Damon built this Pinewood Derby CJ-2A. He says it wasn’t the fastest model, but I’ll bet it was the coolest!
Day 6 – Mar. 25th: TinkerTown and the Turquoise Trail
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We started off the morning at the New Mexico National Guard Bataan Memorial Museum, which includes a special exhibit about the embattled soldiers of Bataan and Corriegor. That episode of WWII was particularly important to New Mexico as they had a detachment of National Guard troops in the Philippines when the Japanese attacked. The entry hall is lined with stories of soldiers who perished at different times during the war, some along the Bataan Death March, some in POW camps, and some in the ‘Hell Ships‘.
Given the use of ‘Bataan’ is used prominently in the Museum’s name, I expected to find a more in-depth look at the loss of Philippines, the type of treatment endured by POWs, the concern over the POWs lives if Japan lost the war (all prisoners were supposed to be executed) and more. However, instead of finding that, the museum focuses more on telling the story of the New Mexico National Guard, from their fights in the civil war to present-day, which is understandable.
So, it’s a fine little museum with free entry, but Ann and I both agreed that they have a unique opportunity to tell an important story that doesn’t fully educate the visitor about that event. Fortunately, there are some sources that do explain why the Philippines were lost and the treatment endured by the POWs (books that are sitting on my book shelf at home and whose names I can’t recall at the moment).
On the bright side, they do have a pretty accurate M-38 in good shape.
Jeeping in Goose Lake area of Red River, NM around 1960
James from Red River Offroad, you especially might enjoy this video. The FC-150 sure had a rough time. It took a village to get it out of that mud!
1946 CJ-2A Arvada, CO **SOLD**
UPDATE: Was listed at $8000. **SOLD**
“1946 Willys cj2a, #63492, totally restored with original L-134 engine, body, drive train, all numbers match. Engine and tranny are rare, never had been rebuilt till restoration.
Has original 6 volt electrical system with optima battery, starts and runs strong. Custom made powder coated, steel hard top with removable doors, radial tires, rear seat, plus lots of custom made extras.”
Year? MB Wittmann, AZ **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $900
“1942-1944 Willy’s MB Jeep. This is a military MB model Jeep. Has newer F head engine, not running but did run. Has original military transmission and transfer case, and front and rear axles. Hood has been modified for F head engine. Minimal rust on body. Three original 16″ wheels and also one original combat wheel.
NO TITLE!”
1964 CJ-3B Garden Ridge, TX $1500
It runs.
“I hae a 1964 Willys Jeep, 4×4, in good working condition with a new clutch and new brakes. The mileage has been listed as n/a as the odometer has rolled over.”
1960 Wagon Eureka, MT **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8000.
Looks solid.
“1960 Willy Wagon. Green in color. 4 wheel drive works great. Original engine. trans has overdrive. No rust, well taken care of. Garaged inside. Call for additional info.”
1952 M-38 for sale in Germany
Max forwarded this M-38 that is for sale in Germany. If you need anything translated, Max said he’d be glad to help.
http://www.multi-board.com/board/index.php?page=Thread&postID=688902#post688902
“zum Verkauf steht ein M 38 zum Restaurieren.
Der Jeep ist von einem Freund.
Frag mich was ihr wissen wollt, ich leites weiter.
Daten:
Bj52
Seriennummer 68162
USAF Nummer A-12580
Original DataPlates
Mit Fahrzeugbrief
1947 CJ-2A Wimberly, TX **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
This hunter has a ’52 title, but a CJ-2A body. It might be a mixed bag.
“1947 Willys Hunting Jeep and transport trailer. This vehicle has a clear Texas title and is listed on the title as 1952 cj. It is a 1947 by its body design and motor. It runs good but burns a little oil. 4- wheel drive and transfer case works well.”
1969 DJ-5 Mesa, AZ **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
I’ve never seen a DJ-5 with a half-cab. It is left-handed steering, too.
“Rare Model 1969 DJ-5A Kaiser/Willys Jeep .. GM motor, stock automatic trans and other internal parts…Last year before AMC took over… easy to get parts for… Highway geared, Posi Track Rearend, Stock Auto Trans, New Tires and Drives Fine. Two Wheel Drive.. set up to Tow a Boat or Camper or be Towed behind your RV… Really a tuff little rig .. I would Drive it to Oregon, just as is!
Odometer shows 61,000 Stock 2.5 “IRON DUKE” 4 Cylinder motor. This is an Arizona jeep and not rusted, like the ones I’ve seen in Oregon. Clear/Clean Title in hand.. If you want to Test Drive or have questions”
1950 and 1959 Trucks Arizona $2000
Clyde is helping Tim sell a set of Willys Pickups. If interested in them you can contact Tim at 573-569-3552. He is asking $2000 for the pair. Tell Tim that Clyde sent you.
Here’s the full post Clyde placed on the oldwillys forum: http://www.oldwillysforum.com/forum/showthread.php?5411-Early-1950-WillyBaker-and-1959-Willys-pickups
1962 Wagon St. Louis, MO $1700
It ran a year ago. Includes rear quarter panel replacements.
“For Sale 1962 Willys Wagon 4×4. new brakes, brake lines, wheel cyls., rebuilt master cyl. Have new rear quarter panels (need installed) Needs radiator and water pump (have originals) Super Hurricane flat head 6 (ran 1 year ago) $1700 or trade for 30s, 40s or early 50s coupe, 2 dr sedan or pickup project of equal value with title. Possible 60s or early 70s mopar project.”
1949 CJ-3A Humboldt, CA $3500
Doesn’t run.
“49 Willys Jeep v8 small block Ford not running new top fair paint .$3500 or best offer”
1974 CJ-6 LaPorte, TX $3000
The engine needs assembly.
“1974 Jeep cj6
Amc 304
3 speed
Power steering
Dana 44 rear axle with one piece axles
Everything works, all lights
7734 original miles
4wd works
Engine freshened up with after market comp cams camshaft
Needs to be ran to break in cam (not fully assembled at this time)
New water pump, power steering lines, ignition switch, starter,
Radiator rotted out, and a lot more I’m missing.
Light surface rust, all floor panels in great shape, body panels in good shape.
Asking $3000 or best offer”
1949 CJ-2A Vancouver, WA $850
Unclear how much value is here.
“Selling a 1949 Willys Jeep for $850 obo with two motors and two sets of tires. contact Bill.”
1973 DJ-5 Red Bud, MO $1000
I thought it looked good, but it sounds like it might not run.
“1973 mail jeep for sale
$1000 or best offer… CASH TALKS bring a trailer take it home!!!”
1947 CJ-2A Running Rolling Chassis Stevinson, CA **SOLD**
UPDATE: Was $1000. **SOLD**
Body is not for sale, just the running chassis.
“Hello, I have a running rolling chassis for sale. Chevy 153 4 cylinder. Stock 3 speed transmission dana 18 transfer case. Stock 47 jeep axles. Heavy duty leaf springs. Stock steering set up with column. Basically going to pull my tub off and sell the rest. I have another frame I’m building from the ground up with newer axles and a 350.”
1941? MB? Tucson, AZ $7500
UPDATE: Price dropped to $7000
(12/27/2013) “I have a 1941 military jeep willy that is good condition it has all new tires,seats,roof,paint and runs good nothing wrong with this jeep these are very rare and I think $7,000 is a good price but I am willing to go lower give me a call if interested you can contact me at 520-808-5883 thank you for looking”
Day 5 – Mar. 24th: Talking Jeeps w/ Worn Rusty Hubbs
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We woke up a little lazily on Monday morning. We knew we had a long drive ahead of us from Durango to Santa Fe, but we wanted to peruse a little of Durango before we left, so we hunted down some breakfast using an iPhone App called Ness (that won’t be around much longer), which calculates the time of day to suggest nearby restaurants (for mornings it will find breakfast places for example) and provide ratings. That’s how we found the Durango Diner in downtown Durango.
The Durango Diner had a wide selection of breakfast items that looked good, including two eggs & a chile relleno, which was my choice. I expected to just get the eggs and the relleno, but instead there was a heap of hash browns with green chile sauce (love that New Mexican Green Chile sauce, even in Colorado). It was a lot of food and if there’s one thing I’ve learned on these trips, eating light saves money and bathroom stops. So, I ate a good portion then pushed it away, reluctantly.
We left Durango and quickly found ourselves wandering through northern Idaho, or what looked like northern Idaho to us. Southern Colorado felt remote and looked beautiful as we drove through endless forested valleys with the occasional ranch.
1941 Photo of Bantam BRC-60 on eBay
UPDATE: I had mistakenly labeled this a BRC-40. Craig corrected me.
Neat photo with caption. The Associated Press labels it a Blitz Buggy.
Ted’s PTO Parts on eBay
Ted asked me to post these parts that he is selling on eBay.
1) PTO Shaft – View item on eBay
2) Drum Pulley – View item on eBay
3) Dual Output PTO – View item on eBay
1956 CJ-5 Beavercreek, OR **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3300.
(09/23/2013) That’s an unusual patch/hole in the cowl. It looks solid.
“Winch
New Power Steering
Rare 1/3 Metal Cab
In family for years
Cash only, no trades”
Day 4 – Mar. 23rd: Hurray for Ouray
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With beautiful blue skies overhead, we started the day in Grand Junction with our sights set on the mysterious Colorado National Monument. Having done no research on it, and trusting Dean’s advice from yesterday, we started at the western entrance of the park near Fruita.
After the ranger station, the road climbs quickly, switching back and forth, tunneling through rock, and teasing the driver (who should really keep his eyes on the road according to Ann) with beautiful views of the Grand Junction Valley. Those travelers familiar with Southern Utah will instantly recognize the red sandstone walls, the juniper trees, and narrow canyons.
After four miles of driving, we arrived at the visitors center, a complex perched near a canyon wall with a view toward some of the amazing pinnacles that dot the landscape. Inside the visitors center we learned about John Otto, the man that made the Monument happen. His early vision included an amazing road full of switchbacks that would allow cars to traverse the park from one end to the other. Hi dream might not have become a reality had the Depression not happened, for it provided all the cheap labor ($1/day/per person) he need to carve a twenty-three mile road through the park.
After driving the road, it’s my opinion that it is one of the truly unique features of the park. There aren’t many places along the drive that don’t feature beautiful views. It is one continuous bit of eye candy from start to finish.
1944 Photo of Jeep Bumper with Mussolini Mask **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
Wait, that’s not a government issue mask! The three pictured from left to right are: CPL. Arthur Smith of New York City, NY, PFC. Matty Furyal of Detroit, Michigan, and PVT. Carl Carlson of Norwalk, Connecticutt.
“1944- U.S. troops in Italy with a mask of Mussolini attached to the bumper of their jeep.”
1958? Photo of August Benhoff Retirement on eBay
As Marc noted to me, the photo appears more likely to have been taken in the late 1940s. Perhaps it was a photo that wasn’t released until 1958?
“You are bidding on an original press photo of Willys Motors Employee in Vintage Jeep. Photo has staple hole top right corner & waving Photo measures 8 x 10 inches and is dated 6/17/1958.”