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1951 CJ-3A Dekalb County, Ny **Status Unknown**

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UPDATE: Status Unknown.Was on eBay

It looks pretty rough and needs to be push started.

“I AM TOLD THIS IS A 1951 CJ-3A MODEL  WE HAVE NO PAPER WORK, BUT IT CAN BE OBTAINED IN MOST STATES. THE JEEP RUNS GOOD, BUT IT HAS TO BE PULL STARTED. THE STARTER NEEDS SOME WORK. IT HAS A POWER TAKE OFF 8,000 POUND RAMSEY WINCH. IT IS BELIEVED TO BE ORIGINAL.HAS ORIGINAL GLASS IN DOORS AND THEY SLIDE UP AND DOWN.”

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1942 GPW Dekalb Junction, Ny eBay

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It’s got quite a bit of rust, but it does run and drive.

“here is a very rare  ford jeep. I AM TOLD IT IS A 1942 MODEL. it comes with original military tires. 4 cylinder flat head. runs and has recently been driven in the fields. great for restoration or use. . see pictures”

View all the pics on eBay

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Jeep Parts Auburn, Ca

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Note the SM420 + adapter +TC +overdrive (studebaker) for only $600.

“Stuff that needs a new home:

  • Chevy bell housing with SM-420, dana 18, adapter and Borg Warner(studebaker type) Overdrive-  Take it all for $600 obo
  • Borg Warner Overdrive for model 18 T/c High gear only. $300
  • Miscellaneous Jeep springs, mostly narrow for spring repair/replacements.$10 a spring
  • Buick V-6 all rebuilt, with edelbrock intake or stock intake and 2bbl carb. $1050
  • Turbo 350 trans and torque converter, fits above buick v-6. $200
  • Chevy/jeep fenderwell headers for SBC in Cj-5 $125
  • Amc Jeep 304 headers and mufflers, rusted but work fine. $100
  • Buick 231 heads, probably Ok but I would freshen them up. $150
  • Scout II axles- Open diffs, 3.73 gears, too wide for my Jeep project. $200 for the pair.
  • 50’s jeep truck chassis with 4×4 axles $275or offer
  • Mark at 530-906-1797″

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/pts/1412975807.html

 
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1947 CJ-2A Chattaroy, WA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500

(09/22/09)

“1948 Willys Jeep CJ2A Has straight six in it right now thats knocking real bad, but Have running original four cylinder that goes with this. Also have front and rear axle to go too. Body,frame,all running gear in very good shape. Will be nice little jeep when running again. has collector plates, so no tabs to worry about. ”

 

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1949 CJ-3A Denver, Co **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was For Trade.

It’s got an interesting paint job.  I wonder if there was some body work done on the driver’s side front?

it has a good running 307 chevery motor. all it needs is the carb rebuilt. I am looking for something more practical and safe for my daughter and I. I am open to all offers but im most interested in 4×4 k5 blazer, ramcharger, full size bronco, full size pickup, any 4×4 toyota or 80s jeep, muscle car or rat rod.”

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My Tube Bender

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UPDATE:  I’ve added some final information to this post …

After a great deal of research, I felt the best option for a bender for my purposes was to build my own.  I quickly settled on Frank Takac’s plans from gotTrikes.com. Frank was great to deal with,  responsive to my email and the plans were  professional with plenty of tips, pics and information.  Frank told me that a 15 year old successfully built one of his benders.  You can see a variety of benders built by purchasers of Frank’s plans at his website.  I can strong recommend these plans if you are considering building your bender.

Frank recently added my project to his website.  You can view it here.

Here’s a few pics of my finished bender:

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PREVIOUSLY:

I’ve been slowly building my tube bender.  I followed most of the instructions I purchased (which were great — I’ll write more about that later), but I just couldn’t stand buying new metal when I had so much 1/4 inch angle iron laying around (thank you sis!).  So, I made several modifications based on the metal I had.

Also, during the process of building, I realized I just didn’t care whether the bender looked good (such as grinding welds, sanding it down, etc).  So, it is what it is.  I did have some leftover chrome paint, if not smooth, it is shiny.  I’m just waiting for a couple shafts to arrive in the mail and then I can start bending!

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Builds: Collapsing Spare Tire Holder

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UPDATE:  A reader would like to have one of these built for their project.  See the comment below if you think you know of someone who could do this for them.

I was checking out Four Wheeler the other day and ran across this unusual spare tire carrier.  Check out all the pics on this nice CJ-3A at Fourwheeler.com.

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1946 CJ-2A Kingston, NH $4800

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1946_cj2a_kingstonThe seller needs to sell immediately.

“Have an original 1946 Willy’s Overland Jeep that I must sell ASAP. CJ2A flathead, 4 cylinder, UNRESTORED. 57K miles. In storage. $4800., or best reasonable offers considered. Thanks. Call 978-870-6944”

http://nh.craigslist.org/cto/1410912030.html

 
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1948 CJ-2A Grand Terrace, Ca $2800

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The price for the jeep looks good.  This might be a good price.  The trailer is also $2800, which seems a bit high to me.

“Willys jeep and trailer for sale 2,800.00 for jeep and 2,800. for the trailer will sell together for 5,000. runs great good tires.  ask for Bill 951-692-2207”

http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/1412094720.html

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1942? MB? Snohomish, WA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7595

“1942 CJ2A, 4.3 CHEV V6, FUEL INJECTED, T-18 4 SPEED, DANA 44 REAR WITH A FULL FLOATER KIT, DANA 44 FRONT, POWER STEERING, POWER BRAKES, FULL CAGE, TILT COLUMN, RHINO LINED , WARN 8274 WINCH, NICE SHAPE, GREAT TRAIL JEEP ”

 

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1942 GPW Tacoma, Wa $16,500

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This generally looks good.

“1942 Ford GPW in great condition. A definite collectors piece. It runs and drives. Good for parades. Accessories included are shovel , axe, fire extinguisher, rope, canvas water bucket, 5 gallon gas can and helmet. Jeep is F- stamped all over. Original tub, frame, motor and transmission. New top, windshield glass and brakes. If interested call John. 253 381-9287”

http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/cto/1410053422.html

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1946 CJ-2A Battle Ground, WA **SOD**

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1946_cj2a_battlegroundUPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.

“1946 Willys Jeep. Original paint and top. Engine, transmission, transfer case rebuilt. $3,500 OBO.”

 
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1948 CJ-2A Wenatchee, Wa $1000

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This is a project, but based on the parts list,  it sounds like it might be worth the price.  The front clip looks like it is fiberglass. I would guess the truck tranny is either a sm420 or sm456.  It’s difficult to see whether it would really only take a couple hours to make this run.

“48 cj2a, rebuilt 283, never started. Chevy truck 4 speed, rebuilt x-case, diff’s rebuilt W/11 in drums instead of 9. This jeep just needs finished. The front clip is almost worth what I’m asking. Realistically with a couple of hours you could be runnin. Wife said it’s gotta go. # is 630-6601, Price is negotiable. Thanx fer lookin.”

http://wenatchee.craigslist.org/cto/1412872286.html

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1948 CJ-2A Post Falls, ID **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD ** Was $1500

This is a project and it is apart.  The pics below show what it used to look like.

“Here is my 1948 Willys Jeep that I started as a porject some years ago and just didn’t finish. I put new wheel cylinders, master cyl, shocks, fuel pump, coil, plugs, ans did some body work. It ran very well when I disassmbled it. It needs wiring harness, gas tank and seat frames….almost ready to go for the right person.”

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Helping out a ’42 MB Owner

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When I got to “dickhead”, I started laughing.  Can someone help him out?  Tell him eWillys sent you and if he doesn’t know what eWillys is, then tell him to drop by the website.

“I have a 1942 willys mb,that has extensive damage to the Drivers side of the tub.What I need is sombody that Has a tub that is intacted,with the slots for the ax and shovel to contact me so I can get measurements to make repair pannels.If u call I can tell you exactly what I need.I guess I could Pay you for the info,but most people who own Jeeps are not dickheads, and are willing to help a brother out,thanks.Brian 509-460-2577”

http://kpr.craigslist.org/wan/1411317869.html

 
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1954 Truck Scappoose, Or $15,000

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Here’s a nice looking truck.  The price is negotiable.

“Make me an offer, price somewhat negotiable.  Meticulous and total frame-off restoration.  Dupont absolute red acrylic enamel paint.  Upgrades include: all new slightly tinted glass, upgraded to 12 volt system, power brakes, warn over-drive, BF goodrich tires, In line flathead 6 cyl. 226 c.i., Absolutely Beautiful, all new or removed and replaced 4 year restoration. Restoration Photo documented, Please Contact Randy at (503) 543 8867.”

http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/1411238375.html

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1951 Wagon Cape Cod, Ma $7000

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This looks excellent and looks very stock.  I guess it’s a Wagon night?

“1951 willys wagon 2 wd all original. 98% rust free, rebuilt 4 cyl engine, 3 spd with overdrive, runs great, paint ok. $7,000 or possible trade.”

http://capecod.craigslist.org/cto/1411772189.html

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1962 Wagon Conifer, Co **SOLD**

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UPDATE:  Sold

This comes with a Warn Overdrive.   This might be a good deal if the body rust I see isn’t too bad.  It looks stock, except for the 350.

1962 Willys (JEEP) Utility Wagon, Chevy 350 V8. Power steering. T-90 3 speed manual transmission, Dana Spicer 18 transfer case. Warn allrange overdrive. The Warn overdrive works in both high and low transfer case ranges and in two and four wheel drive. The transmission/overdrive combination can be split shifted.
This gives the vehicle 6 forward speeds in both high and low ranges. Electric Wipers.
Please email for more pictures.”

http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/1412010445.html

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1948 CJ-2A Duluth, MN **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2900.

“Hunting season is here! Classic 1948 Willys CJ 2A “Civilian Jeep” Original 4 cyl 134 ci “Go Devil” engine and 3 Speed manual T-90 transmission. The engine, transmission, clutch, 4WD, transfer case, high/low range and lights are all in working condition. The body is extremely solid. The floor pans have been patched. It has the 6 volt electrical system, with an electric fuel pump. It has a little play in the steering and the typical fluid drips and leaks for a CJ2A of this vintage.  Although it’s not perfect, it’s in much better shape than a lot of the older Jeeps that are available on the market. Come and take a look – you know you’ve always wanted one! Located in Duluth.”

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1948 Wagon Oberlin, Oh **SOLD**

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UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $2000.

“This is the station wagon model. Odometer is a 6 digit meter and shows 03,992.8 miles but I’m sure it is 103,992. Engine runs and drives. Has the original 4 cylinder engine and a 3 speed column shift transmission with over drive. This is the 2 wheel drive model. Vehicle is in very restorable condition. Body in fair to good condition, solid frame. Comes with some extra parts, trans, steering wheel and misc. parts. Also comes with a repair manual and a restoration manual. If you are interested I can e-mail additional pictures. If you have a question just ask. I am selling because I have too many to work on and not enough time.
Thanks for looking. More pictures. Click on links below.”

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1948 CJ-2A Fort Collins, CO **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3700.

(08/10/09) The jeep’s hard to see in this pic, but at first glance looks good.

“1948 Willys Jeep with a Chevy 283 V-8 with a Warn overdrive. Everything is 12 Volt and has a heater and comes with two original backseats. Original transmission, axles, and differentials. Extras include a bikini top, front push guard, spare gas tank and tire and the Jerry gas cans. Tires are in great shape and the body and tub has no rust. I really do not want to sell it, but I just do not use it anymore.”

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1943? CJ-2A Grants Pass, OR **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2290.

Well, there’s nothing that indicates this is an MB. It looks more like a CJ-2A You gotta love this ‘matching’ trailer.  But, the price is good.

“1943 Willys Jeep For Sale!! $2290 w/ the matching “army” green trailer.. 4WD, runs well, new carburetor, new starter, gas tank, new water and fuel pumps.”

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1964 FC-170 Purcellville, VA **SOLD**

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1964_fc150_purcellvilleUPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.

“i have a 64 fc 170 one ton flat bed. its in average shape for its age. motor turns over but needs a full pupm or regulator. i bought it to restore but dont have the time anymore. will take 2000 or best offer as is. tires are up and good and i can get pics if you would like. solid lil truck. has pump assembly on front for snow plow but no blade.no title but can be gotten through dmv”

 
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1953 M-38A1 Race Jeep Plains, Mt $4500

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1953_racejeep_plainsUPDATE:  Price dropped to $4500

(06/10/09) I’m unfamiliar with the types of 4×4 or jeep racing in Montana.

“RACE READY!– 1953 willys CJ5 race jeep, powered by Chevy small block stroked to 388, approx. 450 hp, turbo 400 tranny, buckshot mudders on front, Super Swampers on back, 8 point roll cage, 2 seats w/covers and 5 point safety harnesses, races in sportsman class, mud bogs, sand drags, obstacle, tuff trucks, this jeep has won countless races and its ready to go! $6000 OBO”

http://montana.craigslist.org/cto/1412097159.html

 
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Builds: The Cheap Jeep & Its Ghost Town Adventures

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cheap_jeep2While it’s not a jeep in form, it certainly captures the spirit of a jeep in function. Two alternators, three batteries, and a host of features make this an unusual vehicle.  The most recent cheap jeep was launched in 1974 for the purpose of desert and mountain travel, not unlike the way original mountain bikers back in 1976 utilized old tough schwinn bikes to tackle the mountains.  It’s singular purpose –the next ghost town or bust — was a cheap, but dependable vehicle capable of on road and off road travel for thousands of miles over the period of a week.  This vehicle is still used and images and video from 2009 can be found on the website along with links to all the places these intrepid adventurers have visited over the past years (scroll to the bottom of the homepage). View the video below to learn a little bit about the unusual features of this vehicle (or go to their video page).

cheapjeepSteve Ricketts writes on the westernghosts.com website In 1974, I acquired a 1966 Pontiac convertible from another customer.   This time the price was $75.00.   Like the Chrysler Imperial, the Pontiac needed a lot of work.   After extensive engine repair and a transmission rebuild and modification, it was able to be driven to my house where the first Cheap Jeep (Chrysler Imperial) was stored.  The transformation from old cheap jeep to new cheap jeep began.   The finished product is what you see today.

cheap_jeep4It is highly modified, and works better for our purposes than anything we could buy today.   It is easy to repair on the road, and parts are readily available.  It carries more than “regular” jeeps and is a lot cheaper to replace should it become necessary to abandon.   I would really hate to take a $30,000+,  four wheel drive (Blazer/Bronco, etc.) on one of these trips.   At the very least, the paint and body would be badly damaged.   It would also be next to impossible to repair in the field, and a very real possibility exists that I would someday have to abandon it.   After all these years of use and modification, I still have less than $800.00 invested in the Cheap Jeep…and that includes the original purchase price.

Visit the Western Ghost Towns website here.