The 1966 Ford Bronco is in many ways in a class of it’s own. This was the first year model of the Ford Bronco and while the body style remained basically the same throughout the Early Broncos (1966 to 1977 model years) there are some intrinsic differences in the 66 version that makes this year […]

The Broncos didn’t change a lot from the 1966 to the 1967 year model.  The stock engine was still a 170 ci inline six-cylinder with an option to upgrade to the 289 ci small block Ford V8.  In 1967, the U14 Half Cab Bronco was renamed from “Sport Utility” to “Pickup” by Ford’s marketing department.  […]

1968 Ford Broncos were largely unchanged from the 1966 & 67 Bronco models.  One major change could be found in the doors.  The lower door shells were re-stamped and the door striker position was relocated.  The door latches were also redesigned in 1968 and the door latch rods were made thicker making them less likely to […]

A few major changes were found in the 1969 Ford Bronco model as compared to previous models.  In 1969, Ford Motor Company introduced the new 302 V8 engine as  a replacement for the popular 289 V8 option.  Also, the door window frames were changed from a bolt-in style and now came welded to the lower […]

The 1970 Ford Bronco saw very little change from previous models.  The major difference can be seen in the addition of side marker lights to replace the previous reflectors.  These lights were rectangular plastic buckets with light pigtails that mount into the back of the buckets.  The new marker light system would be used throughout […]

In mid-1971, Ford transitioned the early Broncos from coming with Dana 30 model front differentials, to the much more popular Dana 44 model front end. This beefed up the front end of the 1971 Ford Bronco exponentially and made it much more off-road worthy. This was the biggest change made to the 71 Bronco which […]

One major change in the 1972 Ford Bronco was Ford’s modification of the fuel system to include additional vapor control system in an attempt to improve fuel economy and reduce emissions.  The catalyst for this change was the 1972 oil crisis in which gas prices skyrocketed from 38.5 cents per gallon to 55.1 cents (imagine […]

In 1973, Ford introduced two very popular upgrades for the early Bronco.  First was a new Power Steering option which took the pressure off trying to corner in tight situations.  This powers steering setup featured a new power steering box designed specifically for the early Bronco that mounted on the outside of the driver’s side […]

1974 Ford Broncos were the last year to come with a points ignition.  Like the year before, 74 Broncos were now offered with a 200 cu. in. when opting for the 6-cylinder option.  Also, the two-spoke steering wheel found on 66-73 Broncos was tossed aside and replaced by the thicker centered steering wheel that was […]

Because of the many upgrades Ford launched in 76, the 1975 Ford Bronco could be considered the last year of an era for the early Ford Bronco.  The 75 Bronco was the last year to feature front drum brakes, manual hydraulic brakes as the only option, a 6 turn power steering box which would be […]

The 1976 Ford Bronco featured a host of major upgrades headlined by standard factory front disc brakes.  This year also introduced the popular Vacuum Assist Power Brake Booster option which was included on most Broncos directly from the factory in 1976.  The steering system was also drastically changed in 76 with the development of a […]

The most desirable year of classic Broncos is 1977 and for good reason. The 1977 Ford Bronco featured the best array of creature comforts and mechanical upgrades of any early Bronco.  This included all the new upgrades offered in 76 including standard factory front disc brakes, optional (almost always installed) power brakes and power steering. […]