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Craig’s CJ-3B “The Mutt” and FlatFender Willys

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Craig’s CJ-3B has been a regular visitor at Sam’s Flatfender Willys shop in Arvada, Colorado, where Craig has allowed Sam to experiment and update his jeep in a variety of ways.

Sam’s not some  shade-tree jeep mechanic; instead, he brings 45 years of experience owning, running and working in hotrod shops in California. One of the early projects he worked on was the famous Munster Mobile.  Sam tried retiring, but that didn’t work for him, so when he moved to Colorado years ago he started buying jeeps for himself and rebuilding others.

It doesn’t take long when talking with Sam until you realize that he has a lot of ideas, and they all seem to be good ones. So, I am not too surprised that folks in the Colorado area keep him plenty busy restoring, updating and servicing their old jeeps. If you want to contact Sam and talk with him about your jeep, you can email him at flatfenderwillys@comcast.net or call him at 720-841-0614.  His shop rates are very reasonable.

As I mentioned, Sam has done a variety of changes to Craig’s jeep, including a rack and pinion system, an emergency brake, a lift, and a complete rewire.  This time Sam volunteered to give Craig an inexpensive floor pan a rebuild.

Here are the old pics:

In the image below the arrow points to a rubber line.  Replacing that was a priority for Sam.

Front floor removed and replaced . Dark Brown is new floor and black is removable two piece front and rear panels for access to transmission. NOTE: the arrow points to the new STEEL fuel line.

A shot of the complete Mutt.  When it came time to paint it, Sam was ready, but Craig wasn’t.  He said he wanted it to look like a Mutt, so he is keeping the mismatched colors like they are for now.

Here is the trailer that Sam built for the Mutt.  There are more images of the trailer here.

 
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1947 CJ-2A Morgan Hill, Ca **SOLD**

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UPDATE:  Was listed at $850. **SOLD**

It might not take much to get this running.  It could be a good price.

“1947 CJ2A Jeep, ran when parked 10 years ago. All stock motor and runing gear.”

 
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Year? CJ-2A Stockton, Ca $1200

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Unclear if it runs.  It might have full floating rear axles.

“1942 Willy’s Jeep good project $ 1200.00 OBO call JR (209) 329-5167”

http://stockton.craigslist.org/cto/2843965125.html

 
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1946 VEC CJ-2A Goodlettsville, Tn **SOLD**

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UPDATE:  **SOLD**  Was priced at $4000

This looks like a good price.

“Very rare 1946 Willys CJ2A with factory column shift transmission not many made, not many left. New engine, transmission, transfer case, rear deferential. New brakes, lines, hoses, gas tank, etc…. 55mph not a problem but its been babied and stored inside. Selling below whats in it so I can get something different.”

 
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Rear PTO Ukiah, Ca eBay

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I’m sure this will be popular.

“This is only the Willys rear PTO gear box for sale, not the Willys CJ3b.  No broken ears , turns smooth, breather tube is banged up as shown in last picture. Please ask if you have any questions, It has the numbers 640504 w on it”

http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=280819789551+&item=280819789551&lgeo=1&vectorid=229466

 
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Howe FireTruck Article in Collectible Automobile Magazine eBay

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This might be a good article. I tried to find the article online, but didn’t have any luck.

“This is an original magazine article carefully removed from COLLECTIBLE AUTOMOBILE magazine. This is a high quality production with high quality paper, without advertising. If you are familiar with this magazine, then you know its quality is considered the best in the industry. This is a 3, 4 or 5 page article under the heading of Collectible Commercial Vehicles.

To determine the approximate length of the article, look at the above photo. If you see 2 sheets it is probably 3 pages long. If you see 3 sheets, it will be probably be 4 pages or maybe 5 pages, and so forth..”

http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200710988694+&item=200710988694&lgeo=1&vectorid=229466

 
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Paper Jeeps Maquettes-Papier

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After the papercraft jeep post, I stumpled upon a french website called maquettes-papier that had several different paper jeeps.  Unfortunately, my French is a little weak.  I believe the jeep below was built from some plans and the jeep below that was custom made.

http://www.maquettes-papier.net/forumenpapier/topic3660.html

The SAS Jeep: http://www.maquettes-papier.net/forumenpapier/topic2525-30.html

More SAS jeep images here:
http://www.maquettes-papier.net/forumenpapier/topic4478-105.html#p93275

Additional Models of paper Military Vehicles can be found here:
http://www.maquettes-papier.net/forumenpapier/topic6555-15.html#p65323 

 
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1947 CJ-2A @ Sellajeep.com

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This looks solid, though the engine doesn’t appear as if it has been through a recent ‘full restoration’.

“1947 Willys cj2a civilian, full resto all stock original, overdrive, new military rims and tires, new clutch and seals in trans, bikini top and backseat, more desirable brakes and carb from 51, runs and drives like new, easily cruises at 60mph (overdrive).   $16,500   (530)217-9316”

http://www.sellajeep.com/sale/ads366/ads366.html

 
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3 CJ-2As Canosia Township, Mi **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000

The two 1948 jeeps run and drive ok.  This might be worth a look.

“FOR SALE- JEEP COLLECTORS JACKPOT:

1) 1948 cj2a Willys jeep with stock running gear, body and clean title. It starts, runs ok, and drives but needs some TLC (been stored for 20 years). The body is in good shape.

2) 1948 cj2a Willys jeep with stock running gear and clean title. Starts, runs, drives but also needs some TLC. The body tub has been redone in diamond plate. Needs front fenders.

3) 1946 cj2a Willys jeep with no title.(lost it in the fire and it was never in my name) Stock axles, transmission, and transfer case. It has a Buick 231 3.8L v6, 2 1/2″ suspension lift, 2″ body lift, and 36×12.50 tires on 15″ aluminum wheels. Body is really nice, jeep is not finished and hasn’t been run for a long time. I have the stock engine and I built the jeep so it could go back to stock.(no hacking) I also custom built power steering in it.

ALSO- a complete rolling chassis, extra transmissions, transfer cases, axles, and misc. parts.”

 
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1946 CJ-2A Mcallen, TX **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was No Price.

This has a rear PTO.  It runs and drives great, but the rear body panels have been modified.

“This is a rare find. A Jeep Willys with a half cab and PTO. Great for a small farm or hunting lease. Jeep is solid and reliable. Runs and drives great. Please contact me with your offers.”

 
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1946 CJ-2A Thorp, Wa $1500

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This needs a motor and perhaps a few other things, too.

“1946 Willys CJ2A, no motor but other than that its complete, its got brand new LT235/75R15 RADIAL RVT WILD COUNTRY on nice chrome wheels, new brake master cylinder and wheel cylinders have been replaced with brand new ones. The body is in decent shape with diamond plate rocker panels and rear corner panels. Windshield is in good shape no cracks. Bought it for a project but dont have the time.

Please contact for more information. NO EMAILS OR SPAM
THANKS 509-899-1624”

http://yakima.craigslist.org/cto/2839953895.html

 
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Many Willys Parts Wrentham, Ma $5500

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The seller has many parts.

“World War II Willys Jeep Parts
Includes: Motor, Axles. Suspension, Gauges, Electronics and MUCH MORE!
Mostly 1945 Original – Some Reproductions
Many Rare Parts
Don’t Have The Time For A The Project Any Longer Nor Do I have The Space to Store It. Everything Must Go!
MANY MORE PARTS THAN PICTURED
$5500 Or Best Offer
Call, Email or Text Steve (508) 320-8299”

http://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/pts/2840630882.html

 
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1957 FC-150 Haines, OR **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000.

This will need some work, but the driver’s side cab looks pretty good.

“well, its a 57 jeep forward control 150, its the first year they made em, iv had this for a couple of years now, was going to be a project but i never got around to it, and now im moving to the city where i cannot have it. the guy i got from had just rebuilt the t-90 transmission and never put it back in and neither did i. its been converted over from the inline four it came with to a small block chevy v8, its a 265 cubic inch small block thats suposedly out of a 55 bel air. but iv never looked up the numbers to verify. the transmission has the adapter to fit the chevy bellhousing so it should bolt right up, i just never got around to it. iv not had to motor running but the guy i got it from said it ran when he started rebuilding the transmission and i know its not seized up. the tires that are on it are ruined from weather cracking, they look good in the pic but trust me theyre not. that pretty much sums it up. im asking $1000 obo”

 
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Willys Jeep Parts Lewiston, Id

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No pics provided.

“Rear-Ends, Transmissions, Pto Wench, F-Head Engine Ext.
Nego. Part Prices
1(208)746-7031 Shane”

 http://pullman.craigslist.org/pts/2841533534.html

 
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Two Rare 4 Door Willys Wagons for Sale

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I visited Dave’s website, Willys Country, the other day and saw he had two of the very rare 4 door Willy’s Wagons for sale.  Click here and scroll down to the bottom of the page.

 
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1946 CJ-2A Denville, NJ **SOLD**

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UPDATE:  This appears to have been sold.  Was priced at $3200.

This looks pretty solid.

“Runs great!!!! Needs body work, but in pretty good shape for year. Has Title”

 
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1956 Wagon Shawnee, OK **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $12,500.

Looks nice.

“1956 Willys, V8 350, automatic transmission, Chevrolet S10 frame, 2″ drop spindles, ps, pb, tilt, h&a. New carpet & pad for front. Wood in bed is perfect but needs to be sanded and refinished. Steel in bed needs to be painted or carpeted then wood reinstalled. All glass is good, seats are reupholstered and are out of a Mustang. This is a great driver and a blast to drive. A little over 16k invested, asking 12.5k.”

 
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1949 CJ-3A Barnhart, Mo $3700

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Does this jeep come with seats?

“This is a nice 1949 Willys CJ3A with original clear title. Starts & runs great. Brand-new Bridgestone Dueler MT Tires. There was outdoor carpeting glued into tub of jeep, I pulled it out so you can see the condition of the floor/footwells. In addition to the ’49 CJ3A, I have a lot of spare parts that go with this jeep. Included are: A completely rebuilt T-90 Transmission and Transfer Case. Rear axle with new brake lines, drums and shoes. Spare hood, grille and wheels and tires. Also a full set of gauges, carb & manifold and various other engine/body parts.

Thanks for looking, please call or text 636-448-4020. Serious inquires only.”

http://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/2841763119.html

 
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1952 M-38A1 Frame Bakerstown, Pa $475

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This might save some time on a restoration.

“PRICE REDUCED! MUST MOVE! Frame was sandblasted and painted. Has 4 new springs (military wrap) and shocks. Daystar heavy-duty greaseable shackels. Dana 25 front/44 rear (two-piece axle). Also an advanced adapters muncie 4-speed to Dana Spicer 18 or 20 T-case. Perfect for GM V8 swap. $475 for all (adapter alone retails for over $550)”

http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/pts/2842002734.html

 
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1949 CJ-2A/MB Holyoke, Ma $1200

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There looks like some value here.

“1949 CJ2A with military body, Title, Needs engine rebuild 413 535 8311”

http://westernmass.craigslist.org/cto/2841914827.html

 
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1949 CJ-3A Woodland, Ca $2800

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UPDATE:  Price dropped to $2800

(09/03/2011) This appears to be a pretty good conversion, though it is only 2wd.

“1949 Willys Jeep with Toyota running gear, 2WD, 4 cylinder toyota motor, 5 speed, carberated, runs and drives excellent, New brakes and Clutch, dependable, good on gas! 530-908-2077”

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/2826928454.html

 

 
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1948 CJ-2A Denver, CO **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000

(09/11/2011) It looks pretty original.

“1948 willys CJ2A. Runs great!!! Pretty much all original except seats. Snow plow and tow bar.”

 
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Photos from Wade

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Wade shared these two photos with me yesterday.  He writes, “We were walking a site in Mission Hills of San Diego and saw this jeep at the end of a cul-du-sac in an older house’s driveway.  Also is a shot of my nephew and their jeep.  Thought it was just a good jeep shot.”

Here is his nephew and their nice looking flattie.

And this is just sad, even for a DJ . . .

 

 
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Willys Hubcap Thread

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HOG spotted a great Willys hubcap thread over at the International Full Size Jeep Association Forum.

http://www.ifsja.org/forums/vb/showthread.php?t=106352

 
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1960 CJ-3B Howell, MI **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $500.

For $500 there might be some value here.

“We have a 1960 Willys Jeep CJ-3B. Needs new tub, which I had plans to do but never got around to. This has the much desired F-Head engine. Husband says the underside is in wonderful condition. Hood embossed with the Willys logo. It has been stored in the old barn for years. Not currently running. This one is priced to sell, it’s worth this price in parts alone!”