Jon and Donnie take a look at one of Donnie's projects and talk about what to look for in an old a rusty frame. Then, they go through the tools that every weekend mechanic should have in their garage. **Tools** Milwaukee Impact Driver - https://amzn.to/48W5z9y Neiko deep impact sockets - https://amzn.to/3tP8cvb PROTO torque wrenches https://www.northerntool.com/categories/torque-wrenches?f=Brand%3AProto&ogmap=SEM%7CDSA%7CGOOG%7CSTND%7Cc%7CSITEWIDE%7C%7C%7C%7C%7C60795791%7C6175160111&utm_...
Feb 14, 2024•1 hr•Transcript available on Metacast Jon and Donnie take 3 new Ford Bronco's for a test drive and talk about their list of Must Have Mods for the new Bronco. Must Have Mod 1 Jon: Lift Kit and bigger tires - https://tomsoffroad.com/ford/suspension---6g-bronco Donnie: Havoc offroad bumpers - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/ford-bronco-front-bumper-havoc-offroad-steel-bender Must Have Mod 2 Jon: Light bar - https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/kc-hilites-gravity-pro6-light-bar-kit-gen-6-ford-bronco Donnie: Icon Stage 7 lift kit - https://www.i...
Jan 30, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Transcript available on Metacast On today's episode, Jon and Donnie review all the upcoming Ford Bronco events for 2024. They talk about what each event offers and what to expect, and which ones they have attended or plan to attend.
Jan 16, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, it's not about a gift list suggested for you, but really all the parts Jon and Donnie want for our 4 Ford Bronco builds. So start saving up or start us a go fund me (us) page. Jon and I would like to thank you for an amazingly fun 2023 with the Broncast!
Dec 18, 2023•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode Jon and Donnie have some good laughs about things they have done, and tried, to make their Broncos warmer when winter's cold air creeps inside... Everywhere! They offer some good (and not so good) advice on things they have implemented to warm up a Ford Bronco.
Dec 12, 2023•45 min•Transcript available on Metacast if you are considering buying the new Ford Bronco then you should listen to this podcast where Jon and Donnie will point you to the right model and what they are currently selling for used. They also talk about all their experiences owning and driving new Broncos, telling the "Good and the Bad". The Ford Bronco is the winner over the Jeep in every way as a daily worker, family SUV, tried and tested trail rig and even on the race course as the current champion.
Dec 05, 2023•40 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode Jon and Donnie hang out with our youngest / full size Bronco buddies Carson Collie and Parker White. We get their "Bronco Bios" and ask too many questions about what you probably need to do if you have are fixing up a full size Ford Bronco.
Nov 28, 2023•40 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode Jon and Donnie talk about all the NEW parts we like from SEMA 2023 Las Vegas aftermarket industry show. We even talk about one or two of the worst things we saw!
Nov 20, 2023•40 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode Jon and Donnie get a great "Bronco Bio"from Keisha Lynn and her "Pink Bronco". We also answer a multi-part question(s) from a listener about "What are the first things I should do restoring a classic Bronco?"
Nov 13, 2023•45 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode Jon and Donnie talk about rising full size Ford Bronco values, what you can get a "cheap" (Gen 2 through Gen 5, 1978 to 1996), and what you can get if you spend alot. We also want to share two middle tiers in between and discuss a few current sale ads Jon found on the internet.
Nov 06, 2023•41 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode Jon and Donnie share Ford Bronco owner's shocking and funny "Bronco Horror Stories" we received in 2023. Share your Bronco Horror story with us and it might make the next episode where we share "Bronco Fails" or next year's Bronco horror stories episode.
Oct 30, 2023•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode Jon and Donnie compare their lists of WORST upgrades for all generation Broncos and narrow it down to the Top 10 worst upgrades. We also find out what the 10 best selling upgrades are for an early Bronco.
Oct 24, 2023•42 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode Jon and I seek out Ford Bronco owners and families and ask them about their Broncos they brought and drove on the off Road course at Holley's Ford Fest in Bowling Green, KY. Thank you to Lee and Michael from Tredwear tire lettering design's and their 1979 (Navigator?!), Bobby and Wade and their 3 early Bronco builds, and Matt Mooney our favorite Bronco Club President.
Oct 17, 2023•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast Jon and Donnie get the REAL Ford Fest "experience" in the their broncos getting some real hang time in the air with their Broncos going off the big jump and the other kind of hang time with Vaughn Gitton Jr, other guests. Jon and Matt put their engine builds to the test on the Chassis dyno and find out how much horsepower their Ford 302 engines really make.
Oct 09, 2023•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode Jon and Donnie answer questions about serpentine belt drive conversions, twin stick transfer cases, "stroker" engines and automatic transmission upgrades.
Sep 25, 2023•42 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode Jon and Donnie talk about the new Great Smokey Mountain Bronco Stampeded with Justin Murray and also have a "full size - Bronco Bio" with Spencer Stinnett
Sep 17, 2023•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode Jon and Donnie guide you to some of the best websites, forums, and resources to find information, parts, and reviews for classic early, full size, and Gen 6 Ford Broncos. We also get a live report from Tommy Stinson working at the Supercell west in Buena Vista, Colorado and Donnie asks Jon all about his youtube channel.
Sep 11, 2023•43 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode Jon and Donnie answer random Ford Bronco Questions from his Bronco dad hat and a few off topic questions to boot. Submit questions you would like us to answer in a future Random Questions From The Hat episode.
Sep 03, 2023•36 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode Jon and Donnie talk about all the things they have done to make their Broncos drive better. They can actually be much better than 1966 if you just do a few things.
Aug 28, 2023•38 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this follow up Episode Jon and Donnie have special Guest and new bronco owner Michael Seymour on the podcast talking about his eventful search, purchase and Bronco aftermath. We get the whole story and talk about what's next as he has to "reroute" his initial Bronco plans.
Aug 20, 2023•46 min•Transcript available on Metacast Jon and Donnie get to interview Rochelle "Shelly" Bovee about competing in the 3X Rebelle Rally competition from California to Mexico. She competes with her team mate and sister, Melissa, in their Dad's 1969 yellow Bronco.
Aug 14, 2023•38 min•Transcript available on Metacast Jon and Donnie get to hang out, go on trail rides with special guests: "Bronco man" Matt Hardy from Toms Off road, builder/driver/navigator Justin Barnes, and Blanco Bronco's Derick and Monica. A great time from the Toms Offroad BIG Saturday event stage in Medford, Oregon.
Aug 07, 2023•41 min•Transcript available on Metacast Jon and Donnie get the real Toms OffRoad story from Tom Wimmer, and his son Walt, from Tom's first bronco and how he began the part time Ford Bronco parts business in his Dad's backyard to where they are today. This episode of the Broncast was recorded during the 2023 Gala event at their new amazing sales showroom and 70,000 square foot parts warehouse in Medford, Oregon.
Jul 31, 2023•40 min•Transcript available on Metacast For the episode we went to Toms Offroad Rock and Roll Event in Medford Oregon to talk to some Bronco people from the area. Ryan is from Kendall Bronco club https://www.kendallbroncoclub.com/ Dave and Sandy are celebrating their 50th anniversary, and their Bronco has now traveled to all 50 states. Toms Offroad presented them with a check for $10,000 to celebrate all they had done for the Bronco community.
Jul 23, 2023•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode Jon and Donnie talk to Ian Johnson and ask him about his career in television, all the off road trucks and rigs he has built, and recommendations for building a serious off road Ford Broncos both early and new generations.
Jul 17, 2023•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode Jon and Donnie talk about how to buy a "cheap" early Ford Bronco. First, they needed to define "cheap" and categorize ones for sale into four price ranges. Secondly, where to find them and what your restoration expectations should be for buying a $4,000 "dirt cheap" Bronco or an all original $60,000 "driver". Ultimate Swag + $500 Gift Certificate giveaway! https://tomsoffroad.com/pages/uncategorized/ultimate-swag-bundle-giveaway/ Early access only link to the seat heater: https:/...
Jul 10, 2023•56 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this week's episode Jon and Donnie list off and talk about all the Ford Broncos in Pop Culture past movies, TV series, and music videos. How many of these have you seen? Green Acres Hawaii 5-0 Gone in 60 seconds ET Romancing the Stone Twin Peaks Terminator 2 Judgement Day My Cousin Vinny Dazed and Confused “Breakaway” by ZZ Top Speed Bad Boys Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas Charlie’s Angles Zoolander Oceans Eleven LOST “Don’t Cha” by The Pussycat Dolls and Busta Rhymes Need For Speed Straight ...
Jul 05, 2023•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast Last year, Donnie and I recorded an Episode on "Bronco Horror Stories" and we wanted to bring the episode back around for those who haven't heard this Episode. It's one of our favorites. We gathered these stories from you guys, our fans. If you have a great Bronco Horror story, send us an email Questions@thebroncast.com
Jun 26, 2023•43 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this Episode we are talking about all things Full Sized Broncos. Well, not all things, but some things... Donnie recently purchased a 1979 Ford Bronco, 2nd Generation, so he talks through his plans with the truck. And Jon will be working on a 5th Generation Bronco on his YouTube channel. Email us: questions@thebroncast.com Sign up for the Tom’s Offroad Newsletter HERE: http://eepurl.com/bIGHL...
Jun 19, 2023•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this Episode we are talking about Rebuilding the top end of the engine, and Father’s Day gift ideas. Email us: questions@thebroncast.com Sign up for the Tom’s Offroad Newsletter HERE: http://eepurl.com/bIGHL Jon’s Father’s Day Gift ideas: Subscription to Bronco Driver Magazine: www.broncodriver.com Tickets to Super Celebration: www.broncodriver.com Shirt from Nashville Early Bronco: www.nashvilleearlybronco.com Premium Seats from Toms Offroad: https://tomsoffroad.com/parts/66-77-ford-bronco-p...
Jun 12, 2023•36 min•Transcript available on Metacast