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If you bit-the-bullet and ordered yourself a new 2007-2018 Jeep Wrangler JK and endured the wait we hope you are enjoying your JK. Below is a list of DCX order codes, these codes indicate the various stages of the build. If you were one of the many of us Jeepers that ordered a new JK, …
Remember how the CJ, YJ, and TJ all had their steering box mounted on the inner front frame rail just waiting to be smacked on something. Well Jeep changed that on the new Wrangler JK. It now sits back, behind the radiator, on top of the frame inside the engine compartment. Now that’s a nice …
Question: I want to do a brake conversion on my 1968 CJ5. I’d like to ditch the old front drums and install discs. What’s my options? Jim Funk Answer: Great question with a couple of options. The pre-72 CJ’s used a Dana 25/27 front axle which was equipped with the closed knuckle u-joints. OPTION: Swapping …
Question: I’d like to know if later model CJ-7 wide track axles will fit in my 76 CJ-5? Will KeithAnswer: Definitely! This conversion is practically a bolt it. 76-86 CJ’s all used the same mounts for the axles. Potential snags…brake lines, e-brake lines, and shock mounts. See the article Wide Track CJ with ARB Air …
Jim’s 1951 Willys Jeep 2-door Station Wagon..Jim has got some questions about this Jeep.
Question: I have an 86 Grand Wagonner with the AMC 360 engine. I am rebuilding a 71 AMC 360. Any problems with swapping the engines? I am especially curious about the crank shaft to transmission hook up. Thank you, Jeffrey Answer: All the AMC V8’s used the same outer mounting points including the crankshaft output …
Steve from Massachusetts Sahara is equipped with Toyo 295/70/R17 Open Country M/T tires mounted to Jeep Hulk rims from a Commander. Behind the tires and wheels are a set of Spidertrax 1.25″ Wheel Spacers to add a little width. Steve says these tires have an amazing rating for off road use and very good for …
Ry and his brother Matt from Pennsylvania get the distinction of being the first JK’s featured in the Readers Jeeps section. Ry and Matt’s JK Unlimiteds are both X models in Red Rock Crystal paint with soft tops. Ry’s Jeep has a 6 speed and Matt’s is automatic. Matt’s Jeep has 4.10’s with a trac-loc. …
Ry and his brother Matt from Pennsylvania get the distinction of being the first JK’s featured in the Readers Jeeps section. Ry and Matt’s JK Unlimiteds are both X models in Red Rock Crystal paint with soft tops. Ry’s Jeep has a 6 speed and Matt’s is automatic. Matt’s Jeep has 4.10’s with a trac-loc.
Installing Caster Adjusting Leaf Spring Wedges aka Shims. A common practice while installing a lift kit on a leaf spring equipped CJ is the installation of degree shims. These shims correct the caster angle by rotating the axle either clockwise or counter-clockwise. Installation is rather easy, these shims are placed between the axle mounting perch …
