Body Construction + Assembly
Rust Belt Broncos established itself as the premier reproduction Bronco tub builder in the country, earning national recognition as the first company to debut a full 1966–1977 Ford Bronco reproduction body at SEMA. While that’s what put us on the map, our success and expertise have expanded far beyond the Bronco.
Under our new division, Rust Belt Offroad, we’ve broadened our capabilities to include reproduction builds for the 1969–1971 K5 Blazer and GMC Jimmy, 1967–1972 C/K Series C10 pickups, 1973–1987 C/K Series Square Body pickups, and the 1967–1972 Ford F100. Our years of experience perfecting the Bronco platform have made us the leading reproduction truck builder in the nation, trusted by enthusiasts, restoration shops, and collectors alike.
Our steel early Bronco reproduction body tubs—and now our entire lineup of truck bodies—are assembled from authentic reproduction components that we helped reverse-engineer with major stamping partners. Each body is built to strict factory specifications based on original designs and assembled using water-cooled, factory-style resistance spot welders—the same technology used by Ford and GM in the original assembly plants.
We don’t just weld metal—we replicate OEM manufacturing, ensuring precision, strength, and superior fit. Every tub is laser-aligned and jig-built for consistent accuracy, guaranteeing that your body will drop onto the frame with ease. By using e-coated automotive-grade steel and seamless construction, we deliver a restoration body that’s not just as good as the original—it’s better.
Where lesser assemblers rely on small MIG welders and low-output spot welders, Rust Belt Offroad maintains the authentic factory production process. The result? A tighter, cleaner fit that saves our customers thousands of dollars in bodywork and adjustment costs.
Body Work + Panel Alignment
When the founders of Rust Belt Broncos met with Ford Motor Company and a major tooling supplier, the goal was clear: to create the most accurate reproduction Bronco tub ever built. After years of collaboration, millions of dollars in tooling investment, and extensive fixture design refinement, we succeeded—launching the first complete early Bronco reproduction body in 2014.
That same obsessive attention to fit and alignment now defines every body produced under Rust Belt Offroad. Our reverse-engineered panels and precision-built fixtures replicate factory OE geometry across every platform—Bronco, Blazer, C/K, Square Body, and F100. Each fixture is designed to factory datum points, ensuring every weld, panel, and seam aligns perfectly.
Our commitment to accuracy and quality has made our products some of the most sought-after reproduction bodies in the aftermarket. They are built to be historically correct, structurally superior, and ready to install without the guesswork or modification common in other reproduction bodies.
Expert Painting Service
The early Broncos and vintage trucks we reproduce were icons of American automotive design—but they were also victims of outdated coating technology. Rust Belt Offroad corrects that.
Our team brings over 100 years of combined experience in body alignment, panel fitment, and automotive finishing. We offer full paint and finishing services using BASF’s DIAMONT line for factory-quality finishes, as well as RM-BASF custom paint options for premium restorations.
From factory-correct hues to custom show-quality colors, every Rust Belt Offroad body can be finished to your exact specification. We also offer SEM Gladiator bed liner spray for undercoating and interior bed protection—ensuring your restoration looks perfect and lasts for decades.
We use only professional-grade refinishing systems that deliver the deepest color, smoothest texture, and longest-lasting protection. The result is an authentic, high-end finish that brings classic steel back to life.
Bed Liners + Final Fitment
Every Rust Belt Offroad body is fully assembled and pre-fit prior to shipping, ensuring alignment, door gaps, and panel fitment are dialed in before it leaves our shop. That attention to detail saves customers thousands in shop time and frustration.
Our bodies are ready to mount right out of the crate—no cutting, welding, or reworking required. Once you receive your Rust Belt Offroad body, it’s as simple as dropping it onto your frame and continuing your build.
When you choose Rust Belt Offroad, you’re choosing the highest-quality, best-fitting reproduction bodies available—period.
Best Quality. Best Fit. Best Price. Rust Belt Offroad.
Proudly carrying forward the legacy of Rust Belt Broncos, now expanding American classics across generations of Ford, GM, and Chevrolet trucks.
Best Quality. Best Fit. Best Price. Rust Belt Offroad.
By replicating the original Classic Truck builds with unmatched precision, Rust Belt Offroad delivers a superior-quality reproduction body at an extremely cost-effective price. Every body we produce is pre-fit and fixture-aligned prior to shipping, ensuring seamless installation once it arrives at your shop or home.
This level of precision sets Rust Belt Offroad apart from many of today’s new tub manufacturers. Our customers know that when they receive a Rust Belt body, it’s ready to drop onto the frame and align perfectly with doors, fenders, and factory components—saving valuable time and eliminating costly body shop corrections.
Unfortunately, some lesser reproduction manufacturers leave their customers with tubs that simply don’t fit—costing thousands of dollars in rework and frustration. That’s never the case with Rust Belt Broncos. We make sure it fits right the first time.
Rust Belt Broncos and Rust Belt Offroad are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or licensed by Ford Motor Company, General Motors, or any of their subsidiaries. All vehicle names and designs are used for identification and restoration reference purposes only.