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I just drove up to Seattle and will be around for the next couple of days (I got a special pic I’ll be posting friday night). So, no updates tonight, but I plan to do some thurs AM .. will probably be updating throughout the day.
Goose wrote me an email today, announcing he had finished the restoration of his CJ-3B. Not only did he complete his budget-conscious restoration in only 4 months, but he also documented it in two different locations (see links below); not a trivial task! He’s done a good amount of work in a short time and I think he’ll be happy with it for quite a while. Well done Goose!
Goose writes, “Hey Dave. I finally got my jeep finished and wanted to share the story. I’ll include a couple pics with this email but feel free to pull any others down from the links below too. The first link is from thisoldjeep, which I discovered here and the second is from a site where I frequent due to my dirtbike passion.
http://thisoldjeep.21.forumer.com/viewtopic.php?t=578&highlight
http://www.thumpertalk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=949807
Here are a couple before images:
Here’s a midway point photo:
And a couple completed photos:
Randy spotted this unusually equipped Crosley. He spotted it in this USGS document.
UPDATE: Roberto had originally noted this was from Brazil, but when I checked out the website, I saw Londrina – PR, which I interpreted as Londrina, PR. So, I did a search from Londrina, PR and somehow found a town called Londrina in Puerto Rico. Unfortunately, it seems I was a sleep at the keyboard. Because Hugo, from Uruguay, contacted me and told me the company was based in Brazil. Puzzled, I did another search and could no longer find a Londrina in Puerto Rico. Oh, the mysteries of the internet! So, thanks to Hugo and Roberto!
Roberto spotted this Cinfel website. I don’t know anything about the seller and I can’t tell if the seller is simply a reseller or manufactures these parts. Anyone know?
UPDATE: Was $1500. **SOLD**
(01/09/2011) “1959 CJ3B for sale all original make offer”
UPDATE: See the comments below. This may be another NM Scam.
No pics provided.
“Old Willy year model original 1944 in fair running condition, in need of restoration , new mexico body not much rust on this one , was told it was original us navy , but to not know for sure, has an old canvas top needs replacing, it is still usable, only surface rust on the whole body, 4cylinder engine 3 speed transmission, the frame has never been cut up to put in a big V8 price is firm, if I cannot sell it for this price I will sell it for scrap steel next week. the jeep was given to me by my brother who pass away 2 years ago, I tried to fix things on it but no one would help me out. So got fed up with it and I do not even use it or need it it is taking up part of my yard space, and I got it for free , so I don’t really care about it. I have a good title in hand , email me for address to come view and bring cash. I will not hold it for any callers, first come first serve, Please to not email with stupid questions I might trade for other items , let me know what you have to trade. and please will not trade for things that go bang bang.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $750.
I think this needs paint ….
“1947 willys jeep, good parts or hunting in the hills vehicle. Got title but no keys, needs new ignition switch.”
This might make a good restoration project if the seller’s description is accurate.
“This is a PROJECT Jeep from the Korean War era. It is an excellent platform for a complete restoration, or you can build it up as a fun Jeep to run around in.
It has many very valuable and rare military spec parts, and will come with the following parts. I will not separate the parts or allow cherry picking of the expensive and rare items. You could buy this jeep and easily part it out for more than my asking price.
Jeep rolls, steers, and stops. The axles and drive train are complete and original. The correct stamped Willys RMC engine is disassembled, but remains in-frame. The body has both data plates, and they match.
Comes with correct and original Carter YS waterproof carburetor, Engine lift hook, air cleaner, underhood battery box in excellent condition. Has correct 24Volt generator, starter, and distributor. Correct headlight guards, and all original Willys sheet metal. Very little rust, and the body is solid.
Has date correct Cooper NDT mil spec tires, etc. Original seat frames in good restorable condition. Comes with other NOS and good parts. Sold with bill of sale only. Call James at 510-682-6398 to see it.”
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/2167127763.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $500.
The engine is out. This might be good for some parts.
“Engine is out,but it runs good.Was removed to replace clutch,but later determined that transfer case is stuck in neutral.I just finished putting a floor in it,but the rest of the body is pretty much shot.Selling whole,will not part out.Plow set up has been removed”
This appears sound.
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Canadian edition army jeep – 1967. Michael at 1-604-408-5802 (please leave a message)”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/2166023488.html
