what did the 302/tranny come out of? stock AOD's are ok in very mild applications. also the AOD got a bunch of internal upgrades in 87 so anything older is going to suck. a C4 or C6 might be the better way to go.
think about it like this. a normal engine replacement at a shop will range anywhere from $1500-3500 and thats for pulling and replacing with same engine type.
you know what all is involved when doing a 5.0 swap i would assume. the 4.6 is a totally different beast, much wider then a 302 motor...
looks like the rear pinnion angle needs some work, neat build though for sure.
that rear wishbone setup is different, not your typical 4link type setup. how can it flex being setup that way?? be curious to see this on a ramp. looks tough on those boggers also.
checking out a local BII for sale. has 2.8 which needs carb rebuilt and auto tranny. anyone know much about this perticular model BII. has 150K miles on it, second owner. interior is red and in good condition. askin $600 for it but i would pay more then 400 due to age and such.
eventual plans...
was the bronco running when you checked the fluid? i would service the tranny if it hasnt been done in awhile. you might also pull codes, do a tune up etc..
just curious does it sound like an air plan under your hood when the vehicle is running. a bad fan clutch can rob power from that little...
if you run the colder tstat on an efi motor it will run rich all the time. the computer needs the motor to hit those temps for a reason. if your running to hot i suggest getting a better fan setup or a larger radiator
i think coils up front would give you the better flex offroad and better ride on road. i know how those roads get there in SJ, was a part time resident back on 2000.
so why havent you dont a shackle flip? I would think the additional lift and flex would be an improvement over how you have it currently setup in the back there.
when strapping a vechicle to a trailer shouldnt you attach to the frame with the lines running across each other. if you just run to the diffs you are allowing the body sway to cause the trailer to move. Here in oregon if the load isnt secured properly its a huge fine.
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