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UPDATE: Price dropped to $29,500.
(11/16/2010) Here is a sweet Jeepster.
“53 Willys front clip. 350 Ram jet crate motor. 700R4 overdrive transmission. Power steering. Aluminum radiator. 15 gal stainless gas tank. Stainless steel firewall. 4-wheel power disc brakes. Mustang II suspension. Tubular A arms. Tilt steering column. Ron Francis wiring harness. No rust. Will trade for coupe or sedan of equal value. 505.362.1335”
http://albuquerque.craigslist.org/cto/2407668083.html
UPDATE: Dan forwarded a pic of his yoke. Despite grounding the sm420 rib, the yoke still won’t make it by the tranny while spinning.
For the last year, Dan has invited me up to take a look at his project: the rebuilding of his grandfather’s jeep. Well, I finally got a chance to drop by his remote Deer Park, Washington, home.
As soon as I arrived, my gracious host gave me the cold beer he had promised, a very tasty bottle of Red Hook. Soon after, his four kids wandered in the garage to see what kind of strange guy would drive all the way to Deer Park to look at a jeep and talk with dad. Clearly unimpressed, they dashed back into the endless , densely treed property like baseball players from the movie Field of Dreams.
Meanwhile, Dan and I looked over his jeep and we talked about various issues he circumvented. He said his goal was to build something functional that he wouldn’t be afraid to scratch and dent, so he didn’t sink much time or money into the body. For example, the rust in the bottom of the body was repaired with some fiberglass and steel from the old body sitting across the driveway. It was nothing fancy, but sound. He was concerned it might not be nice enough, but I told him the most important thing is that it satisfied his goals, was solid, and got him closer to exploring backroads.
We also talked about his sm420 tranny. His yoke is hitting the side of the tranny, despite the grinding he has done (I should have gotten a pic of that). He’s hoping he can find the slightly smaller V6 yoke. Does anyone have one of those?
While we talked, his wife dropped by to say hello. We chatted a bit and then she dashed off to finish supper. Dan noted that he convinced his wife he needed a new garage to work on the jeep by parking his jeep inside the existing garage. That seemed to work, so he built a new shop around the jeep project just down the driveway. It’s a fine man cave, clean, organized, with plenty of light.
I asked Dan to take my picture with his jeep and he kindly obliged. After which, I left his piece of paradise to head south so I could hang out with my cousin and explore family history. So, many thanks to Dan for a pleasant time. It was worth the drive!
Here’s yours truly.
I spotted this great shot from Quadratecforum.com.
According to the post, his is a sand Jeep. It was the annual Mt. Baldy hill climb Spring 09. (Silver Lake State Park.) This thing was wicked. Easily won the class. He could stand it up at will and ride it as long as he wanted. Frickin awesome!”
Various parts.
“2 front fenders, muffler, bottom section of leaf spring, drive shaft and roll cage sections heavy gage stock. bob 209-601-3815”
http://stockton.craigslist.org/pts/2403771395.html
The fenders appear mb/gpw. If the body is military, it’s been cut in the rear and the steps modified (so it isn’t original as advertised).
“Selling my 40’s style willys jeep tub and fenders.. all original and straight.need alittle tlc but in great shape asking $300obo contact tj@ 1-425-367-1806 or 1-360-691-1396”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/pts/2406826018.html
Well, if the seller spent more time on eWillys, he would see more original, less unlatered CJ-3Bs! That aside, Rich spotted this solid looking flattie that could use some light body work.
“This is the most original and unaltered CJ3B I have ever seen. We bought it to laser scan and Faro Arm track the body, to create a digital model for a special project. So now that we are done, I am ready to sell this little vintage patina jewel to the next guy to enjoy. It has sat in our warehouse for the last year, doing nothing. We inspected and serviced it lightly. You may want to comb through it before a major outing. We made sure it stops, steers and runs well. It is 100% original. Engine is super smooth, and super simple. 35K original miles. Original paint and markings, even the original wood windshield frame perches are still there! No rust, a few bumps and bruises, but an exceptional virgin CJ. Thanks for looking! JW
TLC is a licensed California dealership. We specialize in vintage Toyota Land Cruisers. Document and paperwork fee of $110 will be added to high bidder. Feel free to come visit. Global shipping can be arranged, at buyers expense”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
Actually, I don’t think the tub looks all that bad. That’s a nice shot of the extender on the back.
“1947 Willy’s Jeep CJ2A Model. We are the 3rd owner and have owned for approx. 2 years now. Previous owner had it for 50+ years. It was told to us that it had approx. 38000 miles on it. Have in hand Clean and Clear Title. My father bought this jeep to restore as a project and has lost interest in it. It is approx. 50% or more unassembled and have approx 95% or more of all original parts. Motor does run great. It does need a new body tub due to the original being to badly rusted. We have original tub with all ID plates still attached. Also have service manual and pics prior to restoration. Any other questions please email me and I can get my father to contact you because he knows more about this than I.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $350.
“1948 Willys CJ2A Jeep with L134 (4 cyl.) engine and 3 speed transmission. Not running, body rough, needs windshield glass, carburetor and passenger seat, but has Harrison heater. No title, sold with bill of sale. ”
it runs. This appears to be the light duty, solid back fiberglass body.
“1947 willys jeep fiberglass body, completely new brake system runs great”
http://detroit.craigslist.org/mcb/cto/2401420446.html
UPDATE: This sold for $6600 on eBay.
This is a column shift.
“Early Willys Jeep 1946 column shift. I would say 99% original!!! All tags match; Dash, Firewall, Bdy and Frame SN: 33037. Toe board and talegate match 24255. The Jeep runs and drives fine for it’s age. I think the engine is original to Jeep when new SN: 33934 holds a little more than 20psi @ idle and about 35-40psi running. It is a column shift but someone cut the shifter @ the floor and put a top shifter in. I have the shifter that was cut and a good one that is included. I have all the linkage and a tranny cover for the floor, but do not have the top plate for the tranny itself. All the wiring is original and most everything works all 6 volt. Coil has been moved to the block but I have the one that mounts on the dash with the key. Very little rust two holes one on eather side in the floor “Wood in hat chanles” that make it rust. Someone has pachedunder the gas tank, tool box solid. I do not have the tail light. All the parts that are never there are!! crank pully guard, splash shield under starter, sheild on frount cross member etc all in place. I am telling you this is one ove the most compleat and original I have ever seen. VERY EASY TO RESTORE. clear Oregon title questions call Dave 541-892-4557″
