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Year? M-38 Gallatin, TN **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3950

(12/21/2017) One pic shows headlights, another doesn’t.

“Started on this a wY back replaced windshield and casket,new alum radiator,water pump,exhaust manifold,carburetor,exhaust sys all the w@y,Dana 44 rear end,steering sector,great for farm, huntining,plane old fun,4×4 good,clutch feels good, brakes r up,engine sounds good,both drive shafts and United joints replaced frame great shape all five org rims, all gages works, needs head and tail wired tenn title in my name I found another total restored and selling this one I deal with old cars and was my personnel’s project it’s at my shop a my hours r 9 til 6 m thru f 9til 4 sat ask for j. This is a land line,the first pics is the one I bought completed”

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Day 10 – Tuesday May 8: Laurel, Hardy & Wood Cars

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<– Day 9 – Mon. May 7: Jeeps, Rest & Laundry | Day 11- Wed. May 9th: Exploring the Palmetto State –>

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This collection of wood cars owned by Gary and Jean was just stunning!

Day 10: On Tuesday we drove from Suwanee, Georgia, to Harlem Georgia, then on to Charleston.

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Our drive from Suwanee, Georgia, to Charleston, South Carolina.

We didn’t expect any surprises today when we left Tuesday morning for the Laurel & Hardy Museum (or on Facebook) in Harlem, Georgia. The drive took a couple hours.

We arrived to find a modest building with signage starting at the Interstate making the museum easy to find.

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Inside the museum we met Gary, a long-time Laurel and Hardy fan originally from Minnesota. The move to Harlem, Georgia, was specifically due to the museum. To say he’s a big fan might be an understatement; I’d wager he’s there number one fan.

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Given the volumes of Oliver & Hardy merchandise, it wasn’t too surprising that I even found a couple jeeps in the mix:

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Knardly Rolls Sees the Light of Day

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Paul ceremonially rolled Knardly Rolls out of the garage on Monday.

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Knardly Rolls seen peeking out of the garage, wondering if it’s safe.

He writes, “Today (May 7th) I opened the garage door and then removed two of the four insulated panels positioned against the outer surface of the garage door so there would be enough room to move the little Willys from the dark garage and into the May sunshine. I quickly learned I need sun glasses. Most of the body has a brushed pattern on the stainless steel but even brushed stainless is rather reflective when the sun is shining. I’m real glad I didn’t polish the body, that would have been blinding on a sunny day.

The little Willys has been moved into the connex where I’ll fuel it up, check for leaks and see if the engine will start. Once the engine runs well I’ll support the Willys with jack stands and begin testing the operation of the transmission and axles.

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However, before I begin any ground running I’m going to repaint the interior of the garage. The last time I painted the garage was 30 years ago so new paint is long overdue.

Anyway, here’s a photo of the little Willys escaping from the garage. It was a whole different perspective for me since the small garage only allowed me close up views but once it was outdoors I was able to back away and get a view of the entire Jeep. Quite different from what I’m used to.

I’m still having a hard time believing the little Willys is finally done but seeing it outdoors makes it seem more real.”

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1954 CJ-3B Allegany, NY $14,500

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Looks good.

https://buffalo.craigslist.org/cto/d/1954-willys-cj-3b-jeep/6579270748.html

“Meticulously restored, Frame Off, All New Body, Grill to Tailgate, and New Soft Top. Ready to drive and enjoy! Hard to find CJ-3B model! Ready For Summer!”

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1953 M-38A1 Cobb, GA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD**

“Selling an October 1953 M38A1 in solid condition / excellent restoration possibilities. 24-volts, comes with new batteries, new gaskets, hoses, and a bunch of parts, although most of those parts were the original ones that were taken off when newer ones were installed. There are a couple small spots on the passenger side that have old repairs that could use a skim of filler to refresh them (see photo below, beneath the battery compartment and just below slave receptacle dish), but sheet metal is in great condition and no panels need replacement or major repairs. The serial number is right at the change-over from Gen 1 to Gen 2. This jeep has the hinged grill and thumb screw battery cover so it’s one of the last of the first-generation M38A1s. Awesome Korean War / Vietnam piece of military history.”

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1947 Empire Tractor Hanover, NH **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.

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“The Empire tractor consisted of military power components from World War II-era jeeps. It had a 4-cylinder, 40 hp Willys-Overland engine, a Model T-84 Spicer 3-speed transmission, Spicer transfer case with high and low speeds, Willys rear end, steering column and gearbox. It also had PTO, individual clutch-type rear brakes with a stop provided for parking and a rear belt pulley. The fuel tank and an Empire-style seat were mounted on a large operator’s platform (made from Navy ship decking). Its simple, basic gauges (ammeter, oil pressure and temperature), ignition switch and starter button also came from the jeep. The Empire tractor was originally made for exportation in the Lend-Lease Program after World War II.

If I had to mention a couple of things that made the Empire Tractor really unique, one would be the straight bar hitch that pulled from under the center of the tractor (patented) thus making an overturn nearly impossible. The other selling point was, of course, the Willys engine and drive train made famous in the Jeep during World War II. The Empire was a well equipped tractor, very reliable and versatile with its wide range of speeds. Today this tractor draws a lot of attention at shows and is very sought after by collectors commanding higher than average prices. “.

 
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A Few Parts For Sale in MN

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David has these parts for sale. Contact him at trooperdv@msn.com if interested.

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1950 CJ-3A LaPine, OR $1300

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UPDATE: Price dropped to $1300.

(03/13/2018) It’s a project. Has a funky windshield.

https://bend.craigslist.org/cto/d/1950-willys-cj3/6581830175.html

“This is A great starter project for someone wanting to build a wheeler. It has been cut on and frame and body has been stretched. Has Dana 44 front and rear full boxed frame with custom shock hoops, has a full roll cage. Set up for amc v8 and th400 Dana 20 combo but easily changeable. This is just a roller no motor or trans has a clean title in hand.”

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1945 GPW Snohomish, WA $3800

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UPDATE: Still Available.

(02/16/2018) Has a variety of updates. Needs more work.

https://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/cto/d/1945-ford-jeep/6582168448.html

“I have a 1945 ford jeep. Engine has been swapped to a v6 buick motor. Has brand new 4 speed transmission with very few miles on it. Tires are in good shape with a brand new full sized spare. 4×4 works, locked front end. Jeep needs a little steering work so will have to be towed. I have a clean title for it and it has collector plates on it.”

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Day 9 – Monday May 7: Jeeps, Rest & Laundry

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<– Day 8 – Sun May 6: Somber to Soda | Day 10 – Tues May 8: Laurel, Hardy & Wood Cars –>

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Blake showing me around Omix-Ada’s Jeep Collection.

Day 9: On Monday we had the chance to see the “Jeep Collection”, then we returned to our hotel for a long nap. We feel recharged and ready for our exploration of South Carolina today. Here’s a map of our upcoming travels for May 8 – May 10:

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We’ll be spending the night of May 8th in Charleston, May 9th in Greenville (or somewhere there-abouts), and May 10th in Asheville.

Monday was intended to be a day of rest. Our goals for the day were to A) see some jeeps, B) take a nap, C) wash some clothes, and D) catch up on eWillys. I dare say the day was a success, especially the four-hour midday nap!

At 9am we arrived at the doors of Omix-Ada to Al Azadi’s Jeep Collection. Rather than lock the doors and hide (we can be scary in the mornings), they allowed us inside. One of the cool things we noticed right away about the building’s lobby are the full-wall photos of vintage jeeps that begin with WWII and march forward in history. Moreover, the exterior windows also had overlays, though the morning sun limited our ability to see what was there. There was no mistaking that we’d entered a world of vintage jeeps!

The lobby also had a few of the Jeep Collection’s jeeps, but in our exuberance to see the larger collection in another part of the building, we forgot to take pictures of both the lobby and the lobby’s collection. We failed!

Because Dave Logan, my contact at Omix-Ada, had a pre-arranged trip to Canada, Tyler and Blake walked us over to the area that housed the bulk of the jeeps. There, Blake let us wander around and take pictures. In my semi-sleep deprived stupor (I’d been up until 2am the night before), I spent more time talking to Blake about my books than I did taking pictures of the jeeps.

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Blake patiently listening to my stories.

Fortunately for you all, Ann was there and she made sure to take more than 150 photos. And, as I look at the photos for this post just now, I see there were some cool photos on the walls above the jeeps in this area, too, many from press photos we’ve seen over the years. I truly did not see these while I was in there looking at the jeeps. I definitely must have needed more sleep!!

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Most of you have probably seen photos of the collection, but for those that haven’t, the collection lines the walls and windows of the entire space.

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