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FORD BRONCO -> ENGINE & COOLING; swaps, specs, snorkels, vac. diagrams...
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Although we initially developed this site for 78-96 Big Broncos, information in many Links also applies to Ford Trucks, Vans & Cars.
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ENGINE COOLING
6 Cylinder - also see Swaps
Belt & Pulley
Camshaft
Carbon Deposits
Casting Numbers
Compression
Crankshaft & Main Bearings
Cylinder Head & Valve, Push Rod
Diesel
Dimensions & Weights
Dipstick
Flex Plate (Auto Tranny) & Flywheel (Manual Tranny)
Freeze Plug
Gasket Removal TSB 93-23-14 for 88-93 Bronco, F Series, Aerostar, Econoline & many others
General Information
Harmonic Balancer
Intake - Filter, Manifold, Snorkel
Mount
Normal Oil Consumption TSB 89-09-10 for 86-89 Bronco & All Light Truck & Car Lines
Oil Cooler
Oil Pan
Oil Pump
Piston & Rod
Rear Main Seal
Sea Foam® Process
Skid Plate
Specifications
Supercharger & Turbocharger
Swaps
Timing Chain
Tool Box
V 8 - also see Swaps
Vacuum Line Routing Diagrams
Valve Cover
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Identification Based on VIN, Door Jamb Label, Build Sheet (Ford 999 Report), Paint Color Code, VECI Label, Transmission/Differential Pan & Gasket Sizes/Shapes, etc.; "... made a mistake 15 years ago by telling someone to use the Driver's side label to ID their Rear Differential (axle, pumpkin type, etc.); turned out that a previous owner had swapped a Dana 60 in place of the stock 8.8..."
Source: by miesk5 at FSB
Identification Based on VIN, Door Jamb Label, Build Sheet (Ford 999 Report), Paint Color Code, VECI Label, Transmission/Differential Pan & Gasket Sizes/Shapes, etc.; "... made a mistake 15 years ago by telling someone to use the Driver's side label to ID their Rear Differential (axle, pumpkin type, etc.); turned out that a previous owner had swapped a Dana 60 in place of the stock 8.8..."
Source: by miesk5 at Ford Bronco Zone Forums
Chilton Manual for 66 - 81 Bronco, Scanned Copy
Source: by Chilton via broncocity.com
Engine Codes in an 82
Source: by Ford via miesk5 at Ford Bronco Zone Forums
Engine Conversion Kits for Bronco & Ford Trucks (sales catalog w/pics & descriptions)
Source: by L&L landlproducts.com
Engine Swap Fact Sheet
Source: by EPA
Families of Ford Engines
Source: by Johnny (Bronco Killer) at 7879blueovalbronco.com
FORD PICKUP TRUCK RED BOOK, 1946-93 Model Year Including Bronco, Ranger, etc. Overview w/Changes, Some Years w/Pics, GVW, Body, Engine, Transmission & Rear Axle Codes, Exterior Body & Interior Trim Color Codes, MSRP, Optional Equipment & Prices; Appendix A contains Overviews & Examples of; Warranty & Rating Plates, Build Date Stamp, Casting Dates & Manufacturing dates, Sheet Metal Date Codes, District Codes (DSOs), Assembly Plant Codes & Production Date Codes. Also includes F-SERIES TRUCK PRODUCTION FIGURES for 1946-79 including Bronco for 78-79; READ A LOT HERE!
Source: by Peter C. Sessler via customautobrakes.com
Is That Water in My Engine Oil?; "...rusty, yellow and foam indicates that somehow the radiator fluid got inside the engine..."
Source: by gotengines.com
Leak Detection with UV/blue light, General (mostly ad, but good DIY info tips)
Source: by tracerline.com
Low or Erratic Oil Pressure Readings Repair Tip in 87-88 Bronco & Ford Trucks w/ 4.9, 5.0, 5.8, & 7.3
Source: by Bob R at carquest.com
Noise, Vibration, & Harshness Diagnostic Location Diagram & Worksheet
Source: by Steve83 (Steve, That dirty old truck) at SuperMotors.net
Remanufactured Engines & Transmissions - Motorcraft® Brand, Broncos & all Ford vehicles 19.38 MB pdf
Source: by fordinstallersupport.com
Remanufactured Engines & Transmissions - Dual Brand, Broncos & all Ford vehicles 35.29 MB pdf
Source: by fordinstallersupport.com
Removal Tips
Source: by JKossarides ("The Bronco", Jean) at FSB
Repair Locations Grid & Coding, Bronco; used to pin-point location of a repair or component in a vehicle
Source: by Ford via Steve83 (Steve, That dirty old truck) at SuperMotors.net
Repair Manual, Auto Repair Reference Center Repair Manual, Mostly Chilton; many local library's offer free online access for their members; just log-in w/your library Card # and password; incl. all Broncos, & many MAKES! 1951 to 2009; some years (85-96, I believe) include: FULL Technical Service Bulletins and Recalls, Labor Hours per repair (plug in appl info); Wiring Diagrams, Vacuum Diagrams (in DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS CONTROLS Section), Specifications (torques, etc.) & Maintenance Intervals
Source: by arrc.epnet.com
Tuning for Performance & Economy, Chapter 9, from Ford Fuel Injection and Electronic Engine Control: How to Understand, Service and Modify, 1988-1993
Source: by Charles O. Probst via yunost.ru
Vacuum Gauge Diagnosis - BEST!; Normal engine; Steady gauge 18"-20" at all speeds..." READ MUCH MORE
Source: by Craig U at classictruckshop.com
Warning Light Overview in 92-96; "Check Engine, Charging System, Air Bag (if Equipped), Safety Belt, High Beam, LH/RH Turn Signals, Overdrive/Overdrive Off, 4x4 Low and High Range Indicators with Lever Operated Transfer Case, Anti-Theft, Engine Coolant Temperature, Battery Voltage, Oil Pressure, Fuel Level, Tachometer (if Equipped)..." read more
Source: by Steve83 (Steve, That dirty old truck) at SuperMotors.net