{"product_id":"ford-bronco-1966-77-tail-panel","title":"Tail Panel – for Ford Bronco 1966–77 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis tail panel is a precision replica back panel made to suit the Ford Bronco (First Generation) (1966–1977), pressed in steel to the original-style profile. Instead of spending weekends cutting rust out of fifty-year-old steel — or hunting down a donor vehicle for one usable panel — you start with straight, new metal that is ready for preparation and paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFord Bronco (First Generation)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1966–1977\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBack \u0026amp; Tail Panels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-FD44-03\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to Advanced — approx. 3–6 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis back panel fits the \u003cstrong\u003eFord Bronco (First Generation)\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1966–1977\u003c\/strong\u003e. Panels listed for 1966–1977 fit all first-generation Broncos unless noted; 1966–1968 trucks differ in some trim and grille details, and 'uncut' rear quarters restore the factory wheel-arch line on trucks whose arches were cut. Test-fit before paint, as with any reproduction panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip the rust bucket rescue\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe oldroute to a straight Ford Bronco (First Generation) body was buying a second parts vehicle and hoping its back panel was better than yours. That gamble costs storage, freight and usually disappointment — donor panels carry the same decades of corrosion in the same places. New replica steel ends the cycle: predictable cost, predictable fit, and every panel of your actual vehicle preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Ford Bronco (First Generation)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe first-generation Ford Bronco, built from 1966 to 1977, has gone from farm truck to blue-chip collectible — early uncut Broncos now trade at prices that justify full body-off restorations. Ford built the early Bronco with a fully boxed frame and a simple welded steel body offered as a wagon, half-cab pickup and (briefly) roadster. Because so many Broncos had their rear quarters cut for larger tyres in the 1970s and 80s, straight original sheet metal is scarce, and complete reproduction bodies, cabs and individual stamped panels are now central to the Bronco restoration industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEarly Broncos rust in the usual Ford truck places: floor pans front and rear, rocker panels, inner and outer rear quarters, wheel housings, fender aprons, door bottoms and the tailgate. The good news is that virtually every panel on a 1966–1977 Bronco is reproduced to a high standard, so builders can replace entire corroded assemblies — or start from a complete new body — rather than repairing pitted original steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to Advanced  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–6 hours  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e yes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFit back panels with the tailgate or rear door present so the opening is gapped to something real. Drill the old spot welds, clean the flanges, clamp, check the opening, and plug-weld at factory spacing. Seal the floor joint on both sides — that's the seam that killed the original.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e spot-weld drill, MIG welder, clamps, seam sealer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e welding the opening without the closure panel to gap against, and leaving the floor seam unsealed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are not an experienced welder, we recommend professional installation for this panel — it is structural, and correct seam welding matters for both safety and finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this back panel fit my Ford Bronco (First Generation)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1966–1977 models as listed above. Panels listed for 1966–1977 fit all first-generation Broncos unless noted; 1966–1968 trucks differ in some trim and grille details, and 'uncut' rear quarters restore the factory wheel-arch line on trucks whose arches were cut. Test-fit before paint, as with any reproduction panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — this is a welded structural panel. It should be trial-fitted, clamped and plug-welded at the factory seam locations, ideally by an experienced welder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Ford Bronco (First Generation) commonly rusts in floor pans, rockers, rear quarters and wheel housings, fender aprons, door bottoms and tailgates, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Ford.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ford-bronco-1966-77\"\u003eall Ford Bronco (First Generation) panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-back-panels\"\u003eback \u0026amp; tail panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126717050945,"sku":"SYC-FD44-03","price":495.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SYC-FD44-03_a9c615f4-e0eb-427a-82b5-3d78e6a863de.jpg?v=1783303677","url":"https:\/\/rebornretros.com\/products\/ford-bronco-1966-77-tail-panel","provider":"classicbody","version":"1.0","type":"link"}