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From 1996 Ford Bronco “96BXLTS” — documented by EmSport.

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1996 Ford Bronco - On the way to be checked out, it stalled. It had symptoms of being flooded, but didn't blow black smoke or stink of fuel. This chart shows,… 1996 Ford Bronco - [url=https://www.gorhino.com/part-search/3315mb]GoRhino 3315MB StepGuard is not installed per the directions. 1996 Ford Bronco - The t/g-to-body gap is much wider at the top on this side, suggesting the bedwall is slightly bent outward. 1996 Ford Bronco - The Left bedwall is bent outboard slightly, causing the t/g gap to taper. Adjust LHR c-pillar angle $120 [url=https://www.supermotors.net/r… 1996 Ford Bronco - The camper glass run is dry-rotting, but still usable. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/634478] https://www.supermotors.net/… 1996 Ford Bronco - It is possible to add a Ford roof rack, even though it was never offered from the factory on Broncos. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/regi… 1996 Ford Bronco - This Ford Bronco appears to be from the early to mid-1990s, not a 1996 model. 1996 Ford Bronco - The bedliner doesn't seem to be there to hide any body damage or problems. Everything seems reasonably straight & aligned. Supply & install… 1996 Ford Bronco - The driver's upper hinge pin has been replaced, but it's still very sloppy. To prevent further damage to the strike bolt sleeve, I pushed t… 1996 Ford Bronco - Antenna is missing. Factory used black antenna w/sleeve $20 [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/75986] https://www.supermotors.… 1996 Ford Bronco - [url=https://www.gorhino.com/part-search/3315mb]GoRhino 3315MB StepGuard is not installed per the directions. 1996 Ford Bronco - The bright side of the Right LED barely comes on. It needs to be replaced. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/1161136] https:/… 1996 Ford Bronco - Scuff on front bumper. 1996 Ford Bronco - The [url=https://www.gorhino.com/part-search/3315mb]GoRhino 3315MB StepGuard attachments to the bumper are unfortunate. Several bolts are d… 1996 Ford Bronco - The [url=https://www.gorhino.com/part-search/3315mb]GoRhino 3315MB StepGuard attachments to the bumper are unfortunate. Several bolts are d… 1996 Ford Bronco - The [url=https://www.gorhino.com/part-search/3315mb]GoRhino 3315MB StepGuard attachments to the bumper are unfortunate. Several bolts are d… 1996 Ford Bronco - The [url=https://www.gorhino.com/part-search/3315mb]GoRhino 3315MB StepGuard attachments to the bumper are unfortunate. Several bolts are d… 1996 Ford Bronco - The [url=https://www.gorhino.com/part-search/3315mb]GoRhino 3315MB StepGuard attachments to the bumper are unfortunate. Several bolts are d… 1996 Ford Bronco - The [url=https://www.gorhino.com/part-search/3315mb]GoRhino 3315MB StepGuard attachments to the bumper are unfortunate. Several bolts are d… 1996 Ford Bronco - Vehicle Certification (VC) label - VIN edited. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/72354] https://www.supermotors.net/getfile/7… 1996 Ford Bronco - Tire warning label 1996 Ford Bronco - Engine calibration label [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/858380] https://www.supermotors.net/getfile/858380/thumbnail/veci.… 1996 Ford Bronco - The rear bumper is slightly dented, but could be straightened. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/1159305] https://www.supermo… 1996 Ford Bronco - The dent in the rear bumper hasn't caused a substantial bend. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/922798] https://www.supermoto… 1996 Ford Bronco - The tailgate has the typical dent from the swingaway, so all the holes must have been filled before the bedliner was applied. [url=https://… 1996 Ford Bronco - 10 of the swingaway nuts are filled; 1 has a broken bolt that would need to be extracted. 1996 Ford Bronco - Several of the lug nuts' caps are damaged. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/1161302] https://www.supermotors.net/getfile/116… 1996 Ford Bronco - Load range C is pretty light for a fullsize truck, so it's probably good that it doesn't have a hitch receiver. [url=https://www.supermotor… 1996 Ford Bronco - All 4 of these MasterCraft Courser MX/T tires was made the 27th week of 2016, so they're a little more than halfway through their useable l… 1996 Ford Bronco - The engine bay of a black vehicle is shown with the hood open, revealing the engine components. 1996 Ford Bronco - Vehicle Emissions Controls Information (VECI) label [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/858380] https://www.supermotors.net/get… 1996 Ford Bronco - Jacking instructions label [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/831119] https://www.supermotors.net/getfile/831119/thumbnail/jac… 1996 Ford Bronco - Spark Plug Wire routing label [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/470416] https://www.supermotors.net/getfile/470416/thumbnail/… 1996 Ford Bronco - SuperStart 65ECO made June, 2020 (about a month ago) w/650CCA [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/830812] https://www.supermoto… 1996 Ford Bronco - The battery tests good (above its specification), as it should at only 1 month old, even for a cheap battery brand. [url=https://www.superm… 1996 Ford Bronco - Battery terminals are garbage, and COULD be the cause of the stall. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/2742/69178-4] https://www.sup… 1996 Ford Bronco - These terminals are garbage, and probably contributed to the stall. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/2742/69178-4] https://www.sup… 1996 Ford Bronco - I installed these temporarily to see how they fit & work. I'll solder a set on later. $50 DONE [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/27… 1996 Ford Bronco - 95Amp 3G alternator [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/1079023] https://www.supermotors.net/getfile/1079023/thumbnail/3gs.jpg… 1996 Ford Bronco - LED headlight bulbs' fans are exposed & dirty [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/1161253] https://www.supermotors.net/getfile/… 1996 Ford Bronco - Hood lamp bulb is missing [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/82482] https://www.supermotors.net/getfile/82482/thumbnail/hoodti… 1996 Ford Bronco - I've never seen a DPFE hose twisted this way, but it doesn't look kinked. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/826382] https://w… 1996 Ford Bronco - Close-up of the engine bay in a 1996 Ford Bronco, highlighting the spark plug wires and distributor. 1996 Ford Bronco - Engine code label is too dirty to read; almost too much to see. After rinsing the dirt off, the printing is gone. 1996 Ford Bronco - The PA is another remnant of the dealer RKE system that was partially removed. Remove abandoned wiring & repair damage: $60/hr clock time 1996 Ford Bronco - This FIPK (hot-air intake) is not installed correctly, and seems to be leaking dust into the engine. The ACT is missing. [url=https://www.s… 1996 Ford Bronco - '95 5.0L MAF identification F5UF-12B579-BA (same as '96 5.8L) built 1995 Oct (J) 28th. The venturi was cast in '95. [url=https://www.superm… 1996 Ford Bronco - This is the type of box that belongs here. I put its ACT onto this truck, and washed the box later. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/regist… 1996 Ford Bronco - As I suspected, the MAF is filthy - possibly due to excess air filter oil & a leak on the filter. When properly oiled & installed, a K&N fi… 1996 Ford Bronco - Engine wiring harness label 1996 Ford Bronco - A/C compressor label. There's only ~10psi in the system. 1996 Ford Bronco - There was only ~10psi in the system. After adding 12oz, the compressor cycles & appears to make good pressure. No leaks were found with UV… 1996 Ford Bronco - Brake booster label SCDS recall was begun, but not completed. Call dealership to check for open recalls on this VIN. [url=https://www.super… 1996 Ford Bronco - 4WABS test connector, cruise servo, & RKE 600Plus wiring [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/908056] https://www.supermotors.ne… 1996 Ford Bronco - A/C hose assembly label indicates compatibility with both smallblock V8s (5.0L N, 5.8L H) 1996 Ford Bronco - Recirculate vacuum motor (white) line is not visibly degraded (yet), but could still be cracked & leaking. [url=https://www.supermotors.net… 1996 Ford Bronco - This just broke out when I moved the tube, so it certainly needs to be replaced now. 1996 Ford Bronco - Oil pan is surprisingly dry, but both engine mounts are broken. R&R engine or transmission mount (each) $50 [url=https://www.supermotors.ne… 1996 Ford Bronco - Oil pan, oil filter, & steering pump are surprisingly dry. Engine oil, PSF, ATF levels correct. Refrigerant empty & coolant 1gal. low. Supp… 1996 Ford Bronco - Left engine mount broken (as usual) & Y-pipe has been cut off & welded back together in 3 places R&R engine or transmission mount (each) $5… 1996 Ford Bronco - Y-pipe has been cut off & welded back together in 3 places Oil pan is surprisingly dry. Engine oil, PSF, ATF levels correct. Refrigerant em… 1996 Ford Bronco - Right engine mount broken (as usual) R&R engine or transmission mount (each) $50 [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/518663] ht… 1996 Ford Bronco - Secondary air system appears to be intact & working 1996 Ford Bronco - No apparent engine or trans leaks. Engine oil, PSF, ATF levels correct. Refrigerant empty & coolant 1gal. low. [url=https://www.supermotors… 1996 Ford Bronco - The switch bezel was glued to the door panel. Install StepShields $50 (requires remove unused step hardware)[url=https://www.supermotors.ne… 1996 Ford Bronco - It's common for these bolts to damage the wiring, but these seem to have been installed without doing that. There are some extra wires unde… 1996 Ford Bronco - Possibly a remnant of the amplifier. Remove abandoned wiring & repair damage: $60/hr clock time 1996 Ford Bronco - The dome lamp doesn't work because it's installed backward. A visor hook was also missing. $0 DONE 1996 Ford Bronco - Front headliner has been re-covered in some other material, and the truck was apparently parked for at least a few weeks - long enough for… 1996 Ford Bronco - No wonder the dome didn't work. I spun it & washed the lens. $0 DONE The dome bulb is a milky LED, but the map bulbs are still incandescent… 1996 Ford Bronco - The rear headliner is beginning to fall, and the dome lamp doesn't work. Supply & install new rear headliner material $240 [url=https://www… 1996 Ford Bronco - The floor console is not attached, and the seat covers are hiding some leather damage. Find console screw holes, cut carpet, install 3 scre… 1996 Ford Bronco - Another remnant of the (missing) RKE system. Remove abandoned wiring & repair damage: $60/hr clock time 1996 Ford Bronco - 185,754 miles. The brake warning light does not come on for the e-brake (dirty contact), and the CEL doesn't come on (probably bulb removed… 1996 Ford Bronco - The shifter bushings have normal wear, but the clamp & lever screws are not loose. Supply & install bushings $60 (includes R&I column) [url… 1996 Ford Bronco - As usual, the lock cylinder bezel is loose. Apparently, this was among the last trucks to get the old 10-cut key & zig-zag lock cylinders.… 1996 Ford Bronco - New OEM '96-04 ignition lock cyl. will be coded to the used key for 2 matched used door lock cylinders 1996 Ford Bronco - The dash pad cover is hiding a crack. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/760981] https://www.supermotors.net/getfile/760981/th… 1996 Ford Bronco - The green wire & switch for the (missing) KC lights have been removed. Some of the fuses were the wrong size, but I've replaced those. The… 1996 Ford Bronco - The PCM calibration code is ADA2, but it's not visible past the connector for the visors, RV mirror, & OHC. [url=https://www.supermotors.ne… 1996 Ford Bronco - There are some old spliced & wiring, possibly related to the (missing) RKE system. Remove abandoned wiring & repair damage: $60/hr clock ti… 1996 Ford Bronco - The pushbutton switch through the steel bracket & wad of wire are remnants of the RKE 600Plus system. Its removal is probably why the Right… 1996 Ford Bronco - The chime has been disconnected, and it doesn't seem to work when I re-connected it. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/109288… 1996 Ford Bronco - Chime, brake controller, & DLC connectors. The wad of wire is a remnant of the RKE 600Plus system. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registr… 1996 Ford Bronco - Chime, brake controller, UI, & DLC connectors. The vacuum motor moves the panel/other diverter door. Because of the leak in the white recir… 1996 Ford Bronco - The courtesy LED strip doesn't seem to work. I can't see any wires connected to it. Remove abandoned wiring & repair damage: $60/hr clock t… 1996 Ford Bronco - Exposed wiring and carpet are visible under the dashboard of a vehicle. 1996 Ford Bronco - The dash pad cover is hiding a crack. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/760981] https://www.supermotors.net/getfile/760981/th… 1996 Ford Bronco - I had never seen the RKE system manual before. It's a dealer-installed system, but the remote was not included with the truck, and the modu… 1996 Ford Bronco - The inner weatherbelt is missing from the door panel. Install inner weatherbelt $15 (while door panel is off) DONE New aftermarket weatherb… 1996 Ford Bronco - There are 2 bolts and the CHMSL connector holding the camper on. The trim is missing. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/28249… 1996 Ford Bronco - There are 2 bolts and the CHMSL connector holding the camper on. The trim is missing. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/28249… 1996 Ford Bronco - The rear seat's upholstery is loose (as usual); the torsion bar is mission; and (as usual), the strike bar's plastic sleeve is missing, all… 1996 Ford Bronco - Tailgate carpet & outer weatherbelt are missing, and handle mechanism is bent. Add 1-touch window (each window, each direction) $140 [url=h… 1996 Ford Bronco - As usual, the t/g handle stays up because the mechanism is bent. R&I repair handle mechanism $40 [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/… 1996 Ford Bronco - Very little rust near the Right t/g hinge 1996 Ford Bronco - The t/g is rusted much more-heavily near the center because of the missing outer weatherbelt allowing dirt to be washed off the window insi… 1996 Ford Bronco - The right side of the tailgate is not cracked - probably because the swingaway was deleted. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media… 1996 Ford Bronco - Tailgate Inside The original paper water shedder (which was never installed correctly at the factory) is still there, but falling apart. Th… 1996 Ford Bronco - The bottom of the t/g has collected more mud than usual - probably because the outer weatherbelt is missing. It needs to be cleaned out bef… 1996 Ford Bronco - This mechanism is severely bent. 1996 Ford Bronco - The bend in the plastic rear bumper filler, and the gap between the bumper & quarter panel, suggest that the body has slid forward on the f… 1996 Ford Bronco - The front diff is full, and appears UN-contaminated. This oil is not on the normal or severe-duty maintenance schedules, so there's no reas… 1996 Ford Bronco - The steering stabilizer bracket is welded instead of bolted to the frame, and appears bent. But it's probably OK like that. 1996 Ford Bronco - The drop pitman arm, shocks, & steering damper are from Rough Country. There's a bunch of steel booger-welded on for the steering & suspens… 1996 Ford Bronco - The drop pitman arm, shocks, & steering damper are from Rough Country. There's a bunch of steel booger-welded on for the steering & suspens… 1996 Ford Bronco - The drop pitman arm, shocks, & steering damper are from Rough Country. There's a bunch of steel booger-welded on for the steering & suspens… 1996 Ford Bronco - There's a bunch of steel booger-welded on for the steering & suspension mods. The lift bolts appear to be holding tight, but they will need… 1996 Ford Bronco - There's a bunch of steel booger-welded on for the steering & suspension mods. The lift bolts appear to be holding tight, but they will need… 1996 Ford Bronco - The lift bolts appear to be holding tight, but they will need to be checked regularly. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/2600… 1996 Ford Bronco - The lift bolts appear to be holding tight, but they will need to be checked regularly. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/2600… 1996 Ford Bronco - The lift bolts appear to be holding tight, but they will need to be checked regularly. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/2600… 1996 Ford Bronco - Both sides have adjustable camber cams, making alignments easier & cheaper. All 4 ball joints have been replaced with greasables. IF THE IM… 1996 Ford Bronco - Transmission mount looks OK. 2.25" R&R engine or transmission mount (each) $50 [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/518663]… 1996 Ford Bronco - The U-nuts on the body rail say that this truck came with cab steps. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/885753] https://www.su… 1996 Ford Bronco - The butchered exhaust isn't healthy, but it's not cooking anything. IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. 1996 Ford Bronco - The transfer case appears to be slightly over-full & clean. I did not attempt to assess the pump stay arm. [url=https://www.supermotors.net… 1996 Ford Bronco - All 3 HEGOs appear to be intact, but the downstream is hard to see between the cats. IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. [url=https://www.… 1996 Ford Bronco - The front d'shaft front U-joint (Spicer 57438X) is badly worn, but the others seem OK. The rear d'shaft has been hyperextended by the lift,… 1996 Ford Bronco - The transfer case skidplate has the typical arch, but it's not causing any problems. 1996 Ford Bronco - Fuel filter has some miles, but there's no indication of any problem with it. Normal service interval is 15Kmi. R&R fuel filter $30 (includ… 1996 Ford Bronco - Close-up of the rear suspension system, showing leaf springs, shock absorber, and brake lines. 1996 Ford Bronco - This body mount's lower shell is severely rusted, and there's some heavy rust on top of the frame. IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. R&R… 1996 Ford Bronco - Close-up of a dirty exhaust pipe with hose clamps, indicating a section of a vehicle's undercarriage. 1996 Ford Bronco - The fuel pump & level sender seem to be working well. Supply & install fuel pump access panel $100 [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registr… 1996 Ford Bronco - Left 4th body mount upper shell is also severely rusted. 1996 Ford Bronco - The frame is slightly bent where the receiver used to be bolted beside the gas tank. 1996 Ford Bronco - The frame is slightly bent where the receiver used to be bolted beside the gas tank. 1996 Ford Bronco - All 3 HEGOs appear to be intact, but the downstream is hard to see between the cats. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/507315… 1996 Ford Bronco - The rear d'shaft has been hyperextended by the lift, so there's dirt in the splines. R&I rear driveshaft, disassemble, clean, inspect, lube… 1996 Ford Bronco - There's some minor frame damage where the hitch receiver was, and an extra tab welded to the frame (probably a poor replacement for the exh… 1996 Ford Bronco - There's some minor frame damage where the hitch receiver was. 1996 Ford Bronco - Both axle tags are missing, and the rear looks to have junkyard markings. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/544471] https://w… 1996 Ford Bronco - 4WABS Accelerometer label. 1996 Ford Bronco - Rear d'shaft label 1996 Ford Bronco - E4OD tag is too dirty to read 1996 Ford Bronco - ESOF motor label is degraded 1996 Ford Bronco - The RABS connector has been zip-tied through the wiring, displacing its rubber boot. IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. 1996 Ford Bronco - The left e-brake cable is slightly kinked at the backing plate. It does not seem to move enough for the e-brake to work OR RELEASE reliably. 1996 Ford Bronco - Because of the lift, the right e-brake cable doesn't reach the clip on top of the diff. But it still seems to work. 1996 Ford Bronco - The rear blocks are ~3.5" tall, so the lift is probably a [url=https://www.roughcountry.com/ford-suspension-lift-kit-465b-20.html]Roug… 1996 Ford Bronco - The rear spring hangers are getting thin. IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/260055] http… 1996 Ford Bronco - The plug welds on the rear axle appear to be weeping. And the sway bar bracket is out-of-place. IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. 1996 Ford Bronco - The rear pinion seal is weeping, and it makes a tiny squeak. IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. 1996 Ford Bronco - The plug welds on the rear axle appear to be weeping. And the sway bar bracket is out-of-place. IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. [url=h… 1996 Ford Bronco - The rear axle shows signs of heavy wear, and if the oil is original, it's about 90Kmi overdue to be changed. But it's at the correct level,… 1996 Ford Bronco - Fewer fault codes than I expected. But the CEL still should have come on. The bulb may be missing. IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. 1996 Ford Bronco - After installing an ACT, cleaning the MAF, & fixing the battery terminals, I watched the live PIDs for a while. IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL,… 1996 Ford Bronco - After a long idle, the engine hadn't reached operating temperature. So I power-braked it, but the thermostat still didn't appear to open. I… 1996 Ford Bronco - This was the beginning of several hours under the truck soaping & rinsing. $0 DONE 1996 Ford Bronco - No leaks were apparent the next day, so it now has 3 cans of refrigerant. The pressures and suction temperature are OK, but the dash temper… 1996 Ford Bronco - No wonder the Right mirror wasn't working. This truck had the rare signal mirrors, but they were both replaced by a previous owner. This on… 1996 Ford Bronco - Both doors' switch plates were glued to the panels, which made it difficult to get the panels off. The driver's switch plate was broken, an… 1996 Ford Bronco - As usual, the door panel holes for the inner weatherbelt are breaking. IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. 1996 Ford Bronco - To check for evaporator blockage, I had to remove the blower, which also required removing the vacuum reservoir. $30 DONE While it's out, I… 1996 Ford Bronco - While the blower was out, I soaked the squirrel cage overnight & then scrubbed the fins. 1996 Ford Bronco - Turns out, there ARE problems in here that need repair. Screens should also be added to prevent re-occurrence. IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, c… 1996 Ford Bronco - As I thought, the evaporator core has collected a lot of debris. Fortunately, it can be cleaned without losing any refrigerant. IF THE IMAG… 1996 Ford Bronco - The last check on the coolant system is to pressure-test for leaks, and the cap vent pressure (6psi = FAIL). The overnight pressure test re… 1996 Ford Bronco - Most of the lug nuts are significantly damaged. IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. [url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/487374… 1996 Ford Bronco - The LHF ball joints, wheel bearings & tie rod ends have no substantial slop. The front pads are ~50% worn, but still OK. But they were not… 1996 Ford Bronco - The LHR shoes are not substantially worn - probably because they're stuck, and not working. They were not lubricated during assembly, and h… 1996 Ford Bronco - All the brake hardware was washed before being inspected & greased. 2 small washers were missing and the Left autoadjuster's teeth were wor… 1996 Ford Bronco - The air cleaner is back to the factory cold-air configuration, with a drop-in K&N. After taking that pic, it was fully-oiled. IF THE IMAGE… 1996 Ford Bronco - It didn't hit me until now that the spring plates were installed sideways. The U-bolts are torqued to 100 lb-ft (spec is 83-113 Lb-Ft) IF T… 1996 Ford Bronco - The oil change was several months & hundred miles overdue. With the Fumoto F106 , oil changes are now toolless. Some people worry that the… 1996 Ford Bronco - The antenna wouldn't screw in, so I had to swap out the base, too. IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. R&R antenna base (includes used bas… 1996 Ford Bronco - After soldering the new terminals on, the battery was clamped down using a long factory bolt. IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. Supply &… 1996 Ford Bronco - A few minutes of idling caused the windows to fog up because it's so humid tonight, and the A/C is blowing snow. It also quickly made a pud… 1996 Ford Bronco - Two things were immediately apparent on the first drive: 1) the Y-pipe/cat is bouncing on the crossmember; and 2) the headlights are terrib… 1996 Ford Bronco - The first real test-drive was to lunch on a hot day with 3 guys in the truck, A/C on max, going about 20 miles on a rural highway. It becam… 1996 Ford Bronco - Black Broncos Matter It got us to lunch with no problem, and we found a good parking spot. We had to run a short errand before returning, i… 1996 Ford Bronco - After checking the relay, inertia switch, & connectors (all good), I cut the fuel pump access hole. I scrubbed the tank plate while rinsing… 1996 Ford Bronco - I assume the O-ring allowed contamination into the tank, eventually causing the pump motor to run VERY hot. When it ran long enough (on a l… 1996 Ford Bronco - The engine stalling resulted in the starter getting hot, which revealed that the solenoid sticks & runs-on. I swapped in a good used one, a… 1996 Ford Bronco - After rotating the spring plates, I became very conscious of rattles from the chassis. One of the worst was the Y-pipe (which had been cut…