You don’t see a lot of Ford Bronco II’s set up for overlanding, so it’s nice when you actually find one. Chris Rodriguez has done a great job setting his up for some off pavement adventures.
The stock Dana 28 and Ford 7.5-inch axles were replaced with larger Dana 35 and Ford 8.8 axles. ARB air lockers and Yukon 4.56 gears ensure that the BFGoodrich 32-inch KTM’s get traction and keep the Bronco II crawling forward. A Skyjacker 4-inch lift with extended radius arms make room for the tires.
Other upgrades include:
- ARB twin compressor
- JL speaker Evolution series 8900 LED headlights
- Spod switch system
- James Duff rear plate bumper with custom dual gas can holder and tire carrier (modified by Rock solid off road)
- Safari snorkel for a 60 series land cruiser custom fitted fully sealed
- Custom T-Rax roof rack by Rock solid off road
- CVT roof top tent
- 4.0 HD Explorer radiator with flex-a-lite electric fan
- Ham radio
- KC hilites rock lights as interior lighting
- ARB 50qt fridge
- Back up camera.
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About The Author
Jim Oaks is a longtime Ford truck and SUV enthusiast and the founder of The Ranger Station and Bronco II Corral. With decades of hands-on experience, he writes both technical and non-technical articles covering the Ford Bronco II, including mechanical systems, factory engineering, common upgrades, and detailed feature vehicle write-ups.
In addition to technical content, Jim documents Bronco II history, rare factory and aftermarket models, production details, and original Ford marketing materials. His work is based on firsthand experience, original documentation, and long-term involvement in the Ford enthusiast community.
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