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Ten Years Since the California eWillys Trip

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UPDATE: Given we’ll be busy all weekend, here’s a look back at the tenth(!) anniversary of our trip through California…

It was ten years ago this week that we were visiting Dan Horenburger, viewing his collections, then tramping up to the former M*A*S*H location near Malibu, before meeting a lost Romanian woman. Wow, does time fly!

http://www.ewillys.com/2014/04/13/day-24-apr-12th-dans-fcs-and-the-scared-romanian/

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Dan Horenburger and I in front of his Streamline FC Motorhome. See more pics here: http://thefcconnection.com/dan_horenberger_fc_motorhome.htm

 
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16 Minute 1943 MB Rebuild Video

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Blaine shared this MB rebuild video by Al’s Garage. There are a few deviations from stock, but still it’s clear a lot of time was put into saving this old MB. Kudos for documenting this as getting the light and other details correct while focusing on rebuilding is a tedious task!

To view the video, you’ll need to go to Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p5XbCjy4nW4

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1944 Chocolate Soldier From the USA Music eBay

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Youtube has a video of the music sung by Valerie Hines and set to a montage of African American WWII service photos:

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Here’s a fascinating bit of sheet music from 1944 by Elton Box, Sonny Cox, and Lewis Ilda called “Chocolate Soldier from the USA”. It’s priced at $30. (It’s also available through abebooks for $12.74 plus shipping)

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“THIS AUCTION IS FOR A COMPLETE, RARE, ORIGINAL , USED, PIECE OF SHEET MUSIC CALLED “CHOCOLATE SOLDIER FROM THE USA”

BY ELTON BOX, SONNY COX, AND LEWIS ILDA

1944 VINTAGE

PUBLISHED BY THE IRWIN DASH MUSIC CO. LTD.
17 BERNERS ST. LONDON WI.

THE SHEET MUSIC IS IN GOOD SHAPE WITH CLEAN, CLEAR, AND LEGIBLE PAGES. VERY SLIGHT WEAR AND STAINS FROM AGE, STORAGE, AND USE.

A RARE AND ORIGINAL PIECE OF WILLYS JEEP RELATED LITERATURE”

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Tonka Gladiator Dump Truck and Auburn FC-150

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Thanks to Joe-in-Mesa for finding these two toys and scoring them for only $20 (for both). Neither are pristine, but they will work in my collection.

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1959? Maverick Special Station Wagon Postcard

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This is a hard to find postcard I just picked up on eBay. There is another one still available on eBay.

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1970s Warn Overdrive Brochure on eBay

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Here’s an AMC themed Warn overdrive brochure that I hadn’t seen.

View all the information on eBay

“GLOSSY CATALOG INSERT 8.5 x 11
FRONT and BACK
1 PAGE INSERT
Items are described as accurately as I can, with emphasis on the flaws to avoid disappointment
~ Shelve wear from age and use is Visible
~ Scuff marks
~ Creasing VISIBLE
~ Wear/Tear on Edges/Corners
please refer to photos. Additional photos can be provided”

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1970’s Warn Hubs Brochure on eBay

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This is an AMC themed Warn hubs brochure. Again, not one I’ve seen.

View all the information on eBay

“GLOSSY CATALOG INSERT 8.5 x 11
FRONT and BACK
1 PAGE INSERT
Items are described as accurately as I can, with emphasis on the flaws to avoid disappointment
~ Shelve wear from age and use is Visible
~ Scuff marks
~ Creasing VISIBLE
~ Wear/Tear on Edges/Corners
please refer to photos. Additional photos can be provided”

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1959? Jeep Parts 5×8 Postcard on eBay

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There are two of these Jeep Parts’ postcards available on eBay. Given the FC-170 and the split window trucks and wagons, I’d say this is a 1958 or 1959 postcard.

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“Vintage Jeep Parts Advertising Brochure Big Postcard 5” x 8” in Excellent Condition see pictures. Richie Motors Cumberland Wisconsin.”

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1948? Willys Sales and Service Postcards on eBay

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UPDATE: These are still available. Price is $100.

(12/06/2022) This may represent all the postcards in this series from what I believe is either 1948 or 1949.

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“THIS AUCTION IS FOR 10 VERY RARE,ORIGINAL EARLY WILLYS JEEP SALES & SERVICE DEALER POSTCARDS, & AN ORIGINAL WILLYS OVERLAND LUBRICATION AGREEMENT BOOKLET FOR THE GLOVE COMPARTMENT

ORIGINAL – NOT A REPRODUCTION.
40’S VINTAGE
10 DEALER SALES AND SERVICE PAPER POSTCARDS.
ALL THE BACK SIDES ARE THE SAME AS PHOTO SHOWS.
THE PHOTO’S SHOW THE 10 DIFFERENT FRONT SIDES WITH THE COLORED GRAPHICS AND ADVERTISING INFORMATION.

AS AN EXTRA ON THIS AUCTION LISTING IS AN ORIGINAL, UNUSED, WILLYS OVERLAND LUBRICATION AGREEMENT
BOOKLET FOR THE VEHICLE GLOVE BOX.”

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1943 Music The Rythum of the Jeep on eBay

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This sheet music doesn’t show a jeep, but describes the experience of riding in one. The buy-it-now price is $25.

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“THIS AUCTION IS FOR A COMPLETE, RARE, ORIGINAL , USED, PIECE OF SHEET MUSIC CALLED “THE RHYTHM OF THE JEEP”

WORDS BY VERA BROWN AND MUSIC BY FRANK BARON

1943 VINTAGE

PRINTED IN ENGLAND BY KEITH PROWSE AND CO. LTD. LONDON-WI. 1943

THE SHEET MUSIC IS IN GOOD SHAPE WITH CLEAN, CLEAR, AND LEGIBLE PAGES. VERY SLIGHT WEAR FROM AGE, STORAGE, AND USE.

A RARE AND ORIGINAL PIECE OF WILLYS JEEP RELATED LITERATURE”

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According to this thread, the words to the song are as follows:

Jeep Jeep thats’s what they call it, Just needs a G.I. to hold it,
Bounc-ing o-ver road and lane, driv-ing this tune round my brain.
Have you ev-er tried THE RHYTHM OF THE JEEP its a gal-lop and a wriggle not a creep,

You must find a lease.and-len-der, who is just a sol – id send-er but be carefull you don’t end up in a heap
When you hear a rat-tle and a little hoot Then its time for you to shake a dainty boot—-

All the book-ies will be leap-ing and the Ser-geant Ma-jor weep-ing
When they get THE RHYTHM OF THE JEEP

You bend your knees– and then you boog-ie to your partner with a Beep – Beep – Beep – Beep, You cud-dle up,
but you had bet-ter watch your drivin cause your’e tak-ing a ride in a Jeep.

Jack and Jill no long-er ling-er on a hill
Now-a -days they’re Su-sy -que-ing with a will

At the Palais you will find them with the gang all there behind them Jiv-ing to THE RHYTHM OF THE JEEP——

 
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1951 CJ-3A East Moriches, NY $10,900

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John spotted this solid looking CJ-3A.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/869489168277950/

“1951 JEEP Willy CJ3A – Runs and Drives 💯 %, From North Carolina , frame solid , really no rust at all , a few small surface spots on body, new Carburetor, new wire harness, new shocks and leaf spring in front of, have the rear but not installed comes with vehicle, new tires and wheels, new speedometer, have all paperwork for new owner, inspection was done, great Willy, don’t low ball, if serious msg me!!! Parked in doors year round!!”

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1948? CJ-2A? Stockton, CA $3800

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TJ spotted this survivor that runs and drives. Has an F-head. It’s listed as a 1948, but the body may be CJ-3A, though it looks like the radiator attaches from underneath, so it might be a very early 3A.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/969711507821206/

“For sales a 1948 Willy’s. runs and drive smoke a little,clean title in hand non op,.4 cylinder 4×4 3 speed.Message me if you’re interested.”

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1948? CJ-2A? Boonville, NY $2000

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This appears to be an MB/GPW with some 2A parts. Thanks to John for sharing.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/7590670924328006

“Needs a good home with someone with the time and knowledge to put her on the road. Everyone wants to know if it runs, it does not. It has a new radiator, new gas tank and steering linkage and steering wheel. As you can see it has a military body, so the body has to be older than ‘48 and a previous owner put a tailgate on it which it wouldn’t have. It does roll.”

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1960 Wagon Markleville, IN Auction May 3rd

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Looks like the wagon has some mods. No description provided. It is a 2-Day Spring Consignment Auction Friday, May 3rd & Saturday, May 4th.

https://www.auctionzip.com/Listings/3910720.html

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1950 CJ-3A Bonners Ferry, ID $4000

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Bill shared this modified CJ-3A.

https://www.facebook.com/commerce/listing/301813176157041/

“Its got a ford 260 with an overdrive The motor is not stuck, but its been sitting.”

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Year? Truck Craigsville, VA May 18th Auction

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This truck looks to be a 1950s truck. No description provided. Auction at 10 Sprouse Hollow Ln., Craigsville, Va.
Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 9 a.m.

https://www.auctionzip.com/Listings/3905243.html

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1947 CJ-2A Goldendale, WA $2500

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This has sat since 1972. Uncle how much value is here.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/957693182217460/

“Project Sat since 1972 title in hand”

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1964 CJ-5 Tully, NY $2000

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John shared this project CJ-5 with a Meyer hardtop.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/420525553898817/

“I am listing this for my sister she bought it and lost interest in it It is a 1964 Jeep MJ5 we believe the engine turns over freely haven’t started it in a little while and believe it is complete and comes with s10 seats it’s a manual the tub has a crack but easily repairable has complete front clip and even comes with one good windshield and the frame that’s attached to a broken windshield She is mainly looking for trades for a pre 1999 Mazda Miata hardtop thanks for looking $2000 obo”

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Just a Few Updates

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Just a few updates today. I should have the irrigation done by tomorrow. Calves got moved today, so hope to move our steers in the next day or two. We have family stuff this weekend, so my hope is to have more regular updates next week.

 
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Late 1940s Uses for Jeeps

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UPDATE: This was last published Jan 08, 2018.

This was published in a late 1940s sales book. One guy claims he hooked up his windshield wiper vacuum hose to his milking machine to streamlined the milking.

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1962 Wagon Portland, ME $4000

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The seller labels this 2WD wagon a Maverick, but this May of 1962 2WD wagon brochure does not identify it as such. Thanks to John for sharing this ad. This runs and drives.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1685785275244236

“If the ad is up the car is still available 2wd with the Tornado 230 straight 6. All kinds of work done, currently registered and driving. Floors need to be replaced and I bought new ones that are included. Would trade for a nice 50’s good driving Oldsmobile or similar car. New brakes, shocks and rear springs. Fuel tank is excellent along with new fuel lines”

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1950 CJ-3A Queen Creek, AZ $7500

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Joe-in-Mesa shared this one.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/830621722416415

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“1950 CJ3A. 200 Ford “Straight 6” out of 60’s Mustang. Runs amazing. New ring gear, starter, battery, fuel tank, sender, etc. Aluminum radiator. New STA Coker vintage style tires. Koenig half cab, nicest half cab I’ve ever seen! I might try and keep cab if new owner doesn’t want it. Body has some rust pockets from being in Colorado most of its life. Battery shut off switch. Kill switch on dash. Roll bar. Disc brakes. Good glass. Saginaw Steering conversion. Lots of work went into making this Jeep drive very well. Interior/ seats are very nice and comfortable. Needs just a little TLC, but can go on the trail today(shifter has some play). Clean title in my name. Located in Queen Creek, Arizona.”

 
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1967 CJ-5 Waynesville, OH $3200

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Roger Martin is selling this CJ-5 that’s equipped with a PTO and rear gearbox. The engine runs, but the brakes need finishing. You can contact him at 937 477 5270 or via email rogerjm55 @ gmail.com (remove spaces from around the @).

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“The jeep starts and runs good. The previous owner said he put wheel cylinders on it, but he didn’t finish hooking up the brake lines on the front. I don’t know how good of a job he did putting wheel cylinders on it. So it needs brake work for sure. The carburetor drips gas, so it needs the carburetor rebuilt. It as a rust hole on the right front frame where the front crossmember connects to the frame

The transmission sounds a little noisy. Do not know if it’s low on grease or it needs bearings.

 
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1960 FC-170 DRW Amarillo, TX $34,000

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Looks in good shape.

https://www.facebook.com/commerce/listing/275198212300409

“1960 Jeep FC170 Dually – Super Rare Runs and Drives Great Clean Texas Title Not the original motor Lots of money invested in this truck. Needs a paint job on cab – small rust spot top corner on drivers side – sanded and primed.”

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1955 Truck Clarkston, WA $2500 OBO

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TJ shared this truck. The body just might be solid.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/705281068352429/

“The Windows’s are gone but the body is all there I have not title make Me an offer”

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