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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5250
(09/28/2012) The drain holes have been filled.
“1946 Willys Jeep. Runs, needs brake work. We are selling because we recently invested in another classic car. Great fun!”
<– Day 1 – Sat. May 4th: Miracle of America Museum, Polson, MT | Trip Overview | Day 3 & 4 – Mon. May 6th & Tues. May 7th: Bismarck, North Dakota –>
UPDATE: Busted! On our way out of the National Park we spotted the ‘pirates’ car off to the side in a parking area parked by itself. We believe they were arrested and their car left there, because there was no sign of them 🙂
Our goal for today (Sunday) was to reach Theodore Roosevelt National Park at the western edge of North Dakota. Since we spent most of our time driving through Eastern Montana, I’d love to share that experience with you, but I had my nose buried in my computer, so I didn’t see much. Occasionally, Ann would point out something of interest and I would look up. But, I had my reading glasses on, so everything looked pretty blurry beyond the car. However, the weather was beautiful and sunny, the temperatures a perfect seventy degrees. Fortunately, she didn’t see too much interesting either. Just lots of rolling grassy hills. I can see why cowboys like it here.
We saw this sign at a rest stop
I have to say that I will gladly take those endless grassy hills and the sunny weather over last week’s weather along I-94: it was closed due to a blizzard. Yikes!
Around 3:30pm we reached the campground at the National Park. We found a nice campsite and got it set up, before touring the 25(?) miles long loop trail.
<– Trip Overview | Day 2 – Sun. May 5th: Cowboys, Vistas, and Pirates –>
Saturday May 4th, our two month trip begins! We will be on the road until the end of June.
For the first leg of our East Coast trip our principal objective today was to make it to the Miracle of America Museum just south of Polson, MT. We left Pasco at 10am knowing it would take 5 1/2 hours to drive there and a 1/2 hour stop for lunch (we had to stop for some pho at our favorite place in Coeur D’ Alene, ID). Doing the math, we realized we’d arrive at the museum at 4pm, which gave us an hour to look around it before it closed at 5pm. Simple math, yes? . . . Wrong.
Our first day of driving, from Pasco to Livingston, Montana.
The first sign of trouble occurred as we crossed into Montana from Idaho on I-90. I was driving when I spotted a sign that informed us we were Entering Mountain Time Zone. Oh crap! I forgot all about the time change. A quick review of the math meant that we’d arrive at 5pm, just as it closed.
However, there was a caveat. The website indicated that the museum stayed open until 8pm during the summer, but never defined what days were considered summer days. So, as we descended out of the pass towards Missoula, Ann gave the museum a call at 3:30pm and it went like this:
Ann: Hi, how late are you open tonight?
Museum: Depends. Where are you now?
Ann (shocked): We are approaching St. Regis, Montana.
Museum: Ok, I’ll keep the museum open for you. I have some paperwork to do anyway.
With that simple phone call, Gil Mangels volunteered to keep his museum open so we could look around the place all by ourselves! I called at 4:40 to update him and say we wouldn’t be there until 5:15. He said that wouldn’t be a problem.
We finally arrived at 5:20pm, just as the last remaining visitor left. We walked inside and there was Gil ready to take our money ($5 each – BARGAIN!) and explain where everything was. We thanked him for staying open and said we didn’t want to use too much of his time. He said just take your time.
We weren’t there five minutes before we knew we had a problem. There was so much cool stuff to look at that we couldn’t move ourselves along fast enough. Gil and his late wife have done a wonderful job of creating a feast for the eyes. Ann and i were giddy school kids pointing things out to each other, reading stuff, and having a blast. We were there forty five minutes and still hadn’t made it through a 1/4 of the complex yet.
We didn’t want to impost on Gil, so we chose to go to plan B: See the jeeps real quickly, photograph them, and then return later this summer so we could spend all day looking around the place.
Before we left, we got a chance to spend some time talking with Gil. When we explained about eWillys, Gil explained he grew up on a nearby farm and his parents had an old flattie, but he couldn’t remember the model. He said they did everything with it.
Gil belongs to the Military Vehicle Preservation Association and he restored the M-38 below that he proudly displays in one of the rooms. It’s a very nice restoration. It was featured in the MVPA and GIl was kind enough to copy the article for me, but I haven’t had time to go through it yet.
In addition to the M-38, there are two more M-38A1s, a Slat Grille MB, and a M-151, a Mule, and a Jeepster for visitors to see. There is a Pedal Jeep in the toy section, a few hot wheel-like jeep toys. I also spotted several posters, cards and brochures in the war-related areas.
The Miracle of American museum is a gem. It reminded me of my experience to House on the Rock in Wisconsin, where each corner was a feast for the eyes. But, unlike HOR, there’s a better educational and museum experience. I can see why it’s been called the Smithsonian of the west. There is enough wonder — cool stuff, historic stuff, and odd ball stuff — to keep a whole family entertained. Military buffs, car buffs, farm buffs, motorcycle buffs, history buffs (how about a whole shed of old washing machines?) will love this place. It is worth the trip, especially since you get to talk to the guy who made it happen.
Here’s a bunch of pictures we took:
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
I’ve never read this. But, it comes with a wagon on the front. How bad could it be?
“A rich slice of Beat history, Trip Trap is Albert Saijo’s account of driving Jack Kerouac with Lew Welch from San Francisco to New York in 1959. It includes the poems they jotted down in notebooks along the way; their experiences in the city; a visit to Jack’s home in Northport, Long Island; and Lew’s letters to Jack about the return trip and his life in Reno.
This newly-revised edition-originally published in 1973-of the haiku Jack Kerouac, Albert Saijo, and Lew Welch jotted down on the road from San Francisco to New York in 1959, are dense, earthy incarnations of life on the road: “A coral colored Cadillac/ in Texas/ Threw gravel all over us,/ our beat jeep/ -Our windshield is nicked/ but our eyes/ are/ CLEAR…” Albert recounts their November trip in Lew’s Jeepster, making the big city scene, visiting Jack’s home in Northport on Long Island, and the long drive back west. The book also includes letters to Kerouac from Lew Welch in Reno.”
Here’s a recent edition of Scrollsaw Magazine that shows you how to make a pine wood derby flatfender.
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Here’s another militarized civvy jeep from Brigantine Beach. Lots of information about it on eBay.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000
This looks solid.
“This is a 1946 Willys CJ2A. This vehicle was done as a frame-off rebuild. Runs well and drives well. This was not a complete restoration. This vehicle was done to be driven for fun, rather than to be a show piece. That being said, here is a brief list of the work that was done:
Frame and body cleaned prepped and painted.
New headlights and tailights
New gauges
New seats
New front floor pans
New brake master cylinder, wheel cylinders, lines, front drums, shoes, and springs.
New front wheel bearings
New air cleaner
New plugs and wires,
Etc..
This jeep is great to just cruise around, or would be a great candidate for a complete restoration.
Asking 6,000 OBO”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7500
It’s got some mods, but looks solid. The steps look altered.
“4.3 Gm V6,,TH350 auto trans, power brakes, winch”
UPDATE: Was $13,500. **Status Unknown**
Lots of changes to this flattie.
“40K Original miles — still have original speedometer
747 miles since complete rebuild – only 74 miles in the past 5 years. Starts right up & purrs like a kitten!
Original 134 4 cylinder motor never removed
Custom dual exhaust
100% Original T90 transmission, drive train & axles — never removed
Axle gear ratio 5.38
Full Rancho suspension & stabilizers
34.50 — 9.50 super slumper tires — 100% tread
100% complete brake rebuild — all parts including brake lines, brake cams & wheel and master cylinder
Brand new steel body
Frame sandblasted PR-15 & painted 78 Corvette yellow
All frame nuts & bolts Grade 8 Stainless Steel ultra corrosion resistant
All body mounts new — Grade 8 stainless steel ultra corrosion resistant
Original grill
New SS head light rings
Honey comb radiator — original
New windshield glass, speedometer, tachometer, fuel, oil pressure and temperature gauges
100% new wiring throughout
Custom Corbeau seats with adjustable tracks
Custom full roll cage
14 gallon summit foam filled fuel cell
1″ SS fuel line all with complete earls fittings
Roll over valve
Holly electric red pump, Mallory spin on canister fuel filter with earl fittings
Ramsy 9500 platinum winch with 12′ remote — NEVER used except to show capabilities
Tow bar
Rebuilt starter, carburetor & 12V power system
Simpson 4pt harnesses
Dana 18 transfer case
Locking hubs — Warn — Original
Remote oil filter
39 Desoto horn
100 amp 4 post RV marine battery
Ultimate 4 wheeler – You will never get stuck or stall. This is not a highway jeep – top speed is around 40 mph downhill.
Owned for 39 years, title in hand.”
UPDATE: This was for sale back in 2011. It was originally from Colorado, so the body might be in good shape.
“1948 Willys CJ 2A lots of new parts, brakes, engine, glass, seats, clutch and a lot more, Kerrick 218-496-5777 with any questions, leave message if I don’t answer”
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/hnp/cto/3781268595.html
It’s a project.
“1953 Willys Jeep CJ-3B. Great Project Vehicle. I cannot complete because of my work schedule. The pictures are of the day I brought it home. Since then I have removed
the Koenig metal top, hood, windshield, fenders, radiator and grille. I have the stock engine on an engine stand. The engine was running when removed from another Jeep. The transmission, transfer case and axles are still mounted. The Body pan is pretty solid, with some surface rust and floor pan repairs needed. The Meters and heater equipment I have stored in my garage. I have a 12volt alternator and Original oil bath type air filter. I have purchased replacement right hand lug studs and nuts to replace the left hand original and old right hand ones. I also have some new replacement brake parts. The metal doors to match the top are not in the photos but I have them.
I am interested in selling the whole package but would entertain other offers. Would like to get $1500.00 cash for the whole package but will consider cash plus shooting sports equipment. Make me an offer. Email me and I will respond. Thanks!”
http://dallas.craigslist.org/mdf/cto/3784005194.html
UPDATE: **SOLD* Was $3000.
Some better pics would help with this jeep. It might be worth a look.
“1948 Willys Jeep CJ2A, Jeep was running when I put it in the garage. I started the tear down process, so it is in a dismantled sate right now but a good start for someone to take over. I ran out of resources to complete. All original parts are still present. This would be a great project and very little body work is required. I am open for serious offers so get a hold of me and see if we can come to an agreement.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $400.
Pics now provided.
“This is a project of epic size, or a parts vehicle. Original flat 4cyl single barrel carb, body is shot. Lost storage and hate to have to send to the bone yard, but need to get it out of the yard. Start that father/son project while he’s in preschool and have it ready for him to drive at 16!!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1800.
Unclear what all needs to be fixed.
“1953 CJ-3B Willys Jeep. 4 cylinder, 4 Wheel Drive. 12 Volt with electronic ignition. Runs good fixer upper project.$1800 or Best Offer.”
No pics provided.
“In very good shape for a restore. Was running some years ago-no one has tried to start it recently. Everything looks good. MUST SELL ASAP ! Make me your best offer. Don’t wait-must sell soon!”
UPDATE: Back on eBay
“1950 Willys Jeep Station Wagon, runs great, interior nice, new tires,recent tune-up…Get ready for Hot August Nights. Call or Text 775-691-2527”
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Our seven week journey was the most memorable trip I’ve ever taken. There were so many unexpected opportunities only made possible by all the wonderful people we met along the way. We appreciate everyone’s patience with our ever changing schedule as folks contacted us and said “if you are near, come visit!” We tried to meet as many people as possible, but at times the timing just didn’t work out.
Here are some stats from the trip:
1) We drove over 10,043 Miles
2) Trip lasted 49 days
3) We passed through 27 States (It would have only been 26 states, but Ann accidently drove into Colorado, before I looked up from my computer to see we were going the wrong way . . . lol)
4) We saw all 5 Great Lakes
5) We had 0 car problems!
6) Number of tickets . . . 0 (warnings 0)
7) Total cost of trip (unknown at this point, but would have been higher without all the generous jeepers)
8) Amount of debt from trip — $0. We don’t use credit cards.
9) Number of museums visited: 20
10) Number of National Parks: 4
11) Number of fights between Ann and I: Zero
12) Total amount of fun we had: incalculable!
All the posts related to the trip:
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was listed at $6500.
This appears solid and early. This should be #13337 VEC CJ-2A.
“For sale is a very early 1946 CJ 2A VEC (Very early civilian) with a 5 digit serial number these were the first jeeps made immediately after the WW2 jeep, has many willys military parts such as floating rear axle, military style windshield, body side tool indents, etc… This Vec has the rare and valuable 3 speed on the column shifter. Engine has been completely gone through, runs like a top, jeep has been converted to 12V but have original 6v generator and regulator. Seats have new canvas, starts, drives and stops well. Some body work needed these jeeps in restored condition sell for upwards of $15,000. This one is for sale for $6500”
Marc spotted this Papercruiser model.
“My Willy’s Jeep FC-150 paper model now for sale! You can grab it here for $7 – or check out thephoto gallery here. It’s available in 8 colors, shown below.”
http://papercruiser.com/?p=891
What do you get when you combine marriage, business, a Gladiator, and peaches? Check out the Peach Truck story over at jeeptruck.com.
Marc spotted this CJ-2A with logs of bling.
“1947 Willy Jeep is absolutely in Good condition , fully modified with Diesel Toyota Engine.One & only Willy Jeep in Canada & USA, that was fully modified by Athwal Truck & Trailer Repair,Surrey.B.C.
Vehicle can be picked up from us directly. Payment should be made before or at pickup time. 40% should be paid by end of auction. Contact@ 778-883-4400”
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Wish we could see more of the jeep. The Jockey Ridge Sand Dunes show here are the tallest sand dune system in the Eastern US. This area is now Jockey Ridge State Park. I’m guessin that driving over the sand dunes like the jeep below isn’t possible anymore?
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UPDATE: Was $6000. **SOLD**
“VERY NICE 1948 CJ2A JEEP. FLATHEAD 4CYL. 3SPD.CONVERTED TO 12VOLT.NEW PAINT.TOP WHEELS AND TIRES.JEEP HAS NO RUST. ALWAYS GARAGED OR UNDER COVER… WONT FIND ONE LIKE THIS FOR THE PRICE”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500
(04/12/2011) Lots of updates to this flattie.
“You are bidding on a 1950 Willys – Overland CJ3A trail vehicle, I have completely built this rig from the ground up, it has been taken down to the frame and had the following modifications: Ranco Spring Lift, Oversize rear brakes, roll cage, fiberglass body, custom bumbers, rebuilt 4 cylinder engine ( bored, honed, pistons, rings, valves & valve seats, gaskets, cam bearings, seals, ect.), new fuel lines & tank, rebuilt T90 transmission, rebuilt Spicer 18 transfer case, 34-9.50 super swampers on black spoke rims, power steering, 8000 lb winch, lincoln locker in the rear and many other items. I am part of a local club and can fequently go places that other rigs can’t begin make it!! Hate to let it go but my son and I are looking for a couple of four wheelers:-))
Terms/Conditions: This Willys is being sold “AS IS” with no warranty written or implied. Shipping is the responsibility of the buyer although I will gladly assist with the arrangements. I have a trailer and would be willing to deliver within a 200 mile radius for the right cost.”
