Bill shared this project.
“1954 Military M38A1 Jeep Restoration Project. That needs restoration It has 95% of the original parts and has not been modified It is original I beleave as issued This vehicle sat outside for awhile and the condition supports this. I was going to do a motor pool restoration but health and age I was unable to finish When I got the vehicle the engine was stuc. I freed up the engine and put new rings in it The old paint was partially removed and was repainted The following new parts were installed: 4 shocks, 4 wheel cyl. and hoses, master cyl, 5 new inner tubes repro gas tank and pickup, set of used military radios rebuilt fuel pump and oil lines.
The following parts will be included but not installed: complete repro exhaust system includung muffler and pipes, take out set of front leave springs, nos side mirror, new windshield rubber glass gasket, I will enclude the old glass piece to use as a template and a used radiator to be used as a core if needed The tub is in good condition with very little rust The floor is in fair condition but can be used as is, front floor panels were replaced The vehicle is not in running condition as I have not tried to start it nor do the brakes work at this time The condition of the drive train is unknown but the vehicle rolls when pushed This vehicle is being sold for parts and not running parts may be missing”