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FC Tour Jeep Transfer Case Shifter Update

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Now that I have the longer, six foot cable, I had a chance to continue with the transfer case shifter. The bracket that was provided by JB Customs, caused the shifter cable to run into the engine, which didn’t seem like a valid strategy, so I roughly calculated the angle, then made two cuts into the aluminum bracket. This allowed me to re-mount the bracket and then bend the bracket into the right position, but maintain the correct bracket-end distance.

Here are two pics of the original bracket:

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This pic shows one of the two cuts plus the new angle. Even with that small bit of metal holding up the bracket, the shifter could easily shift through the gears. So, next I’ll repair that gap.

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Here you can see how the cable angles upward, the veers toward the driver’s side. I haven’t determined where I’ll be securing the cable.

2024-04-24-4wd-shifter4The shift boot needs to be reattached under the bezel. The bezel is the original bezel with the colorful surface sanded, which turned out to be exactly what I wanted. I’ve painted it red since this pic was taken.

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Here’s the shifter all the way forward. It’s surprisingly (to me anyway) easy to shift.

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Next up I was going to build the final parts for the transmission oil cooler and fan bracket, but I have misplaced a couple pieces that I created and now can’t find them. So, I’ll work on the 1.5″ gauges next. Then, the gas pedal.



 
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Authenticast Willys Wagon Model

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This rare model of an early 1960s Willys Wagon by Authenticast just sold on eBay for $184.45.

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More pics of the blue one in a moment. In 2022 there was a red version for sale with an asking price of $425. I don’t know what became of that one. You can see pics at the bottom of this post.

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Now, back to the blue one.

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Year? CJ-3B Parkette Body La Pine, OR $11,000

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Listed as a 1952, it’s not clear if this is actually a 3A or a CJ-3B chassis (or something else). The body looks to be a very rare Parkette  CJ-3B body kit.

https://www.jeepwillysforsale.com/1952-jeep-cj3b-w-turbo-400-in-la-pine-or/

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“Cj3b, high hood, 350 chev. Holly hi rise, weber carb, accel hei, turbo 400, b&m, cj5 running gear, everything underneath is rebuilt

Painless wire kit, best top safari top in great shape, l have a brand new extra passenger door, new seats moved back4″,tilt steering, all gauges work, 12 gallon gas tank, new warn hubs, new rear driveline, never wheeled, stored inside

I have driven from Prineville to Portland numerous times. $11000. The only trade would be a very nice Dual Sport.”

 
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1953 CJ-3B Scappoose, OR $10,800

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Looks promising.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1617990472361425

“Almost all original, body off restoration no rust,”

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1955 CJ-3B Hillsborough, NH $9000

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Only the one pic provided.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/438434008557071

“55 willies New rebuilt F head New clutch, bearings, brakes,tires. Road,trail ready.9k”

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1955 Flattie Roy, WA $10,500

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UPDATE: Price dropped to $10,500.

(03/21/2024) This jeep was built from a galvanized body and has a fiberglass Bobcat hood.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1824739484614901

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“1955 flat fender
Galvanized Philippines flat fender body
Scout frame and axles
4:10 gears welded front and rear
351W balanced
.030 over flat top pistons
Ported heads roller rockers
Not sure specs on cam
Gear drive
Holley 750
Top loader ford 4spd
20 t-case
New seats
Keep doesn’t have a lot of miles on it since it was put together”

 
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1946 CJ-2A Audubon, NJ $12,500

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Looks like a solid rig.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2583428838495147/

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“Very nice 1946 Willys CJ-2A for sale. Mechanically VERY sound. Motor completely rebuilt 2,100 miles ago. Runs quiet, cool and very strongly. Zero knocks or pings. Locking hubs in great shape. Recent brake work done. I would drive this jeep anywhere (and often do).

Tires in excellent condition. Spare has never seen the road. Bestop top and doors included. Mirrors, seatbelts and brake lights/turn signals added.

At some point, a previous owner converted the windshield to a single pane and added electric wipers. Judging by the wiper mechanism this was done a long time ago. I have most of the hardware (not the inner frame) to convert back to the spilt windshields. Could easily be restored from parts available here for not a ton of money.

Many spare/extra parts/repair and service manuals included.”

 
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1946 CJ-2A/MB Body Randolph, VT $6500

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Craig’s got this project for sale.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1358004398196354

“1946 Willys CJ-2A Jeep…$6500…CJ-2A chassis…WW2 MB motor and body…Frame is done, new paint, springs, shocks, brakes (need to be bled)…Body very solid, needs to be finished/paint…Needs wiring finished…Current Vt. registration…Sold with Bill of sale and registration signed to buyer….Randolph, Vermont 80two-728-968two.”

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1945 MB Shandanken, NY **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.

I believe this is another of Andy’s former MBs.

“For your consideration, a nice example of a restorable 1945 Willy MB. All original tub, floors, And engine. Period Correct engine and trans both rebuildable. Bill of sale only”

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1943 MB Arlington, WA $1700

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Unclear how much value is here, but it runs.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/472024488488890

“project with lots of potential. Runs and drives but should be towed to location. Engine is not original, it is a Chevy 4 cylinder.  I got this rig from a friend who has the title, if we can’t locate the title I can get an affidavit”

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1951 Truck Sanger, CA $1200

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TJ shared this truck. The body might be in decent shape.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/898126975335414

“Willys PU no engine have trans with small block chevy pilot shaft. AS IS.”

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1957 DJ-3A/CJ-3A(?) Suffield, CT $2000

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John shared what looks to be a DJ-3A body on a CJ-3A chassis.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/941815087396955/

“Selling this amazing non running survivor A CJ 3 with original unmolested drivetrain Engine turns with a wrench Gears move freely Brand new frame!! Tub in poor condition , but fixable No title or tags But everything can be done( I ll Tell you how I did my CJ 2!)”

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1946 CJ-2A Battle Ground, WA $1500

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Project or parts.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/448023564276949

“Flat fender jeep project, clean oregon title, complete aside from engine and transmission, roll cage, diamond plate corner armor and steps. Open to trades let me know what you have.”

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CJ-5-Truck Cromwell, CT $1600

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Here’s an odd, but hardly looking project.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/625566673088155

“Nice older Jeep project 4×4 works has a 6 cylinder engine with manual transmission, needs work on the brakes, new battery, tune up, you must bring a trailer, you cannot drive it home, dump body works, come use it for hauling wood.”

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1953 M-38A1 Carrabelle, FL $17,000

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Mike’s selling his nicely restored M-38A1. It’s currently on display at the Camp Gordon Johnston Museum in Carrabelle, FL. You can contact Mike via email jweiksner2 @ comcast.net (remove spaces from around the @) or via phone 706 832 3721.

“The M38-A1 is in excellent condition, is fully restored and runs great, US Army color and decor.
All original including seats,
F-134, 4-cylinder engine
Complete set of OEM operation and maintenance manuals,
Lots of spare parts including side covers, rear antenna, fire extinguisher, blackout lights, etc.
Clear title & BOS.
Location of the Jeep is in Carrabelle, FL, 32322, Carrabelle is directly south of Tallahassee about 1 ½ hours.”

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Nine Years Ago Traveling in Texas

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Nine years ago, April 24th, 2015, we began our weeks-long exploration of Texas following an unexpected illness that sidelined me for a week in New Mexico. If you haven’t taken the time to circumvent Texas, we highly recommend you do!

http://www.ewillys.com/2015/04/11/messin-w-texas-in-april-may-2015-summary/

Visit at the Border Patrol Museum:

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Meeting Lee and Sam in Texas’ Hill Country:

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Our First Bucee’s:

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Exploring the The USS Lexington Aircraft Carrier was fun:

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After departing Texas, I was surprised when I happened upon Sagauche, Colorado:

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Vintage Jeep Posters Middletown, CT $20-$800

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UPDATE: Still Available.

(05/05/2023) Bill shared this link to the seller of a variety of posters. I’ve bought some of his rare items off of eBay. I’d spring for the 5 Great Willys Values poster if it wasn’t ripped. I’ve only run across one other.

https://hartford.craigslist.org/atq/d/middletown-vintage-original-ww2-and/7724796927.html

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“WORLD WAR 2 ORIGINAL POSTERS, AND MANY WILLYS JEEP RELATED POSTERS.

PRICES VARIED ACCORDING TO AGE, SIZE, AND CONTENT.

ALL POSTERS AND RELATED JEEP ITEMS ARE ORIGINALS AND IN GOOD SHAPE.

SOME ARE FRAMED AND SOME ARE NOT.

SOME OF THE SIZES OF THE ITEMS ARE LISTING IN THE PHOTOS ON A PIECE OF PAPER ON THE ITEM.

PRICES RANGE FROM $800.00 TO $20.00

WHEN RESPONDING PLEASE INCLUDE A PHONE NUMBER TO DISCUSS POSTERS OR RESPONSE WILL BE DELETED.”

 
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1946 CJ-2A Marenisco, MI $10,000

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This 2A includes a rear PTO and gearbox. The rear bed floor has been replaced.

https://northernwi.craigslist.org/cto/d/marenisco-1946-willys-jeep-cj2a/7730544862.html

“1946 Willys Jeep CJ2A. $10,000 OBO. Frame of rebuild. Thousands in new parts. Has PTO. 97% complete restoration. Just needs a couple small items.”

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Year? MB Fall River Mills, CA $5000

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It runs. Bill shared it. The jeep is local to him, so he could take a look at it for someone if need be.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/960423135220520

“1940s military vehicle. Original engine runs smoothly and strong. Can drive onto your trailer. Fuel tank is rusted, auxiliary fuel supply is used to demonstrate. Brakes function and vehicle is drive able, shifts smoothly and fwd functions. Restore able classic. Has no ID plates, bill of sale only.”

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1953 CJ-3B Golden, CO $7500

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Seems worth a look. It does have at least some floor rust.l

https://denver.craigslist.org/cto/d/golden-willys-jeep/7739967482.html

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“Original motor and running gear, LT235/75R15 radial tires 13/32” tread depth, 6′ snow blade, two 6 volt batteries in parallel,
Warn front hubs, rare Koenig top with roll up widows, roll bar, Ramsey 8000 lb. PTO winch, engine block heater,
normal rust in body, very good seat upholstery. Runs and drives.
Clear Colorado title

Extras

Tire chains, 4 each
Tire chain cross bars, 6 each
Tire chain snubbers, 3 each and links
Bag for all tire chains
Service manual
Hi Lift jack
Shovel
Axe
Box of shackles, various sizes
Jumper cables
Tow rope, 60′, new
Tow sling
Swivel hook
Battery tender
Park lights kits, amber and clear, new
Lug wrench
Doors, soft top
Bikini top, Bestop, new
Top bows for Bikini top
Tub of parts, fly wheel, hose, fan belt, etc.
Differential parts
Rope, odds and ends

 
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1946 CJ-2A Anoka, MN $13,980

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Lots of updates to this flat fender.

https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ank/ctd/d/dayton-1946-willys-cj2a-4×4-38l-v6/7738871694.html

“1946 Willy’s CJ2A 4×4 ** This beautiful SUV us powered with a 3.8L V6 engine and automatic transmission. The body is very solid and straight. Clean underneath the vehicle. Newer restoration with a lot of newer suspension parts. It has a great look. Has the removable top with doors. Easy to put on and take off. Very nice Mastercraft 33×12.50R15LT tires. 4×4 works. This one has the flip out windshield. Manual wiper. The interior is very clean and in excellent condition. The odometer shows 1,134 since it was rebuilt. This is very fun SUV to cruise and be seen in. Make this unbeatable deal yours today before it’s gone.”

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CJ-5 Koenig Hardtop Dresser, WI $450

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This hardtop looks solid.

https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/wsh/pts/d/dresser-cj5-half-cab-and-axles/7738690037.html

“Front and rear axles for willys cj5 300 dollars
Steel half cab for cj5”

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FC Parts Morristown, NJ

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If you need some FC parts, you might check out this ad.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1103901014215447/

“FOR SALE: FC150 doghouses $200@, uncut dash panels $200@, (2 )passenger 1962-64 door panels 150@. Original wheels $50@. Many other parts.”

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1946 CJ-2A + Spen Trailer Black River Falls, WI $5000

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Seller is willing to sell the jeep and trailer separately. The top may be a Beck.

https://eauclaire.craigslist.org/pts/d/black-river-falls-willys-cj2a-spen/7739171891.html

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“1946 Willys CJ2A, v6, 4spd, front disc brakes. I bought the jeep site unseen from an auction. The auction claimed it only needed a battery, which wasn’t true, and I’ve never tried to get it running. The doors (not pictured) are inside the jeep. It came with a New Mexico title, but it is now a Wisconsin title in my name. $3000 (will sell separately)

1940s Spen Model H trailer. This is the civilian equivalent to the Bantam trailers, only more rare. I’m not sure if the side rails are original, but they are well made. $1200 (will sell separately)

Willy’s running gear from a 53 pickup. The radiator, motor, transmission, transfer case, starter are sitting on a pallet and can be started the way it sits using a temp fuel can. I also have the front and rear axles with four newer leaf springs. $1200 (will not sell separately until the after the jeep sells)

Will sell everything for $5,000 or reasonable offer. Located in Black River Falls, WI.”

 
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Koenig PTO Crankshaft Winch Kronenwetter, WI $850

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Not many of these crankshaft-powered winches around.

https://wausau.craigslist.org/pts/d/mosinee-koenig-pto-winch/7739225226.html

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