Russel shared this video article subtitled in English about the Colombian Yipaos.
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M-38 @ World’s Largest Truck Stop
Jan posted this to her Facebook page. There is an M-38 located inside the “world’s largest truck stop” in Walcott, IA. We drove by that place and, had I known, we would have stopped and taken pics ourselves (that’s what we get for being in a hurry … grrrr).
This random video of the world’s largest truck stop is from a “wheretheheckarethealbans” video.
Nelly Belle Pin
I just picked this pin up off of ebay thanks to Maury!
There are two more, though not quite as nice, on eBay right now (you can make an offer on them), from a different seller.
2 1953 Berg’s “King of Jeeps” Parts Catalog on ebay
This gives a fairly early look at the parts available for jeeps; it’s hard to say how many images it has.
View all the information on eBay (there is a second 1953 catalog also available; it’s cheap, but isn’t in very good shape: View all the information on eBay)
Custom Jeep Bed Youngsville, NC No Price
Tom spotted this unusual bed. It appears it can be ordered.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2371744186274414/
“Custom made Jeep bed Twin size All wood Just a few pieces we can do”
Year? Perfect Jeep and Parts Catalog on eBay
This is my first time seeing a Perfect Jeep and Parts Company catalog. As best as I can uncover, the company was owned by Bernard S. Forman, who, as owner, copyrighted the name and catalog in 1956. It may have been this Bernie who used to live in Chicago and died last year.
This brochure and the company’s location seems to have been pretty close to Berg’s, so they must have been direct competitors. This brochure has 23 pages and is not in good shape.
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Brian Chuchua Catalog Pages
These are the final scans from Brian Chucha’s catalog (see the earlier scans here). I’ll eventually combine these altogether.
Thanks to Maury, I’ve recently purchased a Con-Ferr catalog from the early 1970s which ought to have a whole lot of interesting content, too. I should have some scans of that in early August.
Original 1946? Early CJ-2A Brochure on eBay
This seller has five of these early CJ-2A brochures for $10.99. That’s a real good price.
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“This lot offers the early Universal Jeep dealer’s brochure/foldout as shown. It measures 8 1/2 x 10 1/2 inches. It measures 34 inches long when opened. This brochure includes 14 pictures of the Jeep doing heavy-duty farm work. The condition is excellent.”
Spen Trailer Brochure on ebay
This brochure that Maury spotted highlights both the model “S” and the model “V”. The seller is accepting offers.
Rare K&K Side Mower in Southern California **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** More pics. The mower can include the PTO equipment (or available separately).
This K&K Mower still has it’s data tag and is in good shape. You can learn more about these mowers here: http://www.ewillys.com/2019/05/17/the-k-and-k-mower-patent/#comments
Handy Table for Sleeping/Eating
This article comes from the 1963 issue of Four Wheeler Magazine. Perhaps more interesting to me than the table, which is utilized for sleeping or as a table is the top. The top was modified to accommodate the table, but I’ve not seen a top that also had the rhombus-shaped rear windows. I believe the bumpers may be from Con-Ferr (or were later sold by Con-Ferr).
Photos from Belgium’s National Day Celebration
Charles shared these photos from Belgium’s 2019 National Day Celebration parade. I’ve also added a Belgium fun-facts video; did you know that 80% of billiard balls come from Belgium?
Below are the pics from Charles. The whole royal family was present for the parade, as this year is the 75th year of Belgium’s liberation. Some thirty old-aged belgian veterans were present (aged between 90 -98 ), each personally greeted by the king. The parade included sherman tanks and about 20 Willys jeeps.
9th Annual King Family Jeep Weekend
Jason reports that his family continued their annual jeep weekend.
“The King family of Parke County, Indiana held their 9th annual Sweetwater Run Jeep Rally over the 4th of July weekend, 2019. Family members, and extended family members came from six states. Those traveling the farthest came from Oregon. Several events were held…… Favorite Jeep contest, A nine-mile timed route with each leg a different speed, to name a couple.
After a pitch-in Bar-B-Que dinner we followed the trail of the Wabash and Erie Canal. We ended our afternoon Jeep Tour by driving up the world-famous Newport Hill…. where the Newport Hill Climb (newporthillclimb.com) is held annually during the first weekend of October.
We ended the day with music. Singer/songwriter Jack Shannon performed an hour of original songs. His singing and guitar playing was enjoyed by everyone.”
Willys jeep Dealer Service Card Reminder **SOLD**
Using the Stradivarius as an example seems an odd choice to me given the Jeep’s demographic. Seems like they could have picked something a little less aloof. Maybe something like, “even a race car needs tune ups” or “even John Wayne has to go to the doctor for checkups”?
“Dealer sales service advertising of Willys. Measures approximately 5″ by 8″ Good condition.”
Here’s another one that was on eBay:
1950 Berg Jeep Parts Catalog **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
This early 1950 Bert “King of Jeeps” catalog only has about 24 pages. The price is high, but the seller will accept offers.
“Offered – Berg’s Truck and Parts Co., Genuine Jeep Parts and Replacement Parts, Catalog 150. Age – Dated 1950, stamped on the back.”
1949 Truck JeepRod Traverse City, MI **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $24,999.
Lots of work went into this one.
“49 Willies one of a kind Jeep. Featured in Rod Authority Magazine in 2018, this was my daily driver in 2018 and you will not be disappointed with the looks, waves and thumbs up. The trophies from the car shows are also extremely nice! Won an award at each show we have entered.
This ‘one off’ custom has been built right. The body is all original steel. The frame is ‘C notched and boxed’. 400cdi Ford V8, mild cam, Edlebrock Carb, C6 automatic transmission capped off with a Ford 9” rear end.
The top and doors have been chopped. Customer made tonneau cover hides the battery and 13 gallon fuel cell. Custom built 4 link. 46-48 Jeep Comanche 2 wheel drive front end. New pads all the way around, hand made steering wheel, mechanical door latches opened from the interior. US Steel solid wheels, I have 2 additional US Steel wheels that are 20” x 9” with BFG runflats and spacers. If you plan to trailer this you may need to install them to fit on the trailer.
The zoomie exhaust is loud but there are baffles in each tube. Starts, runs and drives like you would expect.”
GP Team’s Fiberglass Flat Fender Bodies in South Africa
Here’s a unique fiberglass Flatfender replica out of South Africa from GP Team. The dash is particularly unique. Apparently, these are in the experimental stage. The bodies will be available with an MB or a CJ style grille.
https://www.teamgp.co.za/p/697928/fibreglass-replacement-bodies
Badger Fiberglass Body in South Africa **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was R3,500.
This body, branded a “Badger”, looks to be the same body style as the GP Team’s body. The branding was place on the hood, tailgate, and windshield. The Badger appears designed for the VW chassis, while the GP Team body looks designs for a standard Willys chassis.
It suggests to me that GP Team may have bought out the Badger company and removed the Badger brand in favor of Willys.
Here’s an example of oak complete Badger body, which may be designed as a VW body type.
1959 Ramsey Winch Brochure on eBay
This two-page Ramsey Winch brochure is dated 1959, but given there’s a wagoner on the front, it’s likely front 1963 or later. Still, it’s got some neat illustrations about how to winch.
1950 Wagon Front Clip Batavia, OH Make Offer
Roger Martin shared this winning ad. Someone had some fun with this. Now, the seller is ready to let it go. The “price” suggests it is free, but the seller would like a buyer to make an offer.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1325522420958688/?ref=messenger_share
“Yard. Art. 1950 Willy’s wagon front clip. Complete engine for parts. Mouse got into engine pissed on everything locked block. All other parts are good. Dashboard front hubs and suspension 4 4×4 wheels hard to find 3 speed on tree with overdrive. Come look see make offer. Hate to sell this stuff for scrap. Make me happy if someone could use it.”
Willys Jeep Story Helps Out Legion Post 66
Here’s a good story of a man named Robert Sines who bought an M-38A1, wrote a story about it on Kaiser Willys’ website, then donated the check he received for the story to his local American Legion Post 66.
Kaiser Willys Post: https://blog.kaiserwillys.com/jeep-for-sale-with-conditions-a-willys-m38a1-used-in-support-of-veterans?doing_wp_cron=1563676900.8970100879669189453125
Newspaper article: https://www.hiawathaworldonline.com/news/willys-jeep-life-story-helps-out-local-legion/article_bf804a78-983d-11e9-a9d1-df2402b1b0b9.html
Bobbie Howard’s Willys-themed Key Chains $10
Bobbie Howard makes waterproof key chains with Willys insignias. I asked some Facebook readers about them and they all said the product was a good one. They cost $10 and include free shipping. At this point, it looks like she only works from Facebook, so you’ll need a FB account to order them.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2382510764/permalink/10156506817540765
1945 Photo of Jeep Navigating Water on eBay
That looks miserably cold.
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“Wonderful original Acme Press photograph showing a US Jeep with soldiers driving through floods”
Some Crazy Drivin’
I don’t know what it was about Friday, but through the course of our 14 hour drive from Great Falls, Montana, to Pasco, Washington, we encountered more rude drivers and more poor driving than we had over the rest of our trip. Maybe it was something about Friday and the weekend, but people just had no patience.
We began the day at 5:30am. Our goal was to get to Glacier National Park before the crowds arrived. We reached the eastern entrance at 8:00am, but by then the eastern visitor’s center was already packed solid. So, rather than linger, we began our trek across the Going to the Sun Road. Here are some pics from Glacier:
Photo of FC-150 w/ Mobile Deluxe Bumper on eBay
The seller puts the date at 1954, which is clearly incorrect as the FC didn’t exist yet.