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Jeeps @ the California Automobile Museum

January 12, 2014 • CATEGORIES: Features, GPW (Ford MB), Museums This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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The California Automobile Museum (location) in Sacramento has at least three. I have been there yet, but it might be a potential stop on our California tour in March. The M-38 and CJ-2A were photographed by Jack Snell in August of 2013 (more great jeep photos by Jack in his photo stream).

This 1951 M-38 looks good:

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http://www.flickr.com/photos/jacksnell707/9623631181/ M-38 @ the California Automobile Museum

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http://www.flickr.com/photos/jacksnell707/9626867018/in/photostream/ M-38 @ the California Automobile Museum

This 1945 VEC CJ-2A looks very good:

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http://www.flickr.com/photos/jacksnell707/9626420176/lightbox/

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http://www.flickr.com/photos/jacksnell707/9626419994/

The museum also has a 1943 GPW which was photographed and posted here along with other images from the museum. Below is the photo of the GPW:

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More Photos from the Pictoral WWII Book

January 12, 2014 • CATEGORIES: Features, Old Images This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Here are a few more photos from the “Pictoral History of the Second World War”.

This first photo is really interesting. Here’s the caption:

OUTWITTING THE NAZIS: A little thing like a capsized ship doesn’t stand in the way of the U.S. Army engineers. Here, in the Naples Harbor they have outwitted the Nazis and turned a deficit into an asset by transforming an overturned ship into a pier. Nazi demolition ships in the harbor at Naples, like this one, did not count on the ingenuity of the Engineers. The ship’s superstructure, digging into the harbor bottom, steadies the hull. All five hatches of a Liberty ship can be unloaded at once alongside this improvised pier. All during the campaign through Italy the Allies came across numerous scenes of destruction like the one pictured here, designed to slow up the Allied march to  victory in the former Mussolini stronghold.

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Treeline Teardrop Trailers

January 12, 2014 • CATEGORIES: trailer, Website This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Tom Perkins’ company Treeline Teardrop Trailers out of Petaluma, California, offers both road and offroad trailers. Tom’s considering the purchase of a CJ-3B, which I think would look good pulling on his trailers. Here’s an example of the offroad one below.

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Container of 1940s Letters on eBay

January 12, 2014 • CATEGORIES: Documents, Features This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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No jeeps here, but lots of interesting history.

View all the information on eBay

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“Interesting Lot of WWII era LETTERS –

some might be considered somewhat rare and/or unusual.

Lot of WWII letters that had belonged to my father-in-law, who served in the Army Air Force from 1943-1946.
He was trained as a photographer, trained at several bases and also stationed at the Stars and Stripes office in Erlangen, Germany.

I believe I counted over 240 letters in this lot.
There could be more than one letter in one envelope I noticed…
The bulk of the letters are from my father-in-law to his girlfriend, who later became his wife. Some are from her to him, a few are to and from their parents, one or two from her siblings to Ed when he was stationed away.

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1944 MB Attica, NY eBay

January 12, 2014 • CATEGORIES: MB • TAGS: , . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Good looking MB.

“up for auction today is a stunning piece of american history. this is a museum quality 1944 jeep willys that needs absolutly nothing. you would be hard pressed to find one nicer than this anywhere. this jeep comes with a canvas top, all of the standard tools on the driver side, an original canteen and two WWII helmets. here are some details about this fantastic jeep…

the engine, transmission and clutch were completly restored
the tires are reproduction ww2 ndt tires
all of the canvas was done by Beachwood Canvas of NJ
fully functional 6v federal siren
original ww2 fuel pump (restored)
6v optima battery in antique case
ww2 hand crank
original ww2 rifle rack (restored)”

View all the information on eBay

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Year? GPW Georgetown, TX $500

January 12, 2014 • CATEGORIES: GPW (Ford MB) This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD Quickly** Was priced at $500.

Sounds like it has potential. No pics provided.

“Not sure exactly what year jeep (1942-1945) GPW jeep. All is there (motor,trans and drive train. Currently doesn’t run. Be a great restoration project or lease vehicle. Tires are flat so need a come along or winch on trailor to pull it up. NO TITLE.”

 
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1959 CJ-5 Santa Fe, NM **SOLD**

January 12, 2014 • CATEGORIES: CJ5 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2495.

This looks like a solid CJ-5 that runs and includes an overdrive.

“1959 Willys Jeep CJ5 for sale. 283 Chevy V8
T90 3 trans. with Warn Overdrive – allows 12 forward speeds.
5.38 differential gear ratio’s
Dual fuel tanks – little rust
Short wheelbase trail rig.”

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1949 Truck Bernstadt, KY $8000

January 12, 2014 • CATEGORIES: Willys Trucks • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Looks good. No description.

http://eastky.craigslist.org/cto/4281969552.html

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Year? CJ-5 Auburn, CA Auction

January 12, 2014 • CATEGORIES: CJ5 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Eric spotted this one. Labeled a 1953 M-38A1, the body is definitely a CJ-5 body. Current bid on this goveliquidation.com vehicle is $25.

“1953 Willys Jeep, serial # 41437. Mileage reads 221.Ford 289 V8 gasoline engine. 3 speed T-90 transmission. New Autometer gauges. New radiator, battery and clutch. 31 x 11.50 tires. The Jeep starts easily, runs good and is surprisingly quick . Comes with mounted tow bar. No smog required in California. Please contact Doug at 530-333-3399 with any questions or to make an appointment for viewing the 1953 Willy s Jeep. For information on how to create an account and/or how to bid on Government Liquidation, please call 480-367-1300. We encourage you to come out and see the vehicle at the location. California buyers, vehicles will be registered at this site. Out of state buyers will receive a clear CA title to complete transfer in home state.”

http://www.govliquidation.com/auction/view?auctionId=7091843&cm_re=gl-trucksandothervehicles-_-gl-trucksandothervehicles1-carousel-_-item-2

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1952 M-38A1 Laredo, TX $3000

January 12, 2014 • CATEGORIES: M-38A1 • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: Price dropped to $3000

“1952 MILITARY willy jeep in running condition. brand new brake system.
motor re-built.
$3000. 00 priced low for quick sale
CALLS ONLY— 8985654 if no response text or call —–7748120”

http://laredo.craigslist.org/cto/4282764051.html

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1961 CJ-5 & Trailer Hillsdale, OH $850

January 12, 2014 • CATEGORIES: CJ5 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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The jeep runs. The trailer is a bit funky.

“1961 Willies Jeep project
CJ5 4 cyl 3 speed 4wd
Runs but needs work
$850”

http://toledo.craigslist.org/cto/4283446531.html

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M-38 Body and Vintage Parts in Chickamauga, GA **SOLD**

January 12, 2014 • CATEGORIES: Body Parts, Parts • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Body was $700.

This is a 1952 Willys M38 body tub. This has a new front floor pan installed as well as a right rear 1/4 panel and side. It also has some other patching done on non original holes. It will need several more welded up. It has been sand blasted and primed but the former owner let it get damp under a tarp and there is some light surface rust. This was originally a communications jeep so there are holes for the radio equiptment as well as the antana mounts and cable holes. It just needs finishing.

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Here’s more:

“We carry a large inventory of vintage Jeep parts both new and take off. We only carry parts for the 1/4 ton jeeps such as the MB, GPW, CJ2A, Cj3A, M38, M38A1, and M170. Sorry no wagon or truck parts. We also sell new parts for the CJ5, Cj7, Wrangler YJ and TJ.
Quarter Ton & Military Restoration Parts
6654 Lafayette RD
Chickamauga, GA 30707
423-762-5858

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Flat Head 6 Cyl Collegeville, PA **SOLD**

January 12, 2014 • CATEGORIES: Engine This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: ****SOLD** Was $650.

“Super Hurricane flat head 6 cyl engine out of a 1954 Jeep Willys pick up – mileage is unknown
It is still in the truck but being pulled soon. I have never heard this engine run but was told it does, but needs a rebuild (runs rough, has a bad tap)
I will include the 3 speed trans and the twin stick transfer case as well as all the ignition, carb, starter, alt, etc – I am installing a diesel engine so I don’t need anything off of it
This is a rare engine so I would rather not scrap it but I don’t have the room to store it either!”

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1947 CJ-2A Chester, WV No Price

January 12, 2014 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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No pics.

“have a68 chevy truck ,runs 3/4 tonrear susp arms broken 307 body good ,good parts,47 willy cj2awbody rough,hasnt run for years,68jeep4cvl,78 chevy blazer 350runs 4sp 4wd has cast iron transfer case,needs rear axel ,has 4 in susp liftnp205,no emails or texts,–304 376 8862 please let a mesage”

http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/4282622478.html

 
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2 1946 CJ-2As Fayetteville, NC **SOLD**

January 12, 2014 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000

(01/02/2014) No pics of the parts jeep.

“I have 2 1946 Willy’s jeeps one has newly overhauled motor runs and drives the other is just a body and frame no engine or drivetrain.”

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1948 CJ-2A San Diego, CA $5500

January 12, 2014 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: Price dropped to $5500

(12/28/2013) Lots of changes to this rig.

“1948 Willys CJ-2A Jeep for sale. DESERT READY! Crate 350 Chevy with RV Cam, 4 speed T-10 Chevy Transmission, 4 bolt main, recently rebuilt Dana 18 transfer case, Dana 41 rear end also rebuilt, front warn locking hubs, rebuilt 675 quadrajet carb, recent painless wiring harness, brand new PRP seats, 5.38 gears, 4 point harness belts, 15 gallon fuel cell, roll cage, 3 inch rancho suspension lift, 32 inch super swampers, custom headers, flat tow bar, edelbrock aluminum intake manifold, power steering and a Cadillac steering wheel with tilt. Have the windshield , full rag top and doors but haven’t been on in some years. Owned this Willys for 13 years and it’s a fun desert and mountain toy! Handles Glamis without paddles, great in Ocotillo, and performs on trails. Need four seater for the family. $6000 cash will take this bad ass jeep! Willing to trade for 4 seater rail/buggy otherwise cash money! North County 760-908-5753 Chris”

http://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/cto/4283184852.html

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1947 CJ-2A Ramona, CA $2800

January 12, 2014 • CATEGORIES: News This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: Price dropped to $2800

(11/23/2013) It runs and drives, but needs some more work.

“I am selling our 1947 Willys jeep. It is in running condition and is registered with title in hand. Please only serious inquires.
We have started restoration on it and is running
Rebuilt motor with hardened seats to accept todays unleaded fuel
Cooling system rebuilt
Fuel system Re-done
Brakes Re-done
Jeep needs transmission seal and rear end seal replaced.
Along with cosmetic restoration. But yes it does run and is registered. Please call Melanie 8five8 4four2 6ninezero5”

http://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/cto/4282824803.html

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1947 CJ-2A Milledgeville, GA **SOLD**

January 12, 2014 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4800

“Bought it 2 years ago and have been restoring it slowly. I have the vin plates that go under the hood, it has new headlights, all new wires, new hood latches, new carburetor, new coil, new distributor, voltage regulator, new sparkplug wires, radiator, fuel pump, complete new exhaust system, rebuilt starter, rebuilt transmission, complete new brake system except for the drums, new emergency brake, shock absorber, new tires, new u joints, steering wheel, all new gauges, new gas tank, seat belts, recovered seats, new choke and throttle cables, new rear bumper, tail lights, new turn signal light switch, and dimmer switch, also have a new glass for the windshield and weather seals with new windshield hardware. I still have the old carburetor, just needs to be cleaned good. I have the inner frame to the windshield installed. Runs fine, all cylinders have great compression.”

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FC-150 w/Signboard near Amarillo, TX

January 11, 2014 • CATEGORIES: FC150-FC170-M677, Features This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Evan was visiting Amarillo College in Texas when he spotted this FC-150 with a signboard just off of I-40 on Jackrabbit Rd in front of the I-40 Convenience Store. You can even view it on Google Maps. It’s just north of I-40.

Here’s a photo of it using Google Maps:

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These are Evan’s photos:

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22nd Midwest Willys Reunion in Hudson, OH May 16-18

January 11, 2014 • CATEGORIES: Event, Features This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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The 22nd Annual Midwest Willys Reunion will be taking place May 16-18, 2014, in Hudson, Ohio, this year. This year’s Banquet Speaker will be Paul Barry, of Willys America.

Learn more about the reunion here: http://www.midwestwillysreunion.org/smwwr14.htm

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1944 Goodyear Rubber Ad with a Jeep on eBay

January 11, 2014 • CATEGORIES: Advertising & Brochures, Features This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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The rubber coating on the canvas in the ad was pliable to 50 degrees below zero, water and fire proof.

“This ad is from a large format magazine such as Life, Saturday Evening Post, Colliers etc and measures approximately 10.5″ x 14″”

View all the information on ebay

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1973 Issue of World of Wonder on eBay

January 11, 2014 • CATEGORIES: Features, Magazine This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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I assume this story is about Ben Carlin and Half Safe. Wonder of Wonder was a kids magazine.

“World Of Wonder Magazine No. 190 November 1973 – Across the Atlantic in a Jeep!”

View all the information on ebay

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1950s French Hotchkiss Brochure **SOLD**

January 11, 2014 • CATEGORIES: News This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: Was on eBay. **SOLD**

This is a neat brochure. It sold on Friday for $31. Learn more about Hotchkiss jeeps.

“Description: Original 1950’s French Hotchkiss Willys Jeep dealership sales brochure is in near mint condition. It measures 3 1/2″ x 5 7/8″ and folds open to 5 7/8″ x 7″ and is in French. Combine with others I am listing and ship multiple for the price of one.”

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Original DJ-3A Parts List Book on eBay

January 11, 2014 • CATEGORIES: DJ-3A, Documents, Features This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Priced at $80, you can make a lower offer. View all the information on ebay
OR
Bid on this version starting at $18.95: View all the information on ebay

 

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1947 CJ-2A Stayton, OR **SOLD**

January 11, 2014 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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**SOLD** Was listed at $8000.

This looks like a real nice build.

“406 sbc, MSD distributor and ignition box, TH400 3000 stall converter, 4.27 gears, 11,000 miles on build. Custom hand built rear bumper, heater is integrated with roll cage for defrosting windshield, trans cooler mounted on frame underneath. 33×12.50×15 Cooper Discoverer tires mounted on Eagle alloys. Dana 44/30 differentials, Rancho steering stabilizer and sway bar in front.”

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