Are we in over our heads? Early Bronco rust damage

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This is a topic that has created lots haters on CRAWL TV than anything else I have ever done. Is this tub worth saving? That seems to be the hot topic of discussion here…
Here’s my thought: Anything you think is worth saving is worth saving. To us, this project is worth the time and effort to fix the rust damage, panel by panel. A replacement tub is around 15-16K before shipping, and that’s way out of our budget. However, every part imaginable is available for these things online, so you can essentially rebuild them one part at a time if you have the time and talent to do so.
Share your thoughts in the comments! What would you do if this was your project?

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@ralphcasados8862 Месяц назад

I had a 76 Bronco and I know your pain, on the bright side you will love it when it's done.

@CRAWLTV Месяц назад

Steph already loves it so much! She’s pushing me to work on this, so it’ll get done. I can’t wait to see it out on the road again!

@cjleon1104 Месяц назад

Wow, that's a lot of rust but fixable. Flash back to what Stacy David's Crazy Horse project looked like. Can't wait to see the progress.

@CRAWLTV Месяц назад

Exactly!!! I got to work with Stacey when I was at Baja Designs. That guy can do anything.

@HardcountsAdventures Месяц назад

Can't wait to see the finished product, you definitely have your work cut out for you.

@CRAWLTV Месяц назад

Thanks! And yeah, it’s a project!

@BattlePhrog165 Месяц назад

You guys definitely have your work cut out for you! It's gonna be a fun adventure getting it back to an acceptable condition!

@CRAWLTV Месяц назад

Yup! Definitely a long term project! We’ll just be chipping away at this in the background of our lives for the next year.

@moabwheeling1305 Месяц назад

And I thought pulling my dash out of my TJ is going to be bad. Yikes!! I think you will have an awesome Bronco when done and well worth your time , money and effort . Can't wait until your next video guys . Take care and catch you on your next one.

@CRAWLTV Месяц назад

Haha! I have been building up to a project like this after all of the other things I’ve done. I’ll sharpen my skills on this so that I can build what I’ve always wanted - An AMC Eagle on a JK or LJ chassis 🤣

@moabwheeling1305 Месяц назад

@@CRAWLTV That would be awesome !

@PaulKaiser42 Месяц назад

That bronco sounds like it lived in the northeast with all its rust🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️. It’s going to be a great build…looking forward to seeing come together!!

@CRAWLTV Месяц назад

Yep! After we ran the VIN we found that it was built in Colorado in the summer of 69 and then it moved southwest. It did end up in Michigan though, and that is very obvious 😂

@johnstup4479 Месяц назад

Oh boy! You all have a ton of work in your future. I wish you the best of luck. Looking forward to seeing this Bronco getting the love that it needs.

@CRAWLTV Месяц назад

Oh yes! There’s no shortage of work. Luckily, Steph pushes me to just make a little bit of progress every day because she’s anxious to take over and work on the parts that don’t require fabrication or body work. She wants this thing done so it’ll get done 😂💪🍺

@SeatRepairMoreLLC.JupiterFlori Месяц назад

the crease in the hood is very common, its a weak point. I have owned three and two of them had it, if you up grade to gas struts to hold the hood open the kit has supports to fix this problem. hope this helps. dont forget to brace your tub when you remove it. my 68 was worse then yours and I had a blast fixing it up. dont get caught up in using one supplier, different suppliers have different kits and some are more complete then others

@CRAWLTV Месяц назад

Great insight! Thank you!

@ralphcasados8862 Месяц назад

Recommendation like you said order all the aftermarket body stuff you can buy instead of trying to restore it.

@CRAWLTV Месяц назад

I’m going to be making some very small patch panels here and there but for the most part we’ll be getting factory panels to stitch in

@veganoverlander Месяц назад

wish you a lot of courage for this project. But I'm confident you'll get it done.

@CRAWLTV Месяц назад

Thanks! It’s a long term project. We won’t rush anything. One piece at a time… 🤓

@veganoverlander Месяц назад

@@CRAWLTV let me know when you need help. I will fly in from Switzerland 😂😂

@ronwilson9202 Месяц назад

Wish you did not buy a stock rear gas tank. The 23gal is what most use. I have a 20gal rear and 8gal side tank. I would suggest 1"body mounts to get a little more clearance under the body and not too high. 2 1/2 suspension is good for 35" tires if you cut the wheel openings. Hope to see you at Big Bear Bronco Bash June 8th.

@CRAWLTV Месяц назад

Dang it. Yeah, we got the 13 gallon stock tank and an 8 gallon aux tank. Are you on 33s or 35s? We’ll try to make the Bronco Bash! I’ve been driving the new Bronco all week. It’s such a great vehicle. Not as cool as the 1st gens, but cool in its own way.

@RonWilson-jw3rc Месяц назад

I was on 33" now on 35" 2 1/2 suspension 1" body.

@carykennedy9467 Месяц назад

Should be fun

@CRAWLTV Месяц назад

Fun is one word for it! 😂

@tammyruffner3856 Месяц назад

Collins Brothers here in Texas? If so they are awesome

@CRAWLTV Месяц назад

Yup! Those are the guys!

@timhouts6312 Месяц назад

Get a new tub the price will hurt at first but it will save you so much time and get her on the road.

@CRAWLTV Месяц назад

So… you’re right. And thanks for the advice. We’re already so deep into this tub we’ll make it work. It’s a fun experience, getting to tear something apart and figure out how to put it all back together though 🫣