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UPDATE:**SOLD** Was $300
This appears to be a good price.
“I have a Ramsey PTO Winch that came off of a 60’s Willys CJ-5. Its in good shape and all parts are there: winch, control box that bolts to transfer case, fairlead, and the driveshaft. The labels are hard to see in the pictures: The one on the control box says – PT1-J;The one on the winch says – Model # 1200-R (I think), Capacity 8000lb, and the Serial # (hard to make out). Looking to get $300 dollars for it”
If wiring the lights is all that’s left, then this might be a pretty good price. The body appears to be a replacement body, so it’s likely in very good shape.
“1971 frame and running gear, new u joints,radiator rebuilt ,,new distributer,,cap,rotor,wires ,3 speed, lock out Warner hubs..power steering.new leaf springs,headers,bikini top.windshield folds down,,good body on the 1952 Willys,,this jeep starts and runs strong,,,it needs the lights wired up the harness is there,, Pete 970 222 2814 2 -5 gallon gas cans on rack in the back”
http://fortcollins.craigslist.org/cto/1699550026.html
I can’t tell much from the pics.
“1947 Willys Jeep runs good have title 2750.00 or possible trade”
http://easttexas.craigslist.org/cto/1700346549.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2300
I’m guessing it doesn’t run at the moment?
“For Sale a 1943 MB Willy Jeep this is unrestored but has all the parts, except combat rims. I just dont have time to get to it and would like to see it go to a good home.”
It’s an unusual roll cage. I like the ‘hot rod’ head cover.
“JEEP WILLYS 1945 RUNS AND DRIVE GOOD.”
UPDATE: Thanks to Craig for updating on the sale of this Truck. It sold for $5200.
Here’s a beautiful truck.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
“This is a very rare WWII 1947 Willys. I put jeep in the title for locating purposes only. IT IS NOT A JEEP MANUFACTURED VEHICLE. It is a 1947 WWII willys, with original engine and drivetrain. The body was hand built by skilled craftsmen in 1974 in the philippine islands. It has a complete stainless steel body. The engine was rebuilt about 3-4 years ago by an ASE certified mechanic. It runs and drives like new and has no problems that I am aware of. It has been used mostly in shrine parades and ridding the grandchildren around on the farm. It has been stored in a climate controlled shop most of its life. It naturally has no rust anywhere on it. The tires are very old and do have signs of dry rot, but have excellent tread and if not going on a long trip, should be fine for several more years. I have heard that several were built in the 70’s, but I wouldn’t think that very many are still around. The vehicle comes with a full enclosure and as far as I can tell all the snaps and attachments are in good working order. The vehicle has never been wrecked or disassembled whatsoever. The miles showing on the speedometer are true and correct. There are no dents that I have seen at all. There are some very lite wear scratches in the stainless body from getting in and out or wiping dust off without the proper cloth. Again these are very lite and would probably not be noticed, but I did want to mention them.”
So, you have an extra $100,000 and 3000 hours. What do you with yourself? Randy Grubb decided he’d build a Hot Rod out of a long haul truck. Popular Science magazine highlights Randy’s efforts. Though it has nothing to do with jeeps, I thought it was worth mentioning.
What I really liked was the before and after pics. In the before pic, you can see how he arranged the parts so he could visualize what he was building. Any of us who have done projects like this where there aren’t specific instructions/directions can relate. I can’t tell you how many times I put on and took off the jeep body to make sure it fit in the right spot, not too far forward, not too far back, not to high, was it straight — then stand back and ponder and take a few pics and adjust and ponder …. details, details, details. It’s all part of the fun :-).
Despite it’s fun design, this wasn’t just some show vehicle. When Randy was finished, he drag raced it at 100 mph. Now that’s a HOT Rod!
I’ve included the before pic (taken by Randy’s wife). You can see the after pic result and read all about the transformation at Popsci.com.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.
Here’s an unusual find.
“How about this boys! A 1956 Willys with backhoe. Someone said it is a factory military, is it? I don’t know, you tell me. Flat head 6 cylinder, 3 speed trans., 4 wheel drive. It runs and drives BUT has no brakes. I have a rebuilt master cylinder for it. The backhoe works great. Need to replace some hydrolic lines but it works the way it is. She is a rare one boys! Bring $5000 cash please-NOTHING LESS-and a trailer and she’s yours! ”
These appear in good condition.
“6 tires and rims 4 mounted fit jeep,ford,scout,chevy the 2 other rims are 8 lug. Tires size is 31×15.5×15. Call David @ 360-607-6258”
http://portland.craigslist.org/clk/pts/1697862948.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
It looks like someone filled in the driver side indents.
“Newer crate motor, runs fine, needs minor work. Front passenger window broken. Brake master cylinder stuck from sitting.”
Brett spotted this interesting find. There are at least 3 unusual features on this CJ. The most obvious one is the paint job; unclear what the inspiration was, but it’s unusual. The second feature is the automatic transmission that has a column shift rather than a floorshift, which is a clever mod. Finally, while I have seen expanded windshields, I can not remember seeing an expanded windshield that uses a CJ-2A frame (with the exception of the one below this post — strange how these things surface sometimes).
“MY WIFE SAID I’M TAKING UP SPACE IN THE GARAGE! MUST SELL MY COMPLETLY RESTORED 1948 WILLY’S JEEP – CJ2A. *HAS BUICK V6 MOTOR *AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION *ON-BOARD AIR COMPRESSOR *TUBULAR BUMPERS *CONVERTED OVER TO 12V ELECTRICAL SYSTEM *FULL SOFT TOP COVER AND DOORS – ALSO HAS BIKINI TOP *JAMBOREE RACK W/GAS CANS *BENCH SEAT IN BACK *HEATER *LARGE WINDSHIELD WITH WIPERS *ORGINAL TRANSFER CASE *POWER STEERING & TILT WHEEL *RADIO/CD PLAYER AND CB *31″ BF GOODRICH TIRES *CUSTOM PAINT JOB. HAS BEEN SITTING FOR LAST YEAR & A HALF – SO NEEDS A LITTLE TLC (MOTOR MOUNT, POSSIBLE FUEL PUMP). CALL IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR WOULD LIKE TO COME AND SEE IT. 801-815-2335 ”
http://www.ksl.com/index.php?sid=0&nid=443&tab=list/view&ad=2392254
Here’s a parts jeep a few hours north of me.
“1948 rolling Jeep Willy’s with tub, Hood, grill, and one front fender. Will deliver to Spokane for $50. (509) 301-4131 day or night. Ben.”
http://kpr.craigslist.org/cto/1697577313.html
UPDATE:Was $2500. **Status Unknown**
The body doesn’t look too bad.
“UNMOLESTED !!! All original 1955 Model # 6-226 4×4 SW 54168 Willys Station Wagon 4 Wheel Drive 32,492 original miles. Original 6 volt system. Garage kept most all these years. Recently licensed and on the road. I drive it around most every weekend
Well researched pedigree – Purchased new in 1955 by Frank C. Moore, Lt Governor of NY from 1951 to 1953 for use on his Great Camp in Indian Lake, NY. Kept at the great camp from ’55 to 1985 then transferred to a groundskeeper in 1985-ish. Then sold to another individual around 1987 or so. Then sold to a fellow in Canadice, NY. Then sold to me. I’ve had the truck since early 2007.
Runs very well. Body o.k. obviously a bit of rust but solid and stable. Brakes are good although they must be pumped. Frame as good or better than most you will find Roughly 3,000 miles on new non-direcitonal military style tires. Gauges work. New plastic gas tank.
UPDATE: Still Available. More pics at the link below.
(01/03/2009) While there’s some surface rust, it doesn’t appear to me that there is much rust around the doors. The fact that it starts and runs is worth something!
“1959 Willy’s Jeep FC 170. All original, 3 sp trans w/Super Hurricane 6 cyl, 9ft bed, approx 68,000 miles; Has some glass/weather stripping; Needs brake work, Always Starts, Runs Great.”
http://www.ksl.com/index.php?sid=0&nid=443&tab=list/view&ad=2385946
I made some more progress with the engine today. I managed to get the oil to finally stop exiting the dipstick hole. The cause was, as I suspected, related to the crankcase pressure. So, I spent some time fiddling with the PVC and breather system.
First, I bought a new PCV valve. Next, I connected the valve cover ‘breathers’ together with the intake breather and fed them into the aircleaner. Now that the pressure is a bit more equalized, the oil stopped getting pushed out the dip stick hole.
So one problem down, but now a new one. The air getting cycled into the air cleaner was ‘dirty’ enough that it was affecting performance a bit. However, I’m hoping once I get the new jets for the carb, it will stop burning so rich, which will clean up the system. That’s the theory anyway.
While I was researching breathing systems, I learned a bit of history about the PCV Valve. It turns out that PCV valves were invented during WWII to enable tanks to ford deep water and still have their systems breath appropriately. Following the war, someone at the GM plant where the PCV Valves were built realized they could help combat some smog issues. You can learn more about this at Wikipedia.
Brett spotted this Welder. These are usually priced between $800 – $1200, so this appears to be a good price (if the fix is easy).
“Hobart Welder. 250 Amp 40 Volt. Willys engine. Welder was not making power when machine was parked. But the Willys jeep engine still ran. no emails. Please call 435-632-2415”
http://www.ksl.com/?nid=218&ad=10401670&cat=&lpid=
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
I think the passenger side body has been repaired, but generally doesn’t look too bad.
“1945 military jeep wil 4 cylinder”
A reader named Steve is looking for a MB Grille, a Roll Cage that will fit a M-38 and a set of Ford V8 Headers that will also fit a M-38. Steve lives in Indiana. If you have any of these items, you can contact Steve at muddin61@yahoo.com.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500.
This looks like a pretty nice M-38 with good accessories for the price.
“For Sale: 1950 Willis Jeep. This is a Korean War vintage military jeep. I have owned this jeep for over 23 years. It is an older restoration – – the engine has been rebuild, and has less than 1000 miles on it. It has working radios. The jeep has been in many parades. It runs and drives good. The brakes are good. It comes with a canvas top. $6,500.- with radios or $6,000.- without radios. I have more pictures if you are interested”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $500.
This looks like a very good price. It runs, too.
“OK, I NEED THIS GONE. 500. IS A GREAT DEAL FOR THIS JEEP. 719-778-8995. MOTOR RUNS, NEEDS A MASTER CYLINDER, BRAKES NEED FIXED! YOU CAN TOW THIS HOME WITH A 7 1/8 BALL. FLAT HEAD 6 CYLINDER.”
I’m not sure there’s much to salvage, though the transfercase knobs look good.
“This is a 1952 Military style jeep, model 452-GB1. Willy’s Overland Jeep. Has a original 40hp 4cyclinder hurricane engine. 4wd Drivetrain complete. On tires and wheels for towing. (315)- 383-2274.”
http://syracuse.craigslist.org/cto/1694931270.html
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $10,500.
“Restored to original. 3/4 ton, 4WD. Super Hurricane 226 6 cyl. engine, 3 speed transmission, 33,000 original miles, all in NM. Looks great, runs great.”
**SOLD**
The seller explains why this was painted pink. Looking past the pink color and it appears this CJ-2A is in excellent condition.
“1947 Willys CJ 2A – two tone hot pink. This flat fender Army Jeep runs great and is lots of fun. It has been kept in a garage or under shelter for the last 8 years. It has been converted from the original 6 volt system to 12 volts and has new breaks on it. It is an eye catching head turning vehicle they people go crazy over taking pictures of it with their cell phones and cirling back to get another look at it. It was painted hot pink by the previous owner in KC who modeled it after Elvis’ jeep he saw at Graceland. The exact milage is unknown.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
The rear part of the body is from a CJ-5 or M-38a1.
“’42/’43 Model. Front and rear body are different model but match nearly perfect. Motor runs great (starts easily, does not smoke). Drive train is OK, but shows some wear. Body is rough but no rust. I have title. I have used it as a ranch/hunting vehicle and is perfect for it.”
