Technical Articles

The Ford Bronco II shares a lot of components with the 1984-1990 Ford Ranger. The articles below are specific to the Ford Bronco II. For all other needs check out the Tech Library.

Quick Info

History of The Ford Bronco II

1984-1990 Ford Bronco II Specs & Facts

Ford Bronco II Common Upgrades

History of The Ford Bronco

Overlanding & Off-Road

Overlanding A Ford Bronco II

Ford Bronco II Builders Guide

Fuel

Fuel Mileage Ratings

Fuel Tank

4.0L Engine Swaps

4.0L Conversion FAQ’s

4.0L Conversion (1992 Explorer to 1985 Bronco II)

4.0L Conversion On Older V-6 Fords

4.0 Conversion Wiring (From Explorer to Bronco II)

4.0L Conversion (1994 Explorer to 1989 Bronco II)

Wiring a 4.0L to a 1983-1988 Dash 

Degreasing The Engine Compartment

Transmission, & 4WD Components

Ford Bronco II Transmissions

BW1359 Dummy Transfer Case

2WD to 4WD Conversion (Overview)

Converting Your Bronco II From 2WD To 4WD (Detailed)

2WD Dummy Case to 4WD Transfer Case

Installing a BW1354 on a C5 automatic Transmission

Driveshafts

Bronco II Rear Driveshafts & Pinion Angles

Explorer Front Driveshaft On The Rear Of A Bronco II

Building A Rear Driveshaft From An Explorer Front Driveshaft

Brakes

10×2.5-Inch Rear Drums

Suspension

Ford Bronco II Lift and Tire Size Guide

Sway Bar Quick Disconnects

Body

Ford Bronco & Ford Bronco II Dimensions

Bronco II Water Leaks

Bronco II Swing Out Tire Carrier 

Ford Bronco II Body Removal

Fiberglass Body Panels

Fender Cutting 101

How To Chop Your Top

Chop Top & 6-Point Cage

Painting Your Bronco II – Rust Repair

Painting Your Bronco II – Primer, Paint & Polish

The Bronco II Project – Bodywork & Paint

Rust-Oleum Paint Job

Building A Folding Receiver Mount Tire Carrier

Doors & Glass

Bronco II Door Swap / Upgrade

Rear Liftgate Removal

Quarter Flip Rear Side Windows

Removing Bronco II Rear Side Windows

Liftgate Latch Repair

Interior

Bronco II Seat Swap

Reclining Rear Bucket Seats

1989-1990 Dash Swap In 1984-1988 Bronco II

Electrical & Lights

Wiring Diagrams

Ford Bronco II Lightbulb Guide

Ford Headlight Switch Wires & Testing

Round Headlight Conversion Using 7-Inch Mounting Rings

Round Headlight Conversion Using Older Ford Parts 

How To: In Cab Winch Remote

Cruise Control

Round Headlight Conversion 

Third Brake Light Install

About The Author

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Jim Oaks is the founder of TheRangerStation.com, the longest-running Ford Ranger resource online since 1999. With over 25 years of hands-on experience building and modifying Ford Rangers — including magazine-featured builds like Project Transformer — Jim has become one of the most trusted authorities in the Ford Ranger off-road and enthusiast space.

Since launching TheRangerStation.com, Jim has documented thousands of real-world Ranger builds, technical repairs, drivetrain swaps, suspension modifications, and off-road adventures contributed by owners worldwide. TheRangerStation.com has been referenced in print, video and online by enthusiasts, mechanics, and off-road builders looking for practical, and experience-based information.