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Bracket Fastener Replacement TSB 91-21-08 (Excerpt) on the Right Side Radius Arm for Vehicles Built Prior to Feb 90
Left Drift or Pull While Braking “Recession Steer” TSB 92-18-10 for 80-92 Bronco & F 150 & 89-92 F 250
Popping/Creaking TSB 97-03-10 for 80-96 BRONCO, F-150, F-250 LD 1980-97 F-250 HD, F-350 1988-97 F SUPER DUTY, F-47
Radius Arm Replacement, Drift or Pull While Braking TSB 98-5A-46 for 88-96
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Bracket Fasteners Replacement TSB 91-21-08 (Excerpt) on the Right Side Radius Arm on Vehicles Built Prior to Feb 90
Source: by Ford via by Steve83 (Steve, That dirty old truck) at SuperMotors.net
Bracket Info & pic; "...E8TZ-3A292-A less than $100 from the dealership. The bolts holding it on the axle housing took over 250 lb-ft to remove..."
Source: by Steve83 (Steve, That dirty old truck) at SuperMotors.net
Bracket, Cage, New C Channel Design Discussion
Source: by members at FSB
Bracket, Custom Discussion
Source: by members at FSB
Bracket, Custom Discussion (NOV 04)
Source: by members at FSB
Bracket, Custom Fabrication & Installation in a 96
Source: by GKR (Greg R) at FSB
Bracket, Custom Fabrication & Installation in a 96
Source: by GKR (Greg R) at SuperMotors.net
Bracket, Custom Fabrication & Installation in an 89
Source: by Stomper4x4 at FSB
Bushing & Bracket Replacement in an 81 (pics are gone)
Source: by 81Bronk36 (1BadBronco, Matt K) at FSB
Bushing (Insulators) Removal & Installation & Torques in a 96 from 1996 F-150, F-250 4x4 and Bronco Workshop Manual
Source: by Ford via thedieselstop.com
Bushing and Bracket Replacement in a 95
Source: by bds3795 at FSB
Bushing Replacement in a 95
Source: by s1120 (Paul B) at FSB
Bushing Replacement in an 81
Source: by Bryan (BigB, Pile_Of_Parts, The Black Beast) at bigb.netfirms.com
Bushing Replacement in an 81
Source: by Matt K (1BadBronco, 81Bronk36) at SuperMotors.net
Bushing Replacement in an 84
Source: by Justshootme84 (Randy Z, Casual Mudder) at Ford Bronco Zone Forums
Bushing Replacement in an 86
Source: by Mrit (Chris) at FSB
Bushing Replacement pics in a 94
Source: by Richard B at SuperMotors.net
Bushing Replacement Tips
Source: by Paul A at BAT Auto
Bushing Replacement, Moog without extended radius arms
Source: by Josh at ford.Off-Road.com
Cage Info & pics in a 94
Source: by Haustkraft ("Haust", Rob, The Green Macheen) at FSB
Cage pics in an 89
Source: by triplesix at SuperMotors.net
Caster Adjusting Bushings Depiction for 80-96 Bronco
Source: by ingallseng.com
Diagram w/Bent & twisted extension Info & pics in an 85
Source: by Chris C (Chris85xlt, Erika) at SuperMotors.net
Discussion
Source: by members at FSB
Extended & Boxed, Stone Crusher Installation in a 78
Source: by John S (SquattyD) at FSB
Extended & Boxed, Stone Crusher pics & info in a 78
Source: by John S (SquattyD) at SuperMotors.net
Extended & Boxed, Stone Crusher pics & info in a 78 (must register to view)
Source: by John S (SquattyD) at bucknakedoffroad.com
Extended Bracket Location, Dick Cepek info & pics in a 95
Source: by gretna1970 at SuperMotors.net
Extended Bracket Location, Dick Cepek info & pics in a 95
Source: by gretna1970 at FSB
Extended Fabrication & Installation in a 79
Source: by bronczilla (MEAT) at SuperMotors.net
Extended Fabrication, w/Superflex® Joints in a 93
Source: by 93sky4x (Bo T) at FSB
Extended Modification & Installation of a 78-79 in a 95
Source: by Rafael E (Bronkzilla, stressed, The Limo) at bronkzilla.com
Extended pic, Tuff Country in a 93
Source: by Doba (SOLD) at public.fotki.com
Extended pics & info in a 78 (Project Big NASTY)
Source: by stx4wheeler (Kevin D) at TAMOR tamor.us
Extended pics & info in a 91
Source: by David B (dblue, One Ton 91, Centurion) at SuperMotors.net
Extended pics & info in an 86
Source: by kenny714 at FSB
Extended pics in an 80
Source: by Tim F (Timmy, TIM-MAY) at SuperMotors.net
Extended pics, Dick Cepek Installation in an 86
Source: by Gacknar (The Mall-Crawler, Jeremy, "Big grey megga beast") at SuperMotors.net
Fabrication & Installation in a 78
Source: by HD78bronco (Brian B) at SuperMotors.net
Fabrication & Installation, 78-79 for DOM tubing in an 86
Source: by Bob K (nwbronco, Big Boy) at SuperMotors.net
Fabrication for Dana 60 SAS in an 89
Source: by Dawgfan at FSB
Fabrication in a 92 F 350
Source: by hav24wheel (define crazy) at FSB
Fabrication in a 94
Source: by .5RedBronc (ToddACimer, Todd C, NJDevil1331) at FSB
Heims & Extensions Fabrication & Installation in a 78
Source: by crawler (Andrew T, custom_78) at The Web Wheeler
Heims & Extensions Fabrication & Installation in a 94
Source: by Damon H (Plug Ugly) at SuperMotors.net
Heims & Extensions Fabrication & Installation in a 94 (more pics)
Source: by Damon H (Plug Ugly) at SuperMotors.net
Heims & Extensions Fabrication & Installation pics in a 78
Source: by crawler (Andrew T, custom_78) at SuperMotors.net
Heims & Extensions Fabrication& Installation in a 94
Source: by Damon H (Plug Ugly) at FSB
Info & pic; "...The original L bracket is factory-bolted on, so changing it will probably be easier than straightening the frame flange. This cost less than $50 from the dealership..."
Source: by Steve83 (Steve, That dirty old truck) at SuperMotors.net
Information by Manufacturer: Coil Spring Rates, Coil Spring Free Lengths, New Rear Spring Pak Spring Rates, Radius Arm Lengths, Add a Leaf Spring Rates
Source: by Patrick N at delta4x4club.com
Installation, Energy Suspension® in 80-96
Source: by Energy Suspension® via jegs.com
Installation, James Duff in a 78
Source: by Slim C (MTN BOUN) at SuperMotors.net
Installation, James Duff in a 78
Source: by Slim C (MTN BOUN) at FSB
Jig Fabrication pics in a 90
Source: by cupcake (OJ) at SuperMotors.net
Left Drift or Pull While Braking “Recession Steer” TSB 92-18-10 for 80-92 Bronco & F 150 & 89-92 F 250; "...The vehicle may drift or pull left during braking, with no torque in the steering wheel. This condition is known as “recession steer” and may be caused by the radius arm front pivot bushings. Confirm that “recession steer” exists and, if necessary, replace the left hand radius arm bushing with the flat front retainer and both front pivot bushings with a new bushing bushings. Refer to the following procedure for service details. THIS PROCEDURE CAN ONLY BE USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH TSB 91-21-8 TO COMPLETELY RESOLVE THIS CONDITION. Confirm that “recession steer” exists and segregate it from possible brake pull. “Recession steer” must be correctly identified and segregated from brake pull. “Recession steer” is identified by the vehicle drifting or pulling left during braking with no torque felt in the steering wheel. With the right hand radius arm pivot bracket bolted on, as in current production, and no brake imbalance (correctly performing TSB 91-21-8 will assure this), the amount of left drift that could result from “recession steer”, if corrective steering wheel input is not applied, during a moderate hard stop from 50 mph (80 km/h), is no more than 4 feet (1.2 m). The revised bushings are designed to correct this magnitude of “recession steer” REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT; Refer .to the to the 1992 F-Series And Bronco Service Manual, Section 04-01A, for removal and replacement of the following components. Replace the left hand (driver’s side) radius arm bushing cupped front retainer with the flat front no torque in the steering wheel. This condition is retainer (F2TZ-3B186-A). Replace the left hand (driver’s side) radius arm front pivot bushing with the new bushing (F2TZ-3B203-A). It is yellow in color with “LEFT HAND ONLY” molded in the front face. Replace the right hand (passenger side) radius front pivot arm front pivot bushing with a new bushing (F2TZ-3B203-B). REUSE THE ORIGINAL NYLON REAR BUSHING SPACER AND REAR BUSHING, UNLESS EXCESSIVE WEAR IS FOUND. REPLACE WITH (E5TZ-3B244-A) AND (D9TZ-3B203-A) RESPECTIVELY, IF REPLACEMENT IS NECESSARY. TIGHTEN BOTH THE LEFT HAND AND RIGHT HAND RADIUS ARM NUTS TO THE SPECIFIED 80-120 LB-FT (109-163 N•m). 4. Set total toe to 1/32″ (.794mm) toe in. TIMES FOR TSB 91-21-8 DIAGNOSTICS WILLVARY DEPENDING ON WHAT IS FOUND. THEREFORE, DIAGNOSTIC TIME IS NOT INCLUDED. REFER TO TSB 91-21-8 FOR DIAGNOSTIC TIMES. PART NUMBER PART NAME; F2TZ-3B186-A Radius Arm Bushing; F2TZ-3B203-A Front Pivot Bushing, LH; F2TZ-3B203-B Front Pivot Bushing, RH; E5TZ-3B244-A Rear Bushing Spacer; D9TZ-3B203-A Rear Bushing..."
Source: by Ford via Chilton
Lubrication, Daystar Polyurethane Bushing; "...Daystar™ Lubrathane is specially formulated with Teflon* so that it lubricates, insulates and penetrates. When applied during installation it creates a durable, protective film to lubricant between your polyurethane and metal components. It virtually eliminates metal to metal contact even under the most extreme conditions. Lubrathane is water proof and corrosion resistant, and will not attract dirt or sand..."
Source: by Daystar daystarweb.com
Lubrication, Polyurethane Bushing; "...The best information we have acquired about this is from the people that prefer to use polyurethane. Here is a list: Slick 50 grease . Slick 50 spray lube. AntSeeze lube. Moly graph based wheel bearing grease. The key is to use a lube that will not wash out easily. A normal automotive type lube/grease will work or use a marine type lube. Check with your local marine/boat dealer for this. You can also use silicone spray lubricant (available in auto parts stores), it will provide an easy but temporary relief from squeaks..."
Source: by Ingalls ingallseng.com
Parts Break-Out Diagram (TTB HD) in 80-96 w/ Nomenclature
Source: by Steve83 (Steve, That dirty old truck) at SuperMotors.net
pic, Bracket, Short in a 78
Source: by Douglas W at SuperMotors.net
pic, Custom in a 94
Source: by BigBad94Bronco (L.I. Monster Bronco, HAD2DOIT) at SuperMotors.net
pics & info, Bracket, Custom in a 79
Source: by Nick B at SuperMotors.net
pics & info, Bracket, Custom in a 91
Source: by David B (dblue, One Ton 91, Centurion) at SuperMotors.net
pics & info, Bracket, Custom in an 83
Source: by John B (nu bronco, nu_bronco) at SuperMotors.net
pics & Info, Fabrication & Installation in a 90
Source: by 90Beater (Topher, Chris) at thewebwheeler.com
pics in a 79
Source: by dotcom (High Country Hotel) at SuperMotors.net
pics in a 94
Source: by Haustkraft ("Haust", Rob, The Green Macheen) at SuperMotors.net
pics in an 86
Source: by kenny714 at SuperMotors.net
pics, Boxed & Modified in a 95
Source: by Rafael E (Bronkzilla, stressed) at FSB
pics, Bracket in a 80
Source: by Tim F (Timmy, TIM-MAY) at SuperMotors.net
pics, Bracket in a 93
Source: by 2bitbronco (nobs) at SuperMotors.net
pics, Bracket, Custom in an 89
Source: by Stomper4x4 at SuperMotors.net
pics, Cage Offroad in a 94
Source: by Haustkraft ("Haust, Eleanor, Rob, The Green Macheen) at SuperMotors.net
pics, Cage Offroad in a 94
Source: by Haustkraft ("Haust", Eleanor, Rob, The Green Macheen) at  FSB
pics, Cage Offroad in an 88
Source: by ColoradoBronc at SuperMotors.net
pics, Fabrication & Installation in a 79
Source: by Gub Ni (Shawn, Extreme Bronco) at extremebronco.com via mustangfarm.com
pics, Fabrication & Installation in a 90
Source: by 90Beater (Topher, Chris) at bronco.tophersworld.com
pics, Fabrication & Measurements in a 90
Source: by SandStallion (ChaseHorse) at SuperMotors.net
pics, Fabrication in a 92 F 350
Source: by hav24wheel (define crazy) at SuperMotors.net
pics, James Duff in a 95
Source: by Pepper (J A F O, Big Pig) at SuperMotors.net
pics, Rancho® in a 96
Source: by J. Mark M (DAMIAN) at SuperMotors.net
Recession Steer Due to Radius Arm Front Pivot Bushings in 80-92 Bronco & F150 & 89-92 F250; "...On 80 to 96 and F150s, and 89 to 92 Ford F250s, a condition known as "recession steer" may be encountered. A left drift or pull that occurs while braking but produces no torque or pull in the steering wheel may be caused by the left radius arm front pivot bushings. It is important to make sure the pull isn't due to a sticky brake caliper or contaminated brake linings. If the brakes appear to be working normally but there is a definite pull to the left when braking, the radius arm pivot bushings need to be replaced. Ford says it is okay to reuse the original nylon rear bushing spacer and rear bushing unless excessive wear is found. Torque the radius arm nuts to 80-120 lb. ft. Toe should be also be checked and reset to 1/32 inch toe-in. If a pull still exists after replacing the radius arm pivot bushings, many aftermarket manufacturers sell offset radius arm bushings which allow you to change caster to eliminate the pull..."
Source: by Larry C at aa1car.com
Removal & Installation & Torques in a 96 from 1996 F-150, F-250 4x4 and Bronco Workshop Manual
Source: by Ford via thedieselstop.com
Replacement, Drift or Pull While Braking TSB 98-5A-46 for 88-96
Source: by Ford via Chilton
Rivet Removal Discussion
Source: by members at FSB
Snap, Crackle And Pop as Described in Frame Noise TSB 97-03-10 for 80-96 BRONCO, F-150, F-250 LD 1980-97 F-250 HD, F-350 1988-97 F SUPER DUTY, F-47
Source: by Paul A at BAT Auto Technical troublecodes.net
Superlift® Installation Instructions
Source: by superlift.com
Torque Specs
Source: by Steve83 (Steve, That dirty old truck) at SuperMotors.net
Transmission Mount pics in a 94
Source: by Haustkraft ("Haust", Rob, The Green Macheen) at FSB
TTB Alignment Diagram, with longer springs to lower the wheels with out lowering the axle pivot brackets and radius arm brackets, camber/caster angles can be altered beyond the point where they can be corrected with bushings
Source: by Roadkill (The Beast) at SuperMotors.net
Wrench Fabrication
Source: by Michael C (collinsperformance, The Money Monster) at SuperMotors.net