Ford Bronco: A History of Ford's Legendary 4x4
Описание книги
GIs returning after World War II created an entirely new automotive market niche when they bought surplus Jeeps and began exploring the rugged backcountry of the American West. This burgeoning market segment, which eventually became known as sport utility vehicles (SUVs), numbered about 40,000 units per year with offerings from Jeep, Scout, Toyota, and Land Rover. In 1966, Ford entered the fray with its Bronco, offering increased refinement, more power, and an innovative coil-spring front suspension. The Bronco caught on quickly and soon established a reputation as a solid backcountry performer. In Baja, the legendary accomplishments of racers such as Parnelli Jones, Rod Hall, and Bill Stroppe further cemented the bobtail's reputation for toughness. <p>Ford moved upstream with the introduction of the larger Bronco for 1978, witnessing a huge increase in sales for the second-generation trucks. The Twin Traction Beam front end was introduced in the third generation, and further refinements including more aerodynamic styling, greater luxury, and more powerful fuel-injected engines came on board in the generations that followed. Through it all, the Bronco retained its reputation as a tough, versatile, and comfortable rig, both on and off the paved road. With the reintroduction of the Bronco for 2020, Ford is producing a vehicle for a whole new generation of enthusiasts that looks to bring modern styling and performance to the market while building on the 30-year heritage of the first five generations of the Bronco so dearly loved by their owners.<p>From the development process and details of the first trucks through the 1996 models, author Todd Zuercher shares technical details, rarely seen photos, and highlights of significant models along with the stories of those people whose lives have been intertwined with the Bronco for many years. This book will have new information for everyone and will be a must-have for longtime enthusiasts and new owners alike!
Оглавление
Todd Zuercher. Ford Bronco: A History of Ford's Legendary 4x4
TABLE OF CONTENTS
DEDICATION
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
FOREWORD. by James Duff, Founder, James Duff Enterprises
FOREWORD. by Parnelli Jones
INTRODUCTION
IN THE BEGINNING
Development
Introducing the Bronco
Models
U13 Roadster
U14 Sports Utility
U15 Wagon
Reviews
Engines
170 I-6
289 V-8
Transmission
Transfer Case
Axles and Suspension
Dana 30
Rear Axle
Body
Interior
Tires and Wheels
Colors
Options
Production and Collectibility
1967–1969: TWO BUILDING ON A GOOD THING AND REFINING THE BREED
Reviews
Powertrain
Engine
170
289
302
Transmission
Transfer Case
Axles and Suspension
Body
1967
1968
1969
Interior
1967
1968
1969
Tires and Wheels
Colors
Collectability
Production
1970–1972 MIDDLE AGE
Reviews
Engine
170
302
Emissions
Axles and Suspension
Dana 44-1
Body
Interior
Explorer
Tires and Wheels
Colors
Production and Collectibility
Stroppe Baja Bronco
Baja Bronco Modifications
1973–1975
1973–1975:IMPROVEMENTS FINALLY ARRIVE
Reviews
Engine
1973
1974
1975 Northland Special Package
Transmission
Transfer Case
Axles and Suspension
Body
Interior
Sport
Explorer
Ranger
Tires and Wheels
Colors
Production and Collectability
1976-1977: GOING OUT ON TOP
Marketing
Engine
Transmission
Brakes
Steering
Haltenberger Linkage
Chassis
Axles and Suspension
Body
Colors
Interior and Trim Levels
Base
Sport
Ranger
Explorer
Special Décor Group
Tires and Wheels
Collectability and Value
Stroppe Ambulance Bronco
1978-1979: BIGGER IS BETTER
History and Development
Prototype Development
Body Design
Features
Engine
351M
400
Transmission
Transfer Case
Axles
Steering
Suspension
Towing Packages
Interior
Convenience Group
AM/FM Radio
Security Group
Cargo Area/Spare Tire
Mirrors
Trim Levels
Custom
Ranger XLT
Free Wheelin’ Package
Colors and Paint Schemes
Tires and Wheels
Collectibility and Production
1980–1986: SMALLER AND LIGHTER
History and Development
Features and Press
Engine
351M
302
300 6-Cylinder
351 Windsor
351 H.O
Fuel Injection
Toolbox
Transmission
4-Speed with Overdrive
4-Speed AOD
Transfer Case
Axles and Suspension
Front Axle Locking Hubs
Rear Axle
Towing
Interior
Package Bundling
Trim Packages
Custom
Ranger XLT
Free Wheelin’ Packages
XLS
Eddie Bauer
Colors
Tires and Wheels
Production Numbers and Collectibility
Legacy
1987–1991: EIGHT CLEAN AND AERODYNAMIC
Engine
300
302
351
Transmission
M5OD
M5OD-HD
E4OD
Transfer Case
Axles and Brakes
Anti-Locking Brake System
Interior
Trim Packages
Custom
XLT
Eddie Bauer
Silver Anniversary Edition
Nite Edition
Paint and Colors
Tires and Wheels
Production and Collectibility
1992–1996: THE FINAL LAP
Reviews
Engine
5.8 Upgrades
Transmission
Transfer Case
Axles and Suspension
Interior
Leather Seat
Trim Levels
Custom
XLT
XLT Nite
XLT Sport
Eddie Bauer
Tires and Wheels
Paint and Colors
Production and Collectability
Desert Prerunners
1984–1990: BRONCO II: THE DEUCE
1984–1988
1989–1990
Styling and Features
Engine
2.8 V-6
2.9 V-6
2.3 Turbo Diesel
Transmission
Transfer Case
Axles
Suspension
Snow Plow Package
Steering and Brakes
Towing
Interior
Trim Levels
Standard/XL
XLS/XLS Sport
XLT
Eddie Bauer
Tires and Wheels
Paint and Colors
Production and Collectability
BRONCOS IN ELEVEN COMPETITION
Autocross
Sand Drags
Monster Trucks
Drag Racing
Off-Road Racing
Bill Stroppe
National Off-Road Racing Association
Big Oly II
Rough Riders
NORRA Returns
Parnelli Jones
1968 Mint 400
1968 NORRA Mexican 1000
1969 Season
1970 Baja 500
Big Oly
1970 Mexican 1000
1971 Mexican 1000
1972 Mexican 1000
1973 Mint 400 and Baja 500
INDEX
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N
O
P
R
S
T
V
W
X
Y
Отрывок из книги
Dedication
Acknowledgments
.....
The Bronco featured body-on-frame construction, combining a ladder frame with a unitized body (the cargo section of the body and the front seat and engine area were all one piece rather than separate structures as on conventional pickup trucks). The Bronco’s frame was fully boxed along the length of its two rails and its two primary crossmembers, which made it extremely strong and stiff. The combination of the Bronco’s unitized body and strong frame made it about three to four times torsionally stiffer than a pickup truck of the same era. Adding a roof increased the torsion and bending stiffness and adding doors increased the bending stiffness. The front and rear bumpers also provided a substantial contribution to the torsional stiffness.
This test involved test dummies in the front and rear seats, with dummy number-9 eerily looking at the camera as the front of the truck collapses around its legs. The rear-seat dummy has an arm outstretched, likely mimicking the reaction of a passenger in such a collision. (Photo Courtesy Jeff Trapp)
.....