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I had this post all completed, then went to add some background information when I discovered that Craig had already added the first page of the patent to his post about the FC-170 Power Hoe. So, lots of heavy lifting in terms of content can be found here, while below you can view the whole patent. I think the illustrations are pretty neat.
Craigs FC-170 Power Hoe page: http://www.thefcconnection.com/Historical%20Literature/Custom%20Built%20Vehicles/The%20Lafian%20Powerhoe/FCaaca/FCaaca.pdf
UPDATE: Through Fred Coldwell’s “Selling the American Wonder“, Maury learned that this unusual ad featuring the Ford Pygmy was published in the August 18, 1941, issue of Time Magazine.
UPDATE: Still Available.
(01/24/2019) Seller is still working on this.
https://modesto.craigslist.org/cto/d/modesto-1946-willys-cj-2a-rock-crawler/6827536045.html
“I’m currently working on a hand built rock buggy that started life as a 1946 Willys flatfender Jeep. I’m still working on it when time allows but I’m willing to let it go if someone wants to make a decent offer. This project is still a long way from being finished but the chassis is fully welded, suspension is complete minus shock mounts, drivetrain is positioned, engine accessories in place, radiator mount half finished, etc. A lot of tube work, body work, all the small details, and finishing work are still needed. You could say it’s basically a good rolling chassis.
100% of the work up to this point has been done by me over the last several years. The frame is 2x4x0.125 box tubing and the round tube is mostly 1.5×0.120 DOM. The 2” roll cage tubing is HREW I believe. Motor mounts, radiator mounts, most of the suspension link mounts are hand made since I didn’t want to compromise with pre-fab stuff.
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Given this brochure suggest the winch would fit on a DJ-3a, this must be post 1956. I didn’t realize the Ramsey was still advertising them so late.
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“Here I have an
Excellent Condition
Single-Sheet Mailer
NEW!
The Ramsey C7R Capstan
For
CJ-5 CJ-6 CJ-3B CJ-2A ‘Jeep’ Universals and DJ-3A ‘Jeep’ Dispatcher
Measures about 8 ½ x 11 inches
Has been folded
Bulletin 141”
I thought this was a strange photo.
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“You are bidding on an original press photo of Cute Macaw Bird Checks Under Hood of Jeep. Photo measures 8 x 10 inches and is dated 11/5/1967.”
This one has a new tub.
https://elpaso.craigslist.org/cto/d/el-paso-1948-cj-2a-willys-overland-jeep/6827850806.html
“1948 Willy Overland Jeep 4×4
Fenders, grill,hood,cowl, tailgate are original body parts.
Main body also known as Tub is a new metal rust free tub.
New gauges, steering wheel seats, carburetor, almost new tires, new spare tire.
4 cylinder 3 speed manuel t90
JEEP also comes with a rebuilt jeep engine and an additional engine that might be salvageable.
Also comes with a spare useable front and rear differential.
Engine in Jeep is L134 go devil engine as are the rebuilt and spare.
ASKING $8900. CASH for everything. May bargain if spare parts are nit wanted.
Call or text ONLY. No emails.
No help needed in selling.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000.
Two curiosities about this CJ-6. One, it appears there is a lien on the title. Two, this appears to have the original cover plate where the transfer case levers should be located. It makes me wonder if this was originally a DJ-6. The serial number ought to reveal that.
“1966 Jeep CJ-6, comes with removable Meyer steel half cab hard top, a period correct aftermarket top that makes the CJ-6 into a little pickup. The doors have rolling tempered window glass, and are complete, I believe one hinge needs to be sourced but the setup is otherwise complete.
Vehicle is a complete barn find – correct first year Dauntless crossfire V6, three speed manual, separate transfer case. Rare 60/40 bench option.
Not currently running, what you see is what you get – a fun, simple, rare old project jeep.”
Runs, but smokes.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/cto/d/monte-rio-1950-cj3a/6826556573.html
“1950 Cj3A
4cyl flathead with a t90 3 speed tranny
Fresh rebuilt carb
Entire brake system is brand new
New front pinion bearing
Out of dmv system but I have the pink
The Bad:
The previous owner had this motor bored .060 over at a machine shop but did not touch the head. I believe the head is slightly warped and letting water into cylinder 3. If I had the time I would have it machined and have a good running jeep but I have too many projects. This jeep DOES run just smokes because of the head.
2000$ as is or 2500$ with a saturn overdrive unit.
Will be sold on stock wheels and tires.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8500.
“Jeep cj 6, Buick v6, no rust have hard top and hard doors, high back cj 7 seats to add as well. All original.”
Glenn shared this wagon.
https://providence.craigslist.org/cto/d/greene-1952-willys-station-wagon/6827163725.html
“2wd Station Wagon, F134 engine, not running, complete with extra excellent hood and fenders. Paperwork included.”
