3HMwppyAL3zP3altkXMORHdf0LsZLTmiD0L4nsxWetrxfWfw7oSCtNB8U-2ah-X266oLyw8ytIPR-n2ht6PAjn99SLJ1K_9B1132zPUDuxHTfECIldaKwzmIQvmaJQ0CMygTTAqW61gfUFFEhHpjs27uJJ9eatZpDm6ZUefqRN7ez00YtovYvo-wkBlpKxC6f8oPSHqAI5PcPCI3ThxKG5_bkZZpoJQHECMq7GwX1qbj57rVI6f-vjxPLcK12kQzpNlY_aherB1_Z2nnrZHPDCAhpTpLsRYqs5-oWQWmGZ90-rMh_EHCx1qXxEOHALKwwaB4i_k7yc0bg5-i5HdTbLvXE2MWb2FUlcVEo6V-HhTX1YzX76PPHKLdKpIioWZzN8mCI0GEQZTI_f-V2yGdWSRpq1VGElG3rgq9uRgl3PHVPIv0eYThYa4VfRm7eeFxO1TQnfX430i41D0Q=w1970-h1478-no) In the one step forward, two steps back category, my 4-Runner's battery died this week. I hadn't focused on it cause I had no where to go. Looked and saw it was 7 years old and realized it was the same size as the Bronco (24F). Swapped it in so I could get to my meetings this week. Will have to go pick another one up here soon.
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phyler
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Wife convinced me to pull the trigger on new wheels (cause she's also wants me to get the new tires to go with them). I am planning to go with the "old school" look so I bought the Wheel Vintiques 15x7's. Here's a quick pic of them next to my original stock steel wheel: ![Image](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/6xY4TNDtn7HaTVdblJGbj5hFO9cxESFH_0pY_YBWCDEJqzpSNvjv0U6dvbSD89r2mG731HUZFNgP_2-5tURmrPo0bI6me6dR7t5V3KXMuxAIm5i6ZqLCizNl-IHVFTK-UnVxmtaGfUK-UpdoD8UEThGlPjxOi3JzeiMlRtSeeuodwE6Da4eJyZ3m0mwgaI_B8QgSHPzCtp2HVTaZPLVGAbGHlMb-674AwDxAam1OJP8CoLLUkpLeW7vM9STN8Jb__hflpffzK-IiV5fnm9RpPd-jgB1X5304Qf6T_wsTyNS7yfFH_gMGzbi1_wbZu37QMBc4bWw9ZPj4OH-r4udgUvYVSsAWxTxxsOdntWQBNBmaH-kIE7YLuYYW4Z8njgtDZ_GE86GnjemMJnXAjHuihJurSyM1KSt5sCy4vpDy42XqYDDNvw_on4lsxB-qKYUWIeCmHBGDyU7iztXJd8Q_Sss-N4qaq3eS3ANLUZvLJF8wcdoj5vVlwF-4a91SNxfvR7Jfaccrmd3n1abxYcw737LxVaSJXsjVCoH1ODcKawYuCXaaQaW0kbQ4V5DQDhElNYKWgs2-ucvRNSf3hkD1zFJVqgKloZ0bHJA5vk13JBNw_FsJmUWp0J6_RZG1C-GadV4Ocs7_lRVNIBdMaaq4luUzQktQ87hfKA=w1655-h1241-no) Just need the weather to warm up so I can get back to spraying epoxy and doing the body work after taking the winter off.
_________________ 1975 Ranger Edition that I've had longer than I've been without it.
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Jesus_man
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![Post Post](./styles/acidtech/imageset/icon_topic_latest.gif) Re: Project Downward Spiral
Are you linking from google? You have to put those pictures into a shared album, then link them from there.
_________________ 1973 Bronco, 351 SEFI, Locked, discs, 35's ZF-5spd and Atlas 4spd. 235:1 Crawl Ratio. It may be ugly, but it's slow. http://www.ucora.org
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phyler
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phyler
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Jesus_man
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I see it now! Looks cool! I wonder if anything can be done to prevent them from rusting in the usual spots?
_________________ 1973 Bronco, 351 SEFI, Locked, discs, 35's ZF-5spd and Atlas 4spd. 235:1 Crawl Ratio. It may be ugly, but it's slow. http://www.ucora.org
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[quote="phyler"]Wife convinced me to pull the trigger on new wheels (cause she's also wants me to get the new tires to go with them). I am planning to go with the "old school" look so I bought the Wheel Vintiques 15x7's.
Nice Rims! Its always a good day when the president ok's a Bronco purchase
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phyler
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phyler
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Strike2
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[quote="phyler"] I'll have to bring you yours back soon. Maybe you can give some body work tips when I do. ![](http://s3.amazonaws.com/tapatalk-emoji/emoji1.png) Np Whenever you in the neighborhood just give me a call/text I'm usually in the garage most evenings.
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phyler
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Using this check-in point as a bit of motivation. Got the new wheels painted. Bought the Wheel Vintiques in a 15x7 with 4" back space in order to hopefully put some 33x10.5 BFG Mud Terrains on them. Here they are next to the stock wheel: ![Image](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/d_gt8p7x0QFbCuwS4brUgXwMGL6qc_H3gboRKPUoneWcnoH6F6_NOzArvGXSvo4aAG9SzEZ9Vj1LacLYwv9AKH7gyk-vdiIcrBZaBFZRmMU6Twg-zmllcvAgkN_QLJ7Xw3IZPrpzYaymROISKLSE-B2EGA4NJLY3p4w1CSN0AVG218LywGeL_WZBdvDyaXuzcnd4Bw1oKd6mALUqWiISZ9gdv0jB3eMJaxZwazpPkID4-OlZQa4VNcts_px4e615Skj9j5Kdkt7_A7SIlokMv0sFvWKcQlmcUNZRvxS_uyXL9iSN5EN8B4PrLGg3T7_TpCZqD-UOShCHHyp0w7RxPGQH7Vyh0A5Wh2zzJEDCi_s8MH7QpV3TI0M_HNfELV1c_cM2lxT6YnORuFrI6gA822dXe8gBgOEIa0cTO1i41tbo4X-ODfPbAJySeFcZWRLI3lrH0uknER7MRXoUBqLkUhDmSvU-faTyFF2XSkACQ9EU6vIZG8cRA844DJvyHFQkJcSaNivrUL_YRzcwQxmlbv7QaJ4AjcZK4xNV04ae-CzjmHtDILBW_9-BcFHvYv5WP6hyQHOK9V0Ex_a8rlOh21eJoKh2bAoldR6It4ThrUGCV2GrTk0LKh59vQ1aWnflICAzA0PEdjweLk0NnUTxPubJ9pao02fuYg=w477-h358-no) Some paint shots. Did 4 coats of color with VHT rattle can and 3 coats of clear (used VHT as well): ![Image](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/hMCP6_IcEzTu6ANBwd67EyI9Kc9qJ_hk6CM2ol9Y2_FfhAUAngL_F_RmDejQKDRXQxFXk6nBWmvBfcyoPkNol_l56gA1RME9AfAXGdO0LPwYiu2jXvU4lA1z3c73Ul-Q1gCClY_PiWjA5aMIipolHAgmSryfauT0K7ropdpwHkcYqXBU7I131fJDuccdq2o8g0h9PGXKEmZ64gSMJo5Vn9z__YuKJ869i1KJL14DF41N1nw_5l6r3aJEHFATw--HEQQ_IAOPNriRTQs53WM8bYhNmYOBpUm6nC205YwVg2nGUKWCjJAWl-GW3mTWM5RP-QR5KWMcqfHql6W17v2hYcdreAgn4Tusc0wpkiU74MkmdaBgQTMx8i43IJSwf7Qc3odPTM4Yc4UzWdJkEK9bmjfUYx6QwtSC8pfpc-MAFuFnzY_Z5DS48b01OLYfCaLSO4o-sU7wXpl5xB7QZg2NrOpA2YPTQkaK6I0f4KMuxtRut5tw5OzHNZqKkr6MfZeRJxcWAkrU3EndQo8z-qTU-PQwBs1bfRTXNalxOlTuYETa293QffHW52vww5wt1uYahTP_sdjG3_-5yYPnblQaa5MvcqXHVrs5xzVmG03gDkBK4iV_DxESQSyorf-C7z1u2GG9BRRTwWAaC3A7zzU8WkD5hHiK7RKBNw=w1654-h1240-no) ![Image](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/nAclzgaezuccYSBJp_aAVX1fybhLshFpB4KKiYBRGKX-NtBBsf1CFL0Uy9ao3YueaIpcple9ijtzPgPRYC2_8rH1oVYElvRhNVYNbqnDX7weBlib5IBwPKOc-lVuUWw5zOCvvAagRPgJUPMjHmEUV_R4bkIWf7eUUaZ6hTtH80WxjQ40swEoTBxM4E5JsxG7EjmtMN9rHno5MJMUQqSLh-ln63iS481xdq4tf7LGYlEcmIJLsY1LH-K9GlegXCWI8zjc-44SRCTm1GdUsoVSa7s1uXg-blvaAiltwMYEFJw7tWNt4yU8g8lKGpz8BDwa-iQ3qfq87CAdek9_CmYwUe_knTy7b-JJ0KNSB08hNERRrlfEQnjvhT_FBuSzuwylew4VhqKPZenow6YizXlYN6oE4QAhDjIZX295fZyJ4vySnYfqUU_Xcls27fu61yuucUdCYqugKOLQL7ibTP0DGBsklBD4hooNEZN-aW3URSITRGXmAFc1Y9y1xWoyZIUiaRWeJIi9uLi1gugMifwe0Z1scV5GJQ3egIZye1E93Rcr-UDMqo4gJ1Mnj0sqNjwN4iWu33iNlveg2rd_euNA9E2bVXwQWizFc3NaxWJjAYC4z-0g8UmVnyEW82CoVVMVth43igbfG_PYsTiryWAFRYFg77sd_xOHzw=w1654-h1240-no) ![Image](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/QnYwDOInhH7GmtvGPSoFO-1xKKlUEomLKwfv48cNa3fOxE3hy6NcKkpcyiCmAlyP3dYO8MvYZi4SoBTOXBYJ9Rmg67xhrQnSqEevnOKzWwNUbizXGMqswyJbGC7WC524WOHOjEVOrdPNwrdpfiP4gWCaB-PFxIdHoUt7d-0sUssUT7vj2c1zffC1A5dY3E5q5-maB1_YEXURZ00cQkQqZW9ViDkvv5s-JLxVob6hcrt4dhI0y1xpKtyGGuiy5Q4nOOdfxvWEFex1Hxn7IidbkflXvCO1yObpQ4LGfHxdErzScbkoWG5adPR-CQ59DA8qv_-vGVwUx7D5LFDABGlL9Zne3Si6mOk4jDV-SDpK-K3AltgACPQDVWbxQcKpSPVR81wFGHAnr_mFVXAD5ruITukS02IYZC7o1f82grUVwg5L3dhl-22IxXCYNhM0ixyK2LncbpwJRag2hTKkiO5oNpbFV3E6YDNUMipBKyG_Vm6GLNqnCZqP1UYUmy8iw6CMTP-qRDDpwrzcgQ5vucn6bdrAoIFZj4foQGFKrZazi0b0n47IObK0fFbYK_8zNCw7Yk1KjT5oz7niQb5iYmwAVDpxkz0eFKTcoUOvG_2GdmDrnxX0xRTUBVzCvQ2rU-Grmvh535n75rGIshTgp3U49F0docP2c_mvBA=w1654-h1240-no) Then this showed up today. Guess I need to hope the weather really turns warm so I can spray the epoxy and primer that is in these boxes. ![Image](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/krBpWlXrU5mKItY4tC6-0XtVxcZbRIT6HsjTX2fUMn8c8G-aH4GFD95QuHmyD4sbKumQX4qtfHC8ne0YoYUI8V47za_V6Xuhxf5bEI9l7GfaqJCax-IvS2RHImrMLZjpfht5c7aMYjeVmDbtomCvBRBxjX9TbhNT_2OqwxY1y-YkPfuoQjTSRRqK80KcZe8NTsGTYneUQbbIXuOIQVk3D4xwkFIqLuvzQX0CTYV6eJjXDcsz1FkyB-Zt5X4FJrZuIEBfqMW2-VCfwGfgaV0opX5bT4SozZT5-88t1eT07vpTjudo4aECqr9FNBa4qysxztciN3eK9S8FxW7qxczYOYNJ4gZWzYqboqRkjp75As8Ce7TBGoDWsGkjq68_VIgxed4Xd1Cf5U394zgRgKZXLt2yqPO3oTooj1sGhJ-B5BXT7admrzlZskvZ_fSM8Jf2KuG8W51j90NXMaOvvpR3r3D7KE3a3ovTQtB4hOO3Bl7NPimqt1lw28xz4omQSJuf93Yi7a41PaaffaYC2hSkTF6pk5VWZxbNH4kcZNSYfVJu6rHrR3ldV_fk3OQAX-aH9jqyT1A8MUdPxwhGJrnC5eQIz6WLAMP6iI9RY9xq8GcTjSw0cVsNwklhHNl_0k91syXGGBKADYKEB_8yJ9ZT96nOEIKW1khGKw=w930-h1240-no) Next up on the list: Finish the drivers side rear quarter, drivers side rocker, lower cowl, move rear axle back 1", replace master cylinder, new tires, drive! Here's to summer!
_________________ 1975 Ranger Edition that I've had longer than I've been without it.
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_________________ 1975 Ranger Edition that I've had longer than I've been without it.
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thank you for the pics of the cowl replacement.............makes me less intimidated to tackle mine
_________________ 1977 Sport, 351w OBDII EFI motor, 4R70W auto, 4:88 gears, ARB lockers, 3.5" suspension, 33" tires.
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_________________ 1975 Ranger Edition that I've had longer than I've been without it.
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LOVE the stance of your, New to You, LUBR!!!!!!!!
_________________ 1968 3.5" Lift on 31's Front serpentine belt ViperBuilt 4x4x2 PS C4 '66 Speedo '66 Horn Button- STROPPE goodies: Steering Wheel, Roll Bar, Cactus Smasher SOLD :(1972 Explorer Sport - '66 Eyebrow Grill - '66 Speedometer - Stroppe Steering Wheel - Stroppe RollBar - ViperBuilt C4
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Nice job Adam! Glad to see you making headway on the cowl/paint and man those K3 looks AWESOME on the silver rims.
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Digging the look! Keep at it!
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Got the lower cowl out and cleaned up the channel under it. While there was a lot of junk in there, the metal is thankfully very solid. Looks like Ford had sprayed some sort of epoxy or something in there that just flaked out leaving the metal behind. I also wish I was ready to rebuild my heater box as with the cowl out, it makes it super easy to get to the defrost. ![Image](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/40I7FeA6DrtCy90Php-2gpq4psb9mDoelBv849ho1ijnqkVUMI6aeGxm6yl1dn7x3s76p_qnRWbTxPrUqziFSYShw0Lqca8YcWqiVPdNOIzvC7VgPgFOgo-aL9N4meqA-KlHT7SVfIPcAKMW7fBZwV8E1Q1Eld76B18JKwo0UUo2G_yGj4U285TPAQW869XOoa6qprox-cYt2674xJxk8GkYQ_qdDeTU4DbskYKQ_W0sHCsBDW4Q2qcxTzHHFOL0qXpZCtoWEd0vUUk-I03CWvais6Pz35lqosacuzJchhUgmI2NKNjTZpUT223GrxXe6N-F0dVDLNAYUIvoKF1Ymt4IzU6EymjUCimrcS1WyFa4Sp8sYNoY1pPMe7_LfKoqKy55rGeahV83SUyp3lL5jQ8ShkMdA7_-YswX0goBMHPcyA1taMbxLGT3Mej_GcHM0pz6HfN5nMXH7JuR5SWRZDW6903vX7qKr0IlVucZTURa-Likuyw-4MT9yeag3o7haKRsCi2xOKRzs6AWXNBdhoxHzuGdnxwb7Y5DgksVqPYLslFGBB5sGrWcfz7xWlPxp3RQda5GPI_JatIAzPYsL3Osbaqu-Nbk_dPqUnyKEaWB3RqfqaLA-NyMmgkEwvNPajigp1QwMlCJepy8cRGzZkB01x9WpBvL3g=w1203-h1604-no) I do have two questions for the crowd though, first, for those that have done EFI and have mounted the computer in the middle of the firewall, did you use a box from an Exploerer or Escape? If so, is there really enough room? I did some basic measurements and I'm not sure it will fit. In addition, the heater control comes out right where the computer would live. I'm guessing I can move that pretty easily but would love to know what others have done. Was thinking of installing the box while the cowl is off if it would make it easier. I probably won't be able to install the EFI motor for another 6-8 months. ![Image](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/QDb1EZoQw5vA1BBZ7S9jAhNHJKT-m_xWWdgR4XckQ0Md9dTX5t8D0S5OkizimbvOk2c4SOcDiTNeoKO-c8sdLEpbPqr1LR-OoLn92pNT2x4sYUlPP2t1NgQypbORnbyzQGiAiN7Nf3t41-q4lEviG6E84RTfcPm4bN9GVE_nDyZeToDS8pAMHh85AI1ur90sprGm-WI2B-sC7ZgM_fvXCCbd6vj_RDKX_cIV8ETDVsdGo0mUKrZh_HkJKhtpa-deqUtoc8QFz7DCowoMXkXGPSUb9whtr1wRIi7V_KFcfQsixDJQQMN3v8RPDS3cqplShKDpCtrkraCO2PUEMBtytCdR0rUuv7gSxLmwgsD3VwTPH5pNxgWOP-kw5TdCH5QcWz8uQ34nM6pcjHcBFqi4b5lg_bc43R-NvK7LAOPRnftItcYrSsCiiZhFuLj2c2CNkeujRe5bBDLIB2A2-Wlect6qagz9RDGs9ppX8tTFwxRg-Fq1y8kqJ4ss5SSUZvrx4eugZQq1mFAL3DXqIF7LoWzGN8FSY3__XUsSYVy5uGcRkwEZUpUwtwShWCXiLJrQNNocYrGpEFP901bLtEHTlwGh1W2flC-YZHt21FW8EYMpG7-ipSI4Iuen9EvW2-lPLdOjhV4HJnyhUEGRi_yv5N2pLpc5wa8yHw=w2139-h1604-no) Second question, I have the original insulation that Ford put in there and it's in good shape. Is there something I should consider replacing it with? Should I consider buying some Dynamat or something like that instead? Thanks!
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