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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 …
Dana 30 and Dana 44 Front Axle Caster Adjustment
Jeep Steering Alignment 101 – Dana 30 and Dana 44 Front Axle Camber Adjustment
