Yearly Archives: 2010

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Surviving a Nuclear Blast …

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Just a few Updates Tonight ….

As a kid in elementary school, I remember climbing under my desk as part of our emergency drills (earthquake, nuclear blast, bully avoidance).  But, I always wondered what I would do if there wasn’t a desk to dive under!

Now I know the government had already been planning for a lack of desks.  Thanks to this image Alex spotted on Wikipedia, I now see that I just have to locate a Willys Wagon and dive into it for safety.  Sure, it might get blown over, but it would sure be more comfortable than getting trapped underneath my desk (unless I was trapped under my desk with my sweetheart from 6th grade Michelle, but that’s a whole ‘nother story)!  See the expanded image here.

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The 1 1/2 ton offroad Crossley from the 1920s

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I saw this and I had to post it.  There are apparently a couple of these left in the South African War Museum.  Due to their weight and the thin tire profile, these were poor offroad performers.

According to this website, “The British Army in India had a requirement for Armoured Cars for areas such as the North West frontier. A delegation was despatched to Britain to see what was on offer and particularly to look at the offerings from Rolls Royce as wartime models had performed well. As well as being expensive they surprisingly were unable to get over the gradient test on the cross country trial.

There was however also at the trials a 1 1/2 ton Crossley based on the chassis that had been intended for a Russian contract that came to nothing because of the Revolution. This was the chassis that was under consideration as a medium truck for India and eventually became the IGL1. It sailed through the trials and one was immediately purchased for an extended trial which consisted of loading it with 4 tons of ballast and driving 4000 miles round Britain. An order for 32 followed with bodies by Vickers. These were delivered in 1923 and a further order followed. Total deliveries were about 100.

All of these vehicles were fitted with solid tyres presumably to remove the risk of punctures but these were never very successful when used off road as their narrow profile inevitably led to the vehicle sinking up to its axles. Two of the armoured cars were also shipped to South Africa where the tyres also caused trouble and were eventually changed to pneumatic types. Both of these survive and are in the South African War Museum.”

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Stitch Welding

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Someday, I look forward to learning how to weld better; I’d especially like to work with MIG and work on my TIG (I actually have a rudimentary setup, but haven’t done much with it yet).  So, I’d hardly classify myself as a welding expert (though with two pieces of clean metal I can make a pretty nice stick bead).

Until, if ever, I master welding, here are a couple threads that discuss welding sheet metal together for body repair. If you have any other great, helpful threads, let me know and I’ll add them here.

http://weldingweb.com/showthread.php?t=39466

http://weldingweb.com/showthread.php?t=43249

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1949 CJ-3A (Lefty?) Richfield, Mn $1200

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Brett spotted this potential deal. If this runs, it’s a steal.  This could be a 1947 Lefty CJ-2A that was accidentally titled as a CJ-3A (the CJ-2A page forums mention this happening a few times).  That said, just to confuse us a little more,  it almost looks like a front bow holder sits just above the gas inlet.

“call 952 486 0915”

http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/hnp/cto/1924620723.html

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1959 CJ-3B Huntington, IN **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.

(07/01/2010) This looks like a good price.  I *think* that’s a vented hood.

“starts runs and drives the brakes need some attn. leave me a number with any questions and ill call you asap i also have the soft top and doors for this.”

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JW Wreckers Jeep Salvage, Antelope, Ca

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This Salvage location is in Antelope, California, and called J&W

J&W Garage was founded in 1945. The original owners were James Auld and “Wegge” Wigren, hence the name J&W.  James purchased Wegge’s portion of the business.  For many years the business was known as J&W for “James and Wife.”   The business was located on Auburn Blvd. in Citrus Heights, California.

The Duncan family took possession of the business on January 16, 1981.  We formed our own corporation, CAN-GRO, INC., and purchased J&W Auto Wreckers, Inc. We are located in Northern California just outside of Sacramento. We ship parts Worldwide, but we would be more than happy to have you stop by to check us out. 8626 Antelope No Road, Antelope CA 95843; Phone: (916) 723-3950; Fax: (916) 723-3953; Toll Free: 800-924-9732.”

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1954 Truck Rosburg, Wa $2500

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It runs, but appears a bit rough.

“1954 Willys P/U 4X4 – Original – rebuilt 6cyl Flathead – RUNS and Drives – Needs tune-up, exhaust etc. – Great Restore Project – Parts are still available for this gem – I Purchased it to restore, however life happens and cannot do the project. Title in hand.”

http://portland.craigslist.org/nco/cto/1922015423.html

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1956 Wagon Shrewsbury, MA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6900.

(05/08/2010) It looks great, but apparently needs a few things.

“1956 Willys Jeep Wagon 4WD Rust Free Original1956 Willy wagon never rusted out. From out West. This is original body, 4WD 6 cylinder flat head 3 spd Odometer reads 73K and I believe it. Runs Great fun to drive needs a few simple things. I have young family and no time to enjoy. First to see will buy These bring 15 to 20 K all shined up. No dreamers please.”

 

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1948 CJ-2A ‘Lefty’ DeForest, Wi *SOLD*

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UPDATE:  Robert reports he sold this.

(07/31/2010) There is some surface rust, but the front clip looks pretty straight.

“This is a 1948 Willys CJ2A with spare tire mount on left side (lefty). Solid frame with some rust in tub. It does not run and will need engine work. Please e-mail with questions.”

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