1976 Ford Bronco

This Bronco began as a professionally restored 1976 Ford Bronco built by Maxlider Brothers Customs. Since taking ownership, it has become an ongoing project of refinement, maintenance, troubleshooting, upgrades, and continuous learning.

While the major restoration had already been completed, ownership has meant understanding every system, solving problems as they arise, documenting repairs, and making thoughtful improvements over time.

The project became less about restoring an old truck and more about truly understanding it.

The Bronco arrived with extensive mechanical and cosmetic upgrades already completed, including a complete rebuild of the Ford 302 V8, FiTech EFI conversion, C4 automatic transmission, James Duff suspension system, and Borgeson steering conversion.

Also included: a four-row aluminum radiator, modern EFI fuel system, LED headlights and taillights, backup camera, Apple CarPlay audio, interior sound insulation, new carpeting, a soft top, and numerous cosmetic and mechanical restoration details throughout the truck.

Owning a classic Bronco means the project never really ends.

Early ownership involved diagnosing intermittent starting issues, EFI quirks, fuel odors, cooling concerns, and the normal surprises that accompany a fifty-year-old vehicle modernized with contemporary components.

One of the most significant repairs began as what appeared to be a leaking water pump. Further inspection uncovered corrosion and sealing issues around the intake manifold. The project ultimately included replacing the water pump, resealing the intake manifold, replacing the thermostat, flushing the cooling system, changing the engine oil and filter, and adjusting the brake booster.

During the repair, the engine itself was inspected internally and confirmed to be in excellent condition.

Discussions with Maxlider also provided additional insight into the original build, including the complete engine rebuild, why the original low-profile intake manifold was retained instead of switching to a taller Edelbrock unit, and other design decisions that shaped the truck.

The goal has never been to create a perfect show vehicle. It's to own a Bronco that's driven regularly, continually improved, carefully documented, and thoroughly understood.