“Old Desert Goat”1986 Ford Bronco

Day one vs. today

Drag to compare 2003 against 2007.

2003 2007

Photo history

1,028 photos across 5 years — drag the dot to travel through this vehicle’s life. Captions are the owner’s; where there isn’t one, the AI caption fills in.

2003

132 photos added — showing 8

My first wheelin trip! Look at dem 28s! :) Owner OOOHHH! Look at that flex! lol Owner no top Owner snow Owner more snow Owner :) Owner This Ford Bronco appears to be from the early 1980s, not 1986, as it navigates a rough off-road path. AI caption tight turn Owner

2004

166 photos added — showing 8

Here you can see I notched the frame and installed two sections of 3x4x1/4" steel tube to extend my frame by 4" Owner front view Owner I purchased a 40" of 5x5 angle iron. the frame rails on the truck are 40" from outer to outer frame rail. Owner I made the hangers out of two pieces of the 3x4. I cut the pieces to 5" with a cutting wheel, drilled it with out to 5/8ths, cut the bottom… Owner Here's a front view Owner Welded to the frame, Gussetted for lateral support, D rings for winch/chain anchors Owner front view Owner F350's are in short supply in my wrecking yards and when found the yards think they are made of gold. The hangers are parts for a 1990 F350… Owner

2005

334 photos added — showing 8

This black Ford Bronco appears to be undergoing modifications, with its front end partially disassembled. AI caption This lifted 1986 Ford Bronco features a black body with a white roof and prominent off-road tires. AI caption here it is finished with exception of some mandatory Ford Blue Owner High lift is maxed out and tire is barely off the ground Owner This 1986 Ford Bronco is shown with a lifted suspension and a roof rack, ready for off-road adventures. AI caption This lifted Ford Bronco shows a grille design consistent with the early 1980s model years. AI caption Close-up of a vehicle's undercarriage, focusing on the suspension and tire. AI caption A close-up view of the underside of a vehicle, revealing its fuel tank and suspension system. AI caption

2006

280 photos added — showing 8

This is after I cleaned all the dirt and wire wheeled it. Owner Coated with rust bullet. one small can did two coats on my floorbards. Owner Then I spread in some bedliner stuff. Owner Close-up of a vehicle's interior floor, showing areas of rust and recent black paint application. AI caption A floor mat inside a vehicle reads 'NORM'S TRUCK' and 'BAD? NO PROBLEM.', suggesting a repair or modification. AI caption Interior of a blue truck, possibly from the 1980s, showing seat covers and a floor mat. AI caption The interior of a pickup truck bed and cab is shown, filled with various items and equipment. AI caption Jake's XJ. He made easy work of alot of stuff that alot bigger equiped rigs had trouble with. Owner

2007

115 photos added — showing 8

Radiator assembly with dual electric fans, wires connected, and visible mounting brackets. AI caption A radiator assembly with dual electric fans is shown on a concrete floor, with an angle grinder and power cord visible. AI caption Radiator assembly with dual electric fans, hoses, and wiring visible. Part of an electric fan install. AI caption Ford Bronco front end undergoing modification, with a second truck visible in the background. AI caption Engine bay components, including radiator and fan, are shown in this close-up view. AI caption This heavily modified Ford Bronco features a lifted suspension and oversized tires, parked outside a suburban home. AI caption This heavily modified SUV, likely from the 1980s, has had its front end stripped and features oversized off-road tires. AI caption This 1986 Ford Bronco features a custom front bumper and winch, with a white SUV visible in the background. AI caption

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