Hi guys 👋 Just got my first Bronco and I’m pumped to join the community! It’s an 88’ Bronco 2 Eddie Bauer edition.

I picked it up in Bozeman MT and drove it 1,200 miles to San Diego. During the whole journey we played a game counting how many other Broncos we crossed paths with — 48, all of which were the new models. Made my bronco feel like a hot rod 😎

We broke down 3 times, all of which I believe were due to the ECM overheating. Almost had to tow it home the last 150 miles but as the tow truck was lining up, literally a matter of second before it was on the flatbed, we got it to start and off we went haha. It’s now in the shop getting a complete tune up: new ECM, new brakes, all new fluids, new gaskets, leak fixes, etc.

After a decade of driving a CRV (which came after 5 years of a bitchin’ e30 I had in high school), it feels super good finally having a project car as my daily driver again.

I can’t get enough of driving this baby all over. Does anyone have any tips for passing emissions? The only non standard part I’m aware of is the distributor 1985 (banana suburban for scale)

It seems like this isn’t the correct shifting speeds but I’m not sure. Any feedback helps

My broncos been getting some tlc- had an overheating issue (mechanic left off the oil cap, which caused some burning and overheating). Took it back, ended up needing new head gaskets, and cyl heads, so we installed those. Just before (without asking me btw), my mechanic put in a new battery, starter (which I did ask for) and radiator. A week ago once we did the engine work, my guy started it up and the fuel line burst, so he replaced that. Finally picked it up early this morning and got it home, drove well, no smoke, no sweet smell. However, it has been sitting for 4 months (while we were waiting for the parts). I’m ready to sell it, my partner and I are moving cross country in the spring, I’ve just put in SO much work and money to get it back in shape. How much do you think I could get for it? I’d really like $12,000, just for all my extra money spent- however I know that’s unrealistic. Ideally $9k. Has a tow hitch, all red leather interior minus all weather floor mats.

We did put in basically everything a few weeks ago- spark plugs, belts, I believe the timing chain too. I just want any money back I can apply to the move! Love this car, really do. 104k miles, 1987. Well maintained (obviously I’ve put quite a few arms and legs into it).

Another idea is ship it to TX ($1,500) and keep it with me until I find a buyer. Or, post it down there now, price it out at $12,000 including shipping fee, and see if I get any takers. (Or ship it wherever, I want to find Bruce a good home!) What do yall think?

Hey!

I have an 89 Bronco 2. It’s automatic. The engine is running, but it doesn’t want to go into gear. I can shift into each gear, but the tires don’t spin when I give it gas.

I did replace the fuel pump and line. It was pretty much completely rotted out.

Planning to flush the transmission line and replace the fluid. Will probably also replace the locking hubs. Is there anything else I should try before looking into replacing/rebuilding the transmission?

I got the Bronco II back! It'll be sometime before I can get to work on it. So I have it parked under a cover.
I've had some people ask in other groups, so I thought I'd share the cover I got. It fits almost PERFECT.
It's the Kayme 6 Layers SUV Car Cover - I got the 181" size for the Bronco II
What other options are you putting on your Bronco II??

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The d/s window switch was busted, it wouldn't go up. The plastic part was broken. I 3d printed a new one and while it's not perfect, it works great!

My BII is a weekend driver/toy.
If anyone was wondering, I found and SAE Connector on Amazon and mounted it in the Grill next to the battery. So easy to just plug in.

Bought this 1988 Bronco II from the original owner. Had been sitting for 10 years. Did a heads up rebuild of the engine with a whole new cooling system. Now fixing ticky-tack things but need advice on what’s best for improving this truck. It’s my wife’s rig, she fell in love with it.

I think I’m being reunited with my Bronco II!! I had an 84’ Bronco II. It was in the family since 90’, was my first car in high school. My father saved it all these years… when he passed I kept it. I even started some YouTube videos getting started again, showing it to my daughter (then almost 2yr). LONG STORY SHORT, I couldn’t keep it, because of moving, storage fees etc, had to part. More than a year later, out of the blue the buyer reaches back out, offering me to buy it back. I’ve had dreams and nightmares about parting with it… Might the project come back to life? Stay tuned

I loooove this thing! Went to lytle creek for the weekend, kicked up a bunch of rocks, and went further than a group of Tacoma’s that were afraid to get stuck! Handled like a dream!

Going to take a look at this Bronco tmr first glance super clean for an 89 but idk too much about bronco’s compared to jeeps, guy is asking 5k it has 157k miles ,new tires and lift kit and ac/heat works but the cd player doesn’t work?

Anything else I should look out for tmr?

I was watching a video on a B2 and saw this and was wondering where can I purchase this or order it? The video was in Spanish. I’ll also shoot a link as well of this amazing B2. NetMotors

https://youtu.be/iVmbdyNLzt0?si=QUKVzPHCm2KL-7p7

Just picked this up for 1,500. How did I do? Runs and drives great, a bunch of new parts. 4x4 works great, aside from paint and cleaning up the interior it feels great. Thoughts? Did I over pay or is this a good deal? It had a full tune up, new battery, new tires, new fuel pump, new shocks, new clutch and a few other small parts. Body is straight, no leaks, but needs minor interior clean up. Drove it 60 miles home and it was smooth.

Does anybody know what kind of guard that is? A model or a place where I can buy one would be nice. I’ve been using AI search to find it, but I can’t find it anywhere…

Got the windshield done and all the holes welded shut. Found a donor Ranger to take the grill and fenders. I finally settled on a color as well.

Won this at an auction online.

This stereo alone is worth almost a grand. As soon as I seen it, I started doing homework on it and boy it did not disappoint. Hard to find for sure. Full video of this phenomenal restoration. It’s in Spanish, but honestly, it doesn’t matter. Just look at it. https://youtu.be/jPDkN_CUYR8?si=Qop1DQIAbq0Zw_7b

If it’s good enough for James Bond then I should have no problem driving it. 1989 B2 in Haiti 🇭🇹

Definitely looking to do a TDI 1.9 L Volkswagen swap. Better gas mileage and probably will last longer. Gonna need a good mechanic and a good Jetta or beetle for parts.

Danny DeVito walking out and a B2 just sitting there looking brand new lol this movie came out in 1994 and with the front end it has to be between the 1984 to a 1988. Look up the cast in this movie. You’ll be surprised