My F100 Is FINALLY Back On The Ground! *Disk Brake Upgrade!*

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[@MattSkiDooFord]

Big thanks for the Shout out! I appreciate it alot Craig! Keep up the great content!

[@GlennsSpeedShop]

I am building a 1966 F100 with a 302 over on my channel, also dealing with valve train issues. Had some comunications with another 302 guy that said he drilled and pinned his rocker arm studs to keep them in place. Just thought I would mention that. Keep the videos comming.

[@DavidJones-hl5om]

Looks Great Disc Brakes Awesome. My First Vehicle a 62 Ford Pickup F100 Stepside. I was 16 it had a 292 V8 a 4 Speed and 4:11 Posie rear-end, I put 4 barrel manifold and carburetor, a Tach, Corvair Bucket Seats. the best sound system in the 70s. Installed Headphones plugged in the Dash. Chromed Defroster Vents. ash tray and glove box, Chrome Steelies rims Front and rear 15 inch wide the in rear Stainless 66 ford Hub caps. Loved that truck.

[@jamesbascombe6869]

I pulled the whole brake system out of my 68 last fall. All new stainless steel brake lines, four wheel disk now. Did my fronts sort of like you did. I just ordered spindles for a 73. And the went with all the upgrades. Cross drilled an vented rotors. Six piston calipers on the front, four piston on the rear. And the hp pads. I bought the kit for the rear.

[@PaganWizard]

Very nice, very clean, very impressive.........Now the rear end is crying for a disk brake conversion.

[@mitchhuested6244]

It's a little late now, but you should have drilled and tapped a drain plug for your rear end! Did it on my 74 F100 and it makes for a much cleaner gear change. Also gives you something to jack it up on. Just put a piece of 2x4 on Jack pad. Just a thought. Check out Lugnuts for a rear disc swap kit. Going to get a kit for my 77 F250 w/Dana 60, but they have good kits for the 9" rearend too.😊

[@ozmister101]

easiest way and best way to replace the cap without ever damaging them is a half inch socket that goes over it and covers the edges then just tap it in.

[@youngbuckrestoration3912]

The copper is a really kick ass touch. Separates from the black underbody and compliments the patina

[@mustangguy8622]

Awesome video craig. I have a 74 long bed. Before I shipped it to myself where in the Uk my mechanic in Arkansas overhauled the breaks for me. Colour coding the callipers to. One question I have. I have 15/10 and 15/8 craigar ss wheels on it. I think it sits ok. But I would like better handling. Can I just put a set of coil overs on it. Would that give me a better ride. And handling. ?? Thanks mate keep them videos coming love seeing your progress. Thanks again

[@troysgarage]

The one clip of the rear axle it look red as can be. At other angles it's copper, is it a color flip pearl in the paint? I'm about to completely tear my 79 apart, pull the cab off and begin the full body restoration while I get the block and heads machined and prepped for rebuild. Gotta also finish the basement! ugh, I'd rather be working on the truck!

[@cerqinator6116]

Awesome to see the truck on the ground again man, might have to try and make an RC replica of it one day and maybe he red galaxie maybe

[@RetroTVNewYork]

Brother, your truck is looking MEAN! Love the new cooper cobra look. Can you please tell me the size of your new tires? Keep up the amazing transformation. A Big hug from Puerto Rico.

[@kmnremtp]

Mannnnnn I just told William, Greaserthoughts, that I was getting the shakes from Craig/Fred/Greaserthoughts withdrawals!!!! So glad y’all posted today! Maybe it’ll give me some drive to work on my junk tomorrow! Bought a Weber/edelbrock carb at scrapyard yesterday n a buddy of mine started stripping a gold duster for his dart project!

[@five-oonsene545]

Since you didn't set the pinion angle with the truck sitting on all 4 tires with the full weight of the truck you might want to check that again to make sure the rear end is 3 degrees lower than the transmissions angle. Can't wait to see the new heads with screw in studs, that should finish everything up.

[@NorthernPerformanceGroup]

Did you change the brake master because drum brake masters hold pressure so your brakes will drag in the front

[@clydelewis850]

I like the stance on this truck, tires fit nicely filling in the gap like we see on stock trucks.

[@OtisENGINEuity]

To install a dust cap on brakes just get a big ass socket or piece of pipe that fits over it and sits on the rim and then hammer it in straight. Don't do what you are doing here.. You want it to go in flush and not distort. Also when tightening your castle nut on discs you should be spinning the disc while tightening it and then just tighten it until there's some drag on it. (Yes I actually took auto shop and paid attention, despite what my asshole instructor said.. not too mention I've been watching car shows on tv for 30 years now)

[@mredmister3014]

That’s an awesome setup. What wheels are those? Kick ass truck.

[@mr.booshay]

I love how in the montage you just had to do the galaxy dirty 😂🖕🏻

[@morgansword]

You have come a long ways Craig. I have to say that I pulled my hair out a few times but your on it now. You know more about camshafts than I do so single plane manifolds might just be the ticket for you. I felt like it compromised brake vacuum and so didn't care for that single plane but things do change an your way ahead of me there. good luck as its been frustrating for you for sure

[@uncleheide]

All very cool, but I had to miss something- I saw the disk brakes go on but didn’t see any brake hoses or tie rods etc. Then it was back on the ground and the wrap up was talking about fixing the engine rocker problem?

[@FordFanatic865]

Love the videos Craig! Keep up the great work! Super stoked to see it all buttoned up! ✊🏼

[@markopanonymus]

Dude that’s awesome!!! Love your channel! It’s inspiring me to get off my butt and do something with my 78 f100. You still check your P.O. Box! Rad!! Sending you something tomorrow!

[@Thecraig909]

Yeah man, Thanks I appreciate it.

[@rustylocke]

Excellent video. Funny I ''m rebuilding the rearend of my 64 Galaxie right now.

[@geonbugman]

Awesome stuff Brother!

[@kevinanderson705]

Dang that truck is comin together Graig!!!! Way better than those two foul mouthed girlfriends you got named Galaxie!

[@hysell20]

Great work man!

[@kevinparent8843]

how's the drum at that much HP ? i dont find any conversion kit for my ram w100 and wanted to swap something strong also.. wondering if it was not that bad

[@elijahkyriacou9524]

Hi so I have a 69 f100 with drums and I would like to go to disc? Would this work for my truck? Finding a set of spindles and breaks from a 70f100?

[@davidvansickle563]

“ IF YOUR NOT FIRST--THEN YOUR LAST 👍👍🏁🏁🏁🏁🏁🏁

[@thevermonsterrichards5163]

GREAT JOB CRAIGGY FROM YOUR PAL THE VERMONSTER

[@quinton3997]

Is the king pin diameter different on the disk brake conversion

[@callummcdonald3687]

thank god you ended up using new rotors/hubs. I was cringing when you said you were going to reuse the old ones haha

[@quinton3997]

Are the I beams different on the 73

[@stevenjennings8347]

Awesome informational educational video experience Y'alls God Bless Ya 🙏

[@tcreed1143]

Nice , hey wanna come too Canada and do same to my F100 🤔 lol

[@boreed2379]

I like your snow

[@nolingatewood5182]

I tried to press those sleeves out out with a socket and a vice, it wasn’t fun I ended up taking them to the machine shop too 🤣

[@MichelleBakken12]

its better to take your time to do it right than fast and woops

[@germancorcesbohmer2307]

Brand of the disk brakes?? Which kit is??

[@joshuagarcia8497]

What wheels are those and where did you get them??

[@jimmybagby7922]

When are you going to work on your truck

[@bobwise1347]

i did this same swap on my 1969 f 100

[@bobbyjones2363]

Back plates?(Front)

[@johnkendrick3000]

Your truck always looks awesome but one question I have is why don't you have your tires with the white letters so everybody can see them? I don't get why people don't use them anymore

[@wilsonholdeman2943]

Oh u messed up putting the white letters to the inside

[@gizzak1]

Why did you not re-install the dust shields?

[@Dmar1078]

I'm about ready to install a whole new break system on my car. It isn't a classic but it's paid for. Don't laugh it's a 2002 cavalier. Lol I know I know. It's my only form of transportation it will be be worth it in the long run.

[@tsp159]

The two words that make any vehicle 100% better: "PAID FOR" No shame in taking pride in your ride. An '02 Cavalier that you own is something you can be proud of.

[@playsimulation8232]

DO A DRIVING VID WITH YOUR TRUCK PLS!!!!!

[@1manshop335]

Im loving that color

[@rgs4x]

Painting brake drums prevents heat dissipation.

[@John-jr1si]

When I ordered my new drums, they were already black.

[@keithjanikula4914]

those rims are sick

[@markamcampbell6340]

And hydro boost.

[@rarebreed6703]

Would you ever sell your truck and how much would you ask if you did?

[@Dave_Boyer]

Hey, don’t laugh. My 74 Maverick Grabber has all new suspension, and is raptor lined underneath, with its original paint and rust topside.

[@jimh309]

I remember like it was yesterday my Mom picking up our new 1971 red Maverick Grabber with the V8 and being so proud! It was a sleeper for sure!

[@JohnsonT2724]

Still waiting to see the Marti report on this truck.

[@markamcampbell6340]

Why not 4wheel disc brakes

[@brucekultgen132]

Drum brakes work better with load changes ; example - camper vs no camper.....4 wheel disk brakes should have a adjustable proportioning valve...for the load difference!

[@bigfootgarage2201]

When do you think you’re going to do your crown Vic swap on your truck?

[@kennyvelez8060]

Hey Craig if you want to sell those 15x10 wheels I would be interested in them, or if you could let me know where you got them so I can get a set, Thanks Man pm me let me know

[@billyhensley592]

White letters out for Gods sake !!!!

[@MavenFade]

Was thinking the same thing, why have them on the inside!! Although if we complain about it enough maybe he will buy some white tire markers for em 🤣

[@billyhensley592]

@@MavenFade lol yep I agree

[@PeterHatch-mx7zc]

Why not just crown Victoria crossmember it ??

[@gerrikupicki4060]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@KHONSU_MCX]

There’s a meet at the sams club in lemon grove you should show up all the JDM

[@judylee8241]

Why do you talk sooo fast and ramble on about absolutely nothing!! ???? The show might be good if you would be quiet for a minute!!

[@crlsx6038]

LS SWAP IT !!!

[@jamesworkman686]

Lmao 🤣 he would never downgrade like that 🤦

[@lilorbielilorbie2496]

Resigned NO NO NO NO NO .And did I say NO.! I unsubbed from 330Garage because he put in an ls into his F-100, but he had already built a good 390. I know it's his truck and all but the world does not revolve around the sbc.

[@crlsx6038]

@@jamesworkman686 you mean upgrade LS is powerful and reliable 400 hp and reliable u can’t beat that #lsswaptheworld #lsxford

[@deadon4847]

@@crlsx6038 He's not a limp wristed rainbow flag waver to put that chevrollsgay junk in his truck.

[@MavenFade]

Lol fuck no

[@leonardwalters154]

Not to point out the obvious, but I think you forgot the dust shield, its actually needed to protect the inner seal and bearing

[@greggoett]

When setting the front wheel bearings.. you are supposed to spin the rotor while tightening the nut, to the torque spec,ed then back the nut off 1/4 turn. This ensures the bearings seat properly.

[@robertarthurs328]

60°

[@markamcampbell6340]

Don't you have to change the master cylinder and residual valve as well..

[@ozmister101]

no thats only if you want power brakes. then youll need a brake booster and a vacuum in the intake for the assist to work. brake line up behind the tire will be differnt but will just go straight into the line and bleed your done.

[@chastblind7606]

Your oriellys does resurface? I don't even bother trying to resurface. They always turn it down and say it's to thin

[@alecjones364]

Man I just ordered wilwood disc brake kit for my f100 I’m so ready

[@roostercogburn7243]

You couldn't find the spindles for the swap? They're very hard to find.

[@tommyhall350]

Glad to see that bad boy is on the ground take care buddy

[@ODSTunt]

Not gonna lie, the i beams and rear diff would look pretty badass with some pin striping 🤙

[@jaysonescoe5799]

Man she’s looking sweet!! Definitely want a 68/71 myself! Be a nice addition to my 01 7.3!!

[@skigdividerx4991]

Nobody knows how to grease wheel bearings anymore.

[@joshuamieniei7901]

Would love to see more of Franklins truck

[@joetheman357]

Perfect stance with those wheels and tires for sure. Thinking about turning my 17 f150 5.0 into a lowered street truck. Currently leveled on 33s. Love the vids, i can only hope my channel grows like yours lol.

[@troygibson6690]

Ok I have a 71 f100 and I’ve installed DJM ibeams on it. I’m wanting to swap it over to disc brakes. I have a 75-79 disc brake setup from a donor truck. Will my DJM ibeams work with the 75-79 spindles or will I need new DJM ibeams for the 75-79 spindles?

[@toddthomas4542]

If you’re not going to use the rotor dust shield I would like to buy them off of you

[@allenshearer]

He should put them back on. They are there for a reason.

[@properteaproperty]

I did rear discs on mine (8.8 rear) and then did an F350 brake booster swap.. Stops like a car now..

[@randyberg5264]

I own 94 bronco 95 f 150 4x4 flareside both 5 litre delete smog and other stuff want to gp asperated keep up the good work could you send me a hat or t shirt xx lrge low icome thanxs brother

[@roostercogburn7243]

I'd love to put disc brakes on my 70 F100. It was my Dad's truck. The original owner owned it up until 1996. So it's a 2 owner.

[@BLAKEDILLONRACINGDEVELOPMENT]

Hey Craig, can you do the knuckle and disc brake swap with a 3/4 ton?

[@CJ-cq4pu]

I did the same swap on my 67. Did your 15x8 with 3” backspace wheels clear the calipers?

[@scottyetter5661]

Why didn't you remove the leafspring perches on the top of the rear. Not bashing just asking

[@Scrapy-ih7ob]

Can you send some warm weather to PA, I want work on my Project.. really like to get My Tail gate assembled in my bronco.

[@jr.torres4491]

Good stuff bro , like that color, it stands out . it was copper right ?. next video can you talk any plans to the inside like if your going to do a custom audio ? .

[@classicstangbrn8964]

I thought you were building a Crown Victoria chassis, why are you screwing with I beams.

[@Baddog6873]

Back in the seventies we used to paint our rear ends fluorescent orange and other bright colors because we had our cars jacked up and you can see our rear end from any angle... hahaha

[@bobwise1347]

i converted my 69 ranger to pwr steering. it will not self center. when the truck is sitting still you can just get the steering wheel started and it will go until it bottoms out by itself. any suggestions

[@allenshearer]

You went to all the trouble painting the axle tube. You should have also painted the pumpkin.

[@black82f100]

Great video good to see it on the ground looks great 👍

[@mopartshemi]

Dude all that work for disk and you don't put the dust shields on the front to make them last longer.

[@robinweiger6504]

You can make the break line yourself Out of stateless steel Or get the gold brake line

[@jaredbouchie4054]

Looks nice, but you forgot to install the brake backing plates.

[@canadiankrispybacon1450]

Labor to spin those rotors, why not just buy new discs?

[@TheZaciechan]

Haven’t seen it for a bit so I must ask. What’s up with the cv chassis?

[@sgtfroman]

Been waiting for this! Can't wait to see the engine upgrades. Your truck should handle and drive sooo much better now!

[@justkicking6236]

Love your truck! It's been crazy seeing it progress from long tube headers to this!

[@relmdrifter]

What did you do for the master cylinder?

[@phillipmorris2418]

What’s a good cheap way to put disk brakes on the back