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There are plenty of interesting, unusual, historic and surprising stories related to Jeeps and their owners. In addition, some of these features have nothing to do with jeeps. This link will display all featured stories starting from the latest.
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Importantly, the allure of buying a project jeep can be romantic. The reality of restoring a jeep can be quite different, expensive and overwhelming without the right tools and resources. So, tread carefully when purchasing a "project". If you have any concerns about buying a vintage jeep, or run across a scam, feel free to contact me for help, comments or concerns .
I have to say, it’s been a good, but busy couple of days. Tuesday, I finally developed a business card design I liked and found a way to easily print some good quality versions. Yesterday, I received an email I’ve been waiting to get for about a decade regarding some family photos that go back more than 5 generations. Today, Hemmings thoughtfully referenced eWillys as they covered my ‘explosive expose’ on Wally Cohn, King of Jeeps. And, tomorrow, maybe I win the lottery?
Thanks to Wes at offroadaction.ca for creating a post about this great collection of black and white photos (how I haven’t stumbled across it is beyond me) at Jeep4ever’s website. Click here to see nearly 200 b&w photos, some you probably have seen and some you haven’t seen courtesy of Jeep4ever.ca (I’ve posted a variety of these previously, but found them through the library of congress).
I particularly like this one.
This one falls into the “I didn’t know they made an adapter for that” department. I was doing some research into whether there was an overdrive solution (besides the Sierra OD attempt) for the Dana 20, which I thought there wasn’t, when I came across this thread from the early CJ-5.com website. It turns out, someone made an adapter that allowed the Dana 20 to attach to a BW overdrive, though I suspect such a combo would only work in a long wheel base vehicle (these adapters are also occasionally on ebay as well). Here’s a pic from the thread.
Additional Threads:
1. Herm the Overdrive Guy: http://www.hermtheoverdriveguy.com/id20.htm
2. International Harvestor: http://www.justih.org/Binder-Bench/showthread.php?p=36604
3. From Jp Magazine: http://www.jpmagazine.com/techarticles/drivetrain/154_0611_old_school/index.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
It sounds a bit rough.
“I have a 46 cj2a jeep with no motor or tranny searing box or stem or title, theirs a bit of rusted threw spots, but nothing to bad, its been painted flat black, not the best job but it looks alot better then it did, jeeps been sitting in the shop for a couple of years now and i have no use for it anymore, need money for other rigs, the drivers side window it cracked drivers side floor boards have rusted threw but there is a homemade piece sitting there just needs welded in passenger side has a actually store made piece sitting there it needs welded as well, fenders and roll bar are both bolted on solid, the full dash is there,lights and wires are all there, the jeep could use a nice sand blasting job and it would look a million times better. email me for more info/ picks im willing to trade for a truck of some sort that runs and doesn’t need much work or none at all.”
I don’t know how common or uncommon these are.
“I’m looking for a 6-bolt hub for a Jeep CJ with a Dana 30 front axle. Let me know if you have a spare laying around and what condition it’s in. Thanks.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $175.
“This is a older vintage warn winch 8000lb Model #5721. Very fast line speed, bulletproof construction and reliable. Comes with 100+ ft of cable, solenoid and rare in cab controls. Power in and free spool out. Everything is there and works great. $175.00 call”
This looks like a great find by Jim. The serial number is 17614. It runs …
“A very rare restoration project. I pulled this CJ-2A out of a barn in Crawford Colorado. It is a very rare original VEC agri jeep, 1946 early serial number, was originally three on the tree, has tool indents, 3 piece agri dash plate, early wire steering wheel, 6 volt, original wheels, original seats, original everything, very little rust, runs, motor is super quiet. Has been in storage, will need brakes, tune up etc The serial number is 17614. Please dont tow this extremey old rig at 70 mph, bring a trailer.”
http://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/cto/1722796299.html
Jim spotted this good looking restoration project. It runs, too.
“Needs a complete restoration, I have started it, the engine sounded excellent, very quiet, I have original seats frames, gas tank, windshield frame etc, very straight dash, cowl, nose etc, tub needs a little work, is a very original complete, very rare willys MB. Have a clean AZ title, make offer etc must sell.”
http://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/cto/1722866609.html
Buy some some nice rims and get a parts wagon!
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Its a 1950 something Jeep Willys. Has a very solid body, no motor or trans. Great for restoration. call mon-fri 8am-5pm 704 485 8187″
http://charlotte.craigslist.org/cto/1723919307.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
This has been available on eBay for a few days.
“$2000 bucks 1957 willys jeep forward control
