Bronco II Driveway Restoration

[Jeff_Birt]

A little more than 2 years ago I bought a nice single owner 1990 BII with a lot of miles on it but it was meticulously maintained. Thought I would do a 'driveway resto', to see what could be done without a proper garage, etc. Got started on it and got hit with a very expensive sewer line replacement and then back surgery! Double whammy! Finally two years later I'm turning wrenches again. I had started a restro thread on another forum which has since shut down so I thought I would begin anew here. I've been shooting some video as I go along.

(Episode 0) The initial walk around, was done two years ago just to document the shape it was in and make a list of what needed done.
(Episode 1) The return, was mostly filmed two years ago and was intended to be a cheap job I could do while still reeling from the $$$ sewer line replacement. Little did I know at the time it would take 2 years to complete.
(Episode 1.5) A side quest to clean that moldy car cover and see if the internet experts know what they are talking about.
(Episode 2) Will likely be rear axle bearing and seal replacement as I have NOS parts on hand for this job (and there is a leak on right side).

The main goal at this time is to get the BII back on the road.

Episode 0:

Episode 1:

Episode 1.5:

 

[alwaysFlOoReD]

Glad to see you on TRS.
I don't have time to watch video. A few pics would be nice if you have time...
You have a great start!

 

[Curious Hound]

What's wrong with the driveway that makes you want to restore it?

 

[Jeff_Birt]

What's wrong with the driveway that makes you want to restore it?

The workshop that should be surrounding it is missing.

 

[85_Ranger4x4]

The workshop that should be surrounding it is missing.

Sounds like you need to find a "garage sale"

That sure is a sharp looking BII, I will have to check out your videos tonight.

 

[Jeff_Birt]

That sure is a sharp looking BII

Well, it is a decent 50 footer at least

 

[Jeff_Birt]

A bit of a departure from normal wrenching this time

(Episode 1.5) A side quest to clean that moldy car cover and see if the internet experts know what they are talking about.

Episode 1.5:

 

[Jeff_Birt]

Episode 2 - In this episode, we find a DIY solution to replace an overly complicated negative battery cable with parts available from local auto parts stores. Then we take care of a leaking fuel pressure regulator that was recently replaced. Finally, we try to de-grease the engine and get rid of decades old backed on grease/oil.