Thinking about Bronco Conversion

Thinking about Bronco Conversion

11-21-2005, 02:29 AM

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Thinking about Bronco Conversion

I am thinking about building a Bronco with a 4bt. I am looking for 81 or newer Bronco with a popup camper. I am planning on using it for light wheeling/camping out and to hall my little race trailer (weighs about 5-6k).

My questions are:

1. Do you think that hauling the camper and the trailer would be to much for a bombed 4bt? It would not have the camper and the trailer together much but when I go to some bigger races it would be nice not to have to get a hotel.

2. I want a hand shaker in it so I will probably go with a NV4500 but do I need a 4500HD tranny or will the standard (gas version) 4500 be ok for it? What trans case are people using?

3. I know there is a site/message board for Bronco conversions but does anyone know what the address is? I can't seem to find it.

Thanks
David

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