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Tucson’s CJ-5 Garbage Jeep

January 18, 2021 • CATEGORIES: Features, Old Images, Old News Articles • TAGS: Jeep-Trains. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

In 1963, the city of Tucson, Arizona, was looking to save money on garbage costs. That summer an experiment was tried whereby a CJ-5 towing three garbage trailers was used to cut garbage transportation costs. I could not find any information on how long the experiment lasted.

This first photo showing the jeep, trailers and how a trailer was dumped into a larger truck, was published in the Tucson Citizen May 24, 1963:

This article from May 22, 1963, published in the Arizona Daily Star, provides more information on the experiment:

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CJ-5 Modified Into a Train Engine

January 18, 2021 • CATEGORIES: Features, Unusual • TAGS: Jeep-Trains, Odd Body. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Roger Martin shared this Canadian Jeep Junkee photo of a CJ-5 that (I think) has been transformed into a train engine. I tried to learn more, but had no luck. It’s unclear to me where this might be located.

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Reporter William Rives’ First Jeep Ride

January 18, 2021 • CATEGORIES: Features, Old News Articles This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

In a June 11, 1941, article in the Austin American-Statesman, William T. Rives describes his first “blitz buggy, jeep or jitterbug, as it is variously called” ride while visiting Camp Bowie in Brownwood, Texas.

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A 1941 Attempt to Ban the Term “Jeep”

January 18, 2021 • CATEGORIES: Features, Old News Articles This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

This article was syndicated through numerous newspapers. So frustrated was one Captain with the multitude of definitions for the word “Jeep” that he warned soldiers not to use it and cited examples of why it was so confusing. This article is from the Johnson City Press out of Tennessee, November 14, 1941:

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1946 JeepRod Brillion, WI $18,900

January 18, 2021 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A, Jeep Rods • TAGS: Odd Body. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: Price dropped to $18,900.

(03/11/2019) It’s supposed to have 450HP.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/624070105188738

“this is a 1946 willys lower 2wd 450 hp 355 chevy with a 350 auto it has sawy bar on front and a anti roll in the back so it runs like a big go cart it is kind of a rat rod”

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1963 CJ-3B Oberlin, OH $10,000

January 18, 2021 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3B • TAGS: Militarized. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

This might have a rare set of Spicer Hub Lok hubs. The steps have been altered.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/981506745662105

“1963 Jeep willys four by four. Non original 4 cylinder engine. Runs & drives. Comes with army gear. Gets looks everywhere she goes! Title in hand.”

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1962 CJ-3B Tecumseh, MI No Price

January 18, 2021 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3B • TAGS: Odd Body. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

The price listed is $12,345, so I’m guess the seller is taking offers?

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/764876520816525

“As much as I would like to keep this I could use the money for my next restoration. I am in no hurry to sell so all lowball offers will be ignored. If your looking for a truly unique off road toy this is for you. Although it could be converted back to a street legal machine it currently is not so if your looking for something to drive on the street keep scrolling. It started off as a 1962 Willys cj3b.

After giving it a 6″ frame lift I had the frame hot dip galvanized which is why the frame looks to be painted gray. Motor is a 350 out of a 73 Vette +.030 with a off road cam. TH400 trans mated to a Dana 18 via Novak adapter. PTO and winch from a Willys truck modified to run off the back. Front axle is a Dana 44 out of a 75 chevy. Rear is GM 10 bolt out of a 84 chevy with Moser inner shafts. Front AND rear hydraulic steering are independent. Please do not blow up my phone with questions that can be answered face to face if you are serious. Thanks for looking”

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Fiberglass Flatfender Body South Haven, MI $1000

January 18, 2021 • CATEGORIES: Parts • TAGS: Fiberglass. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Looks in good shape.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1571179703070189/

“Complete fiberglass body with steel windshield frame”

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1957 FC-150 Killeen, TX $4000

January 18, 2021 • CATEGORIES: FC150-FC170-M677 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Not sure how much value is here.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/761577594454488

“Just a restorable FC150. In fairly good shape. Still has counter weights. Has complete engine (i think). Year 1955 may not be right. Wood part of bed rotted away.”

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Year? Wagon Parkway Shawnee, OK SOLD

January 18, 2021 • CATEGORIES: Willys Wagons • TAGS: Parkway. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500.

Parkway wagon build. It’s unclear how much work is still needed.

“Really nice willys parkway for sale not going to get a chance to build it so I am going to let it go. Located in shawnee Oklahoma do have a complete front clip that goes with it also.”

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1948 CJ-2A Milaca, MN SOLD

January 18, 2021 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500.

(01/07/2021) Has a variety of updates.

“1948 Willys CJ2A Jeep with an M38 windshield. 289 c.i. V8, 4 speed transmission with overdrive, 4WD heavy duty axles, tilt and power steering, power brakes, hydraulic clutch, winch, front lockout hubs, posi-traction rear axle, dual exhaust, Dunlop RV Radial Rover tires 31 x 10.50 x 15 tires w/good tread. Bolted on roll bar that’s easily removed. Windshield is cracked, fuel level gauge don’t work, and exhaust has a leak on the left bank. Engine and seats came out of a 67 Mustang. New crossflow radiator, thermostat, and belts. Runs and drives great. There is a little rust under the RF fender at the mounting bracket which could be repaired or replaced. Street legal and it has collector plates. Title in hand.”

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1946 CJ-2A Perrin, TX $5000

January 18, 2021 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: Still Available.

(12/27/2020) Overall, it seems a pretty stock jeep. Doesn’t run. Has a PTO.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/441126180238355

“1946 Willy’s CJ2A Jeep. turns over, doesn’t run, minor rust asking $5000 obo will trade.”

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1956 CJ-3B Paoli, IN $3800

January 18, 2021 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3B • TAGS: Hardtop, Odd Body. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: Still Available.

(01/07/2021) Includes a Warn Overdrive.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/721940151786638

“1956 Jeep Willys. V6. Jeep sat for 5-8 years, oil was clean, pulled plugs and there was water in the top of the pistons. Too much work for dad at this point. Pretty solid for the age.”

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1947 CJ-2A Canton, MI $5000

January 18, 2021 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: Still Available.

(08/05/2020) It’s a project listed as a 2A and does have a 2A frame.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1008212259631197/

“Doesn’t run and drive. I bought this 1947 Jeep for restoration work, however could not get the work started due to tight financial conditions. So selling it. Have title in hand.”

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1965 CJ-6 Stafford, VA SOLD

January 17, 2021 • CATEGORIES: CJ-6 • TAGS: Hardtop, Stock. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9000.

This looks in good shape. It has a Kelly hardtop.

“1965 CJ6 Willys Jeep. 52k documented miles, one family owned. The CJ6 was a California vehicle, no rust. Great survivor. Hurricane engine. Drives nice, new carb new ignition. All lights and electrical components work. This Jeep also has overdrive (6 spd) high and low. have 3 bins full of paperwork manuals and books, including the original bill of sale by grandma in 1965. Would be an easy restoration or drive as is. Best offer.”

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No Updates Sunday

January 17, 2021 • CATEGORIES: News This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Updates resume Monday morning.

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1953 CJ-3B Cave Creek, AZ $6200

January 17, 2021 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3B This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: Price dropped to $6200.

(12/08/2021) It’s a project.

https://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/cto/d/cave-creek-1953-willys-cj3b/7430669056.html

“1953 Willys CJ3B. AZ owner for the last 22 years. 38,000 miles. New tires, brakes, you joints, shackles. We had the body completely sandblasted and primed,engine runs great, new clutch complete. Still needs to be re wired. We have all the original wiring and gauges. ( must be replaced) winch is original… also needs new windshield, we have the new gasket. Carb was redone by rods. New plugs and wires.”

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1979 CJ-7 San Antonio, TX $15,000

January 17, 2021 • CATEGORIES: CJ-7 • TAGS: Hunting. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Here’s a CJ-7 setup for hunting.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/958614471286902

“1979 jeep hunting rig. Elevated seating for 2. Padded gun rests and racks. Game basket on front. 5-24”green LEDs. Brand new 33” tires and 12”wide wheels. Fresh ryno lined paint. 100% ready for the lease”

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1958 FC-170 Salt Lake City, UT SOLD

January 16, 2021 • CATEGORIES: FC150-FC170-M677 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** was $5500.

“1958 Jeep Forward Control. FC 170.
Runs and drives, but needs work.
All complete and not too rusty considering what most FCs look like.
Has a front bumper in the bed.
Comes with a brand new windshield.
Cab has a front bracket installed to allow cab to tilt forward.
6 cylinder hurricane engine.
This is a project vehicle that will need lots of work, but it’s a great start. I looked for years before I found this one and they are getting harder to find. This is a good solid runner and is mostly complete, including the 9 foot bed.
It came out of California when I bought it and was there most of its life..
Please text with questions or to come take a look. Price is not firm, but please no low ball offers.”

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Wood Jeep From India

January 16, 2021 • CATEGORIES: Features, toys This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

I bought this wood jeep on eBay. It’s solid wood with a good weight and some fun designs. One instription suggests this was made in India. A message on the bottom suggests this was purchased or completed on October 07, 1998, and was either for or from someone named Robin.

Continue reading →

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1941 Article Shows Jeep Backing Up City Hall Steps

January 16, 2021 • CATEGORIES: Bantam-FordGP-WillysMA-EarlyJPs, Features, Old Images, Old News Articles This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

The Argus-Leader out of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, published this photo on November 28, 1941, showing a Ford GP backing up Sioux Falls’ City Hall steps. It includes another “75mph” claim.

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1941 Article Highlights Bantam’s Complaints

January 16, 2021 • CATEGORIES: Bantam-FordGP-WillysMA-EarlyJPs, Features, Old News Articles This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

This August 07, 1941, article in the News-Herald out of Franklin, Pennsylvania, underscores that Harry S. Truman was going to “blow the lid” off the “lobbying” actives of the OPM as a result of American Bantam being “frozen out” of a jeep contract. Truman showed them, lol.

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1986 CJ-7 Grand Junction, CO SOLD

January 16, 2021 • CATEGORIES: CJ-7 • TAGS: Hardtop. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $14,500.

Matt shared this CJ-7 which looks real nice

“For sale is my 1986 CJ-7. It is a very nice Jeep inside and out.
350 Chevy engine with TBI out of a 1993 police car
700R4 automatic transmission
Dana 300 transfer case with twin shifter
Front axle is a Dana 44 with ARB locker, Warn ft hubs and 4.10 ratio
Rear axle is a high pinion Dana 44 with ARB locker
Nice interior upholstery
Warn M8000 winch
Best Top, Bikini top, duster And other extra parts
$14,500 OBO”