Drag Link/ Tierod 2wd Conversion

f1drivr · Jan 1, 2005

I converted my 72 Bronco to power steering with the 2WD gearbox that mounts on the inside of the frame. Which tie rod & drag link do I need to make this 2WD gearbox work, And can I get one from a local parts house or do I have to get it from a Bronco parts supplier? I have a 2 inch lift & still have drum brakes. If anyone has pics of the same set-up I would like to see them. Thanks CWatts

brronc · Jan 1, 2005

I also did this. You'll need to use the original Bronco pitman arm and a custom drag link from WildHorses (www.wildhorses4x4.com). You can use the original Bronco tie rod.

f1drivr · Jan 2, 2005

Brronc Thanks for the reply.

Broncoholics · Jan 3, 2005

I believe you can buy an F150 drag link and have it cut and add threads so its adjustable. Then reim out the tie-rod end and pitman arm end to fit it with a tappered reamer.

Guest · Jan 10, 2005

I cut 7 & 11/16 out of the drag link & welded it back. That worked great, but when I put the pump back on the pulley was hitting the gear box, so I had to add some metal to the bracket to allow the pulley to swing out a little further to clear the gearbox witch required a 1 inch longer belt.
I went for a ride & it handles a lot better, it was drivable!!!! Thanks for all the advice. CWatts