Tom's Offroad carries factory Ford shop manuals, owner's manuals, and history books for the early Bronco (1966–1977) and full-size Bronco (1978–1996). These manuals cover engine, drivetrain, electrical, and body repair procedures specific to each year. A factory shop manual is an essential reference for any serious early Bronco restoration or mechanical repair.

A shop manual (also called a service manual) contains detailed repair procedures, specifications, torque values, wiring diagrams, and diagnostic information intended for mechanics. An owner's manual contains basic operating instructions and maintenance schedules. For restoration and repair work, a shop manual is far more useful, the owner's manual won't help you rebuild a transfer case or trace an electrical fault.

Factory Ford shop manuals in PDF format are available through various online sources and enthusiast communities, though copyright status varies. Tom's Offroad sells original printed factory manuals, which are preferred by many restorers for their completeness and accuracy. Aftermarket manuals from Chilton and Haynes are available in both print and digital formats and cover common service procedures for most model years.

A factory early Bronco shop manual covers every mechanical system on the vehicle including engine specifications and overhaul procedures, transmission and transfer case service, front and rear axle rebuilding, brake system service, electrical wiring diagrams, body measurements and panel replacement, and climate control service. It's the definitive reference document for restoring an early Bronco to factory specification.

Chilton and Haynes aftermarket manuals are adequate for common service tasks like tune-ups, brake jobs, and fluid changes. However, they lack the depth and year-specific detail of the factory Ford shop manual for complex repairs like engine rebuilds, wiring diagnosis, and body specifications. For a thorough restoration, using the factory shop manual alongside an aftermarket guide gives the best coverage.