This is a great idea. I wish you well. I agree, Books are cheaper than CNC laiths or the latest electric welder. After retiring from the army, I attended a two year cabinet making course. All of our equipment was WWII U.S Navy hand-me-downs. I just checked, the machines are still there. Until politicians spend the money to help our industrial schools become competitive we will continue to fail our young people.
I'm a UX/UI designer but what you do is my dream. I've loved cars since I was a kid and would absolutely love to create masterpieces like your builds. Great job and great outfit.
I wouldn't expect anything less from you and your team, but I love how you can one-hand, no white-knuckle drive this. If I had the budget I would love this... I suppose that's the point though. Great build! I think it's great that you keep the spirit of the original and make it usable in today's world.
Sir, you not only talk the talk, you walk the walk...my admiration for you and your workmanship just somehow increased, supporting the school and the kids in general is an amazing and selfless undertaking....I am a professional blue collar worker, (elevator tech.) and am proud to be a craftsman myself. And gratefully not ashamed of that fact...changing mind sets , one brain at a time...thank you.
Sir, don’t ever stop doing what you do. You are an example to follow. When I see your videos and the master pieces you and your team create, Vince Lombardi comes to mind: “Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection we can catch excellence.” The result of your dedication is just that: excellence. From southeast Texas.
I really don't think anyone minds that you ramble on and on....we love hearing all the details about every build. Great work!! Love it, wish I could bid on it.
Billy Gibbons is showing Icon Broncos now? Broncos like these "old school" ones are super correct for me, these are cool cars for car lovers who understand design and engineering, always respecting the 60s designs that have plenty of personality!
The car looks amazing. You should have free schooling system like we have in Finland and mostly in all Europe. It gives opportunity to everyone, also those kids that come from abroad. Ps. Looks more like houndstooth pattern than herringbone. ;) :D #geek
Love the color! Thanks for the video and also the commentary regarding the need to "decriminalize the blue collar"! As a middle class kid who didn't fit with the "sitting at a desk for four plus years (to then sit at a desk for the rest of my working years) crowd", I definitely struggled with societal/ cultural/ familial judgement around my choices. I am always inspired by details and perfection of the vehicles you and your team create, as well as the passion you bring to sharing in these videos! And while, I have chosen a different medium to express my creativity and skill, seeing and hearing all the details of your projects inspires me to keep putting my heart in to my craft. Of course, being paid well helps too...Ha
LOVE IT!! FYI...There's a little black smudge over your shoulder on the window frame. Probably just glue or something. Anyway...I love this build. (I have owned 3 EBs and currently have a 72) Thank you for elevating our EBs to an art form.
Jonathan, I really dig your "geeking"! I immediately recognized the 66' steering wheel and the orange from my 1st car(66'Mustang 2+2). The "Vintage" look is spot on! The color scheme is beautiful. If I were younger(58' model) I'd ask about Internships with ICON, but I'm a little too attached to my creature comforts. Thanks for sharing your amazing products and please keep posting them for the rest of us... Jerry
There are 2 things that every red blooded heterosexual male should achieve in life...1) Spend a night with the Playboy Playmate of the month and..2) Own an Icon
Jonathon ... Just a thought. You mentioned on this vehicle that you are concerned that term Blue Collar is being criminalized ... We could not agree more. So with that said, is your business based as an Employee Owned profit sharing basis. One where employees are not wage slave but are truly compensated for their daily endeavor and personal investment in making the product ? That position alone would be the first sincerest step forward in helping to support the hands-on blue collar class. One that we so desperately need instead manufacturing just for the white collar meritocracy of which you referred to?
Very nice! I used to own a 1979 International Scout that was a similar orange color with a white rallye stripe. Hope to see you restore a similar Scout. They're getting popular again.
I wish someone would offer a 17” wheel and cap combo like that for the common blue collar guy instead of these nasty black wheels and cheesey chrome wheels at local tire shops.
I'd love to know the mfgr. who put together the interior LED lighting that you spoke of.... a kit like that in my 28 Ford would be cool. Nice Bronco and video.
Back again Jonathon,Just wondering if you were going to market the dash knobs that you made for this project.I have a 1964 Ford F100 that I would like to put them into(cause the plastic one's suck...).Thanks, Jerry
What's with the random flickering? I can't pinpoint the frames oh the phone .. anything interesting flashing there? :) Also, great build and video as usual :)
It is great that you and your brand are helping to get more creative people into design schools. The greater challenge might be finding design jobs after graduation. Most companies with openings require that applicants have at least 3-5 years of "professional" experience, and a portfolio of successfully launched products as proof.
Wow, checked Brigatrailer and that thing is on 235 grand with 2 days to to!!! The more the merrier, it's for a great cause. Beautiful Bronco btw, love the orange color and the interior.
Man, loved your rant if that's what we call it.. I completely agree with you on the shop classes. Great job on all your vehicles that I've see so far. Keep it up. I' d be honored to have a employer like you!!
Nice build...so true that there is no industrial arts taught in school anymore...auto and wood shop were great classes for me and have made my living off of both. Way cool that you did this
Love it from top to bottom back to front, fantastic attention to detail as always, absolutely no love for the people who hit the thumbs down, boo shame on you.
I saw an old Toyota FJ40 pick up on the highway today. First one I have ever seen didn’t even know they built them. It was in a light tan color or maybe desert storm type paint and was so cool
Yep, they made short/stubby ones (the classic FJ40), a pickup version (FJ45 i believe), A Wagon version, and in other countries they even had military troop carriers
Well done, Jonathan! Good design is something which is truly important in every aspect of life. I'm in Finland. I'm curious if you have (m)any customers in Europe?
Love the color combination, the truck itself and most and foremost the cause, I always do what I can to help young people in this business, they’re less and less interested in the trades and pushed towards a college degree, especially those who are gifted with being creative with their hands. AWESOME!
This is a great idea. I wish you well. I agree, Books are cheaper than CNC laiths or the latest electric welder. After retiring from the army, I attended a two year cabinet making course. All of our equipment was WWII U.S Navy hand-me-downs. I just checked, the machines are still there. Until politicians spend the money to help our industrial schools become competitive we will continue to fail our young people.
I'm a UX/UI designer but what you do is my dream. I've loved cars since I was a kid and would absolutely love to create masterpieces like your builds. Great job and great outfit.
I love all the trucks icon has done. Great style and upgrades to classic design.
I wouldn't expect anything less from you and your team, but I love how you can one-hand, no white-knuckle drive this. If I had the budget I would love this... I suppose that's the point though. Great build! I think it's great that you keep the spirit of the original and make it usable in today's world.
Sir, you not only talk the talk, you walk the walk...my admiration for you and your workmanship just somehow increased, supporting the school and the kids in general is an amazing and selfless undertaking....I am a professional blue collar worker, (elevator tech.) and am proud to be a craftsman myself. And gratefully not ashamed of that fact...changing mind sets , one brain at a time...thank you.
tj murphy well said, I swear this guy is a hero
Sir, don’t ever stop doing what you do. You are an example to follow. When I see your videos and the master pieces you and your team create, Vince Lombardi comes to mind: “Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection we can catch excellence.” The result of your dedication is just that: excellence. From southeast Texas.
That is a beautiful Bronco
Wow the trucks out of your shop it's just amazing.. the details details details dammmmmmmm..
So glad you got rid of those rubber bushings in front axel. Guaranteed wheel hoppers.
I really don't think anyone minds that you ramble on and on....we love hearing all the details about every build. Great work!! Love it, wish I could bid on it.
I come here for the specs and blah blah blah.
I like the color combo!
"I like big brakes and I cannot lie"
Billy Gibbons is showing Icon Broncos now?
Broncos like these "old school" ones are super correct for me, these are cool cars for car lovers who understand design and engineering, always respecting the 60s designs that have plenty of personality!
The car looks amazing. You should have free schooling system like we have in Finland and mostly in all Europe. It gives opportunity to everyone, also those kids that come from abroad. Ps. Looks more like houndstooth pattern than herringbone. ;) :D #geek
Love the color! Thanks for the video and also the commentary regarding the need to "decriminalize the blue collar"! As a middle class kid who didn't fit with the "sitting at a desk for four plus years (to then sit at a desk for the rest of my working years) crowd", I definitely struggled with societal/ cultural/ familial judgement around my choices. I am always inspired by details and perfection of the vehicles you and your team create, as well as the passion you bring to sharing in these videos! And while, I have chosen a different medium to express my creativity and skill, seeing and hearing all the details of your projects inspires me to keep putting my heart in to my craft. Of course, being paid well helps too...Ha
Lots of words and they all count to make your vehicle known and understood. I for one don't tire of the explanations for all components. Thx Jonathan
I thought the currie Dana's had a 60 degree pumpkin/pinion angle? Haven't seen a rockjock 60 that sits at that angle
Amen on the blue collar cause! I have always loved your artistic sensibility. Keep on truckin!
Color combo, shiny bits, traditional pieces and dog dish caps... perfecto
This rocks
I wish you had included a peak at the hardtop.
Did you mention that the side marker lights are not stock in 1966?? :P
LOVE IT!! FYI...There's a little black smudge over your shoulder on the window frame. Probably just glue or something. Anyway...I love this build. (I have owned 3 EBs and currently have a 72) Thank you for elevating our EBs to an art form.
@13:40 Was that a backfire we heard, Mr. Ward? 😎
@@ICON4x4Design Guess you're right. Darn, thought it was a burble or spit from the exhaust.
Jonathan, I really dig your "geeking"! I immediately recognized the 66' steering wheel and the orange from my 1st car(66'Mustang 2+2). The "Vintage" look is spot on! The color scheme is beautiful. If I were younger(58' model) I'd ask about Internships with ICON, but I'm a little too attached to my creature comforts. Thanks for sharing your amazing products and please keep posting them for the rest of us... Jerry
Great initiative. Best of luck!
Holy shit there were two peacocks in the street at 3:36.
:)))))
That's an amazing vehicle as usual... That's cool way to bring awareness to help the kid's!
There are 2 things that every red blooded heterosexual male should achieve in life...1) Spend a night with the Playboy Playmate of the month and..2) Own an Icon
Jonathon ... Just a thought. You mentioned on this vehicle that you are concerned that term Blue Collar is being criminalized ... We could not agree more. So with that said, is your business based as an Employee Owned profit sharing basis. One where employees are not wage slave but are truly compensated for their daily endeavor and personal investment in making the product ? That position alone would be the first sincerest step forward in helping to support the hands-on blue collar class. One that we so desperately need instead manufacturing just for the white collar meritocracy of which you referred to?
Very nice! I used to own a 1979 International Scout that was a similar orange color with a white rallye stripe. Hope to see you restore a similar Scout. They're getting popular again.
I have an idea for another Icon channel.... Stationary shop camera footage presented in time lapse format...the building of an Icon and/or derelict
I love that idea sir
@@5150_JCT Me too!
I like it. Great stuff Jonathan. These vehicles never disappoint, Great cause too
Great purpose behind the build! And as always, such a quality build. Looks like a fifty year old champ!👏
Are the arb switches the only plastic left?
Graduated from an art school and you're not wrong.
What a beauty this one. Total eye candy and obviously drives the part too.
I wish someone would offer a 17” wheel and cap combo like that for the common blue collar guy instead of these nasty black wheels and cheesey chrome wheels at local tire shops.
I'd love to know the mfgr. who put together the interior LED lighting that you spoke of.... a kit like that in my 28 Ford would be cool. Nice Bronco and video.
Back again Jonathon,Just wondering if you were going to market the dash knobs that you made for this project.I have a 1964 Ford F100 that I would like to put them into(cause the plastic one's suck...).Thanks, Jerry
Thank you Jonathan... Ah," the best laid plans of mice and men".
Anymore Blazer projects or derelicts!
Great idea, great ride. Blue collar is too valuable and real life to lose
What's with the random flickering? I can't pinpoint the frames oh the phone .. anything interesting flashing there? :) Also, great build and video as usual :)
It is great that you and your brand are helping to get more creative people into design schools. The greater challenge might be finding design jobs after graduation. Most companies with openings require that applicants have at least 3-5 years of "professional" experience, and a portfolio of successfully launched products as proof.
Wow, checked Brigatrailer and that thing is on 235 grand with 2 days to to!!! The more the merrier, it's for a great cause. Beautiful Bronco btw, love the orange color and the interior.
Man, loved your rant if that's what we call it.. I completely agree with you on the shop classes. Great job on all your vehicles that I've see so far. Keep it up. I' d be honored to have a employer like you!!
Wow this one I think it was the best ever I love everything about it the sound is so rowdy that's what a Bronco should sound like🇺🇸🗽🚀😎
Curious why you started using the Currie axels instead of the Dynatrac? Nice build Jonathan!
Keep it up:)
Nice build...so true that there is no industrial arts taught in school anymore...auto and wood shop were great classes for me and have made my living off of both. Way cool that you did this
Jonathan what a excellent build as always. And that's cool for helping the next-generation of designers
Very nice! I would love to have you guys restore my 72' Jeep Commando one day!
Man awesome job on them Grants
Love it from top to bottom back to front, fantastic attention to detail as always, absolutely no love for the people who hit the thumbs down, boo shame on you.
Mr Ward. I'm so pleased by this and the mission you have articulated. Super man. Icon and JW are heros!
I can only dream of owning one of your creations. So inspiring! Thank you for sharing your passions with us.
"Where's Waldo". Keep up the good work. Long live Blue Collar Workers!
Wish I could afford to have you restore my 1980 4 door Cherokee S
Have you ever thought of doing a 4 door bronco like your FJ44?
Is the auction over?
Yes
291k ?
Jonathan Ward sweet. Well done
thanks for showing it,
I assume you are really attached aesthetically to those radio antennas since they are not really needed these days.
White letters out brother
I saw an old Toyota FJ40 pick up on the highway today. First one I have ever seen didn’t even know they built them. It was in a light tan color or maybe desert storm type paint and was so cool
Yep, they made short/stubby ones (the classic FJ40), a pickup version (FJ45 i believe), A Wagon version, and in other countries they even had military troop carriers
Awesome truck
Love the Bronco ❤ Still have wet dreams of the Rolls 😁
Couldn’t agree with you more 👍
#learntoweld
Mercy.
any updates on the Diamond-T ?
Thank you, Mr. Ward.
You are a good man, Mr Ward...
Get on with it please...
Nice beanie Jonathan 😎
Love your designs
Nice job !
Love it!
Well done, Jonathan! Good design is something which is truly important in every aspect of life.
I'm in Finland. I'm curious if you have (m)any customers in Europe?
Love the color combination, the truck itself and most and foremost the cause, I always do what I can to help young people in this business, they’re less and less interested in the trades and pushed towards a college degree, especially those who are gifted with being creative with their hands. AWESOME!
Very ugly car....too much talk of positive adjectives where in fact its just plain ugly!!!!!
yawn...