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From 1983 Ford Bronco “That dirty old truck” — documented by Steve83.

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1983 Ford Bronco - Tailgate Motor Wiring '92-95 (other years similar) IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. The 2 Purple wires & Bk/Wh between C205 (firewall)… 1983 Ford Bronco - Tailgate Window Circuits IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. The dash switch shown is '87-96 style. '78-86 have only 1 black wire, which s… 1983 Ford Bronco - Window Motor Circuit from http://www.fordfuelinjection.com/ Note that the internal circuitry for the master switch is specific to '78-86 Br… 1983 Ford Bronco - The Bronco tailgate window circuit is a common (Ford) polarity-reversing circuit with 2 switches. Each switch has its own power feed; the d… 1983 Ford Bronco - Tailgate Switch Wiring Colors These wires are not intended to be removed from the switches, and the switches are not intended to be removed… 1983 Ford Bronco - Tailgate Key Switches IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. These switches are not removable or repairable. This one was broken. See also: [… 1983 Ford Bronco - '92-96 Dash Switch F2TZ-14529-A & Motorcraft SW7071 costs ~$25~65 if you can find it. IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. Imported knock-o… 1983 Ford Bronco - Dash Switch Testing IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. This is a new cheap copy, and it works. See also: [url=https://www.supermotors.net… 1983 Ford Bronco - '78-96 Bronco Tailgate Wiring Installation IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. 1 - Switch and Housing Assembly (Includes 14086 Wiring) - 1… 1983 Ford Bronco - '92-96 Bronco Tailgate Wire Harness Routing IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. 1 - Wiring Assembly (Standard Production) 13A409 2 - Locat… 1983 Ford Bronco - Pinout for '87-96 Dash Switch CONNECTOR (harness side) for Tailgate Window (Looking into the switch, the pins would be reversed.) IF THE IM… 1983 Ford Bronco - '87-91 Tailgate Switches IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. . See also: [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/1174802] https://… 1983 Ford Bronco - Defroster Circuit '92-96 IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. . See also: [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/692844] https://w… 1983 Ford Bronco - Defrost Circuit '92-96 '87-91 similar http://fordfuelinjection.com/ 1983 Ford Bronco - SOLD '80-96 Bronco Tailgate Glass (w/o defrost E0TZ9842006B, w/defrost F2TZ9842006A) Defrost grid is damaged in at least 8 places, so this… 1983 Ford Bronco - Defrost Circuit '78-86 http://fordfuelinjection.com/ 1983 Ford Bronco - Note that there is no connector near the ground wire, which is forward of the L taillight. C418 is located inboard of the L frame rail betw… 1983 Ford Bronco - This is all the wiring for the tailgate, except the ground for the defrost grid. This connector is located inboard of the L frame rail betw… 1983 Ford Bronco - Tailgate Connector '87-91 IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. . See also: [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/692844] https://… 1983 Ford Bronco - Tailgate Connector Comparison IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. . See also: [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/692844] http… 1983 Ford Bronco - To access the motor connector, push out these 2 retainers and pull the connector where you can see it. If you're only changing the motor dr… 1983 Ford Bronco - The L latch must be fully closed to defeat the safety interlock switch so the motor will run, so if neither switch works, try hitting the L… 1983 Ford Bronco - Window Motor Terminals IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. After scratching the wire colors into the plastic shell, release the terminals… 1983 Ford Bronco - Tinned Terminals IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. The corrosion on these was bad enough to sandblast them, then dip them in a crucible… 1983 Ford Bronco - '92-96 Bronco Tailgate Connector Location IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. See also: [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/69… 1983 Ford Bronco - Auxilliary t/g window switch circuit for '78-86 Broncos. This design is fairly simple, but requires long splice wires (due to the factory r… 1983 Ford Bronco - Tailgate Window Circuit Modifications IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. '92-96 shown; '87-91 similar; NONE OF THESE control switch impro… 1983 Ford Bronco - Loaded '92-96 Bronco Tailgate Harness IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. Many worthwhile improvements can be easily integrated into the t… 1983 Ford Bronco - Dash Switch Rewire IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. When installing relays in the t/g to unload the switches, the dash switch must be r… 1983 Ford Bronco - Bronco Tailgate Safety Latch Light [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/71412] https://www.supermotors.net/getfile/71412/thumbna… 1983 Ford Bronco - Tailgate Latch Light indicates that the latch is not fully closed when attempting to operate t/g window motor. IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, c… 1983 Ford Bronco - These aftermarket belts fit perfectly, and my original end seals are still in useable condition. The red light is my own modification to in… 1983 Ford Bronco - '94-96 Tailgate w/o Carpet Unused carpet holes plugged with pushpins, indicating all '94-96 tailgates have carpet holes. [url=https://www.s… 1983 Ford Bronco - Pushpins (14 required) IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. Tailgate carpet uses the same pushpins as camper trim. 1983 Ford Bronco - Tailgate Carpet ('94-96 only) IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. These t/g carpet pushpins have coarser fins than the originals for the c… 1983 Ford Bronco - Tailgate Carpet Cutouts IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. Most reproduction carpets are not cut for the handle, lack holes for the pushp… 1983 Ford Bronco - SOLD Mocha Tailgate Carpet Pushpins included 1983 Ford Bronco - SOLD Bronco Tailgate Carpet '94 Royal Blue fits '78-96 tailgates. Some mounting pushpins included. Actual dimensions: 5 lbs 61x20x2" 1983 Ford Bronco - SOLD Tailgate Carpet NEEDS CLEANING Ships as 5 lbs 62x21x3". I could roll it to try to reduce the shipping cost, but I don't recommend it.… 1983 Ford Bronco - If the motor spins but won't move the glass (F2TZ9842006A), just push it down all the way, and you can open the tailgate. Never try to open… 1983 Ford Bronco - Tailgate Window Mechanisms IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. The outside weatherbelt that wipes the glass (w/o defrost E0TZ9842006B, w/d… 1983 Ford Bronco - If you only need to change the weatherbelts, or if the glass (F2TZ9842006A) needs to come out, remove the screw from each end seal and rota… 1983 Ford Bronco - AFTER removing the screw at each end, use a screwdriver to gently pry the OUTER weatherbelt up just enough to pop the cllps loose. I've pul… 1983 Ford Bronco - SOLD Tailgate Outer Weatherbelts (D8TZ9841610A) These are the belts that wipe the outside of the rear glass on '78-96 Bronco tailgates. The… 1983 Ford Bronco - These aftermarket weatherbelts are shipped as a pair (as they should be) and are virtually identical to the originals, including holes & in… 1983 Ford Bronco - I apply dry (Teflon) lube to the flocked surfaces that touch the glass, and silicone spray to the other rubber surfaces. The dry lube preve… 1983 Ford Bronco - Perfect matches. The outer belt (D8TZ9841610A, E8TZ9841610A, F20207) is longer than the inner (F6TZ9842072AA, F2028 ). Pair: KF2027, W0116-… 1983 Ford Bronco - This outer weatherbelt has begun to dry rot, and is already leaking water into the unpainted interior of the tailgate. The dirt it brings w… 1983 Ford Bronco - The wetness on the moisture barrier shows that the weatherbelts are dry-rotted & should be replaced before they scratch the heater grid or… 1983 Ford Bronco - One of several signs that the t/g weatherbelts are ruined is rain coming out of the access panel and soaking the rear carpet. This can be d… 1983 Ford Bronco - The factory drip shield is just painted paper with duct tape along the bottom (which has never made sense to me), and it's almost useless.… 1983 Ford Bronco - This is a factory water shedder. It's taped along the bottom (the t/g is upside-down), and has a tacky adhesive along the top and across th… 1983 Ford Bronco - The inner face of the water shedder is painted black so it doesn't absorb water QUITE as fast as if it was bare. I've never understood why… 1983 Ford Bronco - This can be done with the tailgate open or closed. After removing the inside access panel, remove the vapor barrier. This one had 2, but it… 1983 Ford Bronco - If the motor runs but doesn't move the glass (w/o defrost E0TZ9842006B, w/defrost F2TZ9842006A), push the glass up for access. The glass is… 1983 Ford Bronco - Tailgate Watershield IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. The factory painted-paper shield is ineffective & installed wrong. This one actua… 1983 Ford Bronco - This is the optimum location for the glass since you have access to all the fasteners to remove the regulator in this position. The other s… 1983 Ford Bronco - The nuts for the glass track (red pointers) are under this fixed support, but the bolts for the regulator (green pointers) will be accessib… 1983 Ford Bronco - The R nuts are covered by the structure, so a ratcheting boxend is the easiest tool to get at them. Alternatively, this hole could be enlar… 1983 Ford Bronco - Probably the most-common damage to a Bronco t/g: backing into a stationary object. Trees just don't move fast enough to get out of my way.… 1983 Ford Bronco - Most people are paranoid about breaking the glass (w/o defrost E0TZ9842006B, w/defrost F2TZ9842006A) if it's fully extended with the t/g do… 1983 Ford Bronco - The 3 black bolts hold the center latch mechanism (remote control) and are used to align it so the handle lies flat, and the latches open a… 1983 Ford Bronco - If the glass is clear of the shell, but you can't open the t/g, remove the inside access panel & pull the 2 rods inward (the L rod is obscu… 1983 Ford Bronco - Mark the bolt locations for reference, even if you plan to move the center mechanism later. 1983 Ford Bronco - View from the driver's side [url=https://www.supermotors.net/vehicles/registry/media/546453] https://www.supermotors.net/getfile/546453/thu… 1983 Ford Bronco - View from the passenger side [url=https://www.supermotors.net/vehicles/registry/media/546453] https://www.supermotors.net/getfile/546453/th… 1983 Ford Bronco - To release the rods, push the hook end of the plastic clip off the rod so the plastic pivots in the rod hole, then pull the rod down out of… 1983 Ford Bronco - Center mechanism front & back. Ford calls it the "remote control". The rubber grommet for the handle operating rod is slid onto t… 1983 Ford Bronco - The center mechanism (remote control) 1983 Ford Bronco - The white plastic rod clips indicate the direction of each rod. Top of tailgate is top of photo. Left of photo is passenger (right) side of… 1983 Ford Bronco - The numbers show the sequence of events for PROPER operation of the inside latch handle. 5 & 6 should be simultaneous, and the long rods ca… 1983 Ford Bronco - This is why the inside handle doesn't sit flat. If someone pulls the handle before the glass is fully down (disengaging the interlock), the… 1983 Ford Bronco - I've never found a used tailgate whose remote was NOT bent, but this is among the worst. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/11… 1983 Ford Bronco - Remote Repair IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. After removing the removable springs, clamp the remote's center rivet between sockets in… 1983 Ford Bronco - Remote Repair IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. The top row is before (BENT); the bottom row is the same views after the lever has been… 1983 Ford Bronco - Fortunately, with the mechanism out, it's easy to straighten the bent lever. Spray it with WD-40 or flowable grease before re-installing it… 1983 Ford Bronco - This is the safety interlock switch Motorcraft SW5163 (possibly also Standard SLS66 ) on the driver's latch that prevents the motor from op… 1983 Ford Bronco - The rod running to the Left (down) is the interlock rod that detects the glass being fully down. It is supported by a clip similar to the o… 1983 Ford Bronco - White Interior IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. Regardless of the external color, the t/g interior should always be white so it's easy… 1983 Ford Bronco - Safety Interlock Switch IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. Contrary to popular belief, this switch virtually NEVER fails, and a glance in… 1983 Ford Bronco - Interrupt Switch Testing IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. When the plunger is released (latch closed), the circuit should be closed (0… 1983 Ford Bronco - '78-82 Bronco Tailgate Latches IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. . 1983 Ford Bronco - '83-96 Bronco Tailgate Latches IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. . 1983 Ford Bronco - This shows the interlock switch Motorcraft SW5163 (possibly also Standard SLS66 ) installed in its early location on the center mechanism O… 1983 Ford Bronco - Tailgate (or Door) Latch Cleaning IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. Latches that have not been properly maintained may need deep cleanin… 1983 Ford Bronco - Latch Restoration IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. Nearly identical to the original coating. 1983 Ford Bronco - To operate the motor with the tailgate open, simply close the driver's latch. Be SURE to open it before you attempt to close the tailgate o… 1983 Ford Bronco - Latch Operating Rod Adjustment IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. To take up the slack so that the latches open as soon as the handle is… 1983 Ford Bronco - With the regulator arms in this position (note the socket on the bolt in the regulator gear hole), all the mounting bolts can be accessed &… 1983 Ford Bronco - The regulator fits out the driver's side. On earlier Broncos, there is a brace here that must be removed. It has 1 phillips screw at the bo… 1983 Ford Bronco - These motor screws aren't very tight in the threads, so I'm threadlocking them in. Since this motor is so new & works so well, I doubt the… 1983 Ford Bronco - '78-96 Bronco Tailgate Window Regulator front & back (early regulator arms may have round swivels instead of square) Motor wires are 35&quo… 1983 Ford Bronco - Regulator Spring IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. To clean the regulator, use vise-grips to unload & remove the spring. 1983 Ford Bronco - New Tailgate Regulator IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. They're all garbage. Simply clean the original regulators because they virtuall… 1983 Ford Bronco - To access the motor, remove these 3 bolts (5/16" or 8mm 6-point head w/integral washer; 12-24x5/8"). If the glass has already bee… 1983 Ford Bronco - To get enough slack in the wire to pull the motor out & work on it, remove the clip from the bottom of the tailgate. Remember to reinstall… 1983 Ford Bronco - When the glass (F2TZ9842006A) can be moved by hand, it usually means the motor's drive bushings have degraded to powder or mush. In this pa… 1983 Ford Bronco - If the window doesn't move while the motor is turning, it's likely that the bushings inside the motor gear have disintegrated. To change or… 1983 Ford Bronco - This is the repair kit (DOAZ-62234A24-B $27.37 List; $20.53 in 2004), but you can also use 1/4" fuel hose with thin plastic tubing ins… 1983 Ford Bronco - The pointers show what's left of the rubber insulators, which probably degraded faster due to the excessive grease inside the gear. As the… 1983 Ford Bronco - There are several stock motors that will fit & work, and this might be the fastest one I've found. I have no idea what it came out of, thou… 1983 Ford Bronco - The motor drive's shaft aligns thru the hole in the top of the regulator. If the large gear is popping off the motor gear, bend the small t… 1983 Ford Bronco - Regulator Channels IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. Grease collects grime, causing wear & binding. Either keep the channels & slides cl… 1983 Ford Bronco - Bronco Tailgate Emergency Access Templates These allow 4 holes to be drilled in the tailgate inner skin for access to the glass channel nut… 1983 Ford Bronco - Before removing the regluator, remove the tire carrier's strike brace (if equipped). [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/101833… 1983 Ford Bronco - Later Broncos (~'90-96) have 3 bolts holding the strike to the bracket. Before that, there were only 2. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/re… 1983 Ford Bronco - SOLD Tailgate trim panel for 84-86 EFI Bronco For a writeup on installation & alignment, read this: http://www.fourdoorbronco.com/board/sho… 1983 Ford Bronco - SOLD '87-91 Bronco Tailgate Trim Panel with red reflector & all mounting hardware fits all '78-96 Broncos. For a writeup on installation &… 1983 Ford Bronco - The trim panel can be removed after the access panel if the glass is rolled up out of the way. No other disassembly is needed. On '78-86, r… 1983 Ford Bronco - SOLD Tailgate Trim Panel from '95 Bronco (F2TZ-98425A34-A) Fits '78-96; includes all original fasteners. Blue oval has been replaced, those… 1983 Ford Bronco - SOLD '83-96 Bronco Tailgate from '96 Black EB, with '92-96 trim panel (F2TZ-98425A34-A) Inside latch handle doesn't lie flat. Trim panel sm… 1983 Ford Bronco - '87-96 Tailgate Trim Panels IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. No torque spec is given for these fasteners, so 1-2 lb-ft should be enough… 1983 Ford Bronco - '87-96 Trim Panel Hole Layout IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. Double-check against your trim panel's fastener locations before drillin… 1983 Ford Bronco - Lock Cylinder for '78-96 Bronco tailgate https://www.npdlink.com/product/lock-cylinder-and-keys-tailgate/207568/80870 The parts are shown i… 1983 Ford Bronco - This can be used as a pattern to bend a replacement clip from an appropriate wire, like the spring for a C-cell battery. just be sure to se… 1983 Ford Bronco - New Lock Cylinder IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. This repro is virtually perfect. 1983 Ford Bronco - The tailgate key switch is 2 weather-resistant SPDT micro switches riveted into a bracket, and operated by a paddle attached to the lock cy… 1983 Ford Bronco - When the key is rotated CW, the paddle presses the lower switch. The silver hairpin clip retains the switch assembly on the lock cylinder.… 1983 Ford Bronco - When the key is rotated CCW, the paddle presses the upper switch. Note the arrangement of parts on top of the switch bracket: E-ring, space… 1983 Ford Bronco - By removing ONLY the silver clip, the switch assembly can be removed from the lock cylinder. I usually keep spare lock cylinders, so if you… 1983 Ford Bronco - Swingaway Pad IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. This pad is used to protect the tailgate paint from the rubber bumper on the bottom of t… 1983 Ford Bronco - This pad is used to protect the tailgate paint from the rubber bumper on the bottom of the swingaway tire carrier. The pad is adhesive, and… 1983 Ford Bronco - Swingaway Bump Pad IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. Rather than drilling holes in a replacement tailgate to keep the original pad in-pl… 1983 Ford Bronco - To remove these clips (which are used on the frame also), push the pin in the center all the way through. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/… 1983 Ford Bronco - With the center pin out, the clip compresses, and can be pulled out of its hole. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/vehicles/registry/media/1… 1983 Ford Bronco - Early cable screws are #3 or #4 phillips; later ones are T-50. New cables are available from most parts stores for ~$13ea. I may have some… 1983 Ford Bronco - Torsion Bar '78-82 IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. Loop [url=https://www.clipsandfasteners.com/Hex-Head-Sems-Body-Bolt-with-Dog-Point-… 1983 Ford Bronco - Torsion Bar '83-96 IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. 1 - Tailgate Panel Inside Cover 43221 2 - Luggage Compartment Door/Tailgate Hinge T… 1983 Ford Bronco - The infamous torsion bar bracket. It cups up, so if it's allowed to collect dirt & rain, it rusts out. Then, when the t/g is lowered, the t… 1983 Ford Bronco - With the R hinge fully back, the torsion bar will BARELY fit out. Raising the hinge, or raising the t/g on the lower hinge, would help. The… 1983 Ford Bronco - Torsion Bar Removal & Installation The tailgate must be misaligned or removed to get the torsion bar in or out. The foam sleeve also has to… 1983 Ford Bronco - Tailgate Reinforcement Plates IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. 1983 Ford Bronco - Strike Nut IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. Like the door strike bolts, the tailgate strikes use a captive nut in the body that's easy… 1983 Ford Bronco - Latch & Strike Comparison IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. This is why '78-82 tailgate shells are not interchangeable with '83-96s. 1983 Ford Bronco - '78-82 tailgate latches are significantly different from '83-96. Because they mount differently in the tailgate, neither the latches nor th… 1983 Ford Bronco - '78-82 Broncos used this type of strike bolt, and a different latch from '83-96. They are not interchangeable. [url=https://www.supermotors… 1983 Ford Bronco - This is an '83-96 tailgate strike bolt installed in the hole for a '78-82 type using a large angle-iron nut plate (not visible inside). Alt… 1983 Ford Bronco - Strike Bolt Position IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. After the t/g is aligned on its hinges to the body, the strike bolts must be alig… 1983 Ford Bronco - '83-96 Bronco Tailgate in cross-sectional views '78-82 is only different in the latches & interlock switch takeout, which comes off the mot… 1983 Ford Bronco - Exploded Tailgate IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/vehicles/registry/media/546453] https://www.supermo… 1983 Ford Bronco - Gordon tailgate shells are made in Taiwan, and I think they're the only company making them right now, regardless of the seller. IF THE IMA… 1983 Ford Bronco - New Tailgate Shell Prep IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. New shells (which all come from the same Taiwanese factory, so don't pay more… 1983 Ford Bronco - The previous owner rear-ended this '96 XLT Sport, and installed a replacement t/g with a trim panel. The new owner wants it to look right (… 1983 Ford Bronco - Any automotive undercoating will significantly reduce the chances of tailgate (or door) rust, and I'm putting it on heavy while this t/g is… 1983 Ford Bronco - Tailgate Alignment IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. As soon as the t/g shell is installed on the hinges, and before any internal compon… 1983 Ford Bronco - Tailgate shell replacement with new... IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. Bronco Tailgate Replacement & Alignment If you plan to do this,… 1983 Ford Bronco - Tailgate Assembly IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. This aftermarket shell was prepped, painted, installed, & assembled on this '94 Bron… 1983 Ford Bronco - To perfectly center the swingaway strike bolt holes, first install the brace to the t/g, with this upper area centered over the welded & pu… 1983 Ford Bronco - Reverse the dimples with the drill bit tip and they should be perfectly aligned with the bracket inside. A stepped bit will do less damage… 1983 Ford Bronco - Swingaway Strike Brace & Bolts IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. When replacing the t/g shell, it's best to use the strike bracket to po… 1983 Ford Bronco - The bottom hinge bolts commonly rust, seize, cross-thread, and break. If this happens, use a good bolt as a drift to hammer the nut plate i… 1983 Ford Bronco - Grind the broken bolt flat & flush with the nut plate on both sides, center punch it, and drill 5/16". 1983 Ford Bronco - Use a file to carefully remove the remaining bolt until only its thread is left. Using a rough file with high pressure should pull the bolt… 1983 Ford Bronco - Chase the nut plate with a 3/8"-16 tap so the bolt goes in easily, then apply anti-seize lube (or blue threadlocker) during assembly.… 1983 Ford Bronco - '83-96 Bronco Tailgate Latches ERRORS: there are several 6s & 7s... 1 - Tailgate Latch Remote Control D8TZ-9843170-B (JBG [url=https://shop… 1983 Ford Bronco - Before unbolting the tailgate from its hinges, first relieve the torque rod by bracing it against the tailgate & removing its guide loop fr… 1983 Ford Bronco - '78-82 Latches The torsion bar retainer (430A32) in View C is available from Dennis Carpenter as [url=https://www.dennis-carpenter.com/en/t… 1983 Ford Bronco - Latches 1 Tailgate Latch Remote Control D8TZ-9843170-B (JBG [url=https://shop.broncograveyard.com/1980-1996-Ford-Bronco-Tailgate-Handle-Rel… 1983 Ford Bronco - SOLD Tailgate Hinges Fit '78-96 Normal wear For a writeup on installation & alignment, read this: http://www.fourdoorbronco.com/board/showt… 1983 Ford Bronco - Tailgate Threshhold Seal '78-96 Note that the body style shown is '78-79 (taillight & strike mounting) and the actual threshhold is NOT sho… 1983 Ford Bronco - The internal glass runs commonly dry-rot and break apart, allowing the glass (w/o defrost E0TZ9842006B, w/defrost F2TZ9842006A) to rattle a… 1983 Ford Bronco - Tailgate Glass Runs IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. The steel frames have been sandblasted & galvanized. New runs should be installed… 1983 Ford Bronco - Tailgate Threshold Installation IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. The 56928-S55 screws are phillips head with large integral washer ~1/4… 1983 Ford Bronco - SOLD Bronco Tailgate Threshhold 1983 Ford Bronco - Bronco Tailgate Weatherstrip & Threshold IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. 1983 Ford Bronco - Tailgate-to-Bed Weatherstrip IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. . 1983 Ford Bronco - SOLD Bronco Tailgate Threshhold from '92-96 fits '78-96 1983 Ford Bronco - Lubrication IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. Like all the other hinges & latches, the t/g should be lubed periodically with a flowable… 1983 Ford Bronco - Hinges, Torque Rod, & '83-96 Strikes. The strike bolt is the only thing in this diagram specific to '83-96. Everything else applies to '78-… 1983 Ford Bronco - 78-82 Strikes & Torque Rod. The strike bolt, cable bolts, & support are the only things in this diagram specific to '78-82. The support mig… 1983 Ford Bronco - The tailgate gap should be the same at the top as at the bottom. If it's too wide at the top, the bedrails need to be bent inward. 1983 Ford Bronco - The best way to bend the bedwalls inward is with a large ratchet strap hooked into the body crossmember at the bottom rear of each quarter… 1983 Ford Bronco - Undentation The best way to remove any dent is to apply force in exactly the opposite direction that caused the dent. Since I backed the sp… 1983 Ford Bronco - Some tailgates split here on the R side at the top due to the stress applied by the outside tire carrier. The small tab at the end cracks,… 1983 Ford Bronco - Tailgate Window Switch The switch is actually 2 SPDT microswitches which aren't designed to be separated from the harness. They're riveted… 1983 Ford Bronco - Tailgate Switch Paddle When the tailgate lock cylinder is turned, this paddle arm swings around & presses the appropriate switch button. 1983 Ford Bronco - Tailgate Switch Paddle When the key is removed from the tailgate lock cylinder, the paddle is in the center. 1983 Ford Bronco - Tailgate Safety Switch Y/R is NC to Pu/LG Br/Bk (Tn/Bk) is NC to Pu/LB When a switch is depressed by the key lever, the it opens from the P… 1983 Ford Bronco - SOLD Bronco Tailgate Switch from '94 fits '78-96 For a writeup on installation & alignment, read this: http://www.fourdoorbronco.com/board/… 1983 Ford Bronco - SOLD Bronco Tailgate Wiring Harness, non-defrost, early 3-blade connector IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. All the terminals have been… 1983 Ford Bronco - SOLD Bronco Tailgate Wiring Harness from '90 fits '80-91 [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/930203] https://www.supermotors.ne… 1983 Ford Bronco - Tailgate Wiring Harness from a '95 Bronco with defrost. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/930203] https://www.supermotors.net… 1983 Ford Bronco - SOLD Tailgate Harness fits '78~86 with or w/o defrost. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/930203] https://www.supermotors.net/… 1983 Ford Bronco - Tailgate Wiring Harness from '95 Bronco with defrost [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/930203] https://www.supermotors.net/ge… 1983 Ford Bronco - SOLD Tailgate Access Panel (D8TZ9840704A) fits '78-96 Bronco tailgates. No rust, dents, wear, or warping. Factory dark green paint (~'95?).… 1983 Ford Bronco - SOLD Tailgate Access Panel (D8TZ9840704A) The white mess is just paper that got dissolved by rain. In 2020, I can't find a supplier of this… 1983 Ford Bronco - SOLD Tailgate Access Panels (D8TZ9840704A) for '78-96 Broncos (white) For a writeup on installation & alignment, read [url=http://www.fourd… 1983 Ford Bronco - SOLD '83-96 Bronco Tailgate from '90 EB Motor needs bushings. Inside latch handle doesn't lie flat. Trim panel stripe & blue oval missing.… 1983 Ford Bronco - SOLD Tailgate from '90 EB Bronco I had to remove the trim panel & sheet one side in cardboard to get it under the 150 lb weight limit. That… 1983 Ford Bronco - 96 Tailgate Crated Crating materials cost ~$50 in 2007. 1983 Ford Bronco - SOLD Red Tailgate Shell E8TZ-9840700-A IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/1168084] https:… 1983 Ford Bronco - SOLD Burgundy Bronco EB Tailgate Sep.21 IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. This is now stripped to an empty shell. Crating materials cost… 1983 Ford Bronco - Junkyard reddish tailgate shells E8TZ-9840700-A SOLD both. IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. Actual dimensions: 71 lbs. 67x24x7" Ap… 1983 Ford Bronco - SOLD Red '95 Bronco EB Tailgate IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. This is now stripped to an empty shell. The bottom left corner has a d… 1983 Ford Bronco - SOLD Empty Bronco Tailgate Shell & Access Panel fits '83-96 Broncos. There are a few other small chips & blemishes not shown, but they're m… 1983 Ford Bronco - SOLD '87-96 Bronco Tailgate Trim Panel w/o trim strip Black strip (only) w/oval & fasteners F2TZ-98425A34-BKP ~$175 sh tax 1983 Ford Bronco - SOLD Rear Bumper Filler for '80-96 Bronco with step bumper & NO body lift [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/922798] https://w… 1983 Ford Bronco - SOLD Filler between Bronco tailgate & bumper for stock body height. All original fasteners included. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/regis… 1983 Ford Bronco - '78-96 Bronco Tailgate Wiring 1 - Switch and Housing Assembly (Includes 14086 Wiring) - 14046 2- Latch Assembly - 43170 3 - Ground ring ter…