Another example of a Jeep Train. This one is from St. Augustine.
Features Research Archives
1964 CJ-5 Tuxedo Park Brochure
This June 1964 brochure shows off both the standard CJ-5 and the Tux Park. I thought the wide array of tops and colors available was interesting.
3 Wheel APU Photo
This photo that Dan spotted shows an l-head powered 3-wheeled APU. I can’t remember seeing a bracket over the grille like that on other APUs.
CJ-5 “Action” Photos From 1955 Brochure
These photos came from a 1955 jeep family brochure introducing the CJ-5. What’s curious is that several photos show the shackles on the front springs located at the front (see the “mail carrier” photo). As most know, the earliest CJ-5s had shackles in the rear. So, I’m wondering if the CJ-5s in these photos were bodies put on CJ-3B chassis or whether they were prototype chassis.
Odd Vehicle
East Bay Times Article on 1942 GPW
The San Francisco area’s East Bay Times reported on Scott Steven’s 1942 GPW. Read all about it here: http://www.eastbaytimes.com/2016/12/05/me-my-car-42-jeep-as-spartan-as-they-come/
1960 DJ-3A Surrey Auctioned for $46,750
UPDATE: Sold for $46,750.
This 1960 DJ-3A Surrey will be auctioned in January of 2017 by Sotheby’s. The jeep is described as a “beautifully presented flawless restoration”. That statement is followed by a series of inaccurate statements regarding the history of DJ-3A, such as the DJ-3A was introduced in 1955 (nope 1956). You can see all the pics and information here:
As Colin pointed out to Sotheby’s, despite some great work on this, there are actually numerous flaws with this restoration:
- Front bumper is from a 1948-49 Willys Jeepster, way too wide for a DJ3A Surrey.
- Valance panel behind the front bumper is too long, as it has to cover the Willys Jeepster front bumper brackets.
- Air filter is from a 1945-1949 Willys CJ2A 4WD Jeep and is made by Oakes. The correct air filter should be either a small 7 inch dry air filter attached to the carburetor alone or a Donaldson oil bath air filter that attaches in the same position as the Oakes filter on this Jeep.
- The Fram oil filter is of the larger heavy duty unit, not the smaller one used by the civilian 4 cylinder Jeeps from 1946-1964.
- The windshield straps are incorrect, using webbed belts instead of vinyl with center buckle and three grommets, no additional adjusters on the straps at all.
- Windshield grab handles were chrome on Surreys, as were the side mirrors.
- The rear bumper is 1948-49 Willys Jeepster, has Willys Overland stamped into the center of the bumper and is too wide for a Surrey. Surrey chrome bumpers were plain, without the Willys Overland script. Willys dropped the Overland part of the scripting for the 1950 models, but kept the Willys script on the 1950-51 Jeepsters and station wagon rear bumpers from 1950 through 1963 when the last of the old square bodies were used and the new Wagoneer station wagon debuted.
- The speedometer reads in kilometers, rather than miles per hour. Surreys and all DJ3A Jeep speedometers read in miles per hour and calibrated from 0 through 9 after 1958. 0-8 for 1956- early 1958. Kilometers were used on export Jeeps.
CJ-5 Cufflinks/Tie Clip/Money Clip on eBay
Great set of items.
“Vintage Jeep CJ 5 or CJ 2A. Money clip, tie tack, and cufflinks. You get all of them in this auction.
They are in great condition.
Comes from a smoke free environment.”
Ron Day’s Photo from the Evergreen Aviation Museum
Ron shot this photo during a recent trip to Oregon’s Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum. As you can see, since Ann’s and my visit two years ago, the jeep now has a trailer. Ron reports the museum has sold the B-17. So, if you want to see it there, you’d better hurry.
Jim Allen’s Look at the M-Series FCs
This is the third of three article Jim produced from his visit to Dan’s Military FC gathering. In it he takes a look at the M-Series jeeps.
http://www.fourwheeler.com/features/1611-forward-control-101-the-m-series/
CJ-3B & Camel Cigarette Sign Westerville, OH $50
Looks like a cool old sign featuring a CJ-3B (okay, so it is in the background, but I still think of it as being the featured item).
2017 Holy Toledo Calendars Are Available
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
Willys Overland Service Postcard
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.
1943 Photo of General Boatner in Burma on eBay
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”
Another Quick-Assemble Jeep Video
This has gone around Facebook.
Jim Allen’s Recap of Dan’s FC September Event
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/
April 1962 Jeep Family Brochure
Sweepstakes Stamp/Mold For Keychain on eBay
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″ ”
Four Wheeler Article on Jesse & Andrea’s M-679
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/
1943 Photo of Alaskan Jeep Maneuvers on eBay
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.”
Tierra Del Sol Jeep Club Sign
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.”
All-4-Fun Jeep Club Belt Buckle on eBay
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”
More Pics From Charles
Just this update today. Once again, thanks to Charles for these photos.
A Nordhouse, un conducteur du RBFM (Régiment Blindé de Fusiliers Marins) de la 2e DB (Division Blindée) s’est assoupi dans sa jeep.
Rusty’s New Speedometer
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.
The seller has more units. You can purchase the 0-9 unit on eBay here:
Marx Toy Jeep Baltimore, MD $35
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!”