Living The Jeep Lifestyle

In this episode we finally get to see the fruits of our labor pay off as we see the vision of the build begin to take shape. Once we get the main components like the springs and axles underneath the frame, we can get to some of the other "add-on's". After we get the axles are installed we will be doing a front and rear disc brake conversion for a more, modern day braking power style.

After months of planning, accumulating parts, working with the guys at Rugged Werx for our powder coating, we finally get the opportunity to begin the build. Thanks to the guys over at Rugged Werx in Riverton Wyoming, the components look better than they did when they rolled off the factory floor in 1961. This is when things start to get a bit... Exciting.

Total destruction is our goal in this episode! We cannot simply tear it down to the frame and give it the "Krylon Touch" if we want this Fc to stand out in a crowd. As we continue to tear the project apart we set thing in a couple of different piles, those that go to powder coating, those that go to the scrap bin and the rest in up in the... "Where are we going to find a replacement" pile! Check it out as we get to the last stage of the disassembly process and prepare for the long, long journey of bringing this iconic piece of Jeep history back to life.

A project cannot begin anew until it is torn down. We begin the teardown process and start getting this 1961 FC-150 disassembled so we can get a better assessment of what's there, what's still usable and what needs to go as well as what may need to be replaced. This stage gives us our first real exposure to the depth of the project that lies ahead. As you can see, this old Jeep has been sitting idle for WAYYYY too long and as such, it is definitely going to need some love to bring it back to the land of the living. It's a good thing we have a long standing love for these vehicles and are willing to get our hands dirty. Follow along as we begin the disassembly process as we get started.

We begin the inspection and teardown of our 1961 FC-150. We get a chance to take a closer look inside and out to show the good, the bad and the ugly of our FC find and what it is going to need to bring this gem back to life. The first thing it will need is to be disassembled, stay tuned or check back in regularly as we will have regular updates of the process.

Wheeling around the Nevada, Arizona border while scouting for a possible event and testing a Go Pro at the same time. Nothing too exciting but a clip to show some of the terrain in and around the AZ,NV desert. The roads look like they are pretty average but if you look closely you'll that it is a pretty good climb.

A quick little clip of my 1987 YJ doing a short climb at Area BFE south of Moab. As we all know, pics and video never seem to fully capture the angle or depth of obstacles. The big block powered YJ on "ton's" walks right up it making it look easy.

Flat Fender Day during EJS, climbing Wipeout Hill.

Sponsor intro and teaser of our upcoming Willys FC-150 build. We will take this beaten down, worn out Willys workhorse and give it a second chance at life. This resurrection isn't going to be your average, get it running a drive it a bit kind of build. We will be bringing this rarity back with the original design and components for the most part. We will also be adding a couple of modern comforts to package so hopefully there will be enough for the purists as well as a bit for those who want a bit more shine. Please follow along and let us know your thoughts as we share our project and build with our followers and viewers.

Flat Fender Day during EJS, climbing Wipeout Hill.

Follow along as we show you the process involved to convert rear disc brakes on any older Willys Jeep to a disc brake system. The kit we use in this video is available at www.KaiserWillys.com There are some details included in this video that we experienced along the way that were not covered in the instructions. Hopefully this will give you a full rounded view of the process should you be considering this for your classic Jeep.

Running a couple of Jeep Cherokees through the Dead Mountains of Nevada.

A little bit of video from wheeling in Hot Springs Arkansas at the Superlift Off-Road Park on the Pipeline Trail.

Here's an Easter Jeep Safari throwback of a Jeep TJ walking up Potato Salad Hill.

We give the Filter Magnet a test run on a 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee to see what if any metal might be floating around inside of the oil filter after a standard oil change.

A little bit of video from preparations for the Jeep Camp in China in 2011

Video of one of the wettest seasons we've seen on the Rubicon Trail. Pre-running the trail in preparation for the upcoming season and we got hit with an amazing amount of snow and rain causing an evacuation of staff out of the Rubicon Trail until things dried up.

In this video we walk you through the installation process of a Howell fuel injection system on a 1998 Jeep Wrangler YJ with the 258 ci carbureted motor. We show the full installation from beginning to end on what it takes, parts and tools needed so you can upgrade your fuel system on an older carbureted motor if you have the desire to do so.

Nothing like watching high horsepower Jeep vehicles racing on ice!

A little bit of trail testing in Wyoming on a private course that was created and used for a "All Season" driving program. the obstacles and rocks were good sized and well hidden under the fresh snow.

Brakes are certainly one of the last things on a persons mind until you need to rely on them for obvious reasons. We had the opportunity to test these handy and easy to use Brake Strips out to test the quality of our brake fluid in a jeep Grand Cherokee that had close to 250,000 miles on it.

One of the last steps of preparation for the EWA, Erin did a fantastic job of bringing some new life to these old and worn out seats. It made a day and night difference in the comfort for our backs and bodies on the 2k mile journey to Moab.

More preparations for our EWA trip. Vision capabilities are Highly underrated!

Three weeks and counting before we departed on the Epic Willys Adventure. this video gives a little more insight to the work and effort that went into getting this 1947 CJ-2A road worthy.

A quick intro and overview of our plans and intentions while preparing for the original Epic Willys Adventure.