TGMotorWiring.JPG
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Tailgate Motor Wiring '92-95 (other years similar)
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The 2 Purple...

Circuit93.jpg
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Tailgate Window Circuits
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The dash switch shown is '87-96 style...

Tailgate Window Circuit.jpg
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Window Motor Circuit from http://www.fordfuelinjection.com/
Note that the internal circuitry for the...

TGCircuit.JPG
11369 hits | 31.42 KB | Posted: 3/15/09
The Bronco tailgate window circuit is a common (Ford) polarity-reversing circuit with 2 switches. E...

TGSwitch2.JPG
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Tailgate Switch Wiring Colors

These wires are not intended to be removed from the switches, and the...

SwitchGut.jpg
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Tailgate Key Switches
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These switches are not removable or repa...

DashSw92-96.JPG
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'92-96 Dash Switch F2TZ-14529-A & Motorcraft SW7071 costs ~$25~65 if you can find it.
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SwitchTesting.jpg
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Dash Switch Testing
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This is a new cheap copy, and it works.

S...

Wiring.JPG
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'78-96 Bronco Tailgate Wiring Installation
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1 - Switch and Hous...

WiringB.jpg
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'92-96 Bronco Tailgate Wire Harness Routing
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1 - Wiring Assembl...

Switch89C274.jpg
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Pinout for '87-96 Dash Switch CONNECTOR (harness side) for Tailgate Window
(Looking into the switch,...

Switches87-91.jpg
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'87-91 Tailgate Switches
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See also:
[url=https://www.supermo...

Defrost92-96.jpg
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Defroster Circuit '92-96
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See also:
[url=https://www.supermo...

Tailgate Defrost Circuit.jpg
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Defrost Circuit '92-96

'87-91 similar

http://fordfuelinjection.com/

RWdoBadGrid.JPG
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SOLD '80-96 Bronco Tailgate Glass (w/o defrost E0TZ9842006B, w/defrost F2TZ9842006A)

Defrost grid i...

Tailgate Defrost Circuit Early.jpg
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Defrost Circuit '78-86

http://fordfuelinjection.com/

TGWiring96.JPG
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Note that there is no connector near the ground wire, which is forward of the L taillight. C418 is ...

C418.JPG
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This is all the wiring for the tailgate, except the ground for the defrost grid. This connector is ...

Conn89B2b.jpg
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Tailgate Connector '87-91
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See also:
[url=https://www.superm...

ConnectorsCmpr.jpg
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Tailgate Connector Comparison
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See also:
[url=https://www.su...

Center Gone.JPG
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To access the motor connector, push out these 2 retainers and pull the connector where you can see i...

Glass.JPG
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The L latch must be fully closed to defeat the safety interlock switch so the motor will run, so if ...

MotorConns.jpg
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Window Motor Terminals
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After scratching the wire colors into t...

Terminals Tinned.jpg
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Tinned Terminals
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The corrosion on these was bad enough to sand...

TGconnLoc.jpg
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'92-96 Bronco Tailgate Connector Location
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See also:
[url=h...

tailgate-window-circuit-aux.JPG
6759 hits | 43.25 KB | Posted: 11/15/06
Auxilliary t/g window switch circuit for '78-86 Broncos. This design is fairly simple, but requires...

CircuitMods.JPG
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Tailgate Window Circuit Modifications
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'92-96 shown; '87-91 sim...

HarnessLoad.jpg
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Loaded '92-96 Bronco Tailgate Harness
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Many worthwhile improvem...

SwitchRewire1.JPG
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Dash Switch Rewire
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When installing relays in the t/g to unl...

LatchIndicator.JPG
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Bronco Tailgate Safety Latch Light

[url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/71412][img]https...

LatchLighu.JPG
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Tailgate Latch Light indicates that the latch is not fully closed when attempting to operate t/g win...

Wthrblt5.JPG
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These aftermarket belts fit perfectly, and my original end seals are still in useable condition.

Th...

TGpins96XL.JPG
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'94-96 Tailgate w/o Carpet

Unused carpet holes plugged with pushpins, indicating all '94-96 tailgat...

CarpetPin.JPG
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Pushpins (14 required)
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Tailgate carpet uses the same pushpins ...

Carpet.jpg
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Tailgate Carpet ('94-96 only)
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These t/g carpet pushpins have c...

CarpetCut.jpg
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Tailgate Carpet Cutouts
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Most reproduction carpets are not c...

TGCarpet93Mocha.JPG
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SOLD Mocha Tailgate Carpet

Pushpins included

TGCarpetBlue.JPG
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SOLD Bronco Tailgate Carpet

'94 Royal Blue fits '78-96 tailgates. Some mounting pushpins include...

TailgateCarpetMocha.JPG
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SOLD Tailgate Carpet NEEDS CLEANING

Ships as 5 lbs 62x21x3". I could roll it to try to reduce th...

Tailgate O.JPG
12863 hits | 87.28 KB | Posted: 11/28/04
If the motor spins but won't move the glass (F2TZ9842006A), just push it down all the way, and you c...

Cutaway.jpg
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Tailgate Window Mechanisms
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The outside weatherbelt that wipes ...

End Seal.JPG
13374 hits | 116.55 KB | Posted: 7/7/03
If you only need to change the weatherbelts, or if the glass (F2TZ9842006A) needs to come out, remov...

Weatherbelt.JPG
12770 hits | 96.51 KB | Posted: 7/7/03
AFTER removing the screw at each end, use a screwdriver to gently pry the OUTER weatherbelt up just ...

TGWthrBltOut.JPG
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SOLD Tailgate Outer Weatherbelts (D8TZ9841610A)

These are the belts that wipe the outside of the re...

Wthrblt2.JPG
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These aftermarket weatherbelts are shipped as a pair (as they should be) and are virtually identical...

Wthrblt4.JPG
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I apply dry (Teflon) lube to the flocked surfaces that touch the glass, and silicone spray to the ot...

Wthrblt3.JPG
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Perfect matches. The outer belt (D8TZ9841610A, E8TZ9841610A, F20207) is longer than the inner (F6TZ...

Weatherbelts.JPG
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This outer weatherbelt has begun to dry rot, and is already leaking water into the unpainted interio...

Tailgate I.JPG
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The wetness on the moisture barrier shows that the weatherbelts are dry-rotted & should be replaced ...

Wthrblt1.JPG
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One of several signs that the t/g weatherbelts are ruined is rain coming out of the access panel and...

TGshield.JPG
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The factory drip shield is just painted paper with duct tape along the bottom (which has never made ...

TGshiele.JPG
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This is a factory water shedder. It's taped along the bottom (the t/g is upside-down), and has a ta...

TGshielf.JPG
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The inner face of the water shedder is painted black so it doesn't absorb water QUITE as fast as if ...

Tailgate.JPG
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This can be done with the tailgate open or closed. After removing the inside access panel, remove t...

Glass Up.JPG
12007 hits | 72.74 KB | Posted: 11/28/04
If the motor runs but doesn't move the glass (w/o defrost E0TZ9842006B, w/defrost F2TZ9842006A), pus...

WaterShield83.jpg
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Tailgate Watershield
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The factory painted-paper shield is ineff...

Inside L.JPG
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This is the optimum location for the glass since you have access to all the fasteners to remove the ...

Inside R.JPG
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The nuts for the glass track (red pointers) are under this fixed support, but the bolts for the regu...

NutsR.JPG
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The R nuts are covered by the structure, so a ratcheting boxend is the easiest tool to get at them. ...

56TGcrunchy.JPG
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Probably the most-common damage to a Bronco t/g: backing into a stationary object. Trees just don't...

TableGlass.JPG
5382 hits | 112.13 KB | Posted: 8/14/11
Most people are paranoid about breaking the glass (w/o defrost E0TZ9842006B, w/defrost F2TZ9842006A)...

Mechanism.JPG
10593 hits | 82.01 KB | Posted: 7/7/03
The 3 black bolts hold the center latch mechanism (remote control) and are used to align it so the h...

Inside C.JPG
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If the glass is clear of the shell, but you can't open the t/g, remove the inside access panel & pul...

Center Bolts.JPG
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Mark the bolt locations for reference, even if you plan to move the center mechanism later.

Mechanism In.JPG
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View from the driver's side

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Mechanism Side.JPG
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View from the passenger side

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RodClips.jpg
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To release the rods, push the hook end of the plastic clip off the rod so the plastic pivots in the ...

CenterMech.JPG
9481 hits | 51.45 KB | Posted: 5/17/07
Center mechanism front & back. Ford calls it the "remote control".

The rubber grommet fo...

Center Mechanism.JPG
9538 hits | 54.24 KB | Posted: 11/28/04
The center mechanism (remote control)

Center Mech.JPG
8774 hits | 64.91 KB | Posted: 11/28/04
The white plastic rod clips indicate the direction of each rod. Top of tailgate is top of photo. L...

Center Interlock.JPG
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The numbers show the sequence of events for PROPER operation of the inside latch handle. 5 & 6 shou...

Center Bent.JPG
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This is why the inside handle doesn't sit flat. If someone pulls the handle before the glass is ful...

RemBent.JPG
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I've never found a used tailgate whose remote was NOT bent, but this is among the worst.

[url=https...

RemoteBent.jpg
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Remote Repair
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After removing the removable springs, clamp t...

RemRpr1.jpg
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Remote Repair
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The top row is before (BENT); the bottom row is ...

Center Straight.JPG
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Fortunately, with the mechanism out, it's easy to straighten the bent lever. Spray it with WD-40 or...

Latch & Switch.JPG
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This is the safety interlock switch [url=http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0011DY1S2/]Motorcraft SW5163[/url...

Mechanism Inside.JPG
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The rod running to the Left (down) is the interlock rod that detects the glass being fully down. It...

LatchSwitchView.jpg
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White Interior
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Regardless of the external color, the t/g in...

InterptSw.jpg
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Safety Interlock Switch
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Contrary to popular belief, this switc...

LatchSwCont.jpg
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Interrupt Switch Testing
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When the plunger is released (latc...

Latches7882.jpg
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'78-82 Bronco Tailgate Latches
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Latches8396.jpg
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'83-96 Bronco Tailgate Latches
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Mechanism All.JPG
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This shows the interlock switch Motorcraft SW5163 (p...

LatchClean.jpg
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Tailgate (or Door) Latch Cleaning
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Latches that have not bee...

LatchRestore.jpg
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Latch Restoration
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Nearly identical to the original coating.

Latch Closed.JPG
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To operate the motor with the tailgate open, simply close the driver's latch. Be SURE to open it be...

Latch Rods Adj Bend92 e.jpg
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Latch Operating Rod Adjustment
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To take up the slack so that...

Regulator Remove.JPG
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With the regulator arms in this position (note the socket on the bolt in the regulator gear hole), a...

Regulator Out.JPG
7163 hits | 68.47 KB | Posted: 11/29/04
The regulator fits out the driver's side. On earlier Broncos, there is a brace here that must be re...

RegMotor.JPG
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These motor screws aren't very tight in the threads, so I'm threadlocking them in. Since this motor...

TGRegulator.JPG
9504 hits | 60.58 KB | Posted: 5/17/07
'78-96 Bronco Tailgate Window Regulator front & back
(early regulator arms may have round swivels in...

RegulatorTGSpring.jpg
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Regulator Spring
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To clean the regulator, use vise-grips to ...

Regulator Import.jpg
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New Tailgate Regulator
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They're all garbage. Simply clean th...

Motor Bolts.JPG
8746 hits | 41.51 KB | Posted: 11/29/04
To access the motor, remove these 3 bolts (5/16" or 8mm 6-point head w/integral washer; 12-24x5...

Wire Unclipped.JPG
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To get enough slack in the wire to pull the motor out & work on it, remove the clip from the bottom ...

Sliding.JPG
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When the glass (F2TZ9842006A) can be moved by hand, it usually means the motor's drive bushings have...

Motor Open.JPG
9277 hits | 54.99 KB | Posted: 11/29/04
If the window doesn't move while the motor is turning, it's likely that the bushings inside the moto...

Window Motor Gear.jpg
10190 hits | 48.91 KB | Posted: 11/29/04
This is the repair kit (DOAZ-62234A24-B $27.37 List; $20.53 in 2004), but you can also use 1/4"...

Motor Apart.JPG
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The pointers show what's left of the rubber insulators, which probably degraded faster due to the ex...

Motor97.JPG
4383 hits | 88.47 KB | Posted: 8/14/11
There are several stock motors that will fit & work, and this might be the fastest one I've found. ...

Regulator.JPG
8618 hits | 58.74 KB | Posted: 11/29/04
The motor drive's shaft aligns thru the hole in the top of the regulator. If the large gear is poppi...

Tracks Graphite.jpg
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Regulator Channels
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Grease collects grime, causing wear & bindi...

Template.JPG
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Bronco Tailgate Emergency Access Templates

These allow 4 holes to be drilled in the tailgate inner ...

Swingaway Brace.JPG
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Before removing the regluator, remove the tire carrier's strike brace (if equipped).

[url=https://w...

Strike Bracket.JPG
7939 hits | 67.45 KB | Posted: 11/29/04
Later Broncos (~'90-96) have 3 bolts holding the strike to the bracket. Before that, there were onl...

Tailgate Trim 86EFI.jpg
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SOLD Tailgate trim panel for 84-86 EFI Bronco

For a writeup on installation & alignment, read thi...

TGTrimRed.JPG
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SOLD '87-91 Bronco Tailgate Trim Panel with red reflector & all mounting hardware fits all '78-96 Br...

Trim Panel.JPG
8493 hits | 80.72 KB | Posted: 11/29/04
The trim panel can be removed after the access panel if the glass is rolled up out of the way. No o...

TGTrim95.JPG
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SOLD Tailgate Trim Panel from '95 Bronco (F2TZ-98425A34-A)

Fits '78-96; includes all original faste...

TG96.JPG
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SOLD '83-96 Bronco Tailgate from '96 Black EB, with '92-96 trim panel (F2TZ-98425A34-A)

Inside latc...

TrimPanels.jpg
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'87-96 Tailgate Trim Panels
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No torque spec is given for these f...

TrimHoleLayout.jpg
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'87-96 Trim Panel Hole Layout
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Double-check against your trim p...

TailgateLockParts.JPG
9820 hits | 38.01 KB | Posted: 7/7/06
Lock Cylinder for '78-96 Bronco tailgate
https://www.npdlink.com/product/lock-cylinder-and-keys-tai...

TGswHairpin.jpg
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This can be used as a pattern to bend a replacement clip from an appropriate wire, like the spring f...

LockCylNew.jpg
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New Lock Cylinder
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This repro is virtually perfect.

Switch C.JPG
8664 hits | 56.71 KB | Posted: 11/29/04
The tailgate key switch is 2 weather-resistant SPDT micro switches riveted into a bracket, and opera...

Switch Down.JPG
8723 hits | 47.95 KB | Posted: 11/29/04
When the key is rotated CW, the paddle presses the lower switch. The silver hairpin clip retains th...

Switch Up.JPG
7813 hits | 62.88 KB | Posted: 11/29/04
When the key is rotated CCW, the paddle presses the upper switch. Note the arrangement of parts on ...

Switch Off.jpg
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By removing ONLY the silver clip, the switch assembly can be removed from the lock cylinder.

I usua...

SwingawayPadOE.jpg
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Swingaway Pad
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This pad is used to protect the tailgate pain...

Pad.JPG
6044 hits | 60.08 KB | Posted: 5/17/07
This pad is used to protect the tailgate paint from the rubber bumper on the bottom of the swingaway...

SwingawayPad.jpg
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Swingaway Bump Pad
IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it.

Rather than drilling holes in a replacement...

Clip Remove.JPG
6374 hits | 62.56 KB | Posted: 11/29/04
To remove these clips (which are used on the frame also), push the pin in the center all the way thr...

Clip.JPG
5942 hits | 99.79 KB | Posted: 11/29/04
With the center pin out, the clip compresses, and can be pulled out of its hole.

[url=https://www.s...

Tailgate cables.JPG
6502 hits | 59.56 KB | Posted: 11/29/04
Early cable screws are #3 or #4 phillips; later ones are T-50. New cables are available from most p...

Torsion7882.jpg
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Torsion Bar '78-82
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Loop [url=https://www.clipsandfasteners.com...

Torsion8396.jpg
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Torsion Bar '83-96
IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it.

1 - Tailgate Panel Inside Cover 43221
2...

TGTorqueRodBrkt.JPG
5756 hits | 58.28 KB | Posted: 9/12/07
The infamous torsion bar bracket. It cups up, so if it's allowed to collect dirt & rain, it rusts o...

TorsnRodAcc.JPG
3569 hits | 77.93 KB | Posted: 1/24/12
With the R hinge fully back, the torsion bar will BARELY fit out. Raising the hinge, or raising the...

TGTorqueRodRemv.JPG
6797 hits | 60.75 KB | Posted: 9/12/07
Torsion Bar Removal & Installation

The tailgate must be misaligned or removed to get the torsion ba...

TGplates.JPG
206 hits | 75.67 KB | Posted: 2/18/24
Tailgate Reinforcement Plates
IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it.

StrikeNut93BEB.jpg
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Strike Nut
IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it.

Like the door strike bolts, the tailgate strikes...

Latch Difference.jpg
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Latch & Strike Comparison
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This is why '78-82 tailgate shell...

TGLatch78-82.JPG
6795 hits | 22.23 KB | Posted: 9/5/08
'78-82 tailgate latches are significantly different from '83-96. Because they mount differently in ...

StrikeBolt 78Bronco.jpg
7531 hits | 56.08 KB | Posted: 11/29/04
'78-82 Broncos used this type of strike bolt, and a different latch from '83-96. They are not inter...

StrikeBolt832.JPG
5059 hits | 70.46 KB | Posted: 6/13/09
This is an '83-96 tailgate strike bolt installed in the hole for a '78-82 type using a large angle-i...

Strike1.jpg
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Strike Bolt Position
IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it.

After the t/g is aligned on its hinges...

TGSections.JPG
9124 hits | 30.26 KB | Posted: 7/29/07
'83-96 Bronco Tailgate in cross-sectional views

'78-82 is only different in the latches & interloc...

Xploded.JPG
6252 hits | 85.77 KB | Posted: 5/9/13
Exploded Tailgate
IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it.

[url=https://www.supermotors.net/vehicles/re...

Gordon.jpg
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Gordon tailgate shells are made in Taiwan, and I think they're the only company making them right no...

Prepped.jpg
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New Tailgate Shell Prep
IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it.

New shells (which all come from the sa...

TGnew01.JPG
2712 hits | 128 KB | Posted: 4/21/14
The previous owner rear-ended this '96 XLT Sport, and installed a replacement t/g with a trim panel....

TGnew02.JPG
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Any automotive undercoating will significantly reduce the chances of tailgate (or door) rust, and I'...

Align.JPG
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Tailgate Alignment
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As soon as the t/g shell is installed on...

Maness5.jpg
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Tailgate shell replacement with new...
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Bronco Tailgate Replace...

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Tailgate Assembly
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This aftermarket shell was prepped, paint...

TGnew03.JPG
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To perfectly center the swingaway strike bolt holes, first install the brace to the t/g, with this u...

TGnew04.JPG
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Reverse the dimples with the drill bit tip and they should be perfectly aligned with the bracket ins...

StrikeBoltLocs.jpg
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Swingaway Strike Brace & Bolts
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When replacing the t/g shell...

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The bottom hinge bolts commonly rust, seize, cross-thread, and break. If this happens, use a good bo...

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Grind the broken bolt flat & flush with the nut plate on both sides, center punch it, and drill 5/16...

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Use a file to carefully remove the remaining bolt until only its thread is left. Using a rough file...

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Chase the nut plate with a 3/8"-16 tap so the bolt goes in easily, then apply anti-seize lube (...

Tailgate Latch 83-96.jpg
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'83-96 Bronco Tailgate Latches

ERRORS: there are several 6s & 7s...

1 - Tailgate Latch Remote Cont...

Torque Rod.JPG
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Before unbolting the tailgate from its hinges, first relieve the torque rod by bracing it against th...

Tailgate Latches.jpg
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'78-82 Latches

The torsion bar retainer (430A32) in View C is available from Dennis Carpenter as [u...

TailgateLatches.jpg
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Latches

1 Tailgate Latch Remote Control D8TZ-9843170-B (JBG [url=https://shop.broncograveyard.com/1...

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SOLD Tailgate Hinges

Fit '78-96
Normal wear

For a writeup on installation & alignment, read t...

TGBedWeatherstrip.JPG
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Tailgate Threshhold Seal '78-96

Note that the body style shown is '78-79 (taillight & strike mounti...

TgTracks.jpg
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The internal glass runs commonly dry-rot and break a...

Run.jpg
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Tailgate Glass Runs
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The steel frames have been sandblasted ...

Threshold.jpg
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Tailgate Threshold Installation
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The 56928-S55 screws are phill...

TGThreshhold.JPG
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SOLD Bronco Tailgate Threshhold

TGThreshold.jpg
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Bronco Tailgate Weatherstrip & Threshold
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BedWeatherstrip.JPG
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Tailgate-to-Bed Weatherstrip
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TGThreshholdBk.JPG
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SOLD Bronco Tailgate Threshhold from '92-96 fits '78-96

Lube Hinge Latch.jpg
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Lubrication
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Like all the other hinges & latches, the t/g sh...

Tailgate Torsion 8396.jpg
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Hinges, Torque Rod, & '83-96 Strikes. The strike bolt is the only thing in this diagram specific to...

Tailgate Torsion 7882.jpg
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78-82 Strikes & Torque Rod. The strike bolt, cable bolts, & support are the only things in this dia...

StrikeGap1.JPG
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The tailgate gap should be the same at the top as at the bottom. If it's too wide at the top, the b...

StrikeGap2.JPG
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The best way to bend the bedwalls inward is with a large ratchet strap hooked into the body crossmem...

TGdentPull.jpg
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Undentation

The best way to remove any dent is to apply force in exactly the opposite direction tha...

92s.JPG
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Some tailgates split here on the R side at the top due to the stress applied by the outside tire car...

TGSwitch1.JPG
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Tailgate Window Switch

The switch is actually 2 SPDT microswitches which aren't designed to be se...

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Tailgate Switch Paddle

When the tailgate lock cylinder is turned, this paddle arm swings around &...

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Tailgate Switch Paddle

When the key is removed from the tailgate lock cylinder, the paddle is in ...

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Tailgate Safety Switch

Y/R is NC to Pu/LG
Br/Bk (Tn/Bk) is NC to Pu/LB
When a switch is depressed b...

TGSwitch.JPG
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SOLD Bronco Tailgate Switch from '94 fits '78-96

For a writeup on installation & alignment, read ...

TGharness89.jpg
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SOLD Bronco Tailgate Wiring Harness, non-defrost, early 3-blade connector
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TGHarness90.JPG
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SOLD Bronco Tailgate Wiring Harness from '90 fits '80-91

[url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/...

TGHarness95.jpg
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Tailgate Wiring Harness from a '95 Bronco with defrost.

[url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/m...

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SOLD Tailgate Harness fits '78~86 with or w/o defrost.

[url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/me...

TGHarness95.jpg
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Tailgate Wiring Harness from '95 Bronco with defrost

[url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/medi...

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SOLD Tailgate Access Panel (D8TZ9840704A) fits '78-96 Bronco tailgates. No rust, dents, wear, or wa...

TGAccess.JPG
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SOLD Tailgate Access Panel (D8TZ9840704A)

The white mess is just paper that got dissolved by rain.
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AccessPanels.JPG
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SOLD Tailgate Access Panels (D8TZ9840704A) for '78-96 Broncos (white)

For a writeup on installation...

TG90.JPG
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SOLD '83-96 Bronco Tailgate from '90 EB

Motor needs bushings. Inside latch handle doesn't lie fl...

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SOLD Tailgate from '90 EB Bronco

I had to remove the trim panel & sheet one side in cardboard to ge...

TG96Crated.JPG
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96 Tailgate Crated

Crating materials cost ~$50 in 2007.

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SOLD Red Tailgate Shell E8TZ-9840700-A
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[url=https://www.superm...

TailgateBurg.jpg
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SOLD Burgundy Bronco EB Tailgate Sep.21
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This is now stripped to...

TailgatesBurgMrn.jpg
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Junkyard reddish tailgate shells E8TZ-9840700-A
SOLD both.
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Act...

TG95RedBent.JPG
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SOLD Red '95 Bronco EB Tailgate
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This is now stripped to an empt...

TGSkin90Bk.JPG
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SOLD Empty Bronco Tailgate Shell & Access Panel fits '83-96 Broncos. There are a few other small ch...

TGTrimB88.JPG
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SOLD '87-96 Bronco Tailgate Trim Panel w/o trim strip

Black strip (only) w/oval & fasteners F2TZ-98...

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SOLD Rear Bumper Filler for '80-96 Bronco with step bumper & NO body lift

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TGFillerB.JPG
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SOLD Filler between Bronco tailgate & bumper for stock body height. All original fasteners included...

TGWiring.JPG
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'78-96 Bronco Tailgate Wiring

1 - Switch and Housing Assembly (Includes 14086 Wiring) - 14046
2- La...