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Wooden “Red Cross” Jeep in France on eBay

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Anyone familiar with these. This is also listed here.

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“Jeep Red Cross Wooden Tole Toy Western Front 1945 Jeep “Red Cross” in wood and tole made by US Army for the french kids to the Libération of France. 2 wheels are missing included spare wheel, the front axle was replaced. 8 5/8″ length, 4″ width, 4 3/8″ height.”

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Vintage Dealer Jeep Sign? Coldwater, MI eBay

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Given it’s got some damage (it has some dents), it seems aggressively priced.

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“Vintage dealership sign, very good condition for age. Measures 12″ x 60″.”

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1950-51 “Quality and Present” Training Brochure on eBay

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One more 1950ish salesman training brochure on eBay.

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“Original salesman’s part color catalog , 8.5 x 11 , 12 pages , 3 file holes at edge , also includes non color sales sheet , 8.5 x 11 , 2 pages , shows various Willys features , descriptions , etc.”

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Qualify and Present Quiz

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This salesman brochure was a part of the salesman training brochure above.
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Ron’s 1946 Boyer Fire Jeep

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UPDATE: Here’s another, much longer post about Ron’s jeep.

Maury shared Kaiser Willys’ post about Ron Foss’ 1946 Boyer Fire CJ-2A.

http://blog.kaiserwillys.com/ron-foss-1946-boyer-fire-apparatus-cj-2a?doing_wp_cron=1541700244.4601399898529052734375

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1950-51 “Joe Booth Gets A Break” Training Document on eBay

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Here’s another training document on eBay.

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“Original salesman’s part color catalog , 8.5 x 11 , 12 pages , 3 file holes at edge , also includes non color sales sheet , 8.5 x 11 , 2 pages , shows various Willys features , descriptions , etc .”

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“Joe Booth Gets A Break” Quiz

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This quiz was part of the Joe Booth training brochure above.

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1950-51 “Willys Makes Sense” Training Brochure **SOLD**

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Andy shared the Willys sales training document. I’d buy it at a cheaper price.

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“Original salesman’s part color catalog , 8.5 x 11 , 12 pages, 3 file holes at edge , also includes non color sales sheet , 8.5 x 11 , 2 pages , shows various Willys features , descriptions , etc .”

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Quiz from the 1951 Willys Overland Sales Training Doc above

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This quiz is part of the sales training document above.

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1941 Ford GP w/ Trailer Tucson, AZ **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on BAT.

Matt spotted this nice looking Ford GP.

“This 1941 Ford GP  (#9223) is an early model Series 1, one of 1500 from the earliest series. Restored over 30 years ago by an active member of the MVCC (Military Vehicle Collectors of California), it was sold to the most recent Montana owner over 20 years ago. It is powered by the original spec 120 cubic inch 4-cylinder engine with a 3-speed manual transmission and includes a matching military trailer. This GP checks all the boxes with correct top, trailer with canvas, all of the blinkers , reflectors, extinguisher, flashlight, engine crank handle, and correct lighting.

The correct instructional tags are mounted on the dash, and the combo gauge is center mounted. There are 2341  showing on the odometer, but the true mileage is unknown.

The genuine GP engine # 9547 and drivetrain were rebuilt at the time of restoration. The seller says that it runs and drives great, and smokes a little when cold but clears up once warm. An oil service was completed five miles ago and coolant was also flushed. Brakes and steering operate as designed, and the engine does drip some oil after driving.

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1942 Photo of Floating Jeep on eBay

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Here’s one I can’t remember seeing. By the size of the river, and guessing that was most likely near the former Fort Lewis (now JBLM), I’d say that’s the Puyallup or Nisqually river. Either way, it would have been a cold splash in February.

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“1942 Press Photo Army’s “Jeep” is a Vehicle that Can Maneuver Over Water or Land. This is an original press photo. The Army’s “Jeep,” the little car that can maneuver with the greatest of ease, even goes over water. Wrapped in canvas, this Jeep provides a skiff for a squadron crossing a stream “somewhere in the Pacific Northwest.” Photo measures 8.75 x 7 inches. Photo is dated 02-06-1942.”

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Team 503’s Videos

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Scott wanted to share some of the “How to” restoration videos he and Ron have been producing. The Team 503 Channel is here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgnSnFtJ3JX41Oh-XBVAK3A?

Here’s a video on the clutch lever assembly:

 
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Drawing of Four Jeeps on eBay

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This curious set of drawings is about the size of a standard piece of paper. It depicts Ford GP (upper left), an MB/GPW (lower left), a Ford GP “Super 6” (middle right), and a Bantam BRC 60 (lower right). It’s kind of pricey (imho), given at least three of the four are redrawn photos.

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JEEPERS By Emmett Watson

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UPDATE: I scanned the this image “JEEPERS” by Emmett Watson and cleaned up the lines and scratches as best I could. The final size is 18″x24″, which should make it easy to put in a frame. It was part of a calendar, but I can find no information or the images from the calendar. 

Some folks have asked for prints of this illustration, as it is difficult to find. I do not yet have a price on that, but I don’t plan on printing many (15-30 depending on requests), so I suspect the price will be around $25/each to cover my costs and shipping, but I haven’t finalized that.

You can’t see it, but the piece has “TDM CO, U.S.A.” printed in the lower right corner. I believe that refers to the Thomas D. Murphy company, launched by Thomas D. Murphy in the late 1800s. Here’s a bit of history on him:

In 1889, Thomas D. Murphy of Red Oak, Iowa, publisher of the local newspaper, had an idea. Adapt his printing plant and expertise and create calendars with exquisite reproductions of paintings by American masters. Murphy invented the advertising art calendar and one of the first painters Murphy contacted was Thomas Moran. The idea was so successful that Murphy calendars would be purchased and given away by banks, insurance agencies, livery stables, auto dealers, shops, businesses and manufacturers for a century.

After searching, I cannot find anyone who owns the copyright to this image (TDM appears dead). So, I feel comfortable getting some of these printed.

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In 2014, a lithograph of JEEPERS, possibly an image from another calendar, sold with a frame at auction for $75.00.

Here’s another illustration that might have been a companion piece, given there are bears, a camp site, and two men, one with a red shirt and one with a blue shirt, and the same red blanket. It’s titled Smokey the Bear and it went up for auction last year.

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Baker Drug Store Delivery Wagon Postcard on eBay

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Interesting Baker Drug Store Wagon. Note the single window. I wonder if it was ordered that way?

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“VINTAGE POSTCARD – CONDITION: EXC – SEE SCANS. DATE/ERA: c1950s-60s. Standard Size 3.5×5.5 Inches.”

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Jon’s Two Types Book on eBay

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If this didn’t cost so much to ship from the UK, I’d snag it. Vintage book with some jeep illustrations. Rear of book has some damage.

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“Classic 1944/45 comic strips
Famous ‘Two Types’, representing jaded veterens of the 8th Army.
Damage to rear of the booklet, see pics.”

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Who Says Jeeps Are Simple?

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A few months ago a writer for Jalopnik thought this GPW would be a good buy, titling an article “You Can Buy An Incredibly Well-Restored WWII Jeep Willys/Ford For $19,500”. 

Unfortunately, the jeep is not quite so well restored. The first obvious clue? The CJ-2A windshield. It just goes to show how difficult it is for most folks to recognize a stock jeep. (I’m not sure if I ever listed this one on Craigslist, so the below pics is the only one I’ve got to share).

https://jalopnik.com/you-can-buy-an-incredibly-well-restored-wwii-jeep-willy-1825979277

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No Updates for Thursday

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No Updates Thursday. They’ll return Friday.

The website https://portraitofwar.com/2012/02/18/awesome-wwii-catholic-chaplain-jeep-negativephoto-willys-jeep-in-germany-1945/ featured this image.

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Pumpkin Carved Willys Grille

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Steve shared this carved pumpkin with a Willys-ish grille. It might be a few slots/tines short of a full grille, but it does the job! Happy Halloween!

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A Couple Requests

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We were on the road all day, so just a few updates today. Ann and I drove over to Kelso to see the Bobcat and Parkette fiberglass molds Al Schaper and I bought back in 2015 and meet with Jerry, a guy who has agreed to buy them. He is the same person involved in the production of the RCD fiberglass hoods that appeared on the market. He’s hoping to expand the offering of fiberglass products for the old flat fenders. Jerry’s been a long time jeep guy and is currently building a CJ-3B. So, stayed tuned!

Now for the requests:

  1. Andy is hoping to find a Garwood Dump Bed instruction booklet (like the one sold on ebay shown below). He’s rebuilding the hydraulics and hoping to have some guidance. If anyone knows of any instructions it would be a BIG help to him. Feel free to comment below or email me directly at d@ewillys.com.
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  2. Gayland’s wondering if anyone has any factory Dualmatic hub documentation? I have not run across anything other than this document published by Sean on the CJ-2A page:
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New Fiberglass CJ-3A & 3B Hoods Snohomish, WA **Status Unknown**

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UPDATE: Seller is now advertising a 3A hood as well. Both were $350/each. The seller is currently not making hoods.

3A: looks a little like a cut down 3B hood, as it looks like there is the 3B horizontal bubble at the base of the hood where it meets the fender.

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3B: https://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/pts/d/rcd-custom-hood-new-for/6733766315.html

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“New RCD custom fiberglass hood.
Never installed.
Attaches to existing stock hood hinge location.
Shipping or Local pickup available.
Cash, Credit card or PayPal accepted.
Fits Willys CJ3b, and Mahindra CJ340 and CL340.
Reach out and see how you may be able to get this hood for your Jeep at no cost.

Please Note:
This is a brand new custom hood, not a scoop attached to an old or existing hood.
All Fiberglass products require prep-work.
ALWAYS Test Fit prior to painting!
Basic trimming and fitting and finishing may be required to achieve a your desired fit. Some Sanding, Priming & Seal Coating will be required.
Manufactured by RCD.”

 
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1967 Cover of ‘For Men Only’ Magazine

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UPDATE: This was originally posted in April of 2013. I just found a larger version of the illustration by Mort Künstler.

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“Original January, 1967 For Men Only magazine. This 8.5 X 11 in. (approx.) 90+ page magazine is in good condition. It shows a couple transporting a Jeep across a gorge while being shot at. See scan.”

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Cameron Oil Tools Ad

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Roberto Flores shared this magazine ad, reprinted in a book.

Roberto wrote: “I have just scanned this image from “The American Jeep in War and Peace”, by Kurt Willinger and Gene Gurney, Crown Publishers. I love the image: at least for me it depicts my idea of jeep: adventure, freedom, friendship, nature… Although I have been searching for this at the net, I couldn´t find it.”

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Aspen’s 1954 ‘Operation Jeep lift’

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UPDATE: Andy pointed out that there are a variety of photos of the 1954 Jeep Lift at the Aspen Historical Society’s website. Here are a couple from the site. You can see the remainder here: 
https://aspenhistory.pastperfectonline.com/search?utf8=✓&search_criteria=%22jeep+lift%22&searchButton=Search

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CREDIT: Aspen Historical Society : One color film positive of the Jeep Lift that took place when the Lift One broke down in 1954, and jeeps were used to transport skiers up the mountain. This image shows several women walking away from the jeeps with their skis on their shoulders. Mt. Hayden is in the background.

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CREDIT: Aspen Historical Society : One b/w photograph of several people and some ski equipment in a jeep driving by Little Nell. The towers for the t-bar can be seen, as well as several jeeps and a building on the far left side. Probably part of the “Jeep Lift” in 1954, when jeeps were used to transport skiers to the top of the mountain because the lift was broken.

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Original post from October 1, 2018:

In 1954 Aspen Ski Corporation’s Lift #1 broke during the ski season. In order to keep folks skiing, a road was plowed to the top of Aspen Mountain and townspeople ferried skiers for an entire week. According to the Aspen Journalism, thirty-five jeeps hauled 2,500 skiers, earning $1,109 in tips.

Among the people who organized the vent was Natalie Gignoux, who’d started the Little Percent Taxi Service using a jeep in 1950.

https://www.aspenjournalism.org/2017/01/11/aspen-ski-history-timeline/

One b/w photograph and negative of about 10-15 jeeps and cars parked up near the top of Aspen Mountain. The Sundeck and lift towers can be seen in the background. There are skiers near the cars getting their equipment out of the cars. Sitting in the jeep is Dave Stapleton, John Thorpe is standing next to him (white shirt, buzz cut), Neil Beck is standing in front of John (grey shirt), and Euclid Worden in black cap. 1954-.

PHOTO CREDIT: ASPEN HISTORICAL SOCIETY, COURTESY OF ASPEN JOURNALISM. One b/w photograph and negative of about 10-15 jeeps and cars parked up near the top of Aspen Mountain. The Sundeck and lift towers can be seen in the background. There are skiers near the cars getting their equipment out of the cars. Sitting in the jeep is Dave Stapleton, John Thorpe is standing next to him (white shirt, buzz cut), Neil Beck is standing in front of John (grey shirt), and Euclid Worden in black cap. 1954-.

 
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Mile High Jeep Club License Plate Topper **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on ebay.

This is neat.

“This listing is for one 1975 to 1985 MILE HIGH JEEP CLUB Denver Colorado License Plate Topper Tag. It is in used condition with original paint. ”

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