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1945 MB? Mansfield, OH **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: GPW (Ford MB), MB This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was sold for $6200 at an auction. Now listed for $12,000. Seller claims wife won’t let him keep it anymore (as if the seller had owned it a while), so he must sell it. 

“Willy’s Military Jeep with roll cage, shovel, axe, fuel can, front tow bar. This is a very well kept specimen that appears to be mostly original, unmolested and authentic.”

http://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/5478101425.html

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2016 Trip to-and-from the FC Roundup

• CATEGORIES: Features • TAGS: This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

<– See Overview of Trip Posts | Beginning | Day 1: Friday March 9: Oh, the Inhumanity! –>

UPDATE: Thanks to everyone who offered to read the book! I’ve selected a couple readers. I will do my utmost to get the book finished so everyone can get a copy.

On Wednesday afternoon we begin our drive to the FC Roundup. We’ll be on the road just under three weeks. We’ve got several tours, a giant fork, a wild west town, an art museum, a ride in a GPW, dinner on a plane, a photo op with a (mostly) naked book seller, lunch at 13,000 feet, and much more planned. Of course, we’ll also have a busy couple days of FC fun at Jesse’s.

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This is a rough map of our planned trip.

On another note, I’ve printed seven “proof” versions of my next book. I plan to do one more sweep through the book to refine it, build an index, and look for errors. The book is a non-fiction 450-page book that has nothing to do with jeeps. I hope to have the book finished by the Fall of 2016.

  1. Overview: 2016 Intermountain West / FC-Roundup Trip Summary
  2. Day 1 – Wednesday March 9th: Oh, the Inhumanity!
  3. Day 2 – Thursday March 10th: We Forgot to Pack Our Maps?
  4. Day 3 – Friday March 11th: Dining in an Ely Jail
  5. Day 4 – Saturday March 12th: The Aliens Almost Got Her!
  6. Day 5 – Sunday March 13th: Camels & Cones
  7. Day 6 – Monday March 14th: Train to Yuma Prison
  8. Day 7 – Tuesday March 15th: Rollin’ Like Bill Gates
  9. Day 8 – Wednesday March 16th: More Earth Sciences
  10. Day 9 – Thursday March 17th: Crowded Backroads & Exploding Beer Glasses
  11. Day 10 –  Friday March 18th: The Bullion Plaza Cultural Center & Museum
  12. Day 11 – Saturday March 2016 FC Roundup Report
  13. Day 12 – Sunday March 20th: High Plains Drifters
  14. Day 13 – Monday March 21st: Food Testers
  15. Day 14 – Tuesday March 22nd: Wind & Range
  16. Day 15 – Wednesday March 23rd: Blizzards & Balloons
  17. Day 16 & 17 – March 24-25th: Homeward Bound

 

 

 

<– See Overview of Trip Posts | Beginning | Day 1: Friday March 9: Oh, the Inhumanity! –>

 
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Mid 1960s Meyer Hardtop Brochure

• CATEGORIES: Advertising & Brochures, Features • TAGS: This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Mark was asking about the side auxiliary windows on a Meyer hardtop and wonder if those were custom made or a factory option. This four page Meyer brochure answers that question.

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1944 Photo of Holden Ambulances in Saipan on eBay

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Great press photo of a couple Holdens.

“1944- Willys Jeeps, fitted with stretcher racks, pull up to this wrecked Japanese building on Saipan which the U.S. Marines are using for a hospital. The zig-zag camouflage didn’t help much as evidenced by the hits scored by Naval and artillery fire in the early part of the campaign”

View all the information on eBay

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Ramsey 50 Winch in the Netherlands on eBay

• CATEGORIES: Features, Parts This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Edwin from Wildenberg Parts has this rare winch for sale.

“A once in a lifetime chance to buy a complete Ramsey 50 winch set-up
We only know about 7/8 to exist.
Took several years to find all the parts.
Will make your M38/M38A1 complete.

What is there?
– Take off working Winch
– NOS PTO
– New build hanger bearing
– Shafts & Joint Assy’s NOS
– Woodruff keys and screws NOS
– NO Winch cable

Comes also with a winch dataplates for M38 and M38A1.
We can take it to the following events:
KTR Event choringem
Ciney expo militaria
War and Peace show Folkstone
Possibly Normandië

We also carry a large stock of NOS and high quality Ramsey and PTO parts.
If you have any questions please feel free to ask.”

View all the information on eBay

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1962 DJ-3A Surrey Fort Lauderdale, FL**SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: DJ-3A • TAGS: , , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay. $14,999.

Most of the pics are more of these ‘models’ rather than jeep.

“This showroom-fresh Willy’s Beach Car was the center piece of Johnson Jeep & Willy’s in Riverside, California, for many years. The speedometer shows 200 miles since it has been restored.

From the looks of the restoration, it was done by the Jeep Company many years ago, probably in the seventies.
It needed a new parking break cable when I bought it. I’ve installed “Quick Steer” that has made this a joy to drive with 1 finger.

These DJ 3A Willy’s are impossible to find in this condition. From the paperwork, this vehicle looks to have been a Las Brisas hotel Willy’s (Acapulco). I believe that Elvis Presley once owned a Willy’s just like this one, in coral and pink. He certainly drove one in a few of his movies I have seen.

The jeep is missing the top, but I have a re-manufactured original top-style frame for it. And I have located the material and fringe for the Surrey top. This will be the new steward’s job.

The Willy’s stops, starts and rides as it should.
Books and records from the seventies are yours if you are the buyer.
It definitely has some scratches and patina on it. Come see it if you’d like.”

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1952 CJ-3A Poland, ME $7000

• CATEGORIES: CJ-3A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Includes an overdrive and halfback.

“Selling a 1952 CJ3-A, 90% restored.
– Overdrive
– Front disc brakes
– 12 Volt
– Half Cab
Great shape. Would take a 97-2006 Wrangler trade or partial trade.”

http://maine.craigslist.org/cto/5474954092.html

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1960 Wagon Troutdale, OR **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: Willys Wagons This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE:  **SOLD** Was $4500

Runs and drives.

“Have my 1960 willys wagon 4X4. This is a running driving rig that has huge potential for a realy special nice rig. Converted many years ago to a 1958 chevy 283 4bl. Has a muncie m22 4 speed hooked up to the original transfer case. Drives great but needs new valves, speedometer cluster needs to be replaced. Some of the side glass is old and cracked but I have good original replacements for all. Good interior, doors etc… It is registered and titled in my name but can’t find the title to save my soul so will have to sell with lost title app. NOTE:: After posting this looked for other similar wagons. You can’t touch anything near this good for the money so I’ll leave the posting but add I’m firm on the price.
I need to sell so I can get a more useful truck so looking to trade for a ford f250 or 350 king cab or crew, diesel with under 200k on it.”

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1954 Wagon Vista, CA $5000

• CATEGORIES: Willys Wagons This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

This has a variety of updates.

“RUNS GREAT!
CHEVY SMALL BLOCK WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
NEW RADIATOR, BRAKES, BELTS, HOSES, ETC.

INCLUDES:
ALL WINDOWS. REPLACEMENT HOOD, FENDERS & OTHER PARTS”

http://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/cto/5473041726.html

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1952 Wagon Ablemarle, NC For Trade

• CATEGORIES: Willys Wagons • TAGS: This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Looks in good shape.

“Complete custom rebuild , to many new parts to list,call for details listing to sell,
v8 350 with 400 trans floor shifter Sell or TRADE let me know what you got value around 15k we do cash and trade up or down”

http://charlotte.craigslist.org/cto/5475889463.html

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1947 CJ-2A Azle, TX **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: CJ-2A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.

It runs.

“1947 willys jeep runs you will not see one of these again. 3500 cash or 4500 in trade. Will trade for boat, or full size car. Motorcycle ( no crotch rockets).”

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1974 M-38/CJ-5 Ferris, TX $6000

• CATEGORIES: CJ5, M-38 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

It’s still a project. An M-38 body has been put on a later model CJ-5 chassis.

http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/cto/5475683538.html

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“I bought a jeep project to learn rebuilding by. The people was to be involved to help is not here any more so I’m letting it go for a super price and will have to buy one much smaller. I only work with clear titles IN MY NAME and not like others that sell by bill of sales or in other people’s names. The amount of items not installed on it yet is in boxes and are new. The list is vast and it has had a lot done to it and very recent. Everything works on it and is ready to be inspected, lights, horn, 4×4 stick, etc.
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Willys Industrial Engine Seligman, AZ **Status Unknown**

• CATEGORIES: Industrial-Welder-Generator This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $1200.

Tom’s got this engine for sale.

“Willy’s Jeep industrial ,complete Engine 4 cyl flat head L134 mb go devil 1941-1945
only 1200 hours on engine, came out of running military generator so its idle hours only
not running on the road
really clean for its age

No starter motor and/or fan blade
as pictured was running good last time it ran bout 1 year ago
has oil and anti freeze in it”

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Belleview Winch Hayward, CA $50

• CATEGORIES: Parts This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Maybe someone would be interested in this vintage winch?

“Predecessor to the Warn 8274 upright winch.
Good for parts or possible use.
Spool rotates. Brake and engage levers operate.
Spool end plate and cable controls missing.

$75.00 possible full/partial trade for Willys Jeep pickup parts. (looking for electric winch bumper & other parts)”

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/pts/5473037293.html

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1945 MB McKinney, TX **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: MB This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $800.

This was disassembled.

“i am selling a ww2 willys mb. IT HAS NO TITLE AND VIN PLATE IS COVERED UP SO BILL OF SALE ONLY. I can see where the vin plate looks to be still intact but a previous owner wiled the steering box over it so only way to find out if it is still intact is cut the steering off….. the jeeps 3rd piston has cracked so it will not start as it sits the whole front end including windsheild is off of the vehicle i would like to keep it that way and sell as it…”

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Florida Power Company’s Willys Trucks

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The March 1956 issue of Willys News featured the Florida Power Company’s grounding-rod driving unit attached to Willys trucks. A long article follows the photos.There were at least four of the speciality units produced. I wonder if any exist?

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1949 CJ-3A? Richmond Hill, GA $3500

• CATEGORIES: CJ-2A, CJ-3A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

If this runs, it’s worth a look.

“I have a 1949 Willys Flat Fender Jeep CJ3A for sale. This is a very solid jeep ready for restoration. Runs and drives well, and can be used as is. This one has the high and low range with 4 wheel drive, all of which works perfectly. Brakes are good, and steering is tight. Has a fabricated front bumper/brush guard and towing hitch. Sold with bill of sale only; Georgia does not title vehicles this old.”

http://savannah.craigslist.org/cto/5471979434.html

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1947 CJ-2A Everett, WA **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: CJ-2A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $800

Looks like there’s value here.

“Complete with original running gear, steel top and doors, 12 volt converted, pto winch, Stainless steel under the seat fuel tank, 67′ mustang pony seats, rust holes in usual spots but all there and stored in my dads shed for ever. ran great always had anti freeze in good radiator. He started to upgrade to larger brakes and install power steering system that is complete and included. I am available to show with appointment.”

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1948 CJ-2A Hartford, WI $1500

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Looks like there may be value. The body is supposed to be okay to poor.

“I have a 1948 willys cj2a for sale. Eng. Runs good, drive line is good, frame is good, body is fair to poor. Jeep will nd brakes, and finishing, not drivable no title. ”

http://milwaukee.craigslist.org/cto/5475057881.html

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Parting Out M-38/CJ-3A Tacoma, WA

• CATEGORIES: CJ-3A, M-38 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Looks like some good parts.

“Engine 150.00 . Body, cab, doors, 600.00. transfer case, 75.00. Heater 10.00
Also a 1950 cj2 willys, new engine, it needs the wiring hooked-up and clutch.”

http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/pts/5477093441.html

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Slat Grille Woodinville, WA $150

• CATEGORIES: Parts This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Here’s an early grille.

“I have a slat grill from a Willys military jeep.
Needs a little work and clean up but its legit.”

http://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/pts/5475488057.html

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1948 CJ-2A West Union, OH $1400

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Looks like there may be some value here.

“Hard to find jeep. Not running. Good solid body. Good ohio title.”

http://cincinnati.craigslist.org/cto/5475981807.html

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1952 M-38A1 Corpus Christi, TX $5000

• CATEGORIES: M-38A1 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

No pics provided, but it is described as a jeep that was used by a fire department.

“I have for sale a 1952 M38A1 jeep for sale. Original miltiary use then D of AG and fire dept. It has been repainted red previously. It runs but could use a good tune up. 24 volt system. It does have some dents/dings in the body so it could use some work if desired. It’s a great jeep that would do well on a ranch or as a restoration project. I have the title and bill of sale from when I bought it but have not yet transferred it over; planning on getting that done in the next few days if desired. I also have printed out the original military manuals. Keep in mind this is an old Willys military jeep, and it does need work. My time is focused on other hobbies so I have decided to sell it. If you are seriously interested contact me by email. I’ll be glad to send pics, call and talk to you about it etc. I am asking 5K OBO.”

http://corpuschristi.craigslist.org/cto/5476782590.html

 
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1952 Wagon Debary, FL **Status Unknown**

• CATEGORIES: Willys Wagons This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $1000.

Might make a good project for the price.

“Willys Sedan Delivery! No engine. Great restoration/customization project. Come and see!
Clean Florida title!
View daily at
516 S. Shell Rd
Debary, Fl 32713”

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1946 CJ-2A Jacksonville, FL $1600

• CATEGORIES: CJ-2A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Not sure how much rust is here.

“1946 Willys CJA Jeep for sale. Many new parts still in box. Was going to restore but situation has changed. ”

http://jacksonville.craigslist.org/cto/5472922594.html

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