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Can someone save Gold Fever?
“1951 Willys Jeep CJ3A No Engine. Former mud racer. Have trans and transfere case and some extra parts. Body is rough, frame and axles are still good. Good clean title. Trailer is not for sale!”
http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/cto/4684188890.html
UPDATE: Still Available
(12/02/2013) This jeep appeared in a Four Wheeler Article.
“We’re selling Kaitlyn’s Sand Jeep.
It comes with a windshield that is not shown.
383 Chevy, Aluminum Heads & Intake.
Powerglide with Trans Brake.
Narrowed Dana 60 (now) with 7.17 rear gear ratio, disc brakes & 4 link suspension.
Turning brakes.
Tilt column & removable steering wheel.
Aluminum radiator.
The front end has a reverse 4 link with QA1 coil over shocks and panhard bar.
Custom Beard Super Seats.
Padlatrac 20.00 Paddle Tires.
Moroso Racing tires on light weight (weld?) wheels up front.
It’s all mounted on a clean postal frame.
Check out an article that was done on it in 2009 at Four Wheeler Magazine.
http://www.fourwheeler.com/project-vehicles/154-0911-1951-willys-m38-sand-rod-dragster/
(Be sure to click the “MORE” button below the first part of the text to see the rest of the article)”
http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/4655538694.html
On Saturday I drove over to Seattle via Hwy 20 to Ethyl, Washington, where the Pacific Northwest Four Wheel Drive Association was holding the 2014 Summer Convention. While there, I got a chance to talk with both Herm and Marty Tilford, but spent most of the time taking photos. Turns out I could have used my wife’s help with properly setting the shutter speed. I did get a few good photos though.
On Sunday I got a chance to meet with Cody. A retired Marine Commander (hope I got that rank right), he’s a ball of energy who shared some great stories and insights. Though he doesn’t own a jeep yet, he’s been considering the purchase of one and has been reading eWillys to learn about them. Most of the year he lives in Taiwan, but is currently in the U.S. helping out family. He’s led an interesting life and we had a great chat.
Unfortunately, instead of spending Monday working on the jeep, I spent it not feeling well. So, I may return to Pasco on Tuesday for my wife to dote on me (hopefully).
Here are the pics from Summer Convention. The first two show’s Marty’s jeep just after the tire blew and his front driveline coupler broke (see it on the floor).
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000.
‘Dirty George’ is a fun looking 3B that was an ex ice racer.
“i have a 53 willy’s jeep need some work body is good.has a chevy crate 302 bord 11 over 11 in it .it wes are old ice raceing jeep.would be good for jeeping or racing or dayly driveing.it has a turbo 400 tranny,a custom pant job and seats. lots of ex.parts .hat to part with but lost my job and it needs to go.4000.00 o.b.o. call sam at“
Here’s a cool drag jeep photo.
“Measures about 8.5″ wide by 11″ long. Vintage Magazine Ad 1972 Carey Stanleys Chevy Powered Jeep 8.5″ x 11″ Print Ad”
View all the information on ebay
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9500.
“1952 Willys Jeep. M38 body stretched 10 in. with an MB grill
This jeep was hand built using an International scout frame
shortened to a 97 inch wheel base. The Scout frame is a very sturdy boxed frame. The body is an M38 body (new steel after market 100% rust free) stretched 10 inches in the door ways to match the wheel base. We installed a carbureted Ford 302 ci. engine because it is light weight and quick to rev. We backed the engine with a heavy duty clutch and a smooth shifting T-5 transmission with a 300 transfer case. Dana 44 Axles with disk brakes front and rear, 427 gears in rear ends and Richmond spools front & rear. Also there are polished stainless steel covers on both rear ends. We installed custom made Twin sticks ( in & out of 4 wheel drive, and high & low gears ) for specialized off roading. There is High clearance leaf spring brackets for easier access over obstacles. Revolver shackles (front) to aid in articulation. Full role cage tied to frame, and heavy duty nerf bars to protect the body sides.
Corbeau racing seats with 5 point racing harness.
Ramsey 12,000 lb. winch (new never used)
Mickey Thompson aluminum bead locks with Superswamper TSL 33in. tires on the rear. (also have a set for the front at an additional cost if wanted)
Buckshot’s on aluminum slots in front.
Custom made bumpers front & rear
Aluminum gas tank with ¼ in. diamond plate skid plate
Bikini top and a new matching 2 A wind shield needs glass
Has blackout marker lights and the dash switch
The color is PT Cruiser Gold with hammered silver floors
This Jeep is easy to drive both on the high way and off road
It’s quiet a show piece and turns a lot of heads.”
UPDATE: Was $3250 w/ no engine and trans. **SOLD**
Seller will sell with or without drivetrain.
“SAND JEEP FIBERGLASS BODY, 20.00 SAND TIRES UNLIMITED FORD 9′ REAR WITH STRANGE 3RD MEMBER AND AXELS, NOS FOGGER $3250
WILL SELL AS A ROLLER FOR $3250 NO MOTOR OR TRANS
2015 CURRENT GREEN OFF ROAD STICKER AND TITLED
SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION 2007 TITLE OFF ROAD
*SAND DRAG OR DUNE PISMO BEACH.”
UPDATE: Was $7500. **SOLD**
(06/22/2014) And, it is street legal, too!
“ORIGINAL 1947 BODY
468 CU CHEVY W/ GEAR DRIVE, ROLLER ROCKERS, TUNNEL RAM, 2 – 600CFM HOLLEYS, FULL MSD 6AL SYSTEM
TURBO 400 TRANS. W/ 2400 STALL CONVERTOR
9 INCH FORD W/ 529 GEARS AND SPOOL
WHEELIE BARS
MICKEY THOMPSON PRO 33 X 19.50 X 15 TIRES
TUBE FRAME IN REAR
FULL AUTOMETER GUAGES
MAKE ME A REASONABLE OFFER, ALL OFFERS WILL BE CONSIDERED!!!!
STREET LEGAL.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8500
This looks fun.
“1948 Willy’s Sand Drag Jeep , 302 Ford, Tunnel Ram, With “2” Holly 450’s, TCI Street Fighter Transmission C4, Dana 44.”
Rob is looking for this sand jeep. If you recognize it, please give Rob a call at 360-931-0056. (thanks Marty).
“Looking for this willys sand jeep
would love to have it back please give me a call if you own it now or if you know who does”
http://portland.craigslist.org/clc/cto/4497405570.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000.
(08/09/2013) I didn’t know there was racing in Hawaii.
“Its a 1953 Willy’s Jeep 4×4 fiberglass body with stainless grill.
Engine is a 350 Chevy, stock bore with eye browed pistons 10.5 to 1.00 compression.
Has a Lunati 520 lift cam, roller rockers, gear drive, Weiand dual carb tunnel ram with Holley 660 center squirters and Barry Grant upgrade kits, headers and MSD 6 distributor and ignition.
Has run 4.80s at KRP sand drags.
Drive train is a Chevy 4 speed Muncie, 538 gears Dana 60 with lockers, locking hubs, BorgWarner overdrive, steel axles,11in. lightened flywheel and Centerforce clutch.
There are two sets of tires and rims.31×15.50 Terra’s and 33.5×12.50 Pro comp wranglers w/ M/T rims. Frame is boxed for high torque traction.(Jeep is street legal with papers in storage.)
Single axle trailer with check plate ramps and tilt also included with sale.
Extra parts include:
Edelbrock single aluminum manifold and carb, 850 Holley complete
2 extra Holley carbs.(660 & 750)
4 speed Muncie with adapter.
T-90 w/ adapter.
Two transfer cases.
Stainless steel hood and fenders.
Willing to separate car and trailer.”
Looks like this seller is making new flatfender drag jeep bodies.
“For sale is a willies sand drag body black or white other colors available upon request any questions please call 602.308nine 01nine thanks”
http://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/pts/4460679133.html
UPDATE: No price listed. **Status Unknown**
“1961 Jeep Wagon
Updated running gear, with extras. Best Offer or Part Trade?”
Lots of updates.
“Willies race truck 1/2ton chevy frame Dana 44 front 38.5 boggers leaf springs 9″ ford rear 39.5 cut boggers 4 link susp. Coil overs all 4 corners racing seat 5 point harness roll cage Aluminum headed 468 bbc on alcohol th 350 208 t-case text or Call 4 more details”
http://wv.craigslist.org/cto/4443839381.html
UPDATE: Still Available. Still no pics. Was $6000.
“New tub. RL Roll cage. 60 Rear end. 44 Front end. Both Dana 44. Power locks. 488 gear ratio.
Top loader Ford 4 speed. New 406 cu in. small block Chevrolet. 450 HP
$6000.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
No motor and tranny.
“Complete roller just add motor and transmission and go racing.”
Well produced video from National Geographic with some great shots. The motor powering the ice jeep sure sounds great, too.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000
This is an ex-racer with lots of mods. It needs additional work.
“1948 Willys Jeep CJ2-A w/ turbo charged 3.8 Buick V-6 $2000 obo
* Stretched body
* Jeepster Commando frame (101″ wheelbase)
* 231 ci Buick even fire V-6 with factory turbocharger (from 1978 Buick LeSabre)
* Turbo 400 tranny mated to model 20 transfer case
* Power steering
* Rear mounted radiator
* Full 6 point frame mounted roll cage
* Full size running gear
* 5.38 gears
* B&M quick click shifter
* 1 piece fiberglass front end
I’ve probably forgotten a lot of stuff, but you get the drift. This is a Jeep that was used for years at local races running a Pinto motor. I broke the old tranny and opted to install the V-6 and automatic, but the local races kind of went away and I never finished it and it has sat in my shop for 10 plus years. This is not a street legal vehicle, although I suppose one could make it that way with work. It is not a turn key ride and definitely does need some work to complete. The motor smokes, but I believe that it is just the seals in the turbo causing this. It needs shock mounts welded, brakes redone, seat covers are looking ratty, shifter needs some adjustment, carb may have issue. . . and I’m sure there is more that I’m not thinking of. Would make a good base for a rock crawler, tough truck rig or just a toy to blow away your friends. I hate to get rid of it but need the space in my shop. Might be willing to deliver within the Treasure Valley.”
UPDATE: Was $12,999. **SOLD**
Looks ready for some sand.
“100% Turnkey and ready for the street, dirt, sand, or drag strip & Accepting offers on the vehicle. Please look at the pictures carefully and if interested email me for the description (keeps getting flagged). Ask any and all questions for more info. Trade or Trades with cash up or down will be considered – Please provide detailed description, info, and pictures!!!!!!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Is now for sale in Centralia.
(03/17/2013) It looks like this might have been a racer at some point.
“42 willys flat fender Jeep has Dana 25 f Detroit locker, Dana 44 r locright locker, Dana 20 Transfer case, T 90 Transmission, 2300 ford motor bored 60 over, and Saginaw steering box.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8950
“This Jeep is the best of both worlds. We have enjoyed running in the dunes all weekend, letting the kids drive it all over. Then turn the bottle on and run 4.70’s at the sand drags. The Jeep has ran as fast as 4.68 at 69 mph. The drive train is a mild small block 400 which runs on pump gas, with a Mikes 400 trans w/brake and a 9″ Ford rearend with a spool. The nitrous set up is NOS which is right now set a about 150 hp. The nitrous has safety fuel pressure shut off to protect against damaged do to loss of fuel pressure. The electronics are MSD 6AL box, MSD Pro Billet distributor, MSD Pro blaster coil and a MSD 2 step box. The fuel system is a Holley Fuel pump with adjustable fuel pressure regulator and Holley carburetor. The Jeep has been remarkably reliable and consistent.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500.
(05/24/2013) I think I’ve seen this one for sale. The way the body sits looks familiar.
“4×4 all working run and drives. Can be set up for Street or Mud or trail. Contact for more info or if you have any questions. 283sbc, daina front and rear, daina transfer-case , front and rear locks. great fun rig just time to move onto something new. 4500 OBO cash talks and may ease price. Open to all offers worst i can say is no, we maybe able to work a deal.”
UPDATE:Was $9500. **SOLD**
(03/11/2013) This custom jeep looks fun.
“Totally custom 1960 willey,s jeep HOT ROD 400+hp 2800 miles since built, chevy 350, lowered, demon carb, award winner 2012 custom before 1965. roll bar ,MUST SEE and DRIVE”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8500
(12/07/2013) This must be fun in the dunes.
“1948 willys sand jeep, small block chevy with 2sp powerglide with transbrake dana 60rear end 7.17 gears coil over suspension and 4 link . Street legal. Turn-key dunes all day rides nice revs high never gets hot.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3750
(12/29/2013) This is worth a look if someone wants to get into PNW racing.
“All metal body on a custom shortened Blazer chassis, 99″ wheelbase, done right. Motor is a radical 355 SBC, too much to list. Trans is a fresh T-350, 3000 stall. Transfer case is a Dana #20 twin stick with a Advance adapter. Have title and collector plate. Will need lights to be street legal. Unlimited potential here! $3750.00 Will consider selling without motor and or trans/transfer case”
