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Micah_86

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MY 1986 Ford Bronco WILL NOT shift into 4low it shifts into 4H but not 4L, causing me to get stuck A LOT EASIER.... bummed out! Any ideas on how i can Fix this?

 

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It's often really hard to shift into low range if it's seldom used. You need to be at a full stop, tranny in neutral or park. Shift the t-case into neutral and then 4Low. You may have to work the shifter a few times, or move the truck, as the shift is not synchronized. Don't force it too hard, just firmly. If that still won't work, try lubing the shift linkage, and you may have to help it get into 4Lo by moving the linkage itself.

If and when you do get into 4Low, I don't think it will help keep you from getting stuck so often. That may be due to an open rear axle, tire slippage or driving habits. Low range is great for pulling a Dodge out of the mud, or creeping along really slow.

 
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Thanks! I will try those things tomorrow! Your bronco is REALLY SWEET!!

 
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No I dont think it does... The guy that had it before me got it lifted but im 80% sure it wasnt a body. I have been meaning to ask someone what they think i might have.. I dont see any different suspension lift? but it is lifted...

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Looking at the position of the rear bumper I think it does have a body lift, check for 3" tall blocks or plastic cylinders between the body & the frame, on top of the stock body mounts. Then check & see if the t/case shifter hits the side of the opening in the floorboard when you try to put it in 4 low.......... nice looking truck! :)>-

 

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Good call, 79bb!!! A body lift will interfere with the shift lever. Looking at the pics, it doesn't appear to have any sort of lift. But you can check the body to frame mounts for the spacers. IF it has a suspension lift, the front coil springs will be longer than 12" tall. The Bronco does look nice, and I like the ******* look!!!

 
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THANKS A LOT!! Man I love this website! Ok well I will look for those things tomorrow. Thanks a lot. I will get some more pictures when i get the suspension lift either a 6 or 4 i think im going with the six... IDONNO.. Thanks for the help though.

 

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