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1952 Wagon Yucca Valley, CA **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: Willys Wagons • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE:  **SOLD**  Was $8300.

(09/29/2012) This looks in good shape.

“We were asking $10,000 o.b.o., new price is $8,300 o.b.o.
350 Chevy engine, V8, 350 automatic.”

 
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Testing a few thing

• CATEGORIES: News This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

I plan to do some updates later tonight.  Right now, I’m trying a few different ways of logging in and registering.  So, the registration might appear and disappear.

 
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A Dana 20 PTO?

• CATEGORIES: Transfer Cases This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Brian asked if I recognized this. I didn’t. After a few strokes of the keyboard, I discovered it might be a Ramsey PTO for a Dana 20 (http://www.jeeptech.com/winch/d20pto.html). Is it a Ramsey or something else?

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Operation Switcheroo … 3

• CATEGORIES: News This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: Hmm … it turns out my default eWillys WP theme was causing some issues. That might just have been the source of a couple problems. Or, I’m just playing whack a mole …. anyhow, I’ll leave up this theme until I fix the other one.

We aren’t too far away (Monday or Tuesday) from being up and running again on a newer, much faster server.  So, why the big delay?

1) SPAM/BOT Traffic: I have reading through log files.  The spam bots/spiders are hitting the site with enough frequency that it is slowing down the site to a crawl (or using up all webhost resources altogether).  I have tried numerous strategies to reduce the strain of these on the webhost, which has helped, but not cured the resource use problem.  Even the back end, which I use to do updates, etc, is nearly unusable due to the busy server.

2) COMMENT SPAM: The amount of comment spam has dramatically increased.  Look at this chart.  It shows approx 3000 spam comments (automated comments that are junk) in September 2012.  By December that number had increased ten fold to 30,000 spam comments.  While there are defenses in place to deal with that, I suspect that is helping cause resource problems as well.

3) SERVER HOSTS: Like Goldilocks, I tried a couple different server hosts (experiences described in posts below). One proved too frustrating, one proved too limiting.  For the third try, I’ve turned to the McDonagh Brothers, web hosts and developers who, as lovers of jeeps, have a bit of self interest in seeing the site succeed.  We should be up and going monday or tuesday.

In the meantime, I’m using Facebook to provide some contact and updates: http://www.facebook.com/pages/EWillys/304123822973935

 
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1949 Truck Brockway, PA $9,000

• CATEGORIES: Willys Trucks • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: Still Available

“I have decided to sell my 49 Willys pickup before winter arrives. This little two wheel drive is quite rare and came from Arkansas fairly rust free. We stripped everything down to the frame but did not take the cab off the frame (didn’t have to) and chassis saved the frame. All the mechanicals gone over, new brakes, recored rad, relined gas tank, rebuilt carb and lots of new chrome (front and rear bumper and hood spear ) All new glass from local glass shop and all new rubber for all windows and seals. We pulled the engine (painted head and block) and installed new rings and did lap job on valves. Purrs like a kitten now !!! New clutch and pressure plate with throw out bearing at same time. The king pins and front I beam are great and goes down the road straight as a pin. Brand new 16 inch tires also. Real sharp, professional paint job a couple months ago cost me almost $5000 alone. Professionally recovered original seat also. New aftermarket gauges. We had to put some patches on both floors but were only pin holes to start. Seam sealed patches also. There is very little bondo on this truck !!!!!! There was no rot !!!! Floor start, Interior is all original with the stock door panels, etc. New door handles I could go on and on with all that has been done to this truck. Serious inquires only please, as this is one sharp little truck. It has the three speed on the floor (rare as most were on the column ) I have the original title but not back in my name (haven’t sent in yet) Have another antique plate and title also If interested please email me or you can call me 814-328-2879 This truck and bed and side steps, etc, etc is totally rust free and should not be driven in the winter months. It is THAT nice. It has not been out in the rain since I got it done It’s not perfect, but for someone that really wanted to take it to the next level, you will not find a nicer 49 There is no e-brake hooked up and the heater is not in it (have a nice one to put in that has been recored Please, only serious buyers that really love willys pickups I don’t have internet where I live and have to go to the local library so calling is the best way to reach me thanks.

Please contact Gary at:

814-328-2879

Editors Note: Gary’s no stranger to JeepTruck.com you can read about his other Willy’s Trucks we Featured in these articles:

Gary Collins 51 Willys Truck
Gary Collins amazing 48 flat nose Willys

http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/4262144359.html

 
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Crazy Jeep Train & Comic

• CATEGORIES: Comics, Features • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Taking pity on Mark’s withdrawals, I spotted this link that I never posted about Fred Kay’s Crazy Railroad.  Lots of jeeps on rails.

http://www.victorhornetcomics.co.uk/fredkayrly.html

Meanwhile, I’m going through and deleting old posts to reduce the site’s overhead while I move it over.

 
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Operation Switcherooo 2 … in process

• CATEGORIES: News This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: As part of switcherooo 2 I have decided to do some house cleaning.  Until I make the switch, you can still comment on posts, but you won’t be able to login (there were thousands of spam-created users). 

Imagine you have a mechanic that tells you your jeep is tired and worn.  He tells you that it isn’t safe to run at highway speeds. You tell him that you have to drive it at highway speeds to get to work and make money. He says that your jeep can’t do it and you need to upgrade.

Fine, you say.  If I have to ….

He points out some different places you can get a new jeep. However, there’s a catch, he says.  The new jeeps are 5 to 10 times more expensive a month to operate than your current jeep. Of course, you’ve figured as much. But, since you are paying more, you expect you’ll get the features you already have plus some extras, right?

Oh, so naive . . .

As you shop around, you find promise after promise of better features, more speed, great service, easy to use steering wheel, custom body styles and more. It’s like a street in Tijuana with signs, promises, cajoling, and more, as the shop keeps attempt to get you inside.

After walking up and down a street of dealers peddling their jeeps, you spot a dealer who will only charge five times what you currently pay per month.  This particularly dealer, we’ll call him VPS.net, was recommended by your mechanic. VPS.net promises you’ll have so much speed, you can break clear of the Earth’s atmosphere, visit the moon, see the stars, and return in a flash.

Wow.  You get the highways, stars and a moon to boot?  This sounds perfect!  I mean, I don’t mind paying more if I am getting more for my money.

But wait. What is the catch? No catch really, says Mr. VPS.net. You even get to choose the engine you want — Ford, Chevy, BMW, Jeep — We support all the different engines. We walk you through the process of installing them. So easy! We even have lots of happy customers.

You look up the customers online. Yes, they seem happy. One even has a smiling avatar. Wow!  Ok, sign me up.

So, you pay them, decide on a jeep, and pick your engine . You are ready to go. But before you leave the lot, you have to build the engine.  That’s how they save you so much money over the other dealers.  OK, fine. You’ve built an engine before, so you can do it again. But, wow, these engines are getting ever more complicated. After looking through the different engines, you find an engine expert online who recommends a Ford engine when buying a VPS.  Then, you build the engine, fasten the seat belt and  reach down for the transmission to shift it into drive.  Wait, what happened to the gear shift? hmmm . . .

Fortunately, your new jeep dealer was so excited to have you aboard, they have already sent you an email. They say if you need anything, just let us know. So, you respond. You write that you do need some help.  There is a transmission missing. You wait for a response.

But all you hear is crickets, nothing but crickets for two days.

But, that’s ok, because you have been working to install the two transmissions they offered. One was free.  We’ll call that the Chinese transmission. The other was extra. We’ll call that the Russian transmission. You, being cheap, decide to try the free one. After spending several hours trying to install the Chinese transmission, you happen run across a disclaimer on a Chinese website that claims they no longer support Ford Engines.

Well DAMN you say.  With I had known that before I tried to make that tranny work. Fine, I’ll pay extra for the Russian transmission.  However, before you get the transmission out of the box, you see another disclaimer that the Russian transmission doesn’t work at all with the Ford engine.

That’s when you realize, to run the transmission, you will have to completely remove the engine, pick another, and spend/waste a bunch more time trying to make it work.

Yes, that was my day yesterday with my new webhost, or shall I say former webhost. I am now working with a new host that specializes in WordPress sites. I have to say that I am stunned at the lack of graceful and reasonable upgrade paths from a shared hosting environment to a mid-tier hosting environment.

 
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Tuesday at Noon (PST) Operation Switcheroo begins

• CATEGORIES: News This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

At noon Tuesday I plan to switch to my new server.  If everything goes smoothly, you’ll barely notice any differences.  If, it doesn’t go smoothly, you’ll notice that.

The most difficult issue may be email.  If you need to contact me after Noon my time on monday you can use my d@deilers.com email.  It might not be until Tuesday evening or Wednesday morning for the interwebnetether thingy to direct traffic correctly.

As you can see below, I have a plan all worked out … what could go wrong?

BTW … only a few updates tonight. I had the craziest little spasm in it.  My wife cave me a back relaxer early this morning, after which my cognitive functions rapidly declined for most of the day.  The spasm is gone now, and my brain seems to be functioning better. Note to self … no more muscle relaxers!

photo posted on post-gazette.com

 
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Feb 1948 Home Craft Magazine Wood Topped Jeep

• CATEGORIES: Features, Magazine, Wood bodies • TAGS: This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

I spotted the cover of the February 1948 issue of Home Craft Magazine here.  I’d like to find an issue to more closely examine the article and the plans.  I haven’t found an issue for sale yet.

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Vintage Korean War Photo of M-38A1

• CATEGORIES: M-38A1, Old Images This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

John spotted this one. The seller notes this jeep was hit by a projectile. Maybe there is more information on the backside of photo? It certainly got hit with something.

“from estate of US MP who was stationed in Japan and Korea during the 1950’s – winning bidder pays 2.00 postage – Pay Pal preferred, payment within three days of auction’s close – Thanks for looking, Lee”

View all the information on eBay

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1945 MB Petoskey, MI **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: MB • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: Was $6000. **SOLD**

(12/14/2013) Don’t usually see a diamond plate bumper on these.

“1945 Jeep Willy’s Military Jeep.”

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Craig’s Pic of the Week: Winter Time

• CATEGORIES: Craigs Pic of the Week, Features This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

This pic seemed appropriate given dark and snowy weather around me. Craig says this was in the June 1957 issue of Willys News.

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Jeep Sling from the 881st Ordnance

• CATEGORIES: Artists/Drawings, Features, Magazine, Ordnance - Remanufactureing This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

I spotted this article about slinging a jeep on LoanSentry.com.  Apparently, during WW2 the folks in the 881st Ordnance were slinging plenty of jeeps, enough that they created a system for it and published the results in

You can view a variety of the ordnance documents at vmpa.ordnanacereproductions.com. It looks like a cool resource.

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1970s Van Go FJ Model on eBay

• CATEGORIES: Features, Models This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Craig spotted this unusual model. This has got to be rare.

“Up for bid is a mini lindy Gypsy Van new and factory sealed.”

View all the information on eBay

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1950 Wagon Traverse City, MI **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: Willys Wagons • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay

“This 50 Willys is an excellent example of an unrestored, well cared for vintage car. I have just replaced the master cylinder and wheel cylinders, so it stops great. This car is all original and runs great with the 4 cyl standard shift. Wide Whites make this car look great. The hood has been painted at some point, but matches quite well. I guessed at the milage, I will have to take a look.

Good old original Willys – Great shape considering the age. This is a rare find in this original condition. Excellent for a frame up restoration, if that is what you want to do. I like em old and patina’d. The hood looks to have been painted at some point, other than that, just well kept old car. Everyone loves a station wagon, I get compliments on it always. The price is obviously negotiable. Make me an offer ! The Willys does have a new master cylinder and wheel cylinders since I purchased it. Runs, drives and now stops very well. Make me an offer, you never know.
Video of when the car was at the dealer I bought it from. Go to youtube.com and search for 1533 50 willys final”

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1946 CJ-2A Gardnerville, NV **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: CJ-2A • TAGS: This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE:  **SOLD** Was $7700

“Hello this jeep runs perfect. Everything works. Oldsmobile 225 oddfire V6. 4 speed, warn overdrive, power steering, disc brakes, front lockers, duel exhust, two fuel tanks, Heater, wipers, welder in engine compartment, hubs, winch, rear seat with tool box, nice tires and rims, camping rack, tow bar, towing receiver, cb, safty brake button on shift lever, I have erverything to do a major rebuild on the engine. I was going to do it 25 years ago but the jeep keeps purring! It does have a top with doors. I also have a new top in box. no doors. Shown with bikini top. There is a tear in both seats in the seems and a dent in the rear where a toung from a trailer his it.

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1947 CJ-2A Brigantine, NJ eBay

• CATEGORIES: CJ-2A • TAGS: This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

This is a militarized CJ-2A.  Note the title is still in the name of the previous owner, though it has been signed by the previous seller.

“LL STEEL TUB AND COWLING.UNDERCARRAIGE/FRAME IS GOOD-ORIGINAL,65 YRS OLD..FRONT FLOORS HAVE BEEN REPLACED/REPAIRED WITH HEAVY METAL/WELDS/RIVETS BODY FILLER/BONDO.REMOVABLE TOP,AND FOLD DOWN WINDSHIELD UNIT. NEW :TIRES,WINDSHIELD GLASS,TOP,SEAT PADS & COVERS,BODY HANDLES,STEERING WHEEL COVER,FLOOR MATS,DOOR STRAPS,SIDE MIRROR,RED LIGHT,TAIL LIGHTS, HEADLIGHTS,SHOVEL &AXE.

*NAVY SEABEE-MADE :CANVAS TOP,METAL BOWS,REAR BENCH SEAT,ALL SEAT COVERS & HEADLIGHT GUARDS. . . More info ebay”

View all the information on eBay

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Flatfender Goldendale, WA eBay

• CATEGORIES: M-38 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

The engine was installed, but hasn’t been started.

” This is my pride and joy for the past couple of years and now am ready to let someone else finish and enjoy. Its a older replacement m38 md Juan tub on a 1962 jeep cj frame and springs. The tub is in good shape with absolutely no rust. It is bare metal throughout and needs paint and possibly some body work depending on what you want to end up. There is a large dent in the cowl but I have a tub with a good section for this repair. The windshield frame is rust free but the tube arms have been removed and flat steel welded in. Its functional but not stock. I have a new windshield gasket and locking strip but no glass. It has newer lift springs with new shackles and bushings. There are fabricated u bolt skid plates installed. The frame has been blasted and powder coated an orange color/light red. It has also been strapped top and bottom and on the sides. This is as bullet proof as a stock frame gets. I installed a rear tank with a new fill hose. It has a disc brake dana 30 front end out of an 1983 jeep cj5. The rear is a 19 spline dana 44 that has had all new bearings and seals. The tires are 33×12.50×15 that are roughly half and the wheels are brand new 15×8 black cragars. The transmission is a t90 and the transfer case is a dana 18 twin stick both of which I rebuilt myself. The seats are out of a newer honda and in decent shape with minor wear on the back. I installed hanging pedals and a tilt column as well. I had the column totally gone through so no slop and it operates like it should. The master cylinder, clutch master and the clutch slave are all brand new. The front calipers and pads are new. It has all new brake lines run and functioning. The engine is a 140 3.0 mercruiser that has been totally rebuilt and never fired. I added power steering and a hei distributor. The carburetor is brand new as well. I have a receipt from the shop that tore the engine down and inspected everything before I installed it.”

View all the information on eBay

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1953 CJ-3B Twin Lake, MI **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: CJ-3B • TAGS: This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: Was $850. **SOLD**

This used to be an airport jeep.

“Originally owned by Kent County Airport.
Needs complete restoration – Great winter project!
Also, 43″ Willys flathead 4 cyl complete motor rebuild w/transmission and transfer case.”

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1946 CJ-2A Blue Ridge, TX $1900

• CATEGORIES: CJ-2A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

This has the separate data tags.

“This jeep is a classic
It runs but needs the carb rebuilt
The body is not rusted but is not in perfect shape
Drives great 4×4 works I have the title this was one of my projects but my other project needs funds so unfortunately i need to find this toy a new home call and I can tell you more about it
3162005006”

http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/cto/3559820223.html

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Year? M-38 Gunter, TX $2000

• CATEGORIES: CJ-2A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

This runs, but smokes. It is listed as a  1948, but appears to be a M-38.

“1948 jeep
I have a complete enclosed soft top
Motors runs but smokes — need rings or valve guides 903-327-4642”

http://texoma.craigslist.org/cto/3558099409.html

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2 Trucks Humboldt, CA $2000 (for both)

• CATEGORIES: Willys Trucks • TAGS: This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Neither looks too bad.

“1946 Willys Jeep pickup, restorable. Ford US motor – complete.

1956 Willys Jeep pickup with a flathead 6 complete.

$1200 each or $2000 for both.
Call 707-786-9637”

http://humboldt.craigslist.org/cto/3559727404.html

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1964 CJ-3B New Hampshire $8,700

• CATEGORIES: CJ-3B • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE:  Price dropped to $8700.

(04/15/2012) This looks solid.

“1964 WILLYS JEEP NEW TUBE, NEW TIRES , NEW KLINE TOP, RUNS AND DRIVES NICE TAKE IT ANYWERE , IT ALSO HAS OVER DRIVE, (978) 828-3114”

http://boston.craigslist.org/nwb/cto/3559935789.html

 
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1961 CJ-5 Buena, CO **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: CJ5 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $350

No engine, but the price is cheap.  Hood and fenders are off.

“1961Willys CJ-5 No engine , no title. Body in very good condition. No rust. Hood and fenders are currently off. Price of $350 does not include them. $500 with hood and fenders.”

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1948 CJ-2A Brigantine, NJ eBay

• CATEGORIES: CJ-2A • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE:  Still Available

(01/12/2013) Here’s another militarized CJ-2A from Brigantine.

“ENGINE:
ORIGINAL 4 CYLINDER WILLYS FLAT , GREAT RUNNING-12 VOLT CONVERSION.STARTS,RUNS,SHIFTS & STOPS . NO KNOCKS,TAPS,SMOKE OR RATTLES.FRESH OIL CHANGE.ALL GEAR/REARS OIL CHANGED.HAS DUALMATIC LEVER-LOCKOUT HUBS.SMOOTH,STRAIGHT,AWESOME RIDING JEEP! TRUE MILAGE UNKNOWN (NEARLY 65 YO).

*NAVY SEABEE-MADE :CANVAS SHADE TOP & FOWL WEATHER TOP,METAL BOWS,REAR BENCH SEAT,& HEADLIGHT GUARDS.

GEAR SHOWN:GAS CAN,SHOVEL,AXE,TOW ROPE,SOFT TOOL BAG,SOFT GEAR BAG,AMMO CAN,FIRST AID BOX,RIFLE BAG(W/M1 WOOD STOCK), ALL INCLUDED.BLACKOUT LIGHT IS NOT WIRED,UNKNOWN IF OPERABLE.WORKING HEADLIGHTS,TAIL LIGHTS AND BRAKE LIGHTS.HORN IS NOT WIRED BUT SOUNDS(LOUD) W/VOLTAGE.GAUGES & SPEEDOMETER WORK .FLAT SPARE W GOOD RIM . TOW BAR & ADDITIONAL TOP INCLUDED.

ALL STEEL TUB AND COWLING.UNDERCARRAIGE/FRAME IS GOOD-ORIGINAL,65 YRS OLD..FRONT FLOORS HAVE BEEN REPLACED/REPAIRED WITH HEAVY METAL/WELDS/RIVETS BODY FILLER/BONDO.REMOVABLE TOP,AND FOLD DOWN WINDSHIELD UNIT. NEW TIRES,BODY HANDLES,STEERING WHEEL COVER,HEADLIGHTS,FLOOR MATS,& DOOR STRAPS.

CLEAN/CLEAR NEW JERSEY TITLE IN MY NAME. VIN TAG,BODY TAG,& TITLE ALL MATCH. THIS IS NOT A “BARRETT-JACKSON” , “FRAME OFF” RESTORATION,”FULLY RESTORED” JEEP, IT IS A VERY NICE,MOSTLY- REFURBISHED,CJ2A MODEL THAT HAS BEEN FINISHED TO RESEMBLE A U.S. ARMY MILITARY JEEP.RUNS REALLY WELL AND IS FUN TO DRIVE.HAS A NICE RUNNING ENGINE,STEERS,SHIFTS AND STOPS FINE.”

View all the information on eBay

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