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Ramsey 8000lb Electric Winch Lehi, UT $300

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Looks like a good price for a working vintage winch. I’d pick this up for Biscuit if I were closer.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1056628852216885

“Used electric Ramsey 8,000 pound winch. Works fine, cable is ugly. Super cool winch, would look amazing on an old truck or jeep!”

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“Plumb” Tired

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No updates today …. Sunday evening we were watching some TV when our sewer alarm sounded from our crawl space … oh joy of joys! After some investigation, I figured out that it wasn’t the sewer that was the problem, but rather the alarm box was being triggered due to excessive moisture from a pipe that was leaking.

Lovely …. cue the water-shut-off-dry-camping-at-home protocol, something we just did last month when the well shut down during the cold spell. Rather than tackle the issue Sunday night, I decided to run the shop van overnight in the crawl space to evaporate some water and address the problem on Monday.

Sunday night I didn’t sleep well, so when I got up early Monday morning, I made some coffee and sat on my Mother-in-laws white couch, which she babied to the point that almost no one could sit on it while she is alive . Now that she has passed, we own the couch and we often drink coffee and do puzzles on our phones while sitting on it in the morning. Unfortunately, Monday morning’s coffee ritual was overturned when my phone cord caught my coffee cup, tipping the cup and splashing a full cup of coffee all over the couch. UGH! Great start to the day!

After a morning of arduous cleaning, I tackled the leak. I will wind up this story, as I am falling asleep writing it! I was able to get the copper pipe removed, replacing it with pex. The pex should be better able to handle our softened water and, now on our third leak in a year’s-time, we think this 20+ year old copper may need to be fully replaced, certainly the hot water recycler will need it, as we have had two leaks on that line.

Once I got that leak fixed, I turned on the water and, success, no leak from that pipe.

However, as I was packing up my tools, Ann discovered that the laundry hookups valve was leaking (a single valve closes both the hot and the cold), dripping water within the wall. Fortunately, because I had removed the drywall, we could see the leak real-time. Hopefully, I can get that fixed tomorrow!

And that is my sad tale of woe from the last few days!

So, no Tuesday updates. Not sure if there will be any Wednesday or not.

 
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No Updates Thursday

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The site or my connection is running slow tonight (wed), so I’ll postpone updates until Friday AM.

 
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1951 CJ-3A Helendale, CA $4500

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500. This one sold quickly.

Lots of updates to this flattie. Seems worth a look.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/WillysSwapMeet/posts/3622098571396729/

“1951 Willys CJ3A with a strong Chevy 305, T90, Dana 18, Warn overdrive, (trans, t/c and OD rebuilt by Tri County last year), new clutch, power steering with new pump, tilt column, Rancho lift, 11” drums, Centerlines, 31” ProComps, Lockright in the rear and a welded front diff. The body does have some rust but overall it’s a solid fun rig. It also comes with an extra set of stock height Omix springs and f&r differentials.”

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Year? Panel Truck Trailer Lennox, SD $800 OBO

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This would making an interesting trailer behind a jeep.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/7075302085910845/

“1950’s bell telephone service panel truck trailer. Has original roof rack. Works good as trailer or could be put back on truck. No title. Newer tires. $800 obo”

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1960 CJ-5 Williamsville, NY Make Offer

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This CJ-5 has been rebuild with a fiberglass body and tilt hood.

https://www.jeepwillysforsale.com/1960-jeep-cj5-in-williamsville-ny/

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“First time here.  I have a CJ5 1960 that is “fresh”.  Fiberglass tub and also front clip.  So many new parts but everything is new.

Tires, brakes (including nickel lines, Wheel cylinders, Shoes, Stainless flex lines and master cylinder), All Glass, Both seats, Steering wheel, USB Speedometer, plastic 16 gal fuel cell, LED headlights, One wire Alternator, New Carb, New Distributor, new Aluminum radiator, All electrical ( my own DYI), Soft doors on the half cab( I tried), Rough Rider Springs and Shocks (2 1/2 lift). Adorable Half Cab. It has a Satin Red wrap and metal rear corners.  This was a “winter project” and I just kept buying new pieces. I am not  professional  and more of a DYI with a love for cars.  It has a “sticky” clutch that seems to work when it wants to. The engine is stock except for the carb, distributor, alternator and radiator. I drove it 60 miles yesterday home from the barn it has been in since finished.”

 
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1948 CJ-2A Sugar City, CO $900

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UPDATE: Price dropped to $900.

(06/06/2023) Unclear how much value is here. It has some mods and a body that is likely done-for.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1567710874036539

“great little project for sale or trade 1948 willys cj2a 4wd Saginaw manual steering upgrade Engine swapped with a rare 1962 SBF 221 from a fairlane (same design as the 289) Manual top shift T90a trans (needs cluster gear and input shaft easy rebuild) Spicer / Dana 18 transfer case in excellent condition Dana 41 and 25 Diffs are stock and both in great shape. Tilt steering from Impala Extra parts of value include: Roll cage, grill cover, seat frames, rusted gas tank, door frames Currently not running. trans and t case removed to repair trans. No title. Bill of sale only. Will consider trades or $1250”

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Limited Updates Through the Weekend

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I am heading to SLC for a few days starting Thursday to visit with my kids. So, there may be limited updates for a few days.

 
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1950 Truck Denver, PA eBay

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Starting bid is $800. Seems like some value here. No bid with 3 days to go as of this post. Thanks to Bill for sharing this. No description provided.

View all the information on eBay

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1942? Flatfender Arroyo Grande, CA $11,000

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UPDATE: Still Available.

(08/06/2023) Another nice build, but this one with a Bobcat hood.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1374565246800776

“$11,000 or best offer Chevy 283 Four-speed Warren overdrive Tilt wheel 11 inch brakes All skid plates 33 inch tires Mallory ignition Full Soft top New radiator New water pump New cam New lifters New rocker arms New pushrods Fresh tuneup”

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Year? M-677 Paris, ME No Price

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Call seller to discuss price for this project M-677. Thanks to Andy for sharing this ad.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/177158815413251/?ref=messenger_share

“I’m at the point the only way to finish my current project is to sell my finished Model T or to sell one of my future projects. Don’t want to make a bunch if listings if you’re interested in something message me we can discuss. I will be honest though these are my personal projects, these aren’t customers cars or projects I bought to make a quick buck. These are vehicles I don’t want to sell so they’re not cheap… just being honest. Located in Maine, shipping can easily be arranged.”

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1946 VEC CJ-2A Roseville, CA $10,000

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This has tool indents and a column shift. If it is as restored as claimed, that’s a good price. It will need paint at the very least.

https://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/d/roseville-super-clean-1946-jeep-cj2a/7656617629.html

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“Up for sale is a very unique and rare All original Built from the ground up 1946 Willy’s CJ2A “…..This is one of the first post world war jeeps offered by willy’s after world War II to the civilian market. A complete frame of restoration was performed between August 2021 and December 2022. The entire restoration was video logged, All work that was performed was documented
Full restoration videos can be viewed below

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLN3v11htMdatvwVMtPFrfq4UeA0XsDS5T

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Status Update: Good Progress

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I received another good report from the eye doc. Things are progressing as expected, plus in the last two days it appears the bubble is smaller.

A couple days ago I spent a little time in the garage and feel like I’ve found a solution to my clutch issue. Some adjustments plus a new spring bracket appear to have overcome the lack of clutch response.

I hope to resume some updates on Monday morning, as I can now see over the bubble in my eye while typing.

 

 
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Eye Update

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The good news is that the doc confirmed that my retina has fully reattached (yeah!). The bad news is that I still have some bubbles in my eyes, or more accurately, one bubble divided into several parts. It can make looking down very disorienting. I am still sleeping on the couch and can’t lay on my back. The bubbles are supposed to go away in the next couple of days ….

So, updates should return soon …

 
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Updates

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Post appt Update: Well, that was fun…. Doc informed me I had 2 tears and 2 pinholes in my left retina. It was good that I addressed it so quickly. Doc felt he could fix the issues with three outpatient procedures.

  1. Laser: he repaired the two tears with a laser and blocked off the fluid from spreading. more weird than painful.
  2. Freeze: to fix the pinholes he used a special freezing tool to adhere the retina to the back wall, which should solve that issue. A little more pain. I think he had to go behind the eye.
  3. Gas: lastly, he injected gas into my eye to pressurize the eye, which will help push the residue fluid out. Can’t recommend this procedure. Apart from the pain, the worst and most unexpected part is that I have to keep my head angled at about a 10:30 angled for the next SEVEN days. This will keep the gas bubble in the right location. Moreover, no 1000ft elevation gain, which means we will head home via the gorge (aka the long way home).

So, it will be a long week. Also, Probably no updates until after labor day weekend. Have a great week all!

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Quick updates ….Good news: race Jeep is ready to test, but ….

Bad news: need to replace the NEW clutch master cylinder. Ugh.

More bad news: found out yesterday evening that I need to go to Tacoma for emergency work on my eye at 8 am Friday. I have fluid behind a small portion of the retina which is causing a shadow. So, no updates for a couple days at least.

 
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Happy 11th Anniversary to us!

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Friday was our 11th anniversary. We had planned to spend the morning at Art-in-the-Park, an annual event held in Richland, Washington, then, maybe, we’d take a drive over to Walla Walla to have lunch.

But no, instead we spent a romantic day setting up our portable corral panels and moving our squeeze (and fighting several wasp nests), so we could treat a calf that has pink eye. Naturally, it was a hot day, so we both got plenty of sun (and I sweated plenty). With the help of a neighbor, we got the calf into the chute and fixed her up as best as we could. We’ll see how it goes.

Readying the squeeze to be moved:

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Our neighbor Rich helping us out:

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Of course, we needed a few things, so we made a romantic trek to Tractor Supply (woo hoo!):

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While in Sunnyside, we tried a hole-in-the-wall Mexican place (El Fogon); the yelpers were right. Food was great!

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Thankfully, I have an awesome wife who appreciates an anniversary gone awry!



 

 
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Next Updates Saturday

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I’ve been busy this last week cleaning up, repairing wiring, and modest remodeling of our “lean-to” area (a series of lean-tos built off an old small one room building with a garage) to accommodate hay storage. With our current perfect weather (highs around 90) over the next two days, I want to get was much done as I can.

Our goal has been to have all the hay we need for the winter stored and ready for winter. Our next door neighbor grows enough hay for our winter needs (and gives us a great price, as we let him borrow our tractor), but last year we began buying it too late, so we found ourselves having to buy hay in the middle of winter from a half hour away. Moreover, we weren’t organized enough to store 400 plus bales. This year, we have the room to do that, but it has taken a couple dump runs and some reorganization to do it.

The next updates will be Saturday.

 
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1948 CJ-2A Burt, IA $4500

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This has a variety of updates.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1376575302921010/

“Selling my 1948 willys flat fender jeep has dana 30 front axle with locker ,dana 44 rear axle with locker spring over axle lift 33inch tires 3 spd manual transmission 2.8l Ford v6 needs work asking $ 4,500 cash firm”

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MD Juan GPW Body Apache Junction, AZ $3800

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UPDATE: Still Available.

(06/21/2023)  Seems a good price.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3128635830763684

“I have a 1944 ford GPW body , hood , and side handles for sale. These are new from MD Juan. never used. These are not cheap.”

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1946 Fiberglass Project Reno, NV $2500

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The body looks relatively untouched. There seems to be some value here. Price includes the trailer.

https://reno.craigslist.org/pts/d/reno-1946-ford-military-jeep-flat/7639642163.html

“46 military jeep project complete Buick V6 ,automatic transmission with overdrive, transfer case , Archer Brothers tub many extra pieces 3 grills, 2 sets of fenders one set new, three hoods, one New, one fiberglass, 1 solid windshield 1 New two piece windshield ,New tailgate, New fuel cell
includes trailer $2500 firm takes all possible trade”


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1959 CJ-5 Tuscon, AZ $6900

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Steve’s selling this modified CJ-5. You can contact him at 619 607 1516 for more information or to arrange a test drive.
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“Offered for sale is a 1959 Willys Jeep CJ5. The engine is from a 1969 Jeep and is an odd fire V6, with Holley 4 barrel carburetor and Edlebrock intake manifold, transmission is a T-90 3 speed manual. Dana Spicer 18 transfer case has one lever for 4WD In/Out and one for Hi/Lo range. It also has an overdrive. Front hubs are Warn.

Has full roll cage, front and rear with Bimini top, full cover and spare tire is mounted on roll cage.

Is set up for flat towing with a removable tow bar bolted to the front bumper. Four pin electrical connector powers turn, brake and taillights.

Gauges are speedometer, oil pressure, water temperature, gas and ammeter.

Has shoulder harness belts and seats are from a 1965 Mustang.

Has turn signals, backup lights, camera and small LED lights mounted on front fenders.

Has PCI race radios intercom system, which allows you to listen to music and talk with your passenger. You would need headsets in order to utilize the intercom. Has mounting bracket and wiring for a PCI race radio.

Has mount for Gamin GPS and cell phone. Has 2 USB ports.

Tires are Pro Comp LT265/75 R16, comes with spare and high lift jack.

Has two gas tanks, gas gauge will display either front or rear tank. Has fuel valve to select between front and rear tank.

Has custom made aluminum doors, fire extinguisher, driver and passenger mirrors, lockable storage box behind front bumper, dome light and flashing amber light mounted on rear fender.”

 
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Time got away from me …

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I had planned to do more updates last night but time got away from me. So, I’ll try to do some later today at some point.

 
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Year? FC-150 Danville, WA $1500

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This FC caught fire.

https://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/d/danville-willys-jeep/7621278835.html

“Early 50’s forward control Jeep, shortest wheel base, near perfect box, ran until priming gas fire in jar burned the cab inside. Complete rig, no title, I have never seen a box this straight and rust free,,, $1,500 O.B.O,, partial trades considered”

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1948 CJ-2A Farmersville, OH $8000

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The maker of this midwest, rear-flared fiberglass body is still a mystery to me.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/795507745468000

“tock drive train,new exhaust manifold, thermostat ,pinion seals,transfer case seals,all fluids changed,gauges,runs perfect,warn lock outs,full cage- not tied to frame full fiberglass body 3 inch body lift on 35 s ,have full set stock wheels and tires,same as the spare,rear fuel cell,seats have quick release for easy removal, call if have questions, too much list,cash only,no trades 937 4sixteen 5650 we are moving, needs a new home,price is pretty firm”

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1946 CJ-2A Project Three Rivers, MI $2500

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Lots of assembly needed.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/552566193343706

“Complete 1946 CJ2A chassis and powertrain. No body. Most of the wiring is there along with gauges, switches, etc. Steering column and box. Newer shocks. Engine was supposedly rebuilt but leaked engine oil pretty bad out of the rear main. I did drive it once before disassembly. Has a newer aluminum radiator. I have a new seal and pan gasket that comes with it. Frame is in really good shape. I did have to cut a small piece to rescue the original serial tag for my new frame I’m building. Ask questions price is $2500.”

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