The Broncast - Ford Bronco (Jon Melton and Donnie Whiteman)

A podcast all about the Ford Bronco with two guys Jon and Donnie that own, work on and share their passion with stories, how to, parts and Bronco history.

Last year, Donnie and I recorded an Episode on "Bronco Horror Stories" and we wanted to bring the episode back around for those who haven't heard this Episode. It's one of our favorites. We gathered these stories from you guys, our fans.

If you have a great Bronco Horror story, send us an email Questions@thebroncast.com

In this episode Jon and Donnie talk about their 2023 goals and all the great Bronco events to bring your Ford Bronco to all across the U.S.  Each event offers beautiful scenery, great trails or just a straight up good time hanging out together.  

Jon and Donnie travel to Jimmy Golden's super secret stash of early Ford broncos. Find out how to tell what is really rare as we talk about four of Jimmy's special broncos.

This is the biggest Bronco event of the year! The Bronco Super Celebration happens every year in Townsend TN and hundreds of Broncos show up to hang, go on drives through the Smoky Mountains, and catch up with old friends.

Donnie and Jon talk to an original owner of a 1971 Ford Bronco, an owner of a Baja Stroppe Bronco, Jake from Montana Broncos, and two beautiful restorations.

Mighty Millie Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/mightymilbug

"Why are the 2024 Ford Bronco Prices Coming Down? What are the interior package problems? Do people still not view Ford as a vehicle that lasts? Bronco still doesn't have a V8, but Jeep has a V8?"

Full Size?!? 2nd Gen Bronco 78-79, 3rd Gen Bronco 80-86...

We're talking about Full Size Broncos. When we say full size, what do we mean? Large pick up “truck based” size. “Bigger can be better” sometimes, They had for years referred to the Bronco as small and nimble, then shifted their focus to keep up with the bigger1967 Full size Chevrolet Blazer’s, GMC Jimmy, and Dodge/plymouth SUVs that had taken over the buying market Also More luxurious inside and softer riding, Ford made the wheel base 12 inches wider from 92 to 104”, 14 gallon tank to a 25 gallon tank, 302 to a 351 (or 400) which you needed because it weighed in at 4500 lbs… Jon: that’s 1,000 pounds more than an early bronco. They said it would seat up to 6 but I’m not sure if there were that many seat belts. Introduced in the fall of 1977 it was referred to as the U-150 (get it not a U-15) and the base model which had round headlights price was around $6,500. The deluxe model was called a Ranger XLT Bronco Wagon for an extra $669 and came with Square headlights. 19 colors to choose from, Pile high carpeting, and a Cigar lighter, Ever burned yourself with one of those. “Special Hood and Roof Tu-Tone options were really neat and could be matched with a Tu Tone interior. One of the coolest options were the freewheelin graphics which had sunrise fades and Chromatic? My favorite things are the electric tailgate window and the fiberglass removable top. ames), Coolest two options today people look for are the Captains chairs and the Sliding rear windows First called the Big Horn, started with a blazer roof from a 68 blazer and only took Ford 10 years to finally roll the first full size though production The 351m and 400m neither of which are super popular and would get replaced with a 428 or 460. Now your options are a coyote or Godzilla! Or cummins diesel if you are like Spencer. Didn’t you do a full size video with Bronco Babe?. Bronco babes gone wild? Was it a porn?

00:00 - Intro

04:42 - Driving Matt's Garage Early Bronco

06:15 - Tom's Offroad Rock and Roll Event

07:15 - Frame Horn repair Kit for the Early Bronco

09:38 - Track Bar Riser bracket for Dana 44

11:03 - Tubular Extended front radius arm Early Bronco

11:52 - Heavy duty Stock radius arm for Early Bronco

12.35 - New front bumper for early bronco

13:57 - replacement rear fuel tank brackets

14:25 - Ford 302 Oil Pan reinforcement rails

16:08 - Stainless Steel 23 gallon tank for Early Bronco

17:06 - 6R80 to Small Block Ford Adapter Plate

18:43 - Vented inner wheel well Early Bronco

19:24 - Early Bronco Hood prop stiffening braces

20:50 - Lower Grill Filler Panel

21:32 - Deluxe Center Console for Early Bronco

22:58 - Fender Liner for Early bronco

24:15 - Coil-over suspension kit for Early Bronco

25:46 - 4 link kit for Early Bronco

Frame Horn Repair Kit: https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/front-r...

Track Bar Riser bracket for Dana 44: https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/trackin...

Tubular Extended front radius arm: https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/tubular...

Heavy duty Stock radius arm: https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/heavy-d...

Impact Front bumper: https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/66-77-f...

Rear fuel tank brackets: https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/66-76-f...

Ford 302 Oil Pan reinforcement rails: https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/oil-pan...

Stainless Steel 23 gallon tank: https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/23-gall...

6R80 to Small Block Ford Adapter Plate: Coming Soon!

Vented inner wheel well: Coming Soon!

Hood prop stiffening braces: Coming Soon!

Lower Grill Filler Panel: Coming Soon!

Deluxe Center Console: Coming Soon!

Fender Liner: Coming Soon!

Coil-over suspension kit: Coming Soon!

4-Link kit for Early bronco: Coming Soon!

The Blanco Bronco clan was at Toms Offroad Rock and Roll Event, and we caught up with Derek and he took us around his 60,000 mile 6th Gen Bronco, let me drive it, and we got to talk with his family.

Blanco Bronco YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@blancobroncoadventures

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Donnie - https://www.instagram.com/dreamweaverdonnie/

The BronCast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBronCast

QUESTION - Have a question about the show? Drop it in the comments or email us at Questions@theBronCast.com

Jon and Donnie dive deep into Ford Bronco engine issues, diagnosis, repairing, and rebuilding. They also discuss types of stock replacement or upgrading to the Explorer 5.0 and Ford's new Coyote. 

Jon and Donnie talk about Ford Bronco racing history starting in the 60s with the Mexican 1,000 and Baja 1000 all the way up to some new wins and Gen 6 domination over Jeep.  The Bronco is back and on top!

Do you have a Ranger Bronco? You can see the interior and body code on the vin tag (aka trim tag, or warranty plate). If you can’t find that you can always go to Marti Auto and get a Marti Report which will tell you and you can get a new build sheet for your bronco and even buy a new metal plate to rivet back onto your glove box or left kicker panel if it’s a much older early bronco.

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Jon and Donnie talk about Why Ford said they stopped making the Bronco. They also freely give their opinions on whey they each think the Bronco was discontinued for 25 years from 1996 to 2021!  

In this episode Jon and I seek out Ford Bronco owners and families and ask them about their Broncos they brought and drove on the off Road course at Holley's Ford Fest in Bowling Green, KY. Thank you to Lee and Michael from Tredwear tire lettering design's and their 1979 (Navigator?!), Bobby and Wade and their 3 early Bronco builds, and Matt Mooney our favorite Bronco Club President.  

In this episode Jon and Donnie share Ford Bronco owner's shocking and funny "Bronco Horror Stories" we received in 2023.  Share your Bronco Horror story with us and it might make the next episode where we share "Bronco Fails" or next year's Bronco horror stories episode.

In this episode Jon shares his Off Roading experience and gives rock solid advice to keep you and your Ford Bronco safe on the trails and rock climbing. It will make you want to get your new Bronco to the trails!

This Bronco is a beast! 40” tires, 408 stroker, and a 6 speed transmission! Lets see if he’ll let me drive it

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Donnie - https://www.instagram.com/dreamweaverdonnie/

The BronCast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBronCast

QUESTION - Have a question about the show? Drop it in the comments or email us at Questions@theBronCast.com

In this episode Jon and Donnie guide you to some of the best websites, forums, and resources to find information, parts, and reviews for classic early, full size, and Gen 6 Ford Broncos.  We also get a live report from Tommy Stinson working at the Supercell west in Buena Vista, Colorado and Donnie asks Jon all about his youtube channel. 

In this follow up Episode Jon and Donnie have special Guest and new bronco owner Michael Seymour on the podcast talking about his eventful search, purchase and Bronco aftermath.  We get the whole story and talk about what's next as he has to "reroute" his initial Bronco plans.

The engine makes power. That power is sent from the engine to the transmission. Then the power comes out of the transmission and goes to a transfer case that sends the power to the front or the back of the vehicle through the driveshafts to the axles. Inside the axles are another set of gears called a differential, that sends the power to the tires.

Toms Offroad Options:

Dana 44 - https://tomsoffroad.com/ford/66-77-bronco-dana-44-traction-devices

Ford 9 inch - https://tomsoffroad.com/ford/66-77-bronco-ford-9-traction-devices

Selectable Lockers:

Yukon Zip Locker - Air engage locker

ARB Air locker - Air engaged

OX locker - Air or Manual (cable) shift

Limited Slip:

Yukon Grizzly Locker

Dana 44 Power Lock

Open:

Open Carrier (but you probably already have one in your Bronco)

Jon and Donnie talk about decoding your Ford Bronco VIN number to find out what you really have with our special guest/expert Jimmy Golden and our multi-generational Bronco exhibit and cool Broncos we checked out at Holley's Ford Fest 2022. 

Episode 1 - Welcome to the BronCast! A podcast all about the Ford Bronco. Donnie and Jon are a couple of Bronco enthusiasts who love talking about the Bronco, own Broncos, and work on their Broncos.

In this episode, we get to know our hosts Jon and Donnie and how they fell in love with the Bronco. The guys talk about what to do on the first day of owning an early bronco, how to tell the difference between a half cab and full cab Bronco, and talk body parts and tubs from Dennis Carpenter. Then, Donnie talks about the early beginnings of the Bronco and how Ford was making Jeeps back in the day.

Thanks for listening, and let us know if you have any questions!

Jon and Donnie tell our Ford Bronco horror stories for a special Halloween episode along with many other scary stories sent in by The Broncast listeners.   

In this episode we will be talking about our Tennessee Ford Bronco club drive through the backroads of beautiful Tennessee, Early Bronco steering inspection and upgrades, and the story of Fords early off road vehicle, code name "GOAT." 

We Talk To Chris Greenwood with Greenwood Racing! "What's the craziest thing that has happened in a desert race? What Mods can you do to the truck? How Do The Radius Arm Mounts Hold Up? What Is It About The Bronco That Made You Choose It?"

Jon and Donnie talk about Dana 20 transfer case options, introduce the third Generation full size Ford Bronco and some good and bad podcast reviews. 

In this episode Jon and Donnie talk about how to buy a "cheap" early Ford Bronco. First, they needed to define "cheap" and categorize ones for sale into four price ranges. Secondly, where to find them and what your restoration expectations should be for buying a $4,000 "dirt cheap" Bronco or an all original  $60,000 "driver". 

Ultimate Swag + $500 Gift Certificate giveaway! https://tomsoffroad.com/pages/uncategorized/ultimate-swag-bundle-giveaway/ Early access only link to the seat heater: https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/universal-seat-heater-kit

In this episode Jon and Donnie talk to Ian Johnson and ask him about his career in television, all the off road trucks and rigs he has built, and recommendations for building a serious off road Ford Broncos both early and new generations. 

Jon and Donnie get to hang out, go on trail rides with special guests: "Bronco man" Matt Hardy from Toms Off road, builder/driver/navigator Justin Barnes, and Blanco Bronco's Derick and Monica. A great time from the Toms Offroad BIG Saturday event stage in Medford, Oregon. 

In this episode we talk about Jon's trip to Toms Offroad Rock and Roll event in Medford Oregon, Ford Bronco brake inspections and upgrades, Gen 6 lift kits, and Ford's battle for the UTV truck segment and 1960s Early Bronco marketing to buyers.

In this episode Jon and Donnie recall how they started the Broncast and compare the new generation Ford Bronco to a new Land Rover Defender. Apples to apples, not really, more like all American apple pie vs. grey poupon.  

Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/-fBE7IAp1ug

Are you in the market for a classic Early Ford Bronco? Before you buy, it’s crucial to know where these iconic 4x4s are most likely to have rust issues. In this video, we take a deep dive into all the common rust-prone areas of an Early Bronco, walking you through exactly what to look for when inspecting one. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or a first-time buyer, this video is packed with valuable tips to help you spot potential problem areas and avoid costly mistakes. Using a well-worn Bronco without an engine, transmission or interior as our example, we highlight the key areas where rust is typically found, including:

00:00 - Donnie bought a new Bronco

01:38 - Common Bronco hardtop rust areas

03:09 - Rust areas in engine bay and inner fenders

08:08 - Checking Door jambs, A-pillars, and B-pillars

09:48 - Early Bronco Floor pans and underbody

11:21 - Tailgate and rear quarter panels

15:08 - How much did Donnie pay for this Bronco?

From the top to the undercarriage, we provide a detailed walkthrough of how to identify hidden rust spots that could affect the structural integrity or resale value of your Early Bronco. Whether you’re restoring a classic or looking for a reliable trail rig, knowing these rust zones is critical to finding the right Bronco for your needs.

Jon & Donnie do a Gift exchange and have a special guest, Anthony Parigi, who tells a heart felt Bronco Story.  

In this episode Jon and Donnie have some good laughs about things they have done, and tried, to make their Broncos warmer when winter's cold air creeps inside... Everywhere!  They offer some good (and not so good) advice on things they have implemented to warm up a Ford Bronco.

Jon and Donnie have Special Guest Todd Zuercher, author of A History of Ford's Legendary 4x4 Bronco. We ask Todd about the early broncos he owns and some history of 4th and 5th generation full size Broncos from 1987-1991 and 1992-1996.  

Jon and Donnie get to interview Rochelle "Shelly" Bovee about competing in the 3X Rebelle Rally competition from California to Mexico.  She competes with her team mate and sister, Melissa, in their Dad's 1969 yellow Bronco.

This Ranger Bronco was on the podcast a few months ago when we talked about how the Ranger package was unique. In this episode, Jon and Donnie take the Ranger for a drive, but the Ranger doesn't want to run right. 

Steering linkage with new ball joints - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/76-77-ford-bronco-inverted-y-steering-linkage

Front suspension C bushings and Radius arm bushings - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/66-75-ford-bronco-4-degree-front-suspension-bushings

Front Disc Brake Conversion - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/66-75-ford-bronco-complete-front-disc-brake-conversion

Parking brakes - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/66-76-ford-bronco-parking-emergency-brake-levers

We interviewed and saw so many amazing Broncos at the Great Smoky Mountain Bronco Stampede. Check out some of our favorites!

Justin also arranges the Great Smoky Mountain Jeep invasion a week following this bronco show. They have over 20,000 jeeps at that show! Let’s beat that number next year for GSM!

Follow Jon and Donnie

Jon - https://www.instagram.com/nashvilleearlybronco/

Donnie - https://www.instagram.com/dreamweaverdonnie/

The BronCast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBronCast

Toms Offroad: www.tomsoffroad.com/

QUESTION - Have a question about the show? Drop it in the comments or email us at Questions@theBronCast.com

6th Generation Ford Bronco News:

https://fordauthority.com/2024/02/ford-bronco-severe-duty-steering-upgrade-kit-revealed/

https://fordauthority.com/2024/02/ford-maverick-bronco-evs-pushed-back-to-next-decade-report/

https://thebronconation.com/news/jmc-ford-bronco-closing-in-on-production-t.20206/

Join us at Super Celebration East 2024 where we get to drive a turquoise ’66 Ford Bronco. Donnie and Spencer also tour the show field, highlighting some of the full-size Broncos at the show!

In this episode Jon and Donnie share frustrations/wrench throwing and eventually begin taking you through the rest of the Ford Bronco generations after the first gen early Bronco. They cover design, development and interesting facts about the Gen 2 Bronco, also known as "second gen kin" of 1978 and 1979, when bigger Broncos meant better sales.   

What is the "have to have" for you? Jon and Donnie drove around in Jon's truck and answered a bunch of "This or that" questions.

Tom Broberg joins us to talk about what the Super Celebration is and how it got started.

Check out Bronco Driver Magazine: https://www.broncodriver.com/

In todays episode we have a special guest Jason from Jason and Jonie builds YouTube channel and we take a drive and give our opinions of a 76 bronco that was Just purchased for $48,000.

Jason and Jonie Builds YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JasonJonieBuilds

Jon and Donnie talk about more new Generation 6 Ford Bronco modifications from Super Celebration 2023.  We also have our favorite Gen 6 off road "You Tuber", the legendary Chase Gentry, telling us just how crazy tough the new bronco actually is, than you can even imagine!  No bull, just brass.  

In this Episode we are talking about Rebuilding the top end of the engine, and Father’s Day gift ideas.

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Jon’s Father’s Day Gift ideas:

1. Subscription to Bronco Driver Magazine: www.broncodriver.com
2. Tickets to Super Celebration: www.broncodriver.com
3. Shirt from Nashville Early Bronco: www.nashvilleearlybronco.com
4. Premium Seats from Toms Offroad: https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/66-77-ford-bronco-premium-walnut-seats
5. Big Brake Kit: (COMING SOON!)
6. Gas card and 6 pack of beer

Donnie’s Father’s Day Gift ideas:

1. Hutchinson Wheels: https://www.hutchinsoninc.com/rock-monster-wheels/
2. New Roll Cage
3. Shag Carpet
4. Houndstooth Seat
5. ARP Dress up kit: https://www.summitracing.com/parts/arp-554-9801
6. Bronco Tattoo

AFR Renegade SBF Heads: https://www.summitracing.com/parts/afr-1472

Enter for your chance to win a BOLD Axle back Exhaust Give-a-way: https://tinyurl.com/32f4b3f6

Jon and Donnie take 3 new Ford Bronco's for a test drive and talk about their list of Must Have Mods for the new Bronco.

Must Have Mod 1

Jon: Lift Kit and bigger tires - https://tomsoffroad.com/ford/suspension---6g-bronco

Donnie: Havoc offroad bumpers - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/ford-bronco-front-bumper-havoc-offroad-steel-bender

Must Have Mod 2

Jon: Light bar - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/kc-hilites-gravity-pro6-light-bar-kit-gen-6-ford-bronco

Donnie: Icon Stage 7 lift kit - https://www.iconvehicledynamics.com/accessory/18867/icon-accessories-21-23-bronco-non-sasquatch-3-4-lift-stage-7-suspension-system-tubular/

Must Have Mod 3

Jon: Putco clear view top - https://www.putco.com/product/element-sky-view-for-the-ford-bronco/581001/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAv8SsBhC7ARIsALIkVT1HDKutIotH5ZApek6c5j40X09eAXmk0pR8KNu9-ykU5_i0FfBKPcMaAut5EALw_wcB

Donnie: Bold exhaust - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/ford-bronco-performance-axle-back-exhaust-system

Must Have Mod 4

Jon: AMP Steps - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/gen-6-ford-bronco-amp-powersteps

Donnie: Rock slide engineering side steps - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/rock-slide-engineering-step-slider-rock-rails-ford-bronco-6-gen-BD-SS-300-BR4

Must Have Mod 5

Jon: Mod 5 - K&N Intake and Mishimoto intercooler - https://amzn.to/3PxeMym https://amzn.to/3P5H29C

Follow Jon and Donnie

Jon - https://www.instagram.com/nashvilleearlybronco/

Donnie - https://www.instagram.com/dreamweaverdonnie/

Thank you for watching another Episode of the Broncast. For any questions, email us at Questions@theBronCast.com

In this episode Jon and Donnie hang out with our youngest / full size Bronco buddies Carson Collie and Parker White.  We get their "Bronco Bios" and ask too many questions about what you probably need to do if you have are fixing up a full size Ford Bronco. 

On today's episode, Jon and Donnie review all the upcoming Ford Bronco events for 2024. They talk about what each event offers and what to expect, and which ones they have attended or plan to attend. 

In this episode Jon and Donnie talk about the new Great Smokey Mountain Bronco Stampeded with Justin Murray and also have a "full size - Bronco Bio" with Spencer Stinnett

In this episode Jon and Donnie get a great "Bronco Bio"from Keisha Lynn and her "Pink Bronco". We also answer a multi-part question(s) from a listener about "What are the first things I should do restoring a classic Bronco?" 

In this episode Jon and Donnie talk about rising full size Ford Bronco values, what you can get a "cheap" (Gen 2 through Gen 5, 1978 to 1996), and what you can get if you spend alot. We also want to share two middle tiers in between and discuss a few current sale ads Jon found on the internet. 

In this episode Jon and Donnie ask the "Incredible Freewheelin" Courtney Barber all about her 1978 Ford Bronco, the build and the trip, driving it from Folly Beach, SC to the Dempster Highway all the way to the Arctic Ocean. Buckle up! Cuz it's a great story. 

In episode 11 Jon and Donnie talk about Jon's "Super Fan" Clark, audience requests, a Gen6 Pro Runner, Slippery GOAT mode, checking your early Bronco for bad bolts, and the "early" Ford Bronco years from 1971 through 1977. 

Jon and Donnie finally do an episode on the little Ford Bronco II. They also recap the January Barrett Jackson, Scottsdale Arizona, auction's top Bronco sold. These sold at insane values and broke all of last year's records.

if you are considering buying the new Ford Bronco then you should listen to this podcast where Jon and Donnie will point you to the right model and what they are currently selling for used.  They also talk about all their experiences owning and driving new Broncos, telling the "Good and the Bad". The Ford Bronco is the winner over the Jeep in every way as a daily worker, family SUV, tried and tested trail rig and even on the race course as the current champion.  

In this episode Jon and Donnie share what they've been working on and new products to modify your 2021-2023 new Ford Bronco.  They pick their favorite sides steps, bumpers, lights, exterior kits, stripes, suspension, wheels, tires and some gadgets.

Jon and Donnie take a look at one of Donnie's projects and talk about what to look for in an old a rusty frame. Then, they go through the tools that every weekend mechanic should have in their garage.

**Tools**

Milwaukee Impact Driver - https://amzn.to/48W5z9y Neiko deep impact sockets - https://amzn.to/3tP8cvb

PROTO torque wrenches https://www.northerntool.com/categories/torque-wrenches?f=Brand%3AProto&ogmap=SEM%7CDSA%7CGOOG%7CSTND%7Cc%7CSITEWIDE%7C%7C%7C%7C%7C60795791%7C6175160111&utm_source=google_PPC&utm_medium=Dynamic+Search+Ads+Main&utm_campaign=Hand+Tools_DSA_Migration&utm_content=&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAq4KuBhA6EiwArMAw1ISVwG4lUIFG3iwlgMIJMXLRPEqkcRoe-qnpwgCIF1FCn9lCs8lCAxoCTPgQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

Pitman arm puller - https://amzn.to/3SoJpHJ

Harmonic balancer puller - https://amzn.to/49ely3g

Welding table - https://amzn.to/3weBHHv

Power Probe - https://amzn.to/490XD7c

Closed end ratcheting wrench sets - https://amzn.to/42rRCOx

Tap and Die set - https://amzn.to/3SWPqM4

SPI Dial Bore indicator - https://amzn.to/42E5oxN

Rob Matthews Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redcrackeroutdoors/

Follow Jon and Donnie

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Donnie - https://www.instagram.com/dreamweaverdonnie/

During the Bronco Super Celebration in Townsend TN, Donnie and Jon took a few Broncos out for drives through the Smokey Mountains. Donnie first took Rob Matthews Early bronco Patche' for a drive. Rob has fully restored this beautiful Bronco including making a custom roof rack.

In this week's episode Jon and Donnie list off and talk about all the Ford Broncos in Pop Culture past movies, TV series, and music videos.  How many of these have you seen?

1. Green Acres
2. Hawaii 5-0
3. Gone in 60 seconds
4. ET
5. Romancing the Stone
6. Twin Peaks
7. Terminator 2 Judgement Day
8. My Cousin Vinny
9. Dazed and Confused
10. “Breakaway” by ZZ Top
11. Speed
12. Bad Boys
13. Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas
14. Charlie’s Angles
15. Zoolander
16. Oceans Eleven
17. LOST
18. “Don’t Cha”  by The Pussycat Dolls and Busta Rhymes
19. Need For Speed
20. Straight Outta Compton
21. Kingsman: The Golden Circle
22. Top Gun: Maverick
23. CHASE
24. JOHN BRONCO

Ultimate Swag + $500 Gift Certificate giveaway! https://tomsoffroad.com/pages/uncategorized/ultimate-swag-bundle-giveaway/

Early access only link to the seat heater: https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/universal-seat-heater-kit

Jon and Donnie talk about everything you should know about the new Ford Bronco and revel in Bronco's domination over Jeep at KOH - King of The Hammers 

In this episode, Jon and Donnie discuss early Bronco steering geometry with practical tips and key insights.

• Excessive Movement in the Engine bay - With the tires on the ground, saw the steering wheel back and forth looking for excessive movement or play in the engine bay. Steering box, steering shaft.

• Excessive Movement under the Bronco - With the tires on the ground, saw the steering wheel back and forth looking for excessive movement or play. If you have a steering stabilizer, remove it for a more accurate check. Check from the passenger side to the driver side:

1. 1. Ball Joints
   2. Trac Bar
   3. Tie Rod ends
   4. Drag link
   5. Pitman arm
   6. Ball joints
2. Trac Bar play - On the ground, remove Trac Bar and show what happens when the Trac Bar bolt breaks free, or when the Trac Bar bushing goes bad. Saw the steering back and forth and watch the body move side to side over the axle.
   1. New mounting bolts - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/66-75-ford-bronco-grade-8-track-bar-mounting-bolts
3. Tie Rod and Drag Link parallel - With the Bronco in the air, talk about why it’s important to have the Tie Rod and Drag Link parallel. How to get them closer - 
   1. Drop Pitman arm - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/66-76-77-ford-bronco-drop-pitman-arm
   2. Trac Bar drop bracket - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/66-75-ford-bronco-track-bar-drop-bracket
   3. Trac Bar Riser
   4. Tie Rod Over vs. Under
4. Caster Angle - Talk through why Caster angle is important, have an alignment shop test your caster and give you the angle. Jon show his alignment sheet. How to fix caster:
   1. C Bushing 2 degrees - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/66-75-ford-bronco-2-degree-front-suspension-bushings
   2. C Bushing 4 degrees - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/66-75-ford-bronco-4-degree-front-suspension-bushings
   3. C Bushing 7 degrees - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/66-75-ford-bronco-7-degree-front-suspension-bushings
   4. Tow in 3 degrees, ¼”  
5. U-Bolts - Believe it or not, loose U-bolts in the back of your Bronco can cause steering problems on a Bronco. Tighten Ubolts to 60-100 ftlbs (don’t overtighten or you will egg shape the axle tube).
6. Spindle Lock nuts - 
   1. New spindle lock nuts - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/66-77-ford-bronco-dana-30-44-spindle-nut-kit
7. Tire Pressure - How to check tire pressure with chalk

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in this Episode Jon and Donnie talk about the notorious "Bronco Lean" on your Ford Bronco, how to fix it, what to do with a bent chassis, Jon's awesome chassis rebuilding for his new body, body bushings & body lifts and ARP fasteners.  

In this Episode we are talking about all things Full Sized Broncos. Well, not all things, but some things... Donnie recently purchased a 1979 Ford Bronco, 2nd Generation, so he talks through his plans with the truck. And Jon will be working on a 5th Generation Bronco on his YouTube channel.

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In this Episode Jon and Donnie talk about summer time accessories for your Ford Bronco, diagnosing engine issues, DIY, rebuilding or replacement engine options. 

We are at Tom's Rock and Roll event in Medford, Oregon. Follow along as we check out some of the Ford Bronco's we got to drive!

Matt's Garage YouTube channel:

https://www.youtube.com/@MattsGarage

Toms Offroad: www.tomsoffroad.com/

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My Bronco (Jon) has a Toms Offroad 2.5” lift with a 1” body lift. But, recently I added the Bilstein 5165 Dual reservoir shocks which made my suspension really soft. And I love it, but it made the Bronco so tippy around corners. Now with the sway bar I still get the soft ride, but the Bronco handles on road so much better. A 2.5” lift is going to fit on just about any Bronco and allow you to keep the stock length brake lines and driveshafts. Once you enter into 3.5” and above, you will have to change driveshaft length, because the tires are further away from the transfer case, and you will need to extend your brake lines, because they are now further from the frame especially when you are at full drop.

Suspension packages are doing two things, 1) Changing the look of your bronco (the stance) and 2) Changing the ability to handle terrain. Toms Offroad has suspension packages from 0” (stock height), 2.5”, 3.5”, and 5.5”. Just because you buy a 5.5” lift, doesn’t mean it will handle great offroad, it just means you changed the look of your Bronco and you can fit bigger tires under your Bronco. But in each of the lift kits, you have different options that allow for more articulation and better offroad manners.

Level 2 - changes shocks, springs, and leaf spring pack.

Level 3 - Everything with level 2, plus adds shock hoops to allow you to run 4 shocks up front, 2 on each side. This gives you a softer shock and means that your suspension will compress more offroad.

Lever 4 - Everything with level 2 and 3, plus adds an inboard shock hoop to the rear which allows you to move your shocks inside the frame to give you more articulation offroad.

Sway bar from Tom's Offroad: https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/66-77-ford-bronco-3-5.5-inch-lift-front-anti-sway-bar

Tom's Offroad Lift options: https://tomsoffroad.com/ford/66-77-bronco-suspension-kits

Jon and Donnie walk around Donnies $68,000 early Ford Bronco restoration. Donnie shared his budget with us a few episodes back, now we get to take a look at what he's been working on.

00:00 - Welcome 

01:00 - Exterior Overview

01:50 - Under The Hood

05:40 - Interior Overview

In this episode Jon and Donnie talk about the New Ford Bronco vs. the Toyota 4runner, the 1968 "Paw Paw Brown" club build at Georgia Broncos, and early Ford Bronco metal roof options.

From cleaning up engine bays to Early Bronco Tips and Tricks.

Spark plug wires - https://amzn.to/3IkLoXA

Hoses - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/66-77-ford-bronco-v8-silicone-radiator-hoses-clamp-kit

Valve covers - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/66-77-ford-bronco-script-black-v8-aluminum-valve-covers

Wire Loom - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/66-77-ford-bronco-painless-performance-powerbraid-wiring-loom

Air Cleaner - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/66-77-ford-bronco-12-inch-black-air-cleaner-for-hei-ignition

Exhaust manifolds (headers) - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/66-77-ford-bronco-289-302-v8-ceramic-shorty-headers

POR-15 - https://amzn.to/43d369a

Jon and Donnie get the REAL Ford Fest "experience" in the their broncos getting some real hang time in the air with their Broncos going off the big jump and the other kind of hang time with Vaughn Gitton Jr, other guests.   Jon and Matt put their engine builds to the test on the Chassis dyno and find out how much horsepower their Ford 302 engines really make.

In this episode Jon and Donnie talk about all the NEW parts we like from SEMA 2023 Las Vegas aftermarket industry show.  We even talk about one or two of the worst things we saw!

In this episode Jon and Donnie talk about the very rare Stroppe Baja package, flipping your Bronco (on a rotisserie), properly insuring your valuable Bronco, where to look for rust on an early Ford Bronco, and 1969-1970.

Jon and Donnie are looking back over the year, talking about their favorite moments of 2024 and plans for 2025.

In this episode Jon and Donnie answer random Ford Bronco Questions from his Bronco dad hat and a few off topic questions to boot.  Submit questions you would like us to answer in a future Random Questions From The Hat episode. 

Jon and Donnie share offroading 101 suggested upgrades for your Gen 1 and Gen 6 Ford Broncos and a few trail tips to consider your first time out. 

Parts Corner:

Bumper Lift: https://www.bumperlift.com/

Jon and Donnie talk through there Ford Bronco Restorations, where they are at, and what they have been working on.

What does wheeling look like in Alaska? What's your favorite tool on your 4200 mile trip? How many Bronco's have you had? Favorite upgrade you've done to your bronco? What's the craziest thing that happened on your trip from Alaska to Colorado?

Jon and Donnie get the real Toms OffRoad story from Tom Wimmer, and his son Walt, from Tom's first bronco and how he began the part time Ford Bronco parts business in his Dad's backyard to where they are today. This episode of the Broncast was recorded during the 2023 Gala event at their new amazing sales showroom and 70,000 square foot parts warehouse in Medford, Oregon.

Every Year Bronco Driver puts on the biggest Bronco event in the country, the Bronco Super Celebration, in Townsend Tennessee. This year had over 1,400 Broncos from stock Early Broncos to crazy lifted 6 Gen Broncos on 42's.

In this episode, it's not about a gift list suggested for you, but really all the parts Jon and Donnie want for our 4 Ford Bronco builds.  So start saving up or start us a go fund me (us) page.  Jon and I would like to thank you for an amazingly fun 2023 with the Broncast!

At the Great Smoky Mountain Bronco Stampede, Donnie found this modified 2024 Bronco Raptor and took it for a drive!

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In this episode Jon and Donnie talk about all the things they have done to make their Broncos drive better. They can actually be much better than 1966 if you just do a few things.

We recap Super Celebration East, share top Father’s Day gift ideas for Bronco dads, and highlight upcoming Bronco events.

Rear View mirror - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/66-77-f...

Windshield wiper arms - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/66-77-f...

Quiet tail gate hinges - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/66-77-f...

Reproduction Owners manuals - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/reprint...

Die casts Broncos - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/1966-fo...

Brass hammer - https://amzn.to/4aALcyY

Creeper (Rolly cart) - https://amzn.to/3XaYDmq

Power Probe - https://amzn.to/44UdQKp

For the episode we went to Toms Offroad Rock and Roll Event in Medford Oregon to talk to some Bronco people from the area.

Ryan is from Kendall Bronco club https://www.kendallbroncoclub.com/

Dave and Sandy are celebrating their 50th anniversary, and their Bronco has now traveled to all 50 states. Toms Offroad presented them with a check for $10,000 to celebrate all they had done for the Bronco community.

Jon and Donnie talk about the early Ford Bronco suspension, and some great upgrades Donnie has on his new Gen 6 Sasquatch like the amazing Stage 7 suspension lift kit, gas shocks, coil overs, bead lock rims by ICON Vehicle Dynamics, Mickey Thompson Baja 37" tires, and the Havoc Off Road bumpers and rock sliders.

Today we're talking about the things I wish I knew before starting a bronco restoration,  and also sharing what we spent on our Ford Bronco Restorations!

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In this episode we talk about the release of the new 6th Generation "Heritage" Ford Bronco models, wheels and tires on an Early Bronco, why wheel studs are important, and the Budd Broncos of 1966.

This Wildtrack Ford Bronco has 42" inch tires, with portals and a 3.5" Radflo lift. It was amazing to drive!

Jesse from Hellabad let me drive "Ratchet Barbie" his shop 6th Gen Fprd Bronco on 42" tires, a 3.5" lift, and portals. Jesse says the portals drop the tire 5 additional inches to fit the 42" tire.

Electric Soft Top https://www.bestop.com/etop/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA3ZC6BhBaEiwAeqfvyoHp0HomYlfb6Hq_BdSh9yqXwPQrdqBgd6wNXM3v5qtaAoUmp3BiuRoCTpwQAvD_BwE

Early Bronco Sway Bars https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/66-77-ford-bronco-3-5-5-inch-lift-front-anti-sway-bar/

Rear Dual Cup Holder https://amzn.to/3TqU0lC

Front Runner Roof Rack https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/ford-bronco-4-door-w-hard-top-2021-current-slimline-ii-roof-rack-kit-by-front-runner/

Under seat vent deflector https://amzn.to/3ZrZznE

ADS Suspension https://www.adsshocks.com/platform/ford/bronco/2021-2024/

Rear Seat Back cover https://amzn.to/3MOAgEw

Power Master Alternator (may not be the right model) https://amzn.to/41b4cTE

TOMS OFFROAD 10% off Site Wide https://tomsoffroad.com/

PSC Steering Kit https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/psc-x-toms-offroad-steering-gear-ram-assist/

Toms Big Brake Kit https://youtu.be/lef5dKtXDuE?si=mJiUklxS9tN_Al2J

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Jon tells us his favorite bronco pick from Donnie's SEMA video and we have two special guest interviews from SEMA 2024 to share!

FULL SEMA VIDEO HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DY3ZJkE3wjo&t=247s

Special guests: Matt Hardy from Tom's Off Road, Mariah Ornelas from Hella Bad Broncos and the pinkest bronco ever @Keisha_Lynn and their Early Bronco stories from Bronco Super Celebration 2023.  

Jon and Donnie talk about two recent record setting high dollar early Ford Bronco sales, first day engine maintenance/checklist and the differences between the U-13, U-14 and U-15 early Bronco models.

In this episode Jon and Donnie compare their lists of WORST upgrades for all generation Broncos and narrow it down to the Top 10 worst upgrades.  We also find out what the 10 best selling upgrades are for an early Bronco. 

In this episode Jon and Donnie answer questions about serpentine belt drive conversions, twin stick transfer cases, "stroker" engines and automatic transmission upgrades.

Recorded from the Super Celebration 2023 in Townsend TN, Jon and Donnie find out if they are smarter than a fourth grader and hear two great stories from Art Walker and Carson Collie and their first Ford Broncos. Art bought his new 1970 from the dealer and still owns it today.