This looks most like a Willys MA to me.
“VINTAGE ACE ,KIT # 242, 1/2 = 1′ SCALE
VERY RARE WOOD KIT
U.S. ARMY JEEP
OUARTER TON LIAISON TRUCK
BOX OPENED PARTS LOOSE AS PER FACTORY
INST.”
This looks most like a Willys MA to me.
“VINTAGE ACE ,KIT # 242, 1/2 = 1′ SCALE
VERY RARE WOOD KIT
U.S. ARMY JEEP
OUARTER TON LIAISON TRUCK
BOX OPENED PARTS LOOSE AS PER FACTORY
INST.”
J Metz forwarded this picture and article from Yahoo. This just seemed like an appropriate 4th of July photo.
I stumbled upon an article (unclear how old it is) about Bianchi Orchards in Red Bluff, CA, that included a reference to Willys Jeeps. Apparently they have several jeeps: a 1951 Willys Jeep (truck?), a restored Jeep named Guido, and two older pickups affectionately known as Happy and Big Blue (unclear if these are trucks or not).
http://www.redbluffdailynews.com/news/ci_23559698/bianchi-family-dream-takes-next-step
Here’s a family photo with a Willys Overland truck:
This aide kit came with a surplus WW2 jeep Charles’ brother bought in 1946. However, it doesn’t appear to be a WW2 jeep kit. Anyone have additional insights (I don’t know anything about these).
Charles notes: “The kit is metal, 8″X5″X2.5″ olive drab with a Red Cross symbol on the top. I could find no numbers of any kind. On the directions for use inside is the name of the company that distributed it. (First Aid Supply Co., 32 West 22nd St, New York 10, NY)”
Contact Charles at veitlcg@comcast.net
Tom was wondering if anyone knows what the proper markings for a CJ-3A APU Navy Jeep might be? He’s been restoring a Modified by O.E.Szekely & Assoc jeep, but can’t find any information on the markings. I didn’t have any luck either.
This page show some markings on the APU jeep on the bottom, but are those correct? My understanding is that the vehicles were purchased by the Navy. I’m unclear how many were used by the Marine Corps: http://www.ewillys.com/2013/03/25/the-o-e-szekely-apu-navy-jeeps/
The Fall Midwest Willys Reunion has been changed to September 6-8th. Learn more here:
If you are familiar with the Alaskan Way Viaduct (I used to drive it often into and out of Seattle), you’ll recognize where this photo was shot.
This photo link was forwarded by Marc.
” WW2 Original Press Photo Of Jeep On Tokyo Road Sign Oro Bay New Guinea And Pres.Roosevelt. Size Is 6 X 8 Inch And In Very Good And Sharp Condition With Miner Corner Bends (See Pictures). See Back For Description Of Photo, Also Stamped On Back “Issued By Commonwealth Of Australia Department Of Information” Thanks For Looking”
Marc found this great photo.
“Newly printed photo poster on the highest quality photographic paper . Photo poster size is 16 inches x 20 inches , image size may be slightly smaller . Please see scan for exact image . This beautiful poster is a great item to frame and display on your wall! It will fit in a commonly available 16 inch x 20 inch frame.”
Not bad.
“One of a kind Jeep/lawn tractor. Based on a Craftsman rider with a 21 HP. engine and runs good.
Great fun for the kids young and old. Dare to be different you will have fun at the same time.
Asking $400.00 or best Cash or trade offer. Will consider all offers.
Will not answer Emails without contact information. If interested CALL 386-615-4739”
This appears to be a Slat Grille MB.
“Description:
Sicily: Canadian jeep passes by on its way to Enna.
note on condition:Photo top right edge has some bends to it, small edge tears and finish has come off in one place.
8 x 8 black and white original photo – Canadian Army official Photo with press release describing the photo in details, and dated. Press release is stapled to photo. “Jumping_Packrats” text is not on original photo. Back of the photo is stamped ” – Please Credit – CANADIAN ARMY PHOTO (Printed in Canada) and there is also a serial number penciled in. Photos are boarded and bagged and shipped in hard-board mailers.”
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While the concept of the Super Drake was tested, I don’t believe it ever achieved production (at least I couldn’t find anything about it).
“An Original 1956 ONE-Page pictorial that was removed from a vintage Magazine. Perfect size to mat and frame, it measures 6½ x 9¼ inches.
Article Excerpt: “With eight wheels, all of them powered, the Army’s latest amphibious vehicle, the Drake, can outride the heaviest surf.”
Shown on bottom of page is the first 2 1/2-ton Duck, the 4-ton Superduck and the Drake.”
John forwarded these two great photos. I couldn’t find these published in any specific issue of the magazine.
This MB Slatgrille ad appeared in the May 22, 1944 issue of Life Magazine on page 20.
Rommel Juan, CEO of MD Juan, asked if I’d publish this press release about the company’s experience at this year’s 2013 Willys Spring Reunion.
Jeep body builder meets the jeep community in the USA
Nothing beats the thrill and excitement of being with people who share your passion and love for jeeps. These were the feelings of Rommel Juan, chief executive officer of MD Juan Enterprises, the Philippine-based manufacturer of replacement jeep bodies and parts as he shared lots of light moments with fellow jeep enthusiasts in a recent jeepers reunion.
For the first time, MD Juan Enterprises was recently invited to attend and make a technical presentation at the 21st Annual Spring Midwest Willys Jeep Reunion last May 17-19, 2013 at the Clarion Inn and Convention Center at Hudson, Ohio, USA.
“This is the first time that we have attended a reunion of civilian jeep enthusiasts of this magnitude. Over 100 restored civilian jeeps were on exhibit and we were pleasantly surprised when seven of them approached us to show us their jeeps restored using our body tubs and parts. One of them, Dave, even proudly exhibited right beside our booth his vintage Willys MB jeep that was restored using an MD Juan body tub”, he says.
This New York Car show happening in July hopes to bring in military vehicles this year.
Larry wrotes, “Our little town puts on a real nice car show, vintage, hod rods, rat rods, trucks etc. This year its a 2 day event due to the fact its the tenth year anniversary of the car show. If you go to the web site you will see the great things the sponsors do with the money. This year the Ulster County Veterans purchased a home for the vets and the funds received will be donated to them. The sponsors are great people plus JEEP dealers. The sponosors asked me to get as many military vehicles as possible for the show, as a show of gratitude for the vets and there new home.”
You can read more about this care show here.
Marc spotted this photo.
“8×10 photo, hand-printed in a home darkroom by the seller.
Chicago, Illinois Fire Department Little John – 674.
1961 Willy’s Jeep – CFD Shop high pressure deluge unit. No other information available.
Richard M. Adelman collection. Negative #5084.
Prints are shipped in a durable photo mailer within 12 hours of receipt of payment.”
Charles writes, “Here are some photo’s from the belgian army and one of the famous dutch mareechaussee ( dutch police force — bottom pic)”
The Lincoln Road Mall appears to be in Miami.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
“You are bidding on an Authentic Original Press Photograph used by a Published Newspaper. Man poses with his dog and Jeep Press Photo 70. You are bidding on an original press photo See Scan Below ~ Photo is 8 x 10 in size.”
Marc found this photo.
“You are bidding on an Authentic Original Press Photograph used by a Published Newspaper. 1953 Jeep equipped with flanged guide wheels,cab & caboose Press Photo 64. You are bidding on an original press photo See Scan Below ~ Photo is 8 x 10 in size.”
This photo was formerly on eBay and shows a couple of drivers from Yakima Ridge Runners jeep club racing across the desert.
“You are bidding on an Authentic Original Press Photograph used by a Published Newspaper. 1953 Jack Nettleship airborne in jeep Press Photo 72. You are bidding on an original press photo See Scan Below ~ Photo is 8 x 10 in size.”