Monthly Archives: August 2015

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1958 Kaiser / Land Rover Merger Discussions

August 6, 2015 • CATEGORIES: CJ5, Features This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Frazier came across a fascinating post on the Land Rover Series One Club forum. Apparently, there were discussions between Land Rover and Kaiser Willys about working together or a merger. According to this book about the British Motor Industry, the talks occurred in 1958. After exchanging information and design ideas, it appears Kaiser backed out of the deal.However it happened, Land Rover engineers apparently built a hybrid CJ-5 Land Rover. All the photos can be seen at the Rover forum. You’ll need to sign up with the forum to see all the photos.

According to one of the photo’s captions, Using the transmission and chassis from an 88 inch model (shortened to 83 inches) this hybrid LR/Jeep prototype was created by Land Rover as potential partnership discussions between the two companies were held. Ultimately no association was formed but an interesting prototype all the same.

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Robin’s New (Old) FC Weasel

August 6, 2015 • CATEGORIES: FC150-FC170-M677, Features This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Robin picked up this FC Weasel recently (thanks to Marty who spotted it on Facebook).

He wrote, After I got this think home two things came to mind. First-What The Heck!!!!! I have no clue about track vehicles. Second (after some research) the build is backwards. The engine should be in front, not in the rear.  A really ingenious build actually.

Robin also noted that the floor is made of street signs. Follow this Flickr link for more photos: https://www.flickr.com/photos/alturusphoto/sets/72157656366380805

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1949 Photo of Jeep Tour Through Portland Sewer on eBay

August 6, 2015 • CATEGORIES: Features, Old Images This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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I’ve never heard of a jeep tour through a sewer.

“1949 Press Photo Portland city commissioners went on a jeep tour Thursday
This is an original press photo. Portland city commissioners went on a jeep tour Thursday through new 1 1/2 mile sewer running undreground from Columbia slough to Oregon slough. In front, from left, are Commissioners Ormond Bean, William Bowes and Driver Chuck Odell, Commissioner Fred Peterson is at upper right.Photo measures 7.25 x 9.5inches. Photo is dated 12-30-1949.”

View all the information on eBay

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1948 CJ-2A Wheat Ridge, CO **SOLD**

August 6, 2015 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2200

The engine needs rebuilding, but the jeep looks solid. Seller is an eWillys reader.

“Project 1948 Willys CJ2A. Have Nebraska title signed over to me, but have not been able to transfer to Colorado as the VIN used on the Nebraska tile does not appear on the vehicle. Needs a VIN inspection and bonded title. Unmolested body in very good condition. Floorboards, cargo floor solid. Not a rust bucket. Great Frame. Restoration started, but do to pending move must sell. I was going for a stock rehab. Has a very good L134 Go-Devil engine that is disassembled. Needs light machining for rebuild. Block is very clean, no visible cracks or problems. Transmission/transfer case are still in vehicle, look good. Most parts have been removed, cleaned, primed and painted. Rebuilt the front brakes, hubs, new bearings and seals. Rebuilt Ross steering box and bell crank. Rehabbed windshield and grill. Removed all the old wiring. Most parts and hardware are bagged. boxed and labeled. Nice Jeep, fairly easy project for the Willys enthusiast. I’m not willing to part out, sold as a complete vehicle.”

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Year? DJ-5 Keswick, VA **SOLD**

August 6, 2015 • CATEGORIES: DJ-5 & DJ-6 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $750.

This ex-hot dog jeep is worth a look.

“Vintage U. S. Postal Service mail delivery Jeep. Bright yellow. Reconditioned with LED lights and good tires. Federal auction so bill of sale, but no titles was issued. Eligible for abandoned vehicle title. Would consider trade deals for solid utility trailer or motorcycle. $750 cash”

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1945 GPW Fallon, NV $10,500

August 6, 2015 • CATEGORIES: GPW (Ford MB) This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: Pics now provided.

“RUNS GREAT – MANY NEW PARTS – NEW TIRES, ETC… $10,500.00 FIRM – CASH ONLY – ”

http://reno.craigslist.org/cto/5110292246.html

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1946 CJ-2A Naperville, IL **SOLD**

August 6, 2015 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A • TAGS: , . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,000.

Would make a fine re-enactment jeep.

“1946 CJ-2A with 90% resto to 1944 MB. Body is in good condition, no rust. Used in WWII reenactments and parades, always kept garaged. Runs fantastic- New electric, rebuilt engine, rebuilt transmission, rebuilt starter, installed new fuel line, muffler, clutch, given her a fresh paint job, canvas. Has pioneer tools, “jerry” can, but tow rope not available.”

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1962 King Midget Owatonna, MN **SOLD**

August 6, 2015 • CATEGORIES: Other 4x4s This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $750.

This popped up during my searches.

“1962 King Midget Model S Mirco 2 Door Convertible Car With Wisconsin 10hp Gas Motor, Also Have Title. Comes With 2 Rims for front, The Two That Are On Front Are There For Just Rolling,This Will Need Work, Motor Is Free, Would Make a Great Golf Cart Rat Rod Are Restore”

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Red River and Russells Travel Stop

August 5, 2015 • CATEGORIES: Features This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Gayland recently visited Red River, New Mexico. On the way he stopped by Russell’s Travel Stop along I-40 on the New Mexico/Texas border. Inside the travel stop is a CJ-2A. Bob stopped by there in 2013. Gayland shared a few of his pics.

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When he got to Red River, New Mexico, he spotted multiple jeeps, including this CJ-3B with a unique top.

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Need New Terra Tires?

August 5, 2015 • CATEGORIES: Features, Tires and Rims This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Burl discovered that Titan Tires still carry Goodyear 4ply Terra Tires. http://www.titanstore.com/info/XTR396

Burl writes, The tires are actually made by Titan Tire; Titan bought the molds from Goodyear. Most listings will only list the 8 ply but there are 28 of the 4 ply tires available if none have sold since I purchased mine.

The fellow to contact is Terry Nagel. He is the factory rep for Goodyear. When I inquired about these in the beginning he checked inventory on the 4 ply and he found 31 each of the 4 ply in, I think he said Cleveland but I could be mistaken on that issue, and are available.

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