ROLL BAR DELETE

[HBTFD]

If the bar is moved forward to mid cabin the rear passengers risk in a rollover increases significantly.

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[Bruno]

I am with AMTRV. This is a bad idea. My guess is you will not get any feedback on this, because no one has tried it, because "this is a bad idea."

i think if you add this - the rear most cross bar could be deleted
https://khcoap.com/products/bronco-6g-body-brace

 

[Bruno]

Most of the dissenting opinions you'll get are from people who have never built anything. But of course this can be done by a COMPETENT fabricator with the right tools and skills. In fact I think it would be an interesting project. Do like you suggested in option 3. Cut out the rear cross bar, weld in a custom-fabricated cross bar further forward to allow access for your camper. That said, I wouldn't consider this as a driveway mod or DIY project for a first-time fabricator.

There is a legacy for Bronco-mounted campers reaching back to the Early Bronco. I think it would be cool to see that brought forward.

Just my opinion, which is worth what you paid for it.

i think if you add this - the rear most cross bar could be deleted
https://khcoap.com/products/bronco-6g-body-brace

 

[Bruno]

If the bar is moved forward to mid cabin the rear passengers risk in a rollover increases significantly.

the idea is to remove the rear seats, and make it a pop-top camper

 

[Wannabe Techie]

One of those mods that you will have to fully commit to since there is no going back. Not gonna lie, I really want to see how this turn out if you do.

 

[Bruno]

As mentioned, because Bronco construction is body on ladder frame, you don't have to worry much about body shell integrity (compared to if you were dealing with a unibody construction).

I bet you could modify the Bronco roll bar structure without much issue, providing you take into account that the window surround seals and some other stuff, needs to be kept in same location to function properly. Because that stuff is located by the roll bar structure.

I happen to have a Jeep TJ with back portion of roll bar removed (see photo below). No issues at all. But the roll bar was not doing much else functionally (other than providing a mounting point for rear seatbelts).

Personally, I'd be hesitant to hack too much into a brand new expensive vehicle. That's the beauty of older 4x4s, they can be a canvas where you can do all sort of creative mods. If you do end up modding the Bronco roll bar, please share it would be interesting.

i think if you add this - the rear most cross bar could be deleted
https://khcoap.com/products/bronco-6g-body-brace

 

[Bruno]

No way would I risk the structural stability by removing the rollbar.

i think if you add this - the rear most cross bar could be deleted
https://khcoap.com/products/bronco-6g-body-brace

 

[HBTFD]

the idea is to remove the rear seats, and make it a pop-top camper

I didn’t catch the change was permanent. Go for it.

 

[Bruno]

I didn’t catch the change was permanent. Go for it.

I mean.... well see. Im doing long-range research. Im sure I will drive it for at least a few years before converting it to a full time camper.
I want to enjoy the top-off fun
+ All the elements to make it a pop top are so expensive I will need to save for it and do it bit-by-bit

 

[Jdc]

The roll bar is there for roll overs. As long as you don't plan to roll over you'll be ok

 

[BigMeatsBronco]

I have experience with this. All the naysayers are clueless. I hacked off mine behind the B-pillar and used a factory rock slider for a new cross bar. Made 'inserts" at both ends so the crossbar slides into the existing roll br stubs. Added aircraft bolts for rigidity. I say go for it build it however you want!!! On my half cab, I can still use the original top too, and it has ALOT more space back there w/out the goofy roll bar.

It's plenty strong and looks great.

 

[Bruno]

I have experience with this. All the naysayers are clueless. I hacked off mine behind the B-pillar and used a factory rock slider for a new cross bar. Made 'inserts" at both ends so the crossbar slides into the existing roll br stubs. Added aircraft bolts for rigidity. I say go for it build it however you want!!! On my half cab, I can still use the original top too, and it has ALOT more space back there w/out the goofy roll bar.

It's plenty strong and looks great.

HAHA!! I KNEW Someone out there did it !!

So you didnt just relocate the back cross member forward, you cut the roll bar off from the back of the seats in a 2 door - and then fabbed up a new cross bar behind the seats??

MORE PICS PLEASE!!!
Top-Off pics? Interior from the rear Pics?
Anything!! THANK YOU!!!!

 

[mike8675309]

The roll bar on the bronco adds structural stability, but it's a body-on-frame vehicle so you can take it off if you want. You can also modify it, but when you do modify it, keep in mind, it is actually a roll bar. Attach it properly and understand the forces that will act on it should the bronco roll.
Ford certainly did some finite analysis of it all, so taking a little while to think about it seems prudent.

 

[AMTRV]

The roll bar on the bronco adds structural stability, but it's a body-on-frame vehicle so you can take it off if you want. You can also modify it, but when you do modify it, keep in mind, it is actually a roll bar. Attach it properly and understand the forces that will act on it should the bronco roll.
Ford certainly did some finite analysis of it all, so taking a little while to think about it seems prudent.

Go for it!….wind noise will be the least of your worries

 

[Stick in the Mud]

Come on this is a terrible idea. Don’t do it.

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