How to install a front disc brake conversion on a Willys era Jeep.
Since we converted the rear to discs on our FC, it only made sense to convert the front as well. Follow along and we’ll show you how to install a Willys disc brake conversion.
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How to install a Willys era flat fender disc brake conversion
There are varying opinions and thoughts on braking systems for the older Willys era Jeep platforms. Some in the industry say they don’t go fast enough for the factory drum style brakes to be inadequate. Others will argue that four corner disc brakes are the only way to go. We…
Solex Carburetor Installation
After barely starting the second Epic Willys Adventure we began to have issues with our 1960 FC-150 on what was going to be a cross country trip from the northern U.S. Border to the southern. On the first couple of days the little cab-over ran great and we were clipping…
Installing a Howell EFI System
If you’re driving an old CJ or possibly an early YJ, there’s a good chance you’re still running the stock carburetor and fuel system. If so, and you travel to different elevations or stuff it into extreme angles, you may be dealing with the familiar affects of altitude or angle…
Yukon Hardcore Locking Hubs
Ever head out for a trail ride that you had been planning for days, weeks or maybe even months only to have a hub break? Possibly first thing on day one; or were you one of the lucky ones who managed to break it at the end of the trip?…
How to Tint a Window
Sometimes when you’re out wheeling things happen, sometimes you blow a tire, pop a bead, break an axle… This time a rock broke my window but not bad enough that the glass came flying in at me. Follow along and we’ll show you how to tint a window should this…
M416 Trailer Conversion
The M416 trailer has been a popular choice for wheelers and people needing small utility trailers for a long time. We had Adventure Trailers out of Prescott,Arizona retrofit one of their suspension systems for our M416 just before we headed out on our Ultimate Road Trip 2007. The improvement between…
BDS Shackle Reversal Kit Install
If any of you out there wonder if we at Jeep Lifestyles actually wheel or not you don’t have to look further than our project section and the product review page to know that we most definitely do. When living the wheeling lifestyle, things will break and when they do…
XJ Wagoneer Trim Removal
Alright guys, this one obviously isn’t rocket science but since we were going to be removing the trim on this XJ we thought we would show how we did it. Since some of it had been damaged while out on the trail we figured it would be easy enough and…
Why Synthetic Winch Line Instead of Cable?
There are numerous reasons why a synthetic winch line is the current and common choice amongst wheelers whether it is the fact that the old cable is worn out, frayed and it’s time to replace it or an upgrade is in order. A kink in an old cable, cosmetic appeal,…
Warn Overdrive Install
We will be installing an overdrive unit on our old Willys before we head out on our road trip in 2008. We needed something to help us make a little better time on the road so we contacted our friend Herm at http://www.hermtheoverdriveguy.com/ to see if he could help us…
U-Joint Replacement
Replacing a u-joint is a common and relatively easy task; since we have the drive lines out of our old flat fender we figured now would be a great time to change the u-joints. Having the right tools makes the job easier, safer and will help ensure that you don’t…
Spicer 18 Rebuild
Rebuilding a Spicer 18 T-Case Anyone who followed our trip for the 2007 Ultimate Road Trips knows how much time, effort, and Lucas oil we used in hopes of completing our road trip. Before hitting the road for the 2008 trip we wanted to rebuild the whole t-case just…
Grand Cherokee CV Axle Replacement
First you will want to make sure the Jeep is in park and that the rear wheels are chalked and the emergency brake is on. Loosen the lug nuts on the wheel, raise the front end off the ground and remove the wheel and tire. Next you will need to…
Drum Brake Replacement
In time all components are in need of replacement and need to be upgraded or preventive maintained. Brakes can often be one of the most over looked components on a vehicle, out of site, out of mind. Since we did the Dana 44 axle swap and most of the brakes…
Dana 44 Axle Shaft Swap
Ever have one of those days on the trail when things just happen? Well us too, here is one of the problems you occasionally have or run into……. a broken axle shaft. This happened while out playing in the NE area of Arizona. After spending a couple hours winching this…
250k Mile Jeep
Jeeps have been a part of my life since I was a kid; my parents had them when I was growing up so my love for the brand came at a young age. We used to take our weekend outings in our Jeeps and at other times I would just…
How to install a Willys era flat fender disc brake conversion
There are varying opinions and thoughts on braking systems for the older Willys era Jeep platforms. Some in the industry say they don’t go fast enough for the factory drum style brakes to be inadequate. Others will argue that four corner disc brakes are the only way to go. We…
Solex Carburetor Installation
After barely starting the second Epic Willys Adventure we began to have issues with our 1960 FC-150 on what was going to be a cross country trip from the northern U.S. Border to the southern. On the first couple of days the little cab-over ran great and we were clipping…
Installing a Howell EFI System
If you’re driving an old CJ or possibly an early YJ, there’s a good chance you’re still running the stock carburetor and fuel system. If so, and you travel to different elevations or stuff it into extreme angles, you may be dealing with the familiar affects of altitude or angle…
Yukon Hardcore Locking Hubs
Ever head out for a trail ride that you had been planning for days, weeks or maybe even months only to have a hub break? Possibly first thing on day one; or were you one of the lucky ones who managed to break it at the end of the trip?…
How to Tint a Window
Sometimes when you’re out wheeling things happen, sometimes you blow a tire, pop a bead, break an axle… This time a rock broke my window but not bad enough that the glass came flying in at me. Follow along and we’ll show you how to tint a window should this…
M416 Trailer Conversion
The M416 trailer has been a popular choice for wheelers and people needing small utility trailers for a long time. We had Adventure Trailers out of Prescott,Arizona retrofit one of their suspension systems for our M416 just before we headed out on our Ultimate Road Trip 2007. The improvement between…
BDS Shackle Reversal Kit Install
If any of you out there wonder if we at Jeep Lifestyles actually wheel or not you don’t have to look further than our project section and the product review page to know that we most definitely do. When living the wheeling lifestyle, things will break and when they do…
XJ Wagoneer Trim Removal
Alright guys, this one obviously isn’t rocket science but since we were going to be removing the trim on this XJ we thought we would show how we did it. Since some of it had been damaged while out on the trail we figured it would be easy enough and…
Why Synthetic Winch Line Instead of Cable?
There are numerous reasons why a synthetic winch line is the current and common choice amongst wheelers whether it is the fact that the old cable is worn out, frayed and it’s time to replace it or an upgrade is in order. A kink in an old cable, cosmetic appeal,…
Warn Overdrive Install
We will be installing an overdrive unit on our old Willys before we head out on our road trip in 2008. We needed something to help us make a little better time on the road so we contacted our friend Herm at http://www.hermtheoverdriveguy.com/ to see if he could help us…
U-Joint Replacement
Replacing a u-joint is a common and relatively easy task; since we have the drive lines out of our old flat fender we figured now would be a great time to change the u-joints. Having the right tools makes the job easier, safer and will help ensure that you don’t…
Spicer 18 Rebuild
Rebuilding a Spicer 18 T-Case Anyone who followed our trip for the 2007 Ultimate Road Trips knows how much time, effort, and Lucas oil we used in hopes of completing our road trip. Before hitting the road for the 2008 trip we wanted to rebuild the whole t-case just…
Grand Cherokee CV Axle Replacement
First you will want to make sure the Jeep is in park and that the rear wheels are chalked and the emergency brake is on. Loosen the lug nuts on the wheel, raise the front end off the ground and remove the wheel and tire. Next you will need to…
Drum Brake Replacement
In time all components are in need of replacement and need to be upgraded or preventive maintained. Brakes can often be one of the most over looked components on a vehicle, out of site, out of mind. Since we did the Dana 44 axle swap and most of the brakes…
Dana 44 Axle Shaft Swap
Ever have one of those days on the trail when things just happen? Well us too, here is one of the problems you occasionally have or run into……. a broken axle shaft. This happened while out playing in the NE area of Arizona. After spending a couple hours winching this…
250k Mile Jeep
Jeeps have been a part of my life since I was a kid; my parents had them when I was growing up so my love for the brand came at a young age. We used to take our weekend outings in our Jeeps and at other times I would just…