Feb 14, 2003 at 8:40 PM
Just purchased a 86 Bronco XTL that is still primerd. Just so happens a 745LI decided to sideswipe my bronco a good 5 days after i purchased it. The Engine is ok..needs new radiator and frame is bent a little (getting all that fixed). Now I have the option of getting a new hood/front bumper. I was also looking at the STC
Convertible tops. Im prob working with about a $2000 budget here. Im currently ok with the 33 BFG tires on it and i believe it has a decent lift on it.
Could any of you recommend a good aftermarket bumper. Also i checked out some hoods for the bronco and it seems that the OEM Hood would be 490.00 while a Aftermarket hood is 150.00. Is the quality that big of a difference? I was also thinking of going with a dual H-pipe exhaust system out the back. Would this hurt the performance since its a 302 EFI ford engine? Im not familiar with FORDS that much as im coming from owning a 67 Camaro SS/RS 327ci.. which i put a lot of time in, but now im down for a fun off-road vehicle so thats why i went bronco. Power is something to be asked for though as my camaro had a lot more torque.. but half the fun is building up the beast.
So could I get some ideas on what to do with my bronco, some good mods?
Also does anyone know a good mechanic for broncos that know how to do off roading enhancements in the San Fernando Valley, CA area? Namely near Woodland Hills area? Thanks for your time.
Kyle
Convertible tops. Im prob working with about a $2000 budget here. Im currently ok with the 33 BFG tires on it and i believe it has a decent lift on it.
Could any of you recommend a good aftermarket bumper. Also i checked out some hoods for the bronco and it seems that the OEM Hood would be 490.00 while a Aftermarket hood is 150.00. Is the quality that big of a difference? I was also thinking of going with a dual H-pipe exhaust system out the back. Would this hurt the performance since its a 302 EFI ford engine? Im not familiar with FORDS that much as im coming from owning a 67 Camaro SS/RS 327ci.. which i put a lot of time in, but now im down for a fun off-road vehicle so thats why i went bronco. Power is something to be asked for though as my camaro had a lot more torque.. but half the fun is building up the beast.
So could I get some ideas on what to do with my bronco, some good mods?
Also does anyone know a good mechanic for broncos that know how to do off roading enhancements in the San Fernando Valley, CA area? Namely near Woodland Hills area? Thanks for your time.
Kyle