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This Canadian version of Form No. 59-03 highlights the “Maverick” model, while the US Domestic version did not (see example at bottom).
Here’s a comparison between the Canadian and US Form No. 59-03: (sorry for the poor quality of the right image .. it turns out I don’t actually have that brochure)..
UPDATE II: Here’s another, similar ‘streamlined’ jeep posted by Mike Haines on Facebook. Note that this one appears to use a standard windshield and, thus, has a flatter cowl than the ones seen below:
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UPDATE FROM Jan 7, 2021: This post has been updated with a better version of the video:
The photos below are snapshots from the above video. They resemble the jeep shown below that was built by Wayne K. Pike. It was built by members of the 9th Service Squadron at the 13th Army Air Base on the island of Moratai. Note that it has a chrome/stainless trim strip absent from the car featured in the Popular Mechanics article below.
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ORIGINAL POST FEBRUARY 11, 2013: You can view the entire Popular Mechanics’ issue on Google.
Dec 1945 Popular Mechanics Page 6 Streamlined Jeep
Dec 1945 Popular Mechanics Page 72 Jeep with Odd Body
Dec 1945 Popular Mechanics Page 77 Men using Jeep like a plow horse
Dec 1945 Popular Mechanics Page 73 Men us jeep to fix propeller
Dec 1945 Popular Mechanics Page 70 Fixing Jeep Frame
This postcard documents a group of International Harvester Scouts that were transformed into off-road tour vehicles. They operated out of Lyons, Colorado.
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“Jeep Tours Postcard Peaceful Valley Lodge Guest Ranch Colorado CO PM 1974”
This seems worth a look.
https://www.facebook.com/commerce/listing/306843965810061
“1951 Willys overland panel wagon. Small block Chevrolet motor. 4 speed manual trans. Last picture is what was done to it. Message if you’re interested”
Looks like it was nicely restored.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1831185514042591
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“Recent complete 200 hour restoration on a M274A3 military mule. For those that don’t know the A3 model is a retrofitted M274 with a 2 cylinder engine replacing the troublesome original 4 cylinder. This is 4 wheel drive like every model of mule and it is a 4 wheel steer model as well. Runs and drives excellently. The hour meter is NOS, but doesn’t work. Currently this has less than an hour on the whole vehicle.
I have listed the new reproduction and New Old Stock parts with the prices for those who do not know that mules are not cheap to restore and they take time to complete. Hence the reason they cost money. Some can not grasp this concept and apparently work for free. I will not answer any “is this still available messages” and I will take the listing down when it is no longer available.
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Unclear what the price is on this M-38A1, but it appears in reasonably good condition. Auction is June 19th.
https://www.auctionzip.com/Listings/3928862.html
This has been repainted, but looks in great shape. Thanks to TJ for sharing.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/482736577441496/
“1973 Jeep CJ5 – 62,5000 miles. Original body ,no rust. The body, engine 258 l6, and transmission all original . Repainted in 2012. Straight body. Clean title. It is time to say goodbye after 30 years of fun. This is a great Alki beach cruiser. I’m the second owner. I found this in the north Georgia mountains in a barn in 1994. Make an offer.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
Shane is selling this Bantam trailer with what he says are original wood bows and canvas.
“1947 Bantam T3-C Jeep Trailer. Everything Original other than repainted 35 years ago. Excellent condition – two small tears in the tarp. This trailer has been stored for the past 30 years in a garage – no rust. The tarp is original with the two small noted tears. The bows are all original as well as the lights. I have the original set of tires/rims as well 6.00×16 but am running 6.75×15 currently. Beautiful trailer to pull behind anything with ease – these were civilian versions of the WWII Jeep trailer. “American Central Manufacturing (ACM) supplied tubs and frames to the American Bantam Car Company for the Model T3 and also to Willys Overland Motors Inc for the Model MB-T who were both under contract during WWII to produce 1/4 ton amphibious trailers (this trailer is not – has the fold-down tailgate) and kept parts interchangeable between the two models. Through military records we can determine how many amphibious trailers were built and when, but there currently is not any known “Official” civilian production records. Civilian trailers were noted at T3-C.””
These all seems like good prices.
https://www.facebook.com/commerce/listing/3838033809852203
“3 jeeps for sale, one willys wagon with motor, not sure of title $2000. One m38a1 ambulance jeep with motor, looks to be in good shape. Not sure of title $2500, one cj2a jeep with snow plow, parts jeep only $500.”
It’s not clear to me if the price includes the trailer or not.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1087608242297952/
“1954 Willys Wagon – Custom Build
Built by 4 Wheelers Supply in Phoenix with some later mods done by current owner.
✔️Crate GM Performance 350 385hp ($7400 current GM cost) less than 700 miles Holley Double Pumper, Ram Horns, Ron Davis Radiator, MSD ignition
✔️Th350 fresh rebuild, reverse manual valve body, all Hughes parts
✔️205 fresh rebuild
✔️Dana 44 with 4:88, chromoly axles, Detroit True Track
✔️Rear 9.5” 14 Bolt 33 spline, Detroit Locker 4:88
✔️Deep PRP Suspension Seats
✔️Art Carr Shifter
✔️30 Gallon cell
✔️35” BFG Crawlers
✔️YJ Rubican Express 1.5” spring over
✔️Bilstein Shocks
✔️Warn Winch (new)
✔️Car trailer available separately
✔️Whole pallet of spare parts
✔️Steering Quickener with disconnect steering wheel
✔️Wipers, horn, turn signals, mirrors
✔️Custom Roof Rack
Car hauler available to make a package deal.
San Tan Valley, AZ
Location is approximate”
This may have a DJ-3A body.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2337498149789999
“1947 Willys Jeep CJ2A Steel body Full aftermarket wiring harness Custom fuel tank Custom 6 point rollcage 1980 2.5L (151 CI) GM Iron Duke Engine 4 Speed manual transmission 1978 Jeep frame Dana 30 front axle AMC 20 rear axle with G2 one-piece axles Front disc brakes, rear drum brakes”
John shared this 3B. Some vintage lettering is still visible. It’s also got a GOV date plate.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1131845194735614
“Original Military contract CJ-3B for parts or restoration. Engine runs strong. Tranny and transfer both good. Front dash and fenders good to restore. Grill is nice also. Rest of body shot. Axles are good. Good candidate for a drop on repro body.
Original Military data tags are still there.
As seen in pics the hood denotes it was used by the town of Ellenburg NY at some point. Likely for plowing. I picked this jeep up along with a few others from an estate in Shelton CT. My focus is on WW2 jeeps and not later models. I will also be listed a 56 CJ5 separately.
Asking price on this 3b reflects the known good F Head engine, tranny, axles, etc. Data tags are pretty cool. Would make a great Vietnam War era build.”
This is a project.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/7246405952154197
“In great condition all lights and heater motor still work , just ordered new electronic ignition , motor is free , and spins freely with starter , carb needs rebuilt , serious inquiries only , title in hand owned by same family since new possible trade for utility side by side only”
TJ shared this running truck.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/7663479393700810
“1952 Willys Truck. 4.3 Vortec V6. Runs. 4wd works. Title. $3500.”
Here’s a unique piece of engine culture that Nick is selling.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/998037391666684/
“This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to own perhaps the highest hp Willys F134 head in the world. This was custom designed for swamp buggy racing in Naples, FL. Due to its unoriginal nature, this head was deemed illegal and could not race in the sanctioned event.
Includes:
-Custom made F134 engine head
-Down draft F134 manifold setup
-ARP head studs for the majority of the setup
It features four individual intake runners to feed the engine. Oversized titanium valves. I have video of this setup revving to 7500 rpm.
This engine head feeds necessary air and power to make the most out of the Willys engine. If you want to set the vintage horsepower record, here is your start.
UPDATE: Still Available.
(04/08/2024) These are hard to find vehicles. Not sure if they are easier or harder to get parts for than the Austin Champs. Thanks to TJ for sharing.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/806488888171902
“I have 2 Autumn Gipsy’s that I was going to use to make 1 nice one. They are both projects, one has a pretty good body and ran when I put them away, the other has a hard top, and a lot of good parts and pieces the the other one needs. Both are independent suspension. This is just a project that I’m not going to get to. If the ad is up, they are still available. Let’s not waste each other’s time.”
My oldest son is up visiting from Utah for a few days (yeah!). Last weekend he summited Mt. Baker as part of a glaciering class, which gives him some experience on the wet western Washington snow (vs. the dry Utah snow).
RACE JEEP:
On Wednesday we got out the Race Jeep so we could loosen the steering a little (there was a slight bind that I’ve meant to correct for a while). The hope was that the stars would finally align and Ann and I could hit the Moonshiner’s race this weekend in Randall.
However, while driving the race jeep out on Wed I noticed some smoking from the engine (hood was off). We discovered some some oil (a few Tablespoons maybe) had splashed from the front passenger side lower engine corner area (still not sure where), that hit the radiator hose and front pumpkin as we were driving. I cleaned up the oil, but rain and a dead battery (another puzzle, as I have a battery disconnect) forced us to give up the search for the leak.
Later that evening, I looked for leaking oil under the racer, but saw nothing obvious (to me anyway).
On Thursday, the weather improved greatly, so after some chores we got out the racer and idled it, but didn’t see any flash of oil. So, we drove it around some. Once again, we spotted some excess oil on the radiator hose.
After some investigation, we figured out the oil was coming out a bolt hole in the block just above the mechanical fuel pump attachment point. I’m not all that familiar with Chev 350s, but a quick video showed me that a bolt needs to be there, so I don’t know why one isn’t there. Perhaps it fell off?? See pics below:
See top hole … I believe that should have a bolt. So, I’ll try that!
GLASSES UPDATE:
Meanwhile, the company making my new glass lens are still a few days away from shipping them, in part because, due to the prescription, they aren’t sure if they will fit my frames or not .. ugh. So, even without the oil issue, I wouldn’t be able to see the track well enough to race.
So, it all sucks, but such is life.
FC PROGRESS:
As for the FC, more progress was made. I cleaned up and painted the gas pedal linkage, so now it’s ready for installation. I also installed the gauges onto the bottom of the dash. I think the smaller size helps make them look less overwhelming vis-a-vis the dash. On the left side of the dash you might see an aluminum strip, which is a mockup for an angled bracket that will support the fuse box, which will rotate up when not being view (or so that’s the theory).
Located in San Francisco, this sign supposed hung at Sherpa’s Auto Parts. Pretty cool sign. 8′ x 4′
https://www.facebook.com/groups/227689400988963/posts/1857446118013275
“This sign is an awesome addition for any man cave. This sign hung in the Scherba’s Auto Parts Store on 32nd and Taraval Streets in San Francisco’s Sunset District for years before the store closed (currently the store is an O’Reilly’s). The sign is made from wood and is roughly 8 feet long and 4 feet wide.
This features a WWII era Jeep and the words “Military Jeep 1944” below the graphic. The price above is my “I don’t want to sell it” price so low ball offers will just be ignored.
I’m also open to trades of 50’s & 60’s porcelain automotive signs, Jeep grills, or street legal dirt bikes.”
Looks in great shape. No description provided.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2422631347931616
This has been for sale for a while since at least winter.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1433241767275592
“1948 cj2a great condition. Restored to drive. Has 2 inch lift. Literally every nut and bolt on this thing has been replaced. Custom bumpers. Front is made to fit a yj winch plate. Come take a look. Must see in person to appreciate. Updated to 12 volt electrical. Lockers front and rear. Literally everything you would need to do has been done. Only 1683 miles since resto. Brand new tires and I have a spare factory wheel to go with it. Thanks message for any questions. Will trade for nice cj7 in same condition. Clean Title in hand.”
This seems worth a look.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/321956347615725
“1955 Willy CJ5 with a Chevy 350. Disc breaks on the front with brake boost. Runs and drives need some work. Four-wheel-drive is not hooked up, but it comes with the front driveshaft. no doors or top. Title in hand.”
Seems worth a look.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1358533421441094
“1948 Willis Jeep, converted to 12 v. 90% all original”
Runs and drives.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/953730182394976
“Asking $7500 obo. This jeep is in very nice riding shape, basically all original, 6V system. Runs great drives well, the steering needs some adjustment but we drive this thing all over town just fine. I have the stock wheels and a set of 32.5s, you pick which set you want. I have a clean clear title in my name.”
Runs and drives. Has a Kelly hardtop.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/7142434652550842/
“Nice running Jeep. New master cylinder just needs a brake bleeding. Been rebuilt, professionally to run one unleaded fuel. New radiator. Body and decent shape and floor boards are real good shape. $4900”
