Monthly Archives: March 2015

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Don Prine Has Passed

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A legend in the jeep world, Don Prine passed away this morning at the age of 97. Involved in jeeps since the age of the prototypes (he was one of the drivers who drove a jeep up the capital steps in early 1941), Don has lived and breathed jeeps — jeeping, racing, selling parts and servicing them through Prine Jeep — his entire life. I used to see him at races when I was a kid. In 2008 I spoke to him over the phone about stainless bodies; he couldn’t have been more helpful. He will be missed.

You can read about Christian Hazel’s visit with Don here:
http://www.ewillys.com/2012/08/27/part-ii-of-the-don-prine-story/

Left to Right — Don Prine, Christian Hazel, Herm Tilford. Photo by Marty Tilford.

 
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DJ-6 Equipment Specs Brochure **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.

Here’s some good details about the rare DJ-6. Seller appears to be parting out similar specs that probably came from the same booklet.

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Hasbro Slat Grille Toy Jeep Flagstaff, AZ $40

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It’s a 2001 toy, but has some good details.

“1941 WILLYS Army Jeep::MB-HASBRO 2001::NO – 02862 . Good Sharp but is missing Steering Wheel.”

http://flagstaff.craigslist.org/atq/4944137080.html

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Hesse Hornet Air Compressor **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.

This is a little confusing. Seller calls this a CJ-6A engine, but the tag reads CJ-3A. It’s a flathead, so the CJ-6A designation seems incorrect.

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“For sale is a 1963 Hesse Hornet compressor made by the Hesse Carriage Co. It was designed to sit in the back of a pick-up or on it’s own small trailer. This particular Hesse uses a rare Jeep Kaiser 4cyl CJ-6A engine. It pumps air by having two of the 4 cylinders blocked off to compress while the other two function normally. The engine itself looks good and runs great. It may need a small tune-up from storage but nothing major. It does not come with a battery or gas tank. I tested it by rigging up a temporary tank.
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1966 M-606 Big Island, Hawaii **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: M-606 (military CJ-3B) • TAGS: This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $12,000.

This has a tool indent on the passenger side, a military tank, and no WILLYS stamps. Sure looks like a M-606. I didn’t know they installed V-6s in them? The jeep has a few other updates.

“1966 Jeep CJ3B. This is a very rare military version classified as an M606 with factory 225 V6. It does not have any Willy’s stampings on body because it was built after Willys was sold out.

The chassis has been completely redone. Everything has been powder coated and rebuilt.
Factory rear Dana 44 with a newer open knuckle Dana 30 front. Front and rear have 427 gears. Rear has a power lock. Front has a Detroit locker. All new bearings and seals.
T90 transmission & Dana 18 with heavy duty case.
Transmission and transfer case have been completely rebuilt. Transfer case has a Teralow gear kit.
Brand new center force clutch (hydraulic). Brake and clutch assembly have been modified to a hanging pedal assembly.All new suspension. Brand new power steering box.
225 V6 has been rebuilt. Brand new alternator, headers, starter, electric fan and misc.
Brand new seats and tires. 2500 miles on Jeep. ”

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1949 Wagon Priest Lake, ID **Status Unknown**

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UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $3000.

Later engine, but looks like a real good price.

“1949 Willys Overland 4×4 wagon.
All original except motor which is Ford 215 cui six. All there, runs well. Licensed and titled in Idaho. New wheels, tires, new upholstery, door panels, interior pan sanded to metal and re-painted with original wood slats. 12 volt conversion.
Great project.
Must Sell: over $4500 invested, sell for $3000 OBO Located in Nordman/Priest Lake, Id”

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1953 M-38A1 Grand Haven, MI **SOLD**

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UPDATE: Sold on eBay for $10,000

“1953 Willys Army Jeep M38A1 in very good condition. Jeep came out of Arizona and was owned by same person since the 70’s. I bought a year ago and gave full tune-up with new plugs, wire, points, condenser, distributor, etc. Runs awesome and starts every time. It has no rust at all and it is an old Jeep so it does have a couple of drips which is to be expected. This vehicle is ready to roll so you can buy and drive. Also has the heater option which is nice. Everything is working. The paint is nice, but this is not the $16,000-$20,000 Restoration that you see out there, but it is a very nice $12,000 Jeep and worth the money.”

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1945 Flattie Folsom, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $45,000.

This deserves some nicer photos.

“I own a beautiful 1945 Willy’s jeep, everything custom from the king shocks, body, tires, lift, interior, to the monster 454 fuel injected engine. There is a huge amount of work and extras put into this jeep to mention. call for more info. 45,000 Obo.”

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1948 CJ-2A Anaconda, MT **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000

Looks solid.

“I have a 1948 CJ2A for sale. The tub and interior are in great condition. Has a strong running small block Ford V8. New exhaust including headers. New motor mounts from advanced adapters. Drives great but does need new drive lines because of repositioning of engine. Can be driven as is but doesn’t have front drive line so no four wheel drive. Will work perfect once drive lines are replaced (should only be a couple hundred for custom ones to be built do to being so short.) Feel free to contact me if you have any questions.”

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1954 M-38A1 Merritt Island, FL **Status Unknown**

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UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $14,999.

Another good looking M-38A1.

“1954 WILLY’S JEEP M38A1
• Looks Great!
• Runs Great!
• Fun To Drive!
• Carburetor Rebuilt Within The Last Ten Months.
• Fuel Tank Replaced Within The Last Ten Months. (Comes With Old Fuel Tank Also)
• Master Light Switch Replaced Within The Last Ten Months. (Comes With The Old Switch)
• Military Steel Ax Mounted Over Passenger Rear Fender.
• Full Size Spare Tire Mounted Passenger Rear Body.
• Five Gallon Steel Jerry Can Mounted Driver’s Side Rear Body.
• Military Shovel Mounted Under The Hood.
• 24 Volt Water Resistant Electrical System.
• Blackout Drive Lamps.
• Brake Light Switch Replaced Within The Last Ten Months.
• Extra Set Of Four Spark Plugs.
• Complete Set Of Data Plates.
• Converted Oil Bath Air Cleaner To Napa Gold Dry Filter (Comes With Oil Bath Filter Also)
• Comes with Custom Made 2″ Hitch Receiver Which Is Interchangeable With The Standard
Pintle Hitch.
• Military Top With Frame And Doors.
• Extra Frame With Bikini Top.
• Manuals
• Easily Could Have 29,000 Miles as The Odometer Shows But Will Be Sold as True Miles Unknown.”

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