Monthly Archives: November 2018

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1946 VEC? CJ-2A Lynchburg, VA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5200.

Thanks to Chris for sharing this one. Looks like a good price.

“restoration. The engine and transmission were rebuilt and the frame sand blasted and painted. Since I have owned it for the last 5 years I have also rebuilt the steering box and linkage along with various other fixes. The tires are only a few years old and have plenty of life left. The carburetor has been rebuilt as well.
While doing the drive train rebuild I brought this jeep back to a column shift which it was originally. I drive this jeep all the time and it has been tremendous fun. Only reason for selling is that I have another one and do not have room for two.”

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Taking Delivery of an FC-170 in the 1960s

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UPDATE: As Lew notes, there’s an FC-150 in the latter half of the video. It also has a different license plate (white) than the FC-170 (blue plate) shown near the beginning.

Steve pointed me to his video. It shows a family picking up an FC-170 from the factory. Pretty cool memory!

 
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1955 “Tender” Scottsdale Auction Mid-January

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UPDATE: Turns out we discussed this back in early 2016. http://www.ewillys.com/2016/03/13/1954-wagon-tender-garner-nc-ebay/

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Very cool, but not an original 1954 truck (it is listed at Barrett Jackson as a 1954, though the text suggests it was a 1955 model).

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Scott Gilbert alerted me to this upcoming truck to be auctioned at Barrett Jackson.

Over the years, following a discussion with an Israeli jeep fan named Or, I’ve applied the designation of “Tender” to this style of truck. At the time, he’d sent me a copy of brochure and translated the model as a “Tender”.

Since then, I’ve been searching for an original US version of the Tender, but have not found one. So, while not beyond the realm of possibility, I highly doubt this is an original 1954 Tender for the following reasons.

1954-tender-truck-jackson-barrett-auction7The seller of this truck is describing it as a 1954 Truck and the serial number is claimed to be 55168 10001. However, as of 1954, the serial number system used was the 654 XX2 prefix system (the “X”s standing for various letters) to describe 4WD Willys trucks. It wasn’t until 1955 that Willys Motors adopted the 55168 system, but that year that prefix started with 55168 5001. At some point, there was a 55168 10001 produced, but that would have been late into the1955 year.

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Consistent with a 1955 build, the 1955 55168 trucks model was defined as a cab only version of the Willys truck accompanied by the Super Hurricane engine, same as the truck herein. The “bed” of the truck could have been built from a wagon, so that might be consistent, too.

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However, the speedo shown wasn’t produced until late 1956ish. The Willys emblem used on the hood and on the glove box looks more like an Aero emblem than a jeep emblem. The hockey-stick styling of the external chrome didn’t appear until 1960(?). Meanwhile, the two piece windshield was discontinued in 1960. So, there are major inconsistencies.

I’m sure there are other issues that folks can add to this list.

Here’s the listing: https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Events/Event/Details/1954-JEEP-WILLYS-4X4-PICKUP-225070

Here’s the Tender’s description:

“This 1954 Willys was built as a 1955 model and is Serial #0001. A piece of Willys Jeep history, this example has 2,122 original miles and is equipped with 4-wheel drive. It’s powered by a Super Hurricane 226ci 6-cylinder engine backed by a T90 3-speed manual transmission and Dana 18 transfer case. The exterior was repainted in its correct shade of tan.”

 
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Wooden Jeeps Evanston, IL $20/each

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $20/each

I would have bought all four of these, but the seller hasn’t responded. My guess is they came from Colombia. Maybe someone else will have more luck.

“Different colors to choose. $20 each. Approx. Size is 3″ x 1.5″ x 2”

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1960 Wagon Flagler Beach, FL $17,900

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Mark’s got his nice looking wagon for sale.

https://daytona.craigslist.org/cto/d/willys-jeep-wagon-1960/6753872877.html

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“960 Willys 4 wheel drive wagon
Super Hurricane L6-226 engine
3 Speed T90 trans and Dana 18 transfer case
Engine recently refurbished
New carb and fuel pump
New seat covers and headliner
Transmission refurbished with new syncros
12 Volt electrical system upgrade
New carpet and floor mat
Painted 2 years ago w/ polyurethane
Brakes refurbished
New tires
New clutch disc
Owner’s and shop manual
Roof rack (surfboard not included)”

 
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U.S. Army Amphibian Jeep (Quack) Model & Video

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I just picked up this U.S. Army Amphibian Jeep model (1/2″ scale). It’s dated 1943 from the Mod-Ac Manufacturing Company, LA, California. It looks complete. I’ve never run across a reference to these being called “Quacks”, but it makes sense given the larger ones are referred to as “Duks”.

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Here’s a video of some “Quacks” in action during their testing dates at the Ford Rouge Plant. Lots of video shots I have never seen.

 
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Santa Delivers Old Gold Cigarettes **SOLD**

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UPDATE: Tis the season … Craig shared this ad. Was on eBay until it sold. This was published in the December 19, 1942, issue of the Saturday Evening Post, pg 33.

You rarely see Santa delivering packs of Old Gold cigarettes to all the good boys and girls anymore.

 
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Whitco Smoked Jeep Plate Duluth, MN**SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** for $86.76 on eBay. I didn’t expect it would go for that much.

This plate might have been made by the same folks who made the Ramsey plate I have.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Whitco-Jeep-Colorado-Glass-Change-Tray-Trivet-Desk-Top-Advertising-Free-USA-Ship-/173650567610

“Whitco Jeep Colorado Glass Change Tray Trivet Desk Top Advertising. Clean, no chips or cracks. Please be sure to check all the pictures carefully for condition and size.”

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1971 DJ-5B Wellsboro, PA $3500

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Runs and drives.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2196420210626923

“Great running mail jeep comes with mail trail this is a 1971 right hand drive 2 wheel drive jeep. It has small transmission fluid leak around seal that I haven’t bothered to put a new gasket on but will if you want. Inspection is good until March very little rust. Serious people only please no tire kickers. Willing to take for a test drive if interested.”

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1948 CJ-2A Stockton, MO **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.

Looks like a good price. Needs a fuel tank.

“48′ Willy’s cj2a. Runs and drives excellent, all lights and horn work. Body is decent. Does need a new fuel tank as it leaks. Have title.”

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