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Making Shop Progress II

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UPDATE: A few more pics .. .made some more progress hanging tools and also built a way simple way to store cans of spray paint. I even cleaned everything out around the race jeep, so it won’t be too long before I can address those spacers again (that should answer your question Mark). Over the next few days I hope to complete the rolling work table (and removed the long narrow table). I’ve also ordered some LED shop lights, which have received favorable reviews on Amazon. I’m hoping them will give better light and be easier to hang than the big florescent ones I already have. I will report on those when I get them.

The tables with the paint on them are the free tables given away by the local high school. I scraped the gum and washed them up. I also painted the legs on two of the tables black, as they were pretty scratched.
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Here, I’ve started experimenting with hanging some of the tools. The wrenches on the right are standard, while the ones on the left are metric. The peg board on the left will have wood-working tools for now. We’ll have another load of dad’s (and grandpa’s) tools in a couple weeks, which will add to the boards and the tool boxes.

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The race jeep is ready to receive some attention now that it is freed from stuff.

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Originally posted August 19, 2021: In between everything else, I’ve been slowly working on my workbenches and places to hang tools, etc. One bench is about 8 ft long and the other 14 ft. They are made almost entirely out of recycled wood and reused screws. Now, I can start hanging tools and organizing the remainder into tool boxes.

My next project is a large, rolling work bench that will be the same height as the work benches. After that, I need to hang some lights over the benches to provide better light. Here’s a quick look.

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1948 Sedan Delivery Charlotte Hall, MD $29,995

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Lots of detail work on this custom build Sedan Delivery.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/837787276941969/

“1948 Willys Overland Panel Delivery 60K miles Camaro front end Chevy 327 V8 Turbo 350 Auto Trans Edelbrock intake and carb Pointless ignition High torque starter AC Power steering Power windows by Nu Vintage New poly tank and fuel lines Drop down battery box Master cut off switch Cooper Cobra GT radials with under 10k miles on them Tinted glass LED tail lights and 3rd brake light AM/FM CD Reclining bucket seats with full lean forward action for cargo access. Custom interior, paint, and details This drives like a dream. Handles wonderfully, tracks true and straight. It’s a blast to drive and to be seen in. Miles of smiles!😁😁 Am getting another done so time for this baby to go. Buyer to arrange pickup or delivery, but will work with you to get it done”

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Epic Willys Crew Making Progress ….

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UPDATE: The Crew made it to Ontario, Oregon last night. They should have some beautiful weather for the remainder of their trip. Unfortunately, the group will not have the time to swing north to our place. Having done our fair share of trips, we totally understand and wish them luck!

On another note, I finally officiated the wedding this past Saturday. It went off with only one hitch … that would be me hitching them together 🙂 … this is why I never went into comedy … so, becoming a minister and marrying someone can now be checked off my bucket list!

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Originally Post August 18th –The Epic Willys Crew (view on Facebook) has made considerable progress, reaching deep into Wyoming (last I saw). Despite several unscheduled stops (err .. breakdowns), the group has soldiered forward through temps reaching 100 degrees.

We expect they will arrive here in Prosser sometime midweek next week, so we’ve been making sure the place is ready. The small house has new floors and (hopefully, new interior paint). I’ve made progress on the shop and (again hopefully) I will have it somewhat organized by their arrival. With no heat domes forecast for next week, the weather should be warm and dry. Apart from preparations, Ann’s surgery recovery, her mother’s doc appointments, presiding over a wedding (this weekend) and unexpected dog issues have kept me from providing any eWillys updates.

Here are some pics from the Epic crew so far (in a fairly random order) …

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1953? Topeka Hi-Way Mower Missoula, MT $3500

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Steve spotted this Topeka Hi-Way Mower. It runs and plows.

https://www.facebook.com/commerce/listing/504250164003346

“Topeka Hi-Way mower with plow. Willy’s jeep frame. Continental motor.. Professionally rebuilt radiator, reupholstered seat, previous owner rebuilt the motor. Starts right up and runs smooth.”

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1948 CJ-2A “Lefty” Zionsville, IN **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $15,500.

Zach’s got his Lefty for sale. Looks ready for some cruising!

“1948 Willys Jeep CJ2A Lefty.
Original motor & trans. Runs & drives great. 12v conversion, new brake lines & rear brake assembly, rebuilt master cylinder. Comes with new covers for the seats. Mileage says around 36k, title says mileage exempt. Asking $15,500 OBO. Might trade, no projects.”

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Year? DJ-5 Airport-Baggage Jeep Spokane, WA $650

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UPDATE: Colin pointed out that this is likely a DJ-5 and not a CJ-5. Besides the points he makes in the comment, you can just make up the passenger rear rim which only has four lug nuts.

Blaine spotted this rare airport-baggage-modified DJ-5 for sale.

https://spokane.craigslist.org/pts/d/nine-mile-falls-jeep/7362095511.html

“For sale is a jeep was told it was an old military jeep not sure on what year it is was told it was a 46 But couldn’t find the year in the trim tags no title could with a bill of sale asking 650”

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French Inventor Claims He Invented The Jeep

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Sam shared this interesting historical article from Hemmings. As Daniel Stroll notes, it seems odd that the inventor, Albert-Paul Bucciali, chose to sue Willys-Overland rather than Spicer. Moreover, my argument would be that it was the transferase, and not the front pinion, that was the unique key to what became the jeep, so his lawsuit was misguided no matter who he sued.

https://www.hemmings.com/stories/2021/08/02/against-all-odds-french-inventor-albert-paul-bucciali-spend-decades-claiming-he-invented-the-willys-mb-jeep

One of the vehicles Albert-Paul constructed: The Buccali TAV8-32 …

 
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1941 Ad Published in Time Magazine – 3 Prototypes

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Mario posted this ad to Facebook. It was published September 22, 1941, in Time Magazine. It’s unique in that it shows three of the prototype jeeps .. The Bantam BRC-60, The Willys MA (2 of them), and the Ford GP. The ad was created by DeVilbiss Spray Systems of Toledo, Ohio.

https://www.facebook.com/mario.r.maipid/posts/4637446769598838

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1948 CJ-2A Salem, OR $4500

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It doesn’t run.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/501764184219230

“1948 project Jeep CJ2A Willies. Not running. The dream was to restore it and enjoy it but too much time has passed and it’s not something we can take on anymore. Hoping someone out there will appreciate it and take the project on. $4,500 OBO”

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1953 CJ-3A Pasco, WA $10,000

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This CJ-3A has a variety of updates. It includes a Bobcat fiberglass hood. You can see the front clip was extended to accommodate the longer frame.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/187630573405216

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“1953 Willys on a 1970 CJ frame. 350 small block. Lockers front and rear and trusses. Selectable front & rear. 20 gallon gas tank. This thing is bad ass and will climb a tree. It was built to wheel. It’s too much power for me to handle. Includes full soft top and set of mounted mud tires. I have a file 3″ thick on all the stuff that was done to it.”

 
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1965 FJ-6 Eugene, OR **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $15,000.

Outside looks great, but the inside isn’t as polished as I thought it would be. Still, a refurbished FJ-6 isn’t easy to find.

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“Very small very unique 1965 willys fj6 ice cream truck conversion. Truck was taken down to bare metal, roof raised 12 in, professionally primered and then wrapped. It has a Chevy 250 inline 6 with a 2-speed powerglide transmission. Although it is good for maneuvering and is street legal it is not comfortable to drive. It has a class 3 kitchen in it which includes a single basin and hand washing with hot and cold pressurized water. A 3500 watt inverter with 4 deep cell batteries so it can run off the grid. It has Bluetooth speakers and Bluetooth receiver. With a slide top freezer and a mini deep freeze. It is currently registered and licensed in Marion county as a class 3 truck. Business is not for sale just the truck. Name and logo must be removed. Would work perfectly for a shave ice vehicle, tap truck, cupcake, ice cream, hot dogs, concessions. I’m reducing my fleet to one truck, and a second brick and mortar”

 
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1953 CJ-3B Meford, OR $6850

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This has lots of updates. May be worth a look.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/335172868075186

“Corvette 327 Holley 700 Top Loader 4-speed Dana 44 rear with power lock Dana 27 front Dana 18 33×10.50 Toyo MT’s 15” turbine wheels Lots of new mechanicals Body has some rust Licensed”

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1956 CJ-6 Rupert, ID $16,500

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This is early enough that it has reversed front shackles.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/246100313571410

“1956 wills keep cj6 new paint new seats great shape runs good”

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1943 Flattie Eugene, OR **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500.

Looks off-road only.

“Sbc 400 built turbo 400 transmission”

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1951 CJ-3A Chico, CA **Status Unknown**

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UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $14,000.

Has some updates.

“For sale is this beautiful 1951 Jeep CJ3, Original go devil 80hp – 4 Cyl, brand new phillipine body, original 3 speed manual , original Dana 44rear axle and Dana 30front axel, GM power steering, disc brakes, fule cell, new leaf springs, new tires, 6500lb winch, new shocks and stabilizer, new aftermarket gages, set up for toe bar.”

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1963 DRW FC-170 Monmouth, OR $3500

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I’m not sure how many parts are included?

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/964808681024007/

“Willys FC170 DRW 4 speed project”

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1946 CJ-2A Drag Jeep Cle Elum, WA $8500

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It lacks an engine.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/223529036307712

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“(Jeep, Ford, Willys, Alcohol, SBC, TH 400, power glide, CJ, five point, Dana 60, ladder bar, straight axle, Sand Dunes, Street Racing, Fiberglass) Clear title and collector plate.

MSD 7AL-2 with two step full wiring/gauges/switch panel. Dana 60 rear end/, 6:17 gears/with spool. 2WD Wheelie bars. Full float leaf spring suspension with ladder bars.

Reverse shackle with straight axle front end. 32 x 14.5 x 15, Rear tires: staggered Super Scoops with tubes, Front tires: Desert Track, by Sand Tires Unlimited. 12 point cage, five point harnesses, suspension race seats mounted on cage, Seat covers in excellent condition. Halon full suppression (extinguisher) system. No motor. Set up for SBC on alcohol or gas, plus power glide or TH 400.”

 
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1948 Truck Kelowna, BC, Canada BaT Auction

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Sam spotted this nice looking refurbed truck, currently sitting at $5100 at Bring-a-Trailer.

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1948-jeep-1-ton-truck-model-4t-four-wheel-drive/

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“This 1948 Willys-Overland Jeep Model 4T pickup was purchased by the seller’s father in Kelowna, British Columbia, in 1948, and it was refurbished between 1999 and 2002 after the seller took possession of the truck. It was refinished in gray, and additional refurbishment work included rebuilding the 134ci inline-four, refreshing the interior with dark red vinyl upholstery, replacing the windshield and seals, and rebuilding the carburetor, radiator, front hubs, generator, and starter. Equipment includes a three-speed manual transmission paired with a Spicer transfer case, a chrome front bumper, red-finished 16″ steel wheels, and a cabin heater. This Willys Jeep truck is now offered with refurbishment records, manufacturer’s literature, and a British Columbia registration.”

 
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1951 Stainless CJ-3A Prineville, OR $10,000

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UPDATE: Still Available.

(07/12/2018) Interesting in that it has Hawaiian plates. Has some early Cutlas hubs.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/4193762177327357

“I’ll let the Pictures speak for themselves. Good story behind this Jeep
Stainless Body and Components. No Rust
Original 4 cylinder “Go Devil Engine”, and transmission. I was told it was original and research to me says it is.
3 speed transmission. Just so you know, top speed is about 45-50 mph.
Solid frame with some surface rust. Was Restored in the late 70’s early 80’s.
Some New parts on Jeep and in boxes. I bought it for the potential and don’t have time or a place to store it. But I will if I have to.”

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1946 CJ-2A Renton, WA $3900

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UPDATE: Price dropped to $3900.

(05/11/2021) Marty spotted this Flattie with a Bobcat hood.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/542556003570954

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‘ have a 46 willys jeep that I bought about 10 years ago.
Has a Chevy V8.
Has a Muncie M20 4 speed transmission.
It runs and drives however the brakes need some work so will need to be trailer home.
Has a fiberglass hood on it now but also come with the stock hood and windshield that has the willys imprinted on it.
I stripped all the bondo off when I bought it and epoxy primer it.
Title in hand.
Cash only no trades!
$4500″

 
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1947 CJ-2A Colton, WA $4000

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UPDATE: Price dropped to $4000.

(03/02/2021) This probably has Ford Top Loader 4-speed.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/776236313015536

“1947 CJ2A with 289 4 speed trans. Engine runs and things shift like they are supposed to. With cab, seats are not original nor are they bolted down clean title not currently licensed. OBO I can send specific pictures if needed.”

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2021 Heritage New Jersey Jeep Invasion September 18th

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Kyle let me know about Heritage New Jersey’s first Jeep invasion for pre-1986 jeeps. Learn more at the event’s website: https://www.njjpinvasion.com/heritagenjjpinvasion

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1960 Willys Motors Mailer Brochures

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This photo shows the full set of 18 Willys Motors Mailer Tri-Fold Brochures for the year 1960. I have most, but not all of them. I did not expect that these would sell for $160 on eBay late last week!

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1946 CJ-2A Wheat Ridge, CO $1000

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This is an unusual build with a tilt hood and raised gauge panel.

https://denver.craigslist.org/pts/d/wheat-ridge-1946-willys-jeep/7357633012.html

“I’m not certain on the year of this Willys. This was purchased at a Estate sale and has NO TITLE, just a bill of sale.
Would make a great off road crawler. Was set up for a small block Chevy. One piece lift off front end. Custom dash.
A few misc. parts come with it, windshield frame, tailgate, some driveshafts and such. What you see is what I have.
Has original axles under it. Newer steering box. This could be a cool crawler.
Has a nice set of 33×12.50 tires on it.
May part out if I get enough interest in parts.”

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1948 CJ-2A Leadville, CO **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.

This has some mods.

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“1948 Willy’s jeep has a Studebaker 170 hp flathead six and a Warn overdrive with a Saginaw steering box.
Runs, drives and stops. Original gas tank under the seat was rusted out has a 15 gallon aluminum tank in bed extender.
Clean title in my name.
Maybe trade for a good running 4wheeler 550 or bigger or an old ironhead or whatever.”