1988 Ford Bronco II V8 4×4
The Ford Bronco II was never offered with a V8 from the factory, but that hasn’t stopped enthusiasts from finding creative ways to put more power under the hood. This 1988 Ford Bronco II is a great example of what can be done with Ford’s compact 4×4 SUV when a V8 engine is added to the equation.
Originally powered by Ford’s 2.9L V6, this Bronco II has been modified with a V8 engine and four-wheel drive, transforming the little SUV into a much more powerful and capable machine. The combination of the Bronco II’s compact size, short wheelbase, and traditional body-on-frame construction makes it an interesting platform for a V8-powered build.
This page documents this particular 1988 Bronco II V8 4×4 and the modifications that went into it. It also provides a look at the kind of drivetrain and chassis upgrades that may be required when replacing the factory V6 with a V8.
The Bronco II Features:
- 302 Ford V8
- Flowmaster muffler
- Summit 4-barrel carburetor
- Summit intake manifold
- MSD electronic ignition
- MSD sparkplugs wires
- Serpentine pulley conversion kit
- 5-speed manual transmission (FM146)
- BF Goodrich 33×10.50 All Terrain tires
- Mickey Thompson 15-inch aluminum wheels
- James duff suspension lift kit
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About The Author
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.
