2024 Bronco EMS Upfit Spec.docx

The vehicles, Ford Bronco (Model E1B) shall be supplied by Client.

All specifications to upfitted equipment shall be installed to Bronco E1B measurements and technical specifications.

WIRING

Wiring shall be automotive type meeting or exceeding SAE J1128-GXL rated for minimum of +125 degrees centigrade. All wiring to be stamped with permanent, indelible marking describing both circuit identification and plain word function not less than 6 inches apart for the entire length of the wire.

All pass-through holes cut in body of vehicle where wire harnesses travel to have standard Heyco style bushings to protect from chaffing. All holes that pass to exterior of body to have approved, expanding sealing compound to seal wires from weather.

CONNECTIONS

All connections made within the body, away from possible weather shall be standard crimp style terminals with nylon insulation.

All exterior or engine compartment connections (made on outside vehicle cabin) to be either heat shrink crimp style or Deutsch style, sealed connector and must protect against moisture, dirt and dust, minimum rating of - 40 to 120 degrees Centigrade.

Interface to OEM wiring shall be done in accordance with body builder and up-fitter specifications.

All ground connections made on chassis frame or body on remote appliances shall utilize star (toothed) ring terminal and shall be coated from weather and corrosion with silicon or approved sealant.

EQUIUPMENT MOUNTING

All added equipment shall be mounted in accordance with manufacturers specifications.

All interior cab items shall be mounted with airbag safety standards followed.

Modifications to the OEM frame assembly or suspension systems are prohibited.

Any modification to bumper systems shall be done such that not more than 10% of the entire surface area of the bumper assembly is breeched or modified.

All cuts made to any chassis or body panel shall be sealed with self-galvanizing, anti-rust sealer prior to equipment being mounted.

All exterior hardware including screws and fasteners to be minimum of 18-8 stainless steel.

All exterior lighting and thru-body equipment shall be fastened to the sheet metal of the vehicle using approved rivet nut fasteners, allowing the use of machine thread screws. The use of sheet metal screws directly into the body skin is prohibited.

POWER DISTRIBUTION

The main power feed shall be rated for 200% of total expected ampacity of the carried load.

One large gauge cable run from vehicle's battery bank shall be circuit protected within a minimum distance of 16 inches from power source (battery) and shall have the ability to be disconnected by user quickly in the event of emergency or maintenance.

The protected power feed shall power all added appliances and warning systems.

Specified, lug style power studs shall be in vehicle console and rear cabinet (if specified) to provided clean, capable power.

Main ground studs shall be placed in the front console and rear cabinet (if specified) for clean, noise free central grounding of all equipment. These ground cables shall be of matching size to main power feed and be bolted to frame rails using stainless steel fasteners and coated with approved sealing compound.

LIGHTBARS

All lighting installed shall not exceed the OEM specifications for amperage draw.

All wire holes through the vehicle roof will be protected with self-sealing, waterproof, hole- grommets when clearance is available. Otherwise, installer shall seal the hole using standard pliable "duct" seal agent.

The following lightbar shall meet the following minimum specifications:

SAE J845/J595 Class 1 (Red, Blue, Amber, White), CA Title 13, Article 22 (Red, Blue, Amber), NFPA/Triple K (Red, Blue, Amber, White), ECE 65, Category T, Class 2 (Red, Blue, Amber), ECE R10.04 Lightbar shall have R/G/W Corners, R/W Front, Outermost Rear Module R/A Light bar shall not extend past the roof lines of the vehicle.

The operating temperature range for light bar shall be -40°C to +65°C / -40°F to +149°F.

Amperage draw shall not exceed OEM specification of maximum draw Traffic stick shall be installed on the roof of the vehicle The traffic stick shall meet the following minimum specifications:

The traffic stick shall be SAE J845 Class 1 certified, SAE J595 Class 1 certified, CA Title 13; Article 22 compliant, IP67 The traffic stick shall have a voltage range of 10-30 Vdc The traffic stick shall have a minimum 12 LED dual color R/A Amperage draw shall not exceed 1.9 amps

WORK LIGHTING

All lighting installed shall not exceed the OEM specifications for amperage draw.

Vendor shall supply and/or install the following work lighting in your vehicle:

Whelen Arges Series Super-LED 360 Remote Control Spotlight 5 Degree Spotlight with Proclera Silicone Optic or similar (qty. 1) shall be mounted to top of driver's mirror assembly/cowl.

FRONT CONSOLE

A custom front console to house all necessary switching, signaling and communications controls, as well as cup holders, map books and 12-volt power-points shall be supplied The primary console construction shall be of cabinet grade lumber core or veneer core ply material covered a durable polyurea coating, black or material that exceeds durability. Console shall be black in color.

Where Map book or other slots shall also feature the same coating.

Whenever functions of the OEM installation are interrupted by the console such as rear radio, HVAC controls and ducting, these features shall be reintegrated into the new console (where possible). Installation of console includes mounting of all equipment listed herein for control and use by driver and passenger.

Consoles shall be fastened to vehicle chassis using threaded fasteners to floor.

Dashboard support shall be added for stability if needed.

The face surface (top) of all front consoles shall be constructed of .090 aluminum sheet.

These faceplates shall be cut to size using CNC machining (not hand cut).

All holes necessary in the faceplate (radios, switching, etc.) shall be die-cut to a maximum allowable tolerance of +/- 0.05" through the aluminum.

Gaps around mounted appliances will not be tolerated and shall be deemed unacceptable.

The finished product will feature rounded edges and corners to prevent injury to people or equipment.

These faceplates shall be finished with a black polyester powder-coat finish, producing a textured/wrinkle, scratch resistant coating.

Console shall contain:

12V Power Points: qty. 1 Adjustable Armrest: qty. 2 Cup Holders: qty.2 USB Power Points: qty. 1

RADIOS

All wiring installed shall not exceed the OEM specifications for amperage draw.

Client shall supply radios.

Pre-wiring shall be installed for client supplied radios.

Pre-wiring shall be install be installed so client supplied mounting/charging bracket will be installed at the console faceplate in a location that will not interfere with the safe operation of the vehicle.

REAR CABINET

All wiring installed shall not exceed the OEM specifications for amperage draw.

Installation of cabinet includes sizing and fitting to vehicle interior. See attached diagrams The cabinet shall be construction with a minimum of four 3/8" diameter grade 5 carriage bolts to fasten the cabinet system to vehicle substructure or frame.

Where possible cabinets shall be mounted through structural floor members such as frames or reinforcing plates; however, where mounting to body floor skin only A minimum 4" diameter reinforced 3/16" thick steel plate shall be installed for connection strength.

All hardware utilized shall be rated at 150% of anticipated use and shall be coated to avoid rust and corrosion.

Material used in construction shall be a minimum durability of lumber or veneer core ply.

The cabinet shall be constructed using at a minimum of LC/VC ply or a material that exceeds durability.

Cabinet shall be nailed, glued and screwed together at all fixed joints.

All exposed edges shall be covered in a coordinating laminate or rubber edging.

Construction of the rear cabinet shall contain the following:

Heavy Duty Tray, 24" Deep- qty. 2 Midrow Cabinet – qty. 1 Backboard Transport Glides & Tiedowns – qty. 1 (set) 12V Receptacle Outlet - qty. 2

EXTERIOR ACCESSORIES

All exterior accessories shall be matched to vehicle make and model and installed following manufacturer recommendations and instructions.

Exterior accessories shall not structurally modify the original vehicle in order to install the equipment listed on this page.

Vendor shall provide/install the following exterior accessories:

N-Fab TSF214B-TX: FORD BRONCO 4 DOOR TRAIL SLIDERS STEP SYSTEMS or similar: qty.1 MP-BRC265-SB: Ford Bronco (21-24) Hard Spare Tire Cover MP-BRC265-SB (265/70r17) Black Diamond, Shadow Black (G1): qty. 1

MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS

All wiring and lighting installed shall not exceed the OEM specifications for amperage draw.

Vendor shall supply and/or install the following items that otherwise have not yet been specified in this document:

5LB ABC FIRE EXTINGUISHER W/ MARINE STYLE BRACKET or similar: qty. 1 Fire Vulcan C4-LED Vehicle Mount System 12V DC. Orange or similar: qty. 1 Engel MD14 Top Opening 12/24V DC Only Fridge-Freezer or similar: qty.1

GRAPHICS

Vendor shall supply graphics as pictured. Graphics shall have a minimum life rating of 5 years outdoor durability. All graphics shall be free of bubbles, wrinkles, and contaminants.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

· The quote shall include a NTEA Ultra Mod Weight Distribution & Center of Gravity Calculation shall be furnished showing both vertical and horizontal components for the quoted vehicle. The data shall be based upon vehicle ratings and best estimates for equipment.

· The quote shall include an itemized by component, electrical system draw analysis for the completed vehicle as proposed.

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