The Broncast - Ford Bronco

Tom Broberg joins us to talk about what the Super Celebration is and how it got started. Check out Bronco Driver Magazine: https://www.broncodriver.com/

The engine makes power. That power is sent from the engine to the transmission. Then the power comes out of the transmission and goes to a transfer case that sends the power to the front or the back of the vehicle through the driveshafts to the axles. Inside the axles are another set of gears called a differential, that sends the power to the tires. Toms Offroad Options: Dana 44 - https://tomsoffr...

Full Size?!? 2nd Gen Bronco 78-79, 3rd Gen Bronco 80-86...   We're talking about Full Size Broncos. When we say full size, what do we mean? Large pick up “truck based” size. “Bigger can be better” sometimes, They had for years referred to the Bronco as small and nimble, then shifted their focus to keep up with the bigger1967 Full size Chevrolet Blazer’s, GMC Jimmy, and Dodge/plymouth SUVs that had...

From cleaning up engine bays to Early Bronco Tips and Tricks.   Spark plug wires - https://amzn.to/3IkLoXA Hoses - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/66-77-ford-bronco-v8-silicone-radiator-hoses-clamp-kit Valve covers - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/66-77-ford-bronco-script-black-v8-aluminum-valve-covers Wire Loom - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/66-77-ford-bronco-painless-performance-powerbraid-wiring-...

6th Generation Ford Bronco News: https://fordauthority.com/2024/02/ford-bronco-severe-duty-steering-upgrade-kit-revealed/ https://fordauthority.com/2024/02/ford-maverick-bronco-evs-pushed-back-to-next-decade-report/ https://thebronconation.com/news/jmc-ford-bronco-closing-in-on-production-t.20206/  

Do you have a Ranger Bronco? You can see the interior and body code on the vin tag (aka trim tag, or warranty plate). If you can’t find that you can always go to Marti Auto and get a Marti Report which will tell you and you can get a new build sheet for your bronco and even buy a new metal plate to rivet back onto your glove box or left kicker panel if it’s a much older early bronco.   Visit our s...

My Bronco (Jon) has a Toms Offroad 2.5” lift with a 1” body lift. But, recently I added the Bilstein 5165 Dual reservoir shocks which made my suspension really soft. And I love it, but it made the Bronco so tippy around corners. Now with the sway bar I still get the soft ride, but the Bronco handles on road so much better. A 2.5” lift is going to fit on just about any Bronco and allow you to keep...

Jon and Donnie take a look at one of Donnie's projects and talk about what to look for in an old a rusty frame. Then, they go through the tools that every weekend mechanic should have in their garage. **Tools** Milwaukee Impact Driver - https://amzn.to/48W5z9y Neiko deep impact sockets - https://amzn.to/3tP8cvb PROTO torque wrenches https://www.northerntool.com/categories/torque-wrenches?f=Brand%3...

Jon and Donnie take 3 new Ford Bronco's for a test drive and talk about their list of Must Have Mods for the new Bronco.   Must Have Mod 1 Jon: Lift Kit and bigger tires - https://tomsoffroad.com/ford/suspension---6g-bronco Donnie: Havoc offroad bumpers - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/ford-bronco-front-bumper-havoc-offroad-steel-bender   Must Have Mod 2 Jon: Light bar - https://tomsoffroad.com/par...

On today's episode, Jon and Donnie review all the upcoming Ford Bronco events for 2024. They talk about what each event offers and what to expect, and which ones they have attended or plan to attend. 

In this episode, it's not about a gift list suggested for you, but really all the parts Jon and Donnie want for our 4 Ford Bronco builds.  So start saving up or start us a go fund me (us) page.  Jon and I would like to thank you for an amazingly fun 2023 with the Broncast!

In this episode Jon and Donnie have some good laughs about things they have done, and tried, to make their Broncos warmer when winter's cold air creeps inside... Everywhere!  They offer some good (and not so good) advice on things they have implemented to warm up a Ford Bronco.

if you are considering buying the new Ford Bronco then you should listen to this podcast where Jon and Donnie will point you to the right model and what they are currently selling for used.  They also talk about all their experiences owning and driving new Broncos, telling the "Good and the Bad". The Ford Bronco is the winner over the Jeep in every way as a daily worker, family SUV, tried and test...

In this episode Jon and Donnie hang out with our youngest / full size Bronco buddies Carson Collie and Parker White.  We get their "Bronco Bios" and ask too many questions about what you probably need to do if you have are fixing up a full size Ford Bronco. 

In this episode Jon and Donnie talk about all the NEW parts we like from SEMA 2023 Las Vegas aftermarket industry show.  We even talk about one or two of the worst things we saw!

In this episode Jon and Donnie get a great "Bronco Bio"from Keisha Lynn and her "Pink Bronco". We also answer a multi-part question(s) from a listener about "What are the first things I should do restoring a classic Bronco?" 

In this episode Jon and Donnie talk about rising full size Ford Bronco values, what you can get a "cheap" (Gen 2 through Gen 5, 1978 to 1996), and what you can get if you spend alot. We also want to share two middle tiers in between and discuss a few current sale ads Jon found on the internet. 

In this episode Jon and Donnie share Ford Bronco owner's shocking and funny "Bronco Horror Stories" we received in 2023.  Share your Bronco Horror story with us and it might make the next episode where we share "Bronco Fails" or next year's Bronco horror stories episode.

In this episode Jon and Donnie compare their lists of WORST upgrades for all generation Broncos and narrow it down to the Top 10 worst upgrades.  We also find out what the 10 best selling upgrades are for an early Bronco. 

In this episode Jon and I seek out Ford Bronco owners and families and ask them about their Broncos they brought and drove on the off Road course at Holley's Ford Fest in Bowling Green, KY. Thank you to Lee and Michael from Tredwear tire lettering design's and their 1979 (Navigator?!), Bobby and Wade and their 3 early Bronco builds, and Matt Mooney our favorite Bronco Club President.  

Jon and Donnie get the REAL Ford Fest "experience" in the their broncos getting some real hang time in the air with their Broncos going off the big jump and the other kind of hang time with Vaughn Gitton Jr, other guests.   Jon and Matt put their engine builds to the test on the Chassis dyno and find out how much horsepower their Ford 302 engines really make.

In this episode Jon and Donnie answer questions about serpentine belt drive conversions, twin stick transfer cases, "stroker" engines and automatic transmission upgrades.

In this episode Jon and Donnie talk about the new Great Smokey Mountain Bronco Stampeded with Justin Murray and also have a "full size - Bronco Bio" with Spencer Stinnett

In this episode Jon and Donnie guide you to some of the best websites, forums, and resources to find information, parts, and reviews for classic early, full size, and Gen 6 Ford Broncos.  We also get a live report from Tommy Stinson working at the Supercell west in Buena Vista, Colorado and Donnie asks Jon all about his youtube channel. 

In this episode Jon and Donnie answer random Ford Bronco Questions from his Bronco dad hat and a few off topic questions to boot.  Submit questions you would like us to answer in a future Random Questions From The Hat episode.