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1958 Wagon Kingman, AZ **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was listed at $3995.

This has an interesting cargo carrier on top.

“good body, 4×4, 283 Chevy V-8 std. trans.”

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1952 M-37 Delta, CO $1200

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Ran across this M-37. Looks like it’s got a pretty solid body to me.

“1952 Dodge Military M-37. Chevy 283 under the hood with manual Chevy transmission. It has not run in many many years. It has a well built home made metal roof. Cool 4×4 rig! Missing the tail gate and hood side panels. Rear differential is not original. Clean open Colorado title. $1200. No texts or emails please. Call Mike at nine, seven, zero, 361-4520.”

http://westslope.craigslist.org/cto/4268177934.html

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1948 CJ-2A Portland, OR **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2200

(08/31/2013) It’s a project, but it looks in good shape.

“1948 Willys CJ2A 4×4 Project, Has a chevy 283 bored 0.30 solid lifters, wiend stealth intake, Mallory magnetic breakerless ignition and Mallory super coil, 33″ tires and super single style rims 15×10, keg converted into fuel tank, rancho shocks and lift, 2 sets of seats one set plastic molded and the other is out of an Acura.

This motor ran super, I have since used the carb and battery on other projects, it has a broken rear axle so it will need to be trailered even though it has a tow bar attached to the front, all in all I’ve had it garaged since 1995 when I bought it. This is a good base for off road fun, the motor ran strong and loud with a definite lope, turns head even on the trailer, contact me with any questions more than happy to talk about the mods that have been made.”

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1952 CJ-3A Mount Airy, MD **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.

There appears to be parts value here.

“1952 gp willys jeep with 1/2 cab body and frame poor in 1994 replace all hoses and wheel cycli9nders and shoes has a hand pump for snow plow lift no handle for pump no seats in the jeep did replace the gas tank in 1994 the best part of the jeep are the half cab and the handle lift for the snow plow in general if you need parts this is a fair donor jeep but the frame and body very poor if it does not sell I will remove the top and lift pump and junk the rest as for gp the title list it as a gp but I have not idea what that is looks to me like a cj3a.”

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1949 Truck Bothell, WA $800

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There might be some useful parts here. No description provided.

http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/4269228994.html

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1951 Wagon Inland Empire, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was priced at $7500.

(12/26/2013) This may be worth a closer look.

“1951 Willys Overland Jeep 2 wheel drive wagon, original 4 cly F Head, 3 speed with O/D (working) rewired to 12 volt. TONS of new parts, new paint and the rear body is all wood grained….needs minor finishing and runs great! Trade for another collector car 1946-1961 Packard, Plymouth Ford etc….”

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1945? CJ-2A Colorado Springs, CO $3500

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UPDATE: Still Available

(04/26/2013) This includes an overdrive. It’s listed as a ’45, but I don’t see anything to indicate it’s that early. The body is a little rough based on the old pics.

“Here we have a 1945 Military Willys Jeep. 283 Chevy V-8 engine. 3 speed manual transmission with overdrive and a dual stick transfer case. New lock out hubs. Runs and drives great. Asking $3650 OBO. Layaway type payment plans available. Call 719-243-4614”

http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4269627958.html

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1956 Article About Fleet Sales

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This April 1956 article from Willys News highlights the importance of fleet sales to an Oklahoma dealer.

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Some Photos from Bob

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Bob Anderson forwarded some photos and text to start the new year.

He writes, Found an old picture of a Willys I bought in about 1978. It had 12K actual miles on it, and had never been on the road. Was used on a large Asparagus farm in central Ill.
Needed a complete overhaul, as well as most front end parts, but kept it for years when I moved back to WI and bought a small farm.
It did everything I ever asked it to on the farm !! Loved it…

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Also here is a picture of my ’52 M38A1 after I moved the seat back. I am 6’5″ and ~350 lbs, and it works great !! I used the common methods described here and elsewhere to move it.

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Transmission ID and More at the Crankshaft Coalition

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I happened upon this website while looking for some transmission information. As I scrolled through the page I was impressed with the amount and organization of information. I ended up spending time viewing a bunch of other pages. Since it is a Wiki-based website, people can make corrections and add information.

http://www.crankshaftcoalition.com/wiki/Transmission_identification

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Unusual Custom Austin Jeep Boise, ID **SOLD**

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UPDATE:  **SOLD** Was Make Offer

Randy spotted this unusual vehicle. Jack has left a message with the owner in hopes we can learn whether this was a kit or a custom project or something else.

“This is a one of a kind that I know of.
Late 1940’s or early 1950’s. Austin devon chassis with a modified Jeep body on it.
Unfortunately, this is a project that I do not have time for. Sad to see it go. Make me an offer.”

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1960 CJ-5 Pasco, WA **SOLD**

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**SOLD**

Buz spotted this one. Current Bid is $25. Auction date is 1/03/2014. This is only a couple miles from me.

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1961 Wagon Baltimore County, MD Make Offer

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Lots of updates to this nice looking wagon spotted by Doug.

“New interior. New wiring harness. Power Windows. New 35″ BFG KM2 Tires. Power disc brakes. Tilt Wheel. Power rack and pinion steering. 350 4bolt main Chevy. Ford top loader 4spd. Saturn OD. 4:88 posi front and rear. Model 18 transfer case with heavy duty upgrades(bigger shaft and tapered roller bearings). Hydraulic clutch w/ McCloud blowshield and hydraulic throughout bearing. Full floating rear axle w/locking hubs at all 4 wheels. Original Ramsey Winch and fairlead. Brand new PTO and PTO/OD adapter, never used. 10″ lift. Front spring perches and shackles reversed. Many more mods. More mods. Too much to list. Serious inquiries only. One owner since 1977. Not interested in trades or shooting the breeze. Don’t waste my time. I don’t have any.”

http://baltimore.craigslist.org/cto/4267169527.html

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1949 CJ-3A Helena, MT **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was auctioned.

Buz found this one, too. It looks like it might run. The top appears in good shape, too. Auction closes 1/07/14.

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Year? CJ-2A Fort Valley, GA $500

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Not a lot of value here.

“41 willys jeep cj2a. rebuilt flat head 4 cyld engine with less than a thousand miles. drive train pretty good condition. needs to be put back together or used for parts.”

http://macon.craigslist.org/cto/4267909051.html

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20,000 Miles South by Helen and Frank Schreider

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UPDATE II: Not only did they publish a book, but they also filmed a documentary in color, called We Made the “Impossible” Tour, that was part of a lecture tour. In addition, their adventure was serialized in the Saturday Evening Post in 1957:
January 12, 1957, We Made the “Impossible” Tour, Part One: How We Motored Through the Jungle
January 19, 1957, We Made the “Impossible” Tour: Part Two: How We Went to Sea in a Jeep
January 26, 1957, We Made the “Impossible” Tour, Part Three: Island-Hopping the Spanish Main
February 2, 1957, We Made the “Impossible” Tour: Part Four: Trigger-Happy Territory
February 9, 1957, We Made the “Impossible” Tour: Conclusion:The Land of Fire – three agonizing miles of travel in southern Argentina.

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UPDATE: This same book is published under a different name with some different photos: “La Tortuga an amphibious journey from Alaska to Tierra del Fuego”. I could not find a copy for sale when I last looked.

20,000 Miles South:  A Pan-American Adventure in a Seagoing Jeep from the Arctic Circle” by Helen and Frank Schreider is a great read.  In the book they relate their first failed attempt to travel south in a Willys Wagon, which leads to their decision to try it in a SEEP (named La Tortuga).  In 1954, they started their journey south, sharing in the book their struggles, successes and failure.  At one point they try to drive down a railroad track, but are forced to give up the effort due to the damage the track inflicted on the SEEP. At another point they enter the country of Colombia by water, only to be told when they attempt to exit the country that they didn’t get the proper stamp (because they entered via the water).  These are just some of the challenges they face.

I’d have to say this is one of my favorite jeep related books that I have read.  After the “20,000 Miles” book they wrote the “Drums of Tonkin“, which is about a trip through Indonesia, and “Exploring the Amazon.” They also joined National Geographic as photographers and authors.

Frank died in 1974 at the age of 70.  He suffered a heart attack in the cabin of his sail boat, Sassafras, while anchored off the island of Crete.  I suspect that’s the way he would have wanted it.  Helen was still alive and living in New Mexico at last report.

La Tortuga was re-discovered in California in 2006 and shipped to Norway.  La Tortuga appears to still be for sale.

It appears you can borrow a copy of the book through the open library project.  Learn more here.  Here are some photos.  This is a shot of the inside cover which shows the path they drove/boated:

This photo was taken after the maiden voyage in Balboa Bay, California.  Helen is holding onto their dog, Dinah, who could often be found riding on top of the cabin.

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Happy New Year: 2014!!

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2013 proved to be a wild ride!

2013 was by far the best year for eWillys yet. In March we embarked on our trip through the Southwest, which included the 2013 FC Roundup, camping, offroading and exploring. We followed that up with a trip to the East Coast and back, also full of rewarding experiences, festivals, and adventures. Especially important, we got to meet so many people with whom I’ve only known virtually. Everyone was kind and wonderful; I especially appreciated how welcome you made Ann feel. So, thanks to everyone!

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The CJ-2Apage forum regulars got together for a group photo at the 2013 Willys Reunion.

For 2014, we plan to do a trip in March through California on our way to the FC Roundup. From there, depending on funds, time and my kids’ schedules, we may head only as far as New Mexico OR we’ll head deep into Texas. Either way, we’ll likely be doing another trip through rarely traveled areas of Utah and Idaho on our way back north.

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Our side trip off the Burr Trail in Utah – March 2013

Part of the California trip is designed to help inspire me with my third book, tentatively titled October Gold. It’s named after a painting completed by my Aunt Emma and display at an art show in 1915 in New York City. The title was so perfect for my subject (Pacific WWII gold) that it seemed tailor made for my book. In the book, the characters travel part of California, so we need to trace some of the characters intended travels (trying not to pay spoiler here).  The book’s a long way from being finished — I’m currently enjoying the research (my favorite part of writing).

I currently anticipate no big upcoming changes to the website. You probably noticed I finally placed a good adsense box at the top of the website, something I was forced to do because of the change by eBay in the way they calculate revenue.

I expect to have Biscuit back on the road by early summer. I haven’t seen any reason to endure the cold garage temperatures at the moment (it’s a better time for reading and book research).

I don’t know if 2014 can top 2013, but I can’t wait to find out. Happy New Year everyone!

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My wife sure is a good sport . . . even when I put her in ‘jail’. I expect there will be plenty of photos in 2014, too.

 
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More on the Crosley “Pup” Jeep

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UPDATE: The mystery Crosely at the bottom of the post has been identified as a Crosley Bull Pup thanks to L.C. Odin.

For those who haven’t read the article I posted on the lightweight jeeps a few years ago, Crosley built ‘extra-light weight’ four wheel drive vehicles called the CT-3 Pup and marketed to the military in 1942. The Pup had a 2-cylinder 13hp engine air cooled motor and weighed 1125 lbs. What I didn’t know was that a slightly different ‘hi hood’ version of the Crosley Pup was also built.  More about that in a moment.

The issue of the Pup came to my attention yesterday because Marc forwarded me a great photo of a CT-3 Pup being loaded onto US Navy Bomber May 5, 1942, on eBay.

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According to Hemmings thirty-seven Crosley Pups were built before the idea was abandoned, at least in part, due to some weak parts. As in the photo above, here’s another look at the ‘classic’ version which you can view at Mighty Eight Air Force Museum in Pooler, Ga. (more pics of it here) and check out these fantastic detail photos at the Comancheclub.

What makes the Crosley Pup jeep more interesting is that I discovered the following photos taken at the Cincinnati History Museum (Interesting note: the Museum offered a history program on Powel & Lewis Crosley in 2013) of a version of the Crosley that seems to have been ignored.

UPDATE: This has been identified as the Crosley Bull Pup. See L.C. Odin’s comment for more info .(Photos taken by Nicholas Massa)?

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Photos from Charles

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Charles shared some more photos.

The name of this road is Hell’s Highway (learn more about Highway 69 here) which was used during Operation Market Garden. Given the soldiers in the ditch, I’d say this 1944 photo captures they felt the same way:

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 1944 photo of Graves Bridge, Holland, an Operation Market Garden strategic point:

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This photo shows the Belgian Army in Korea:

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Photo of Ford GPWs in Ford Plant? on eBay

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Nice reprint. The bumper holes would suggest GPWs.

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Photo of Beat Up Jeep Being Towed on eBay

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Looks like this jeep might have rolled.

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Ride-em Erector Set from 1960s **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.

I don’t remember these toys in the old Sears Catalogs. The cover has a jeepish sort of vehicle.

“GILBERT RIDE-EM ERECTOR BOXED SET 15x21x5.5 deep box contains complete.From 1965. Box has creases, some missing surface paper.
Still displays Fine. Box lid and instructions show 5 different vehicles to be built including jeep, sports car, 3-wheel scooter, runabout and tractor. Instruction sheet has partially darkened with age

Instructions has been torn, all due to age. and wear and use!! This is an incredible Rare Erector Building set. 47 going on 48 Years OLD !!! SUPER VINTAGE !!! FOR ALL TOY COLLECTORS
This is the Ultimate Building Set, Builds, 5 different vehicles, all PARTS are accounted for. Box, shows wear, as shown on pictures. Please look at all pictures and message me any questions.
Obviously if this was Complete Mint from 1965 it would be worth thousands and thousands, probably not even have a known value. However these are rare and hard to find in any condition.
In 1965 A.C Gilbert Company went bankrupt in 1967, so with the financial issues, they didn’t make a massive run of production on sets before than.”

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2 M-38A1s Abilene, TX **SOLD**

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UPDATE: Was $5800. Likely Sold.

Both run.

“I have a couple of M38A1 Military jeeps that I need to sell…One is a 1954 and the other is a 1955…Both jeeps are 24 volt electrical systems….Both jeeps start and run…They both need some TLC…Not rust buckets…2 new batteris included….I have more pictures…I have a title for one of the jeeps and a bill of sale for the other..Great restoration projects…Asking $5800.00 for both jeeps or make me a resonable offer….email this post for more info..”

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1960 FC-150 Conyers, GA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: Was listed at $5000.

This jeep may be worth a look.

“1960 Jeep FC150 – Runs, four wheel drive operational, little rust, new carb., new fuel pump, new master cylinder.”

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1948 Jeepster Fairfield, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $38990

Nice looking Jeepster.

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This 1948 Willys-Overland Jeepster VJ2 two door Pheaton convertible (Stock # B8034) is available in our Fairfield, CA showroom and any inquiries may be directed to us at 707-748-4000 or via email at Sales@SpecialtySales.com.

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