Introduction
The Bronco II wheel openings in the fenders are so small that you can’t fit a 31-inch tire without either trimming the fenders or installing a lift to move the fender up and out of the way.
Some people cut the fender openings out to make the tires fit, some add Pacer Flexy Flares to clean up the edges, and some use Bushwacker Cut Out Fender Flares. If you added a lift and larger tires, they most likely stick out beyond the body.
Using fiberglass fenders will actually give you an opening that will easily accept a 35-inch tire, but they also come in widths that will cover the wider tires. This is especially helpful if you’ve swapped in wider axles.
Who Makes The Fiberglass
Fiberwerx
Fiberwerx makes quality fiberglass fenders. They list the for the Ford Ranger, but the Ford Ranger and Bronco II use the same front fenders. These Fiberwerx fenders come with a 6-Inch bulge and a 2.5-Inch rise. In the photo of the gray 1989-1992 Ford Ranger, you can see the rise difference between the front fender and the stock bedside. So, the wheel opening is tall, wider, and the fender extends out from the truck 6-inches wider than stock.
1984-1988 Front Fenders:
1989-1990 Front Fenders:
See more at: FiberwerX | Fiberglass & Carbon Fiber Products
McNeil Racing
McNeil Racing offers fiberglass front fenders for the Ford Bronco II and Ranger. McNeil’s fenders come in either a 3-inch bulge or a 6-inch bulge and has a 2-Inch wider wheel opening (rise). McNeil states that their fenders fit a 33-35 inch tire.
1984-1988 Front Fenders:
1989-1990 Front Fenders:
McNeil Racing makes a fiberglass quarter panel for the 1984-1990 Ford Bronco II, but they refer to them as ‘bedsides’. These panels provide a 3-inch bulge but McNeil doesn’t list the tire size that will fit. From the photos you can see that they’re clearly larger than stock. also
See more at: McNeil Racing Inc – Off Road Fiberglass and Fabrication
Factory BS
Factory BS has a nice fat rear bedsides for your Bronco II if you’re running full-width axles. They state that their bedside is approximately 10-inches wider than stock and fits up to a 40-inch tire.
See more at: MCRD BRONCO ii (BRONCO2) bedsides PRERUNNER REAR FENDERS – Factory BS
US Body
Us Body is the only company I know of that makes a fiberglass hood for the 1984-1990 Ford Bronco II / Ranger.
1984-1988 Cowl Hood
1989-1990 Cowl Hood
1989-1990 Mach 1 Hood
See more at: Home – US Body
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.
Through his sites, Jim has built comprehensive reference libraries that serve owners, builders, restorers, collectors, and historians, helping preserve the Bronco II’s technical knowledge and historical significance.