Real world tips and tricks for the do-it-yourself ethusiast. Tools and parts that make life easy, and simple fabrication tips and tricks.
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Nobody »
Fri Mar 06, 2009 3:54 pm
Just want to clarify the purpose of the section. My intent for this area is for people to share tips and tricks.
- Helpful fabrication tips,...
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Last post by Nobody
Fri Mar 06, 2009 3:54 pm
carbed 2.9
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Ranger Dave »
Sat Apr 09, 2022 9:33 am
sumpin i started.....maybe ill finish it,now that a have a tig welder
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Last post by Ranger Dave
Wed Sep 18, 2024 6:12 pm
Headliner
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Itsaribay »
Mon Feb 20, 2017 5:29 pm
Hey guys! I have an 89 Bronco II. I bought this lil thing for $500 the guys I bought it from painted it with house pain I'm in the middle of...
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Last post by Nelson Brann
Thu Aug 27, 2020 5:04 pm
question on rollcage?
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101btp »
Wed Dec 29, 2010 4:03 pm
Im hoping that i will get time this summer to atleast start work on the roll cage for my bronco II but im in the process of figuring what material i...
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Last post by offroadohio
Wed Sep 12, 2018 6:53 pm
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Last post by tekatlarge
Tue Jul 12, 2016 8:37 pm
replacement seats
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bowens83 »
Wed Jan 14, 2015 6:26 pm
I have a 1989 ford bronco 2 xlt model and need to replace the front seats. can anyone tell me what a good aftermarket seat would be that is...
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Last post by tekatlarge
Sat Jan 17, 2015 4:44 pm
Whats wrong in this picture?
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tekatlarge »
Fri Dec 05, 2014 5:02 pm
I often tell people to not just believe a part is A OK just because it is supposedly new. Like the late Great Ronald Regan would say Trust But Verify...
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Last post by Mud Addict
Sun Dec 07, 2014 5:33 pm
Bronco weatherstripping
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YoungBroncoII »
Wed Oct 15, 2014 6:08 pm
I am having trouble finding a weatherstripping kit for the doors of my 86 bronco II. Can anyone help me out or know of a place/website I can order a...
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Last post by tekatlarge
Wed Oct 15, 2014 6:40 pm
Electrolysis Tank
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tekatlarge »
Fri Jun 13, 2014 6:37 pm
I must be getting old but I could have sworn I posted some info here recently about Electrolysis and rust removal.
I looked but it must have been my...
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Last post by tekatlarge
Fri Jun 27, 2014 10:52 am
Mig Gas
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Nobody »
Fri Dec 28, 2007 3:32 pm
I think I'm going to buy a gas bottle for me 110 wire feed welder. What % argon should I get, and what size bottle would you recommend? Should I...
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Last post by tekatlarge
Wed Jun 18, 2014 7:44 pm
custom made door handle
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101btp »
Mon Feb 24, 2014 6:52 pm
ok so I decided so swap out my inside door panels from a previous BroncoII I had the molded plastic ones to the vinyl flat ones on a board the swap...
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Last post by deputyfestus
Sat Jun 14, 2014 12:31 am
Safari style rack
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deputyfestus »
Sat Jun 14, 2014 12:29 am
Hi all, just finished yet another fun project. I built a Camel Trophy type safari rack for my bii. Used all kinds of bits & prices of this and that...
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Last post by deputyfestus
Sat Jun 14, 2014 12:29 am
Custom radius/drop bracket project
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Jbots »
Thu Jul 05, 2012 4:08 pm
Hey guys i was wondering if anyone new how long to make the extended radius arms for a 4 1/2 lift, making the custom leaf spring shackles as well, is...
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Last post by 101btp
Tue Feb 25, 2014 7:30 am
Looking for a quality lift kit
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Kambronco1 »
Sun Oct 23, 2011 9:10 pm
First time on this post. My son and I are building a 1986 Bronco II for him and we are in the middle of tear down and are looking for a good quality...
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Last post by 101btp
Mon Feb 24, 2014 5:59 pm
welding tips
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clem »
Fri Nov 28, 2008 2:30 pm
Just a few things I've learned over the years, always get comfortable before welding, brace your arm against something to keep your hand steady, tack...
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Last post by 101btp
Mon Feb 24, 2014 5:49 pm
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Last post by 101btp
Mon Feb 24, 2014 5:40 pm
B2 and a 351
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Jesse Grass »
Tue Nov 13, 2012 9:18 am
So I noticed a couple people have posted about swaping a 351. I never thought it possible to fit one into a b2 but I got two i could get my hands on....
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Last post by 101btp
Mon Feb 24, 2014 5:26 pm
Creative use of a drill press
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Nobody »
Tue Mar 11, 2008 9:49 pm
This is a trick I learned from EBSTEVE. Attach a cutoff wheel to an arbor, and you have an instant milling machine...well not quite. For the most...
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Last post by Lance Skene
Sat Jan 04, 2014 6:17 am
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Last post by B2Enthusiast
Mon Jul 15, 2013 11:43 pm
88 bronco II out-of-round wheels?
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dgl6y6 »
Tue May 07, 2013 1:45 pm
Ive got at least 2 wheels that are out of round. its not too bad but i can feel the vibration on the highway. im trying to get the old b2 back to...
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Last post by tekatlarge
Tue May 07, 2013 9:26 pm
This has nothing to do with Bronco II
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tydaug »
Mon Jun 08, 2009 10:41 am
My garage as I'm calling it-- has no power. I need to get some light in there.
I have a car battery sitting around and a light fixture and switch....
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Last post by dgl6y6
Thu May 02, 2013 10:13 am
A/C compressor
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CurtisP87 »
Thu May 24, 2012 11:37 am
I want to build an on-board air system in my 87 BII, but to begin i need to change out my A/C compressor since the previous owner told me when i...
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Last post by Ranger Dave
Sat May 26, 2012 4:00 am
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Last post by Nobody
Sat Oct 29, 2011 8:41 pm
Any tips on useing fiberglass?
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C_Sanchez_A »
Wed Apr 07, 2010 11:02 am
I want to know what kind of tips there are for useing fiberglass, both inside the vehicle and out side. I plan on making a show vehicle out of my...
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Last post by Dreded
Tue Oct 11, 2011 11:15 am
Rebuild motor kit!!
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rebelchick »
Sat Jul 31, 2010 6:29 pm
Dose any one have a Rebuild 2.9l kit. i have a 89' and i need a motor, new, rebuilt, or rebuild kit.
thanks
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Last post by togosake
Wed Aug 17, 2011 9:45 pm
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Last post by fnlucky
Fri Aug 05, 2011 9:16 pm
1990 BII Paint Colors/Schemes
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AZ_BII »
Tue Mar 08, 2011 4:50 pm
Does anyone know where I can find the OEM Paint Colors for the 1990 BII?
I am starting a project and want to make this 1990 BII is original as...
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Last post by tekatlarge
Wed Mar 09, 2011 6:35 pm
nail hole in oil filter
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clem »
Mon Nov 10, 2008 7:40 pm
Just got finished doing some oil changes and remembered a little trick, punch a hole in the oil filter (hammer and nail) before removing the filter...
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Last post by tekatlarge
Tue Nov 30, 2010 5:39 pm
machinist tricks
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clem »
Sun Apr 20, 2008 12:08 pm
Here are a few tricks and tips I've learned over the years:To find half of a fraction just double the bottom number.ie half of 5/8 is 5/16.To find...
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Last post by tekatlarge
Sun Mar 28, 2010 1:39 pm
Tire breaker. Not fot the weak of arm.
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cajun66 »
Mon Nov 23, 2009 5:41 pm
I made this to keep from paying some jack leg to do something I've been doing on tractors for years. All I have are a few tire bars so I neede a bead...
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Last post by Colin
Thu Mar 25, 2010 2:33 pm
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