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1975 CJ-5 Fire Jeep Thorndale, PA **SOLD**

October 3, 2012 • CATEGORIES: CJ5, Features, Fire/Police/Industry Vehicles This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was at auction.

Thanks go to Steve for spotting this jeep on municibid.com.  Plenty of details provided, though the pics aren’t the greatest.

“The Thorndale Volunteer Fire Company is selling a 1975 Jeep CJ-5 previously utilized as a brush fire unit.  This vehicle is owned by the original owner and it was delivered on June 7, 1975.  The configuration into a brush fire unit was completed by the Brush Buggie Corporation  prior to delivery.  Configurations included the integrated roll cage, water tank, extended front bumper with fire pump, and emergency warning lights and sirens.  The vehicle was refurbished in May of 1993 by Fire Company members.

Specifications:
1975 Jeep CJ-5
258 Cubic-inch 4.2 Liter Straight 6
3-Speed Manual Transmission
Manufacturer Date of Jeep: February 1975
BF Goodrich Mud-Terrain T/A Tires
Size: LT235/75/R15

Tread Depth:
Driver’s Side Front: 18/32”
Passenger’s Side Front: 18/32”
Driver’s Side Rear: 18/32”
Passenger’s Side Rear: 18/32”

GVW: 5,500 lbs

250 GPM Gorman-Rupp Exhaust Powered Centrifugal Pump powered by a 9 horsepower Briggs & Stratton 4 cycle motor (Rebuilt during May 1993 Refurbishment)
110 Gallon UPF Poly Tank (Added during May 1993 Refurbishment)
Hannay Electric Hose Reel with 100 feet of Garden Hose
Mileage: 13,625 (As of 9/23/2012)
Inspection Expiration: April 2012
Front Axle Rebuilt: May 1993
Ball Joints and U-Joints Replaced: May 1993
Shocks Replaced: May 1993
Steering Dampener Replaced: May 1993
Re-sprung Leaf Springs: May 1993
Radiator Replaced: November 20, 2008
Fuel Pump and Filter Replaced: March 14, 2009
Equipment Included:
– Federal AeroDynic Lightbar
– Federal 100 Watt Dynamaxx Siren Speaker
– (2) Brush Rakes
– (1) Spade Head Shovel
– (1) Pulaski Tool

The water tank has a 1-1/2” inlet for filling the tank.  Pump provides water to hose reel as well as 6 foot garden hose stored under the passenger’s seat.  Vehicle is capable of “pump and roll”.

Damage includes a tear on the driver’s seat upright portion, a small tear in the passenger’s side seat upright portion, a dent on the passenger’s side front fender, and dent on passenger’s side jamb.”

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Johnny The Jeep Coloring Book

September 30, 2012 • CATEGORIES: Books, Features, toys This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE:  Well, I purchased this coloring book last month.  Let me save you all some money by telling you that the only jeep in the entire book is the one on the front cover (and that one is obviously already colored)!!  Oh well . . .

(08/14/2012) The “Johnny Jeep Coloring Book” from the Merrill Publishing Company #3457 . Copyright 1943. Cover art by Schumacher. It measures 8 /2″ by 11″ and has 48 pages to color.”

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Garton Toy Pedal Jeep on eBay

September 30, 2012 • CATEGORIES: Features, toys This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Here’s a rare old pedal car in need of restoration.

“VINTAGE RARE GARTON ARMY JEEP PEDAL CAR.
SOLID METAL PEDAL CAR ALL WITH ORIGINAL PARTS AND YELLOW ACCENTS/STENCILING.
DOES NOT HAVE ANY MARKINGS ON IT.
IN FAIR CONDITION. THIS PIECE IS IDEAL FOR A RESTORATION PROJECT. MISSING ITS ORIGINAL STEERING WHEEL AND IS MOSTLY COVERED IN RUST WITH FADING PAINT. THE PEDALS STILL WORK, BUT IT WILL NEED A GOOD CLEANING.
MEASURES 39″ LONG, 20″ TALL, 17″ WIDE.”

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Book: Jezebel the Jeep by Fairfax Downey

September 29, 2012 • CATEGORIES: Books, Features This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: Downey also wrote this 1944 article.

I finished reading “Jezebel The Jeep” last month, a fun, quick read written by Fairfax Downey.  Mr. Downey was a writer and military historian who served in both World War I and II.  During World War II he went to North Africa, the same place he sends the book’s protagonist.  The book, only 150 pages, tells a story about a soldier, his jeep, and the difficulties the soldier faces, both personal and professional.

The book’s prose is accompanied by sketches from Paul Brown.  I’ve included a few below, scanned courtesy of John. He enjoyed Paul’s work so much he digitized all the drawings, many including jeeps. You can see all of them at John’s Google+ page. Also on the page is a piece of  ‘Jezebel’ jeep art featured on the cover of Adventure magazine in 1944, an issue that included Mr. Downey’s story.

 

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Dale Model Company WWII Recognition Model **SOLD**

September 29, 2012 • CATEGORIES: Features, Models, Unusual This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.

This looks interesting. I have no idea what the value is.

“This is an absolute amazing find! Pot-metal coaster made by Dale Model Company; 1:25 scale. Rear spare tire has “Dale Model Co Chicago” cast into sidewall. Underneath rear has “JEEP” cast. Star on hood. Paint has chips (see pictures), but appears to be original. Wheels roll; and steering wheel turns. Measures roughly 5.25″ x2.5 and heavy – weighing roughly 14oz.

During WWII, similar models were used for training spotters. At the end of WWII, Dale purchased the molds, and converted to the toy (recognition models). These models are difficult to find, especially in this condition.”

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Tonka Tow Truck Wrecker BOX ONLY on eBay

September 29, 2012 • CATEGORIES: Advertising & Brochures, Features, toys This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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The box is priced at $24.95, but priceless for the right collector.

“This auction is for VINTAGE ORIGINAL 1970 TONKA JEEP WRECKER & PLOW No.2435 EMPTY BOX. The box is in very good condition considering her age (see pic and judge yourself). All complete no missing flap. Perfect for display.”

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