Monthly Archives: May 2012

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The Earth Moved Under Paul’s Feet

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Paul sent this to my inbox today. A couple days ago he removed his stainless steel body from his frame so he can complete the work on his frame.  It’s a good thing he listened to his intuition!

“I spent a few hours yesterday in the connex cleaning up my mess and double checking the security of the Willys body resting on the 2X4 support framework.  For the most part I felt the body was safely held three feet above the floor but my mind kept coming back to the thought “Would it stay in position during an earthquake?”  Since it’s much faster and easier to add additional support structure than it is to repair damaged stainless body panels I fitted eight more bracing legs to the existing body holder.  I really didn’t think any additional strength was necessary but I’d sleep easier with this bit of overkill engineering and the cost in time and money was negligible.  

While taking a shower this morning I was surprised when the house started rocking back and forth as several sharp jolts announced the arrival of an earthquake.  The quake was a small one, only about 4.6 but it was close to Anchorage (about ten miles away) and it was over quickly.  After getting dressed I hurried to the connex, opened the door and viewed a beautiful sight. The Willys body was safely resting on the framework undamaged and perfectly aligned on the supports.  

I realize rebuilding Jeeps can be an experience in frustration when money and time conflict with dreams but I really could do without adding earthquakes into the mix.  I’m slow enough as it is, I don’t need Mother Nature increasing my heart rate with exciting special effects.  On the other hand I’m happy the Willys is safe, the body support held and I don’t have to repair any damaged body panels.  Now all I have to do is to hurry to get the frame work accomplished and reattach the body to the chassis before anymore earthquakes visit my workspace.”

 
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Layton’s Family Restaurant with a Willys Wagon Sign

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Gerald forwarded pictures of this sign (thanks!).  While the Willys Wagon is featured prominently on this sign, I couldn’t find any evidence of its existence elsewhere within the restaurant.  Layton’s is located in Ocean City, Md, and is supposed to be pretty good according to Urbanspoon.

 
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The 3rd Annual Willys Overland Rally: May 18-20, 2012

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UPDATE:  JUST A REMINDER

Sign up now for the Moab Overland Rally, a tribute to Willys Wagon and Trucks.  Click on the picture to connect to the website, http://www.willysrally.com/

 
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CJ-3A spotted in The Dalles

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On our way home from the WAAAM on Saturday we decided to drive through The Dalles, a small town whose name isn’t pronounced like ‘Dallas’ but rather like ‘The Dallzzzz”.  While driving through I took an unplanned turn, then crossed over to a side street where I spotted this CJ-3A (which of course required a few pictures).

 
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Year? MB & Wagon Rising Fawn, Ga Each **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200/each.

It’s a little rough, but plenty of parts there.  I can’t tell much about the Wagon.

“I have an antique Willis Sedan and a Willis WWII Jeep. Both were my dads but have been sitting for a long time, both have some parts missing. I would love to fix them both up but I dont have the time two. Im not sure what theyre worth but I know they are both rare so im thinking $1200 or the best offer. You would have to find a way to move them and I can help.”

 
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Year? GPW? Iona, Id $1500

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No pics.  Unclear just what this is.

“This is an old cj2a the model is actually a ford. All parts the same as jeep”

http://eastidaho.craigslist.org/cto/3016910900.html

 
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1947 CJ-2A Williamsburg, KY **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000

It looks pretty solid.

“I have a 1947 willys its n great shape for its age it does run and drive all the factory gauges work nothing has been updated its all original. I don’t have the money or time to restore. Hoping to give it a good home”

 
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1946 CJ-2A Mesa, AZ **SOLD**

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UPDATE:  **SOLD** Was $3000

Not running.

“Complete truck, not running needs carburetor rebuilt. Couple extra parts. No rust, very nice body. Back bench seat is a little rough, but other than that its in great shape! ”

 

 
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Willys Pedal Car Janesville, Wi **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD* Was $200.

Not much pedal car left.

“1950s Hamilton Army Willys jeep Pedal Car $200 obo”

 
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1946 CJ-2A Portland, Or $1000

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There looks like value here.  That appears to be a Bobcat Fiberglass Body.

“1946 Willys Jeep project
Everything is there it just needs to be put together and some TLC
I have a canvas top, front folding tow bar, rear tow hitch, and roll bar
4.3L V6 engine from a Chevy S10
Fiberglass tub”

http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/3017248110.html