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2017 Holy Toledo Calendars Are Available

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Norris-Banonis is excited to announce the 2017 Holy Toledo!™ calendar. The 12-month wall calendar has full-color photos of original and restored “7-slot grille” vehicles. Each month features a different and unique classic jeep along with a special U-Auto-Know™ informative pictorial artifact feature about the vehicle. Significant historical dates, with icons, are also noted throughout the calendar, along with a 2-page “The CJ-5” photo essay at the end of the calendar.

Get yours today in time for Christmas: http://norris-banonis.com/calendars.html

2017 HT COVER

 
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Willys Overland Service Postcard

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Here’s a neat postcard image that John shared with me. Unfortunately, there’s nothing to indicate the year. Based on the comment that tops are available in canvas, plastic, and wood, this is likely a late ’40s postcard.

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1943 Photo of General Boatner in Burma on eBay

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This photo shows General Haydon Boatner shaving in Burma.

“1943- Brig. Gen. Haydon Boatner shaving in the rear view mirror of a Jeep while on a tour of the front in Burma. Photo measures approx. 6 1/2″ x 8 1/2”

View all the information on eBay

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Another Quick-Assemble Jeep Video

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This has gone around Facebook.

 
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Jim Allen’s Recap of Dan’s FC September Event

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Jim Allen published a great review of Dan Horenburger’s Military FC Gathering. With Dan’s passing, this article takes on a special significance.

http://www.fourwheeler.com/events/1611-a-celebration-of-the-jeep-forward-control/

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Photo Credit: Jim Allen & Four Wheeler Magazine

 
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April 1962 Jeep Family Brochure

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This jeep family foldout brochure from April 1962  is titled “a Dozen Cousins”. 
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Sweepstakes Stamp/Mold For Keychain on eBay

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Here’s an unusual piece. I’ve reversed the first photo so that it is easier to read.

“Up for auction is a RARE ANTIQUE WILLYS-OVERLAND MOTORS STATION WAGON SWEEPSTAKES ORIG CAST MOLD for what appears some sort of folding keychain. Nice reverse image! THIS IS BEYOND HEAVY! Weighing roughly 8-9 lbs.
Measurements: 5″ x 2.75″ x 2.75″ ”

View all the information on eBay

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Four Wheeler Article on Jesse & Andrea’s M-679

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Jim Allen recently published a series of FC articles. This one covers Jesse and Andrea’s M-679.

http://www.fourwheeler.com/features/1611-jeep-forward-control-m-679-ambulance/

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Photo Credit: Jim Allen & Four Wheeler Magazine

 
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1943 Photo of Alaskan Jeep Maneuvers on eBay

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Looks cold, but that’s not surprising given this was taken a week before Christmas.

“1943 Press Photo US Military Jeeps in Alaskan Maneuvers. This is an original press photo. Photo measures 8.5 x 6.75 inches. Photo is dated 12-18-1943.”

View all the information on eBay

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Tierra Del Sol Jeep Club Sign

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This was on eBay over the Thanksgiving holiday. Seth reports it sold for $510!

“Up for your consideration is this Vintage Original WILLYS Tierra Del Sol San Diego JEEP Four Wheel Drive CLUB Porcelain SIGN 9″ .  This great sign was found from a recent estate and dates around the late 60’s.  It is made of metal with a porcelain finish. It measures 9″ in diameter.  Has some light wear around the edges. Colors are still bright.  Please view all photo’s as they are a part of the description. Will be packed with care for shipment.”

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All-4-Fun Jeep Club Belt Buckle on eBay

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Here’s a neat piece.

“Mile-Hi Club of Colorado
All-4-Fun is a week long four wheeling event held annual

Brass oval with enameled painted center
3″ across and 2-1/2″ tall – 1.80″ belt height
Looks great – excellent condition”

View all the information on eBay

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More Pics From Charles

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Just this update today. Once again, thanks to Charles for these photos.

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Rusty’s New Speedometer

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UPDATER: The 0-10 early CJ-5 speedos did make it into early DJ-3As.

I found this NOS King-Seeley 0-9 speedometer core on eBay. I show it below next to my 0-8 face, whose day-glow white paint flecked off as I cleaned it. I can confirm it is the same size and seems to have the identical parts (though the gears may differ slightly given it goes to 90mph).

The 0-8 speedometers (manufactured in mid-to late 1955) were installed in early 1956 DJ-3As (as well as a few other models, CJ-5 being one). Later in 1956, Willys moved to the 0-9 white face speedometer core. About a year later (sometime in 1957?) Willys moved to the familiar 0-9 orange face. The early CJ-5 0-10 speedometer clusters made it into a few DJ-3As. One side note, those early 0-10 CJ-5 clusters were almost, but not quite identical to the Aero clusters.

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The seller has more units. You can purchase the 0-9 unit on eBay here:

 

 
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Marx Toy Jeep Baltimore, MD $35

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Doug shared this ad.

“Buy American!!! Original 1940’s Louis Marx Toys pressed steel Willys toy jeep! Missing the spare tire , has a nice collector’s shelf patina! Please click on the tab within this ad to view my other items for sale Thanks!”

https://baltimore.craigslist.org/for/5882941308.html

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1950s Power Producing Equipment Brochure **SOLD**

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A Willys Jeep Mailer from the mid 1950s for a Mobile Arc unit from General Electric.

“This mailer measures about 8 ½ x 11 inches.
This ad features:
Power Producing Equipment for 4-Wheel-Drive Jeep Vehicles
* Mobile Arc Welders
* Mobile Air Compressors

The return Post Card is still attached!
This was tri-folded but it will ship flat in a protective sleeve and backing board.”

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Ramsey Crankshaft Pulley Winch **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.

Josh has listed this crankshaft pulley, a part used to power some early Ramsey winches. This video tells more about Ramsey’s crankshaft driven winches:

“You are bidding on a nearly impossible to find positive crank shaft driven winch/pto CLUTCH PULLEY. I believe this example was manufactured by Ramsey and is the key piece for a number of winches used on vintage jeeps.

The assembly appears in good shape and complete but could provably use good cleaning and some refreshing. The pulley unit is the only piece I have.”

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Ben Carlin Arrives in San Francisco

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This photo from the November 21, 1957, issue of the Spokesman-Review shows Ben Carlin and Half Safe following his trip around the world.

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A Unique Way to Carry Oil & Grease

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Marty let me know about this unique way of carrying oil and grease.

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Spicer Ad in Army Ordnance

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This Spicer Ad appeared in the July-August 1944 issue of Army Ordnance. Looks like a Slat Grille is coming over the hill at the top of the ad.

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The Mystery Jeep Utility Body

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UPDATE: Ted got a hold of this a few years ago. No one seems to know who modified or for what purpose. Now he wants to let it go. If interested, email him at willysted@charter.net.

He wrote, “I was lucky enough to a be in the right place at the right time and have some interesting items to trade towards purchasing this really unique Willys body. Not really sure on origin or history on this oddball as it came from a buddy of mine who also didnt have much history on it, but I knew it was really cool and thought it would be the ultimate foundation for a great Yard -plow Jeep.

I thought it would be a great Jeep to have all your tools, torches, jacks, etc etc in to minimize walks back to the garage to get something while working on stuff out in the woods or yard. I was going to start with a good rolling and running 2a frame and make it mechanically sound and mount a Plow or Snow Scoop on front with a rear mounted PTO winch hoisting Boom on back of Jeep for a great little Utility Jeep.

Unfortunately my unfinished projects and Jeeps that need attention have got me forced to part with some of my future projects that Im never gonna have time for. This Body is very unique and definitely deserves to be restored and put to use somewhere. I think with a good rolling and running 2a or 3a frame and some work it would be a great Winter project for someone looking for a cool Willys build. My loss is going to be someones gain.

Make me an offer !!! Email any questions and I will try to help

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Thankful For Jeeps

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A Happy Thanksgiving Holiday of everyone out there. I shall be thankful for jeeps today! Apparently, one Major E.P. Hogan was also thankful for these unique vehicles, so much so that he wrote an article for the Sep/Oct 1944 issue of Army Ordnance called The Jeep In Action: Some Adventures of the Army’s Ubiquitous Vehicle. It’s a pretty interesting read. i’ve included it in its entirety for your holiday pleasure. Click on the images to more easily read the article.

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CJ-2A Fire Jeep Brochure

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This was on eBay a couple days ago. I was tempted to bid on it, but I figured the money is better spent elsewhere. It sold for $25 plus a $5 more for shipping. Neat brochure!

“VERY NICE 1946 VINTAGE WILLYS JEEP FIRE TRUCK SALES BROCHURE….8-1/2 X 11, OPENS TO 8-1/2 X 33….TWO SIDED….VERY CLEAN CONDITION, NO TEARS, ETC…SHOWS NUMEROUS PHOTOS OF THE POSTWAR CIVILIAN FIRE JEEP….ALSO PAGE SHOWING SMALL WATER TRAILER AVAILABLE WITH JEEP”

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Jeep Engine Glass Table Raytown, MO $1500

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Perfect for Thanksgiving entertaining???

“1948 willys Flat head engine table it has wheels so can be easily moved. perfect for gift or for the man cave.”

http://kansascity.craigslist.org/fuo/5876879736.html

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CJ-3A Used for B-52 Crash Memorial Project

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Tom shared this video he assembled. It captures a memorial project he and his son completed recently, a remembrance of nine airmen who were killed in a B-52 crash. Part of their effort required the use of Tom’s CJ-3A.

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Top Offroad Trails 2016

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The 2016 Top Offroad Trails has been published by PartCatalog. You can learn more here:

https://www.partcatalog.com/blog/top-off-road-trails-in-america/

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