The Broncast - Ford Bronco

The Broncast - Ford Bronco

A podcast all about the Ford Bronco: Two Bronco enthusiast that enjoy talking about and sharing their knowledge of the Ford Bronco. Both Jon Melton and Donnie Whiteman own Broncos and work on Broncos, from the Classic first generation Bronco to the newest 6th generation Bronco. New episodes every Monday on Parts, Projects, DIY or PAY, Bronco History, Bronco versus, and your questions answered. Join us!

Episodes

December 30, 2024 42 mins

Jon and Donnie are looking back over the year, talking about their favorite moments of 2024 and plans for 2025.

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What is the "have to have" for you? Jon and Donnie drove around in Jon's truck and answered a bunch of "This or that" questions.

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Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/-fBE7IAp1ug

Are you in the market for a classic Early Ford Bronco? Before you buy, it’s crucial to know where these iconic 4x4s are most likely to have rust issues. In this video, we take a deep dive into all the common rust-prone areas of an Early Bronco, walking you through exactly what to look for when inspecting one. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or a first-time buyer, this vide...

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December 29, 2024 30 mins

Jon tells us his favorite bronco pick from Donnie's SEMA video and we have two special guest interviews from SEMA 2024 to share!

FULL SEMA VIDEO HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DY3ZJkE3wjo&t=247s

 

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Jon and Donnie talk through there Ford Bronco Restorations, where they are at, and what they have been working on.

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"Why are the 2024 Ford Bronco Prices Coming Down? What are the interior package problems? Do people still not view Ford as a vehicle that lasts? Bronco still doesn't have a V8, but Jeep has a V8?"

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What does wheeling look like in Alaska? What's your favorite tool on your 4200 mile trip? How many Bronco's have you had? Favorite upgrade you've done to your bronco? What's the craziest thing that happened on your trip from Alaska to Colorado?

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We Talk To Chris Greenwood with Greenwood Racing! "What's the craziest thing that has happened in a desert race? What Mods can you do to the truck? How Do The Radius Arm Mounts Hold Up? What Is It About The Bronco That Made You Choose It?"

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00:00 - Intro

04:42 - Driving Matt's Garage Early Bronco

06:15 - Tom's Offroad Rock and Roll Event

07:15 - Frame Horn repair Kit for the Early Bronco

09:38 - Track Bar Riser bracket for Dana 44

11:03 - Tubular Extended front radius arm Early Bronco

11:52 - Heavy duty Stock radius arm for Early Bronco

12.35 - New front bumper for early bronco

13:57 - replacement rear fuel tank brackets

14:25 - Ford 302 Oil Pan reinforcement...

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We interviewed and saw so many amazing Broncos at the Great Smoky Mountain Bronco Stampede. Check out some of our favorites!

 

Justin also arranges the Great Smoky Mountain Jeep invasion a week following this bronco show. They have over 20,000 jeeps at that show! Let’s beat that number next year for GSM!

 

Follow Jon and Donnie

Jon - https://www.instagram.com/nashvilleearlybronco/

Donnie - https://www.instagram.com/dreamweaverdonn...

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At the Great Smoky Mountain Bronco Stampede, Donnie found this modified 2024 Bronco Raptor and took it for a drive!

 

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Jon - https://www.instagram.com/nashvilleearlybronco/

Donnie - https://www.instagram.com/dreamweaverdonnie/

The BronCast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBronCast

Toms Offroad: https://tomsoffroad.com/

 

QUESTION - Have a question about the show? Drop it in the comments or email us at Que...

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September 4, 2024 15 mins

The Blanco Bronco clan was at Toms Offroad Rock and Roll Event, and we caught up with Derek and he took us around his 60,000 mile 6th Gen Bronco, let me drive it, and we got to talk with his family.

 

Blanco Bronco YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@blancobroncoadventures

 

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Jon - https://www.instagram.com/nashvilleearlybronco/

Donnie - https://www.instagram.com/dreamweaverdonnie/

The BronCast YouTube: https:/...

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This Bronco is a beast! 40” tires, 408 stroker, and a 6 speed transmission! Lets see if he’ll let me drive it

 

Follow Jon and Donnie

Jon - https://www.instagram.com/nashvilleearlybronco/

Donnie - https://www.instagram.com/dreamweaverdonnie/

The BronCast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBronCast

 

QUESTION - Have a question about the show? Drop it in the comments or email us at Questions@theBronCast.com

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We are at Tom's Rock and Roll event in Medford, Oregon. Follow along as we check out some of the Ford Bronco's we got to drive!

 

Matt's Garage YouTube channel:

https://www.youtube.com/@MattsGarage

 

Toms Offroad: www.tomsoffroad.com/

 

Follow Jon and Donnie

Jon - https://www.instagram.com/nashvilleearlybronco/

Donnie - https://www.instagram.com/dreamweaverdonnie/

The BronCast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBronCast

 

 

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This Ranger Bronco was on the podcast a few months ago when we talked about how the Ranger package was unique. In this episode, Jon and Donnie take the Ranger for a drive, but the Ranger doesn't want to run right. 

 

Steering linkage with new ball joints - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/76-77-ford-bronco-inverted-y-steering-linkage

Front suspension C bushings and Radius arm bushings - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/66-75-ford-bronco...

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Jon and Donnie walk around Donnies $68,000 early Ford Bronco restoration. Donnie shared his budget with us a few episodes back, now we get to take a look at what he's been working on.

 

00:00 - Welcome 

01:00 - Exterior Overview

01:50 - Under The Hood

05:40 - Interior Overview

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In this episode, Jon and Donnie discuss early Bronco steering geometry with practical tips and key insights.

 

  • Excessive Movement in the Engine bay - With the tires on the ground, saw the steering wheel back and forth looking for excessive movement or play in the engine bay. Steering box, steering shaft.
  • Excessive Movement under the Bronco - With the tires on the ground, saw the steering wheel back and forth looking f...
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Today we're talking about the things I wish I knew before starting a bronco restoration,  and also sharing what we spent on our Ford Bronco Restorations!

 

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In todays episode we have a special guest Jason from Jason and Jonie builds YouTube channel and we take a drive and give our opinions of a 76 bronco that was Just purchased for $48,000.

 

Jason and Jonie Builds YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JasonJonieBuilds

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