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UPDATE: Still Available.
(08/30/2020) If you are looking for an unusual Willys-related project, this Holt forklift built using some Willys parts and unusual transferase might fit the bill.
https://portland.craigslist.org/grg/for/d/dallesport-willys-jeep-holt-forklift/7205457084.html
“Willys Jeep components made into a fork lift (70-80 years ago). 4 cylinder engine, 3 speed transmission, 3rd member, etc. unique transfer case not working…., 8 lug 16.5’s,”
This was last run about 6 years ago.
https://tampa.craigslist.org/psc/tls/d/hudson-hobart-welderwillies-motor/7164267834.html
“This welder has a willie motor in it and a engine for parts also comes with this purchase. It is model GPB-261. It was last run about 6 years ago but it still turns and has been kept inside.You could use this motor in your Jeep.”
Sounds like it still runs.
https://masoncity.craigslist.org/for/d/hanlontown-military-generator/7202307070.html
“Military generator. 120/240 single phase or 120/208 three phase. Name plate is difficult to read but I believe it to be either 13.8 or 15.8kw. Has a flathead 4 Willys engine,antifreeze good to -40, Gasoline. Uses 2 12 volt batteries for start and generator field. Very reliable,but we havent used it in several years so it needs new batteries . Like all military equipment, very heavy.”
Seems worth a look.
https://missoula.craigslist.org/tls/d/seeley-lake-1960s-welder/7185490032.html
“1960’s Welder, ran fine, but has not been fired up for 10-plus years, but kept under cover.
$500.00… OBO”
UPDATE Still Available.
(05/01/2020) There could be some parts value here.
https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/pts/d/alexandria-willys-cj-2a-industrial/7199435664.html
“Complete Willys CJ-2A 4 cylinder flat head engine with all accessories and governor. This item sat in a shed for about 25 years and has been covered by a tarp for a couple of years after going out of service for fuel tank reasons. Item is stuck from sitting and is still attached to the arc welder it powered and on the trailer it is transported on. Sold as is. $300.00.”
Lots of parts, but unclear just how much value is here. Has a Sears Deluxe Hardtop.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/637199820484975/
“1953 Jeep Cj3b · Suv · Driven 99,999 miles. 1953 Willys cj3b tub with fenders, with windshield with glass, F head 134 motor with starter and gen, trans, radiator, rolling chassis, new leaf springs new fender supports for front a tub support, seats including rear seat
Not sure of year but willys M 38 tub with left fender, L head 134 motor with starter and gen, trans, radiator, 2 windshields one I have glass and rubber, rolling chassis with good brakes excellent under carriage, Continue reading
UPDATE: Still Available.
(05/22/2020) There could be value here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/237003434027074/
“I have 2 hobart GP-258 generator welders for sale both complete the one on the trailer has the arc sense throttle linkage NEITHER OF THEM RUN but wouldn’t take much to get going both engines are free and have compression uses a Willys CJ2A engine parts are easy to find at any auto parts store just lost motivation. Trailer included sells as a set will not separate”
It runs. Could be a good price.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1143669202682808/
“D.C. Generator/ Welder.needs a switch & cables,WILLY’S Jeep motor runs, a definite great buy. Located east of Colby”
Could be a good price.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1100508760323210/
“Good Old Working Welder”
If you like to have all your toys Willys-powered, this might interest you.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/556704494926917/
“Gas forklift has willys motor 4 cylinder. Cold blooded. Runs good has minor oil Leak but otherwise works good”
No pics provided.
https://memphis.craigslist.org/grd/d/sarah-hobart-welder/7038082415.html
“Hobart Welder 1940’s dc generator willys jeep 4 cyc. Industrial motor liquid cooled with trailer.”
It’s an industrial engine with a large saw attached to it.
https://elko.craigslist.org/pts/d/silver-springs-1946-willys-cj-motor/7029649795.html
“MUST SELL– 1946 Willy’s Engine SN:638632 W2, in front of serial number is 1-11 and after serial number is N1-CR. We are asking $400.00 obo
It is in running condition except it needs a little work. Needs some hoses and the radiator needs replace(new one sitting there for it) I am selling this for a friend (who has passed away) I don’t know much about it so it is best that you come look at it at the Antique Link store in Silver Springs. It is mounted to a trailer with a large Buss saw setup attached.
It can be towed as is. Trailer has an attached hitch.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $800.
This industrial engine also has the heat shield atop the carb.
“For sale is a Hobart G310 welder/generator. This unit has a Willies Jeep motor that could be pulled and used in something else. The welder/generator doesn’t come with leads”
This Navy generator circa 1942-1944 includes a rare heat shield.
https://desmoines.craigslist.org/pts/d/norwalk-jeep-engine/7005906862.html
“complete Navy military self contained Power Unit, about 1942 – 1944
Generator is powered by a Willys Jeep 4 cylinder gas engine
Filed the points, hot wired the distributor, attached oil pressure gauge, poured gas in the carb
Started right up, made oil pressure,
I did not try to get power from the generator.
Has all the steel panels to keep it dry.
Call to see it, if it’s listed it’s for sale.
15kv, 3 phase, 120 volts, General electric
Hour meter reads 0133.5
serial number 70
call to see/buy it,”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was Make Offer.
Seems worth an offer.
“Nice engine with less that 500 hours on it. It cam from a WWII generator that had little use. Was running when disconnected and comes with the radiator. Make me a fair offer.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1600.
Runs.
“1944 pu-58 g Signal corps. Okeef &Merritt 3k generator
Powered by 4cyl jeep L-134
Runs good and puts out plenty of power 120-240 vac
Can easily run a house if the power goes out.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $600.
Both for $600.
“2 old Arc welders
They have the old Willys 4 cylinder flat head motors
They need work
$600 for the two of them
502 E 6th Ave.”
It welds and rolls on a trailer. Has a CJ-2A engine.
https://up.craigslist.org/grd/d/porterfield-hobart-welder-with-willis/6926673293.html
“welder runs good and welds good, has 110 volt outlet to run a hand grinder,with long welding leads on mobile home axle for easy transport”
Given the serial number, this appears to have been rebuilt at some point.
https://cleveland.craigslist.org/wan/d/huntsburg-jeep-cj-2-willys-industrial/6878538274.html
“Jeep CJ-2 Willys Industrial L134 Go Devil Engine Powered a Hobart Welder.
Model CJ2-A
905997
s/n RJ293377”
Does not mention if it runs.
https://reno.craigslist.org/tls/d/washoe-valley-1950s-hobart-welder/6880928212.html
“Willys Jeep 4-cylinder powered Hobart welder/generator”
Several folks shared this ad. This looks in very good shape.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/564388707415625/?ref=messenger_share
“Mower and wood splitter with hoist works great for ditches and banks made by Willy’s Jeep”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000.
This Willys powered Schramm generator looks in good shape. I’ve seen other Willys-Schramm products, but not anything this large.
“Old military schramm generator with a 40’s willys 4 cylinder jeep engine. I’ve had this for about 9yrs. It has been kept inside the whole time. I’ve installed new rims/tires and added a spare tire and mount.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $600.
(09/15/2018) Has Willys CJ-2A engine serial number #174816. Learn more about General Supply & Hesse Hornet here.
“Made by General Supply CO.
Engine Turns Over”
Roger has this CJ-3A industrial engine on a Hesse Hornet compressor for sale.
https://denver.craigslist.org/pts/d/jeep-cj3a-engine-starter-carb/6766200351.html
“Hesse Hornet air compressor no air tank. Jeep J3A industrial engine turns over with starter, has Carter W-O carburetor. May consider delivery Denver, CO area for small fee otherwise pick up in Brighton,CO. Cash only.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $350.
Engine runs.
“For sale 325 amp gas welder, engine runs but the generator needs brushes. Has the Jeep / willys l134 motor”
