Golden Icon: Parnelli Jones' Timeless Big Oly Bronco - - Competition - Racing and Rock Crawling
Golden Icon: Parnelli Jones' Timeless Big Oly Bronco
Publish date: Nov 1, 2007
By:  Matt Emery
Source: Dirt Sports
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No speedo graces the Bronco's dash. Apparently all Jones needed was this Auto Meter tachometer, mounted to the steering column.


Stroppe installed the air-cleaner assembly inside the cab, which kept the heat of the engine from entering the induction system and dirt intake to a minimum. Another creative feature is the signature Stroppe foam-covered Ford Bronco steering wheel, which allowed a sure grip while keeping tingling fingers to a minimum.


Though the occupants were probably hoping no lines ever blew, these Rapid Cool transmission coolers were mounted up and in the breeze, but also directly behind the occupants heads.


This was the view most competitors had of Parnelli Jones and the Big Oly Bronco in the years from 1970 to 1974.


The legend PJ himself had these stickers made to make sure everyone knew it was Dick Russell, and not Bill Stroppe, who built the Big Oly Bronco.


Hidden inside the upper leading edge of the wing is a set of Cibie driving lights. Activated by a lever, the lights can be swiveled up into position quickly. They also feature a plate mounted to the rear of the light to keep dust out and turbulent air off the wing during daytime running.

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