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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
I’d like to know how you open the back gate on this? Looks like a fun rig.
“Rare 1953 Willys, 350 motor, 4 speed muncie transmission, double hump heads! Excellent Condition!”
UPDATE: This was for sale back in August of 2010.
You might have read about this Jeep project in JP Magazine. Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3
“I am selling/trading my Rat Rod Jeep. It was built by the one time editor of JP Magazine and its build has been fully documented in JP Magazine. The jeep is currently registered and insured as a 1955 Jeep because of the frame. Everything works, runs and drives. Please refer to the below list of parts, used to build the project. If you are looking for more information and photos please type in “Sloppy Seconds Jeep,” into a search engine like Google to learn and see more about the Jeep.
Parts List:
Frame: 55’ Jeep M38A1
Body Tub: Late 1940, CJ-2A
Rear Suspension: 1955-1975 stock CJ front leafs
Front Suspension: 36-inch MAS Hairpins with Speedway Motors hardware shackles, and leaf springs.
Engine: GM 194 inline-six, possibly from a 1964 Chevy II
Transmission: 1947-1968 GM SM 420
Clutch: Early 1960’s 11-inch GM truck clutch
Front Axle: 1948 Willys truck housing with 1973 Jeep J-2000 knuckles, brakes, spindles, bearings, and hubs
Rear Axle: 1974-1979 Ford F-150 2WD Camper Special or 4X4 or 1978-1979 Bronco
Brake Master Cylinder: 1955 M38A1
Alternator: Typical GM 1 wire Superior PN7127-1W
Radiator: Early Dodge car. Unknown year or model
Radiator Hoses: Copper pipe (upper), Napa Gates PN 21631 (modified lower)
Belt: GM 1964 Chevy II
Steering: 1948 Willys truck box. Column shortened 4 inches
Tie Rod/Ends: 1948 Willys Truck
Drag Link: 1955 CJ-5″
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Isn’t that a tractor front nose?
“Everything on this truck is brand new besides the body..350 small block 350 turbo trans 9in ford rear..Rear air ride and front disc..Way to much to list the entire truck was built at bonified customs in fairborn oh.This truck was built the right way and made to last extremly reliable..Have way more invested in this but must sell due to moving..call or text 614 556 3211 serious inquiries only please.. ”
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9600.
“You are looking at a one of a kind custom Rat Rod build with all new parts and done right. The truck has been in my family for years as a stock truck. After sitting in a shed covered for years it was time to pull it out and do something cool and different. The entire truck was stripped and all new parts were ordered. The cab roof was chopped 7″ and the main body was sectioned 4″ to give it a real low mean look. The top roof was removed and replaced with a flat hinged roor that can be opened up to 5” in the rear for air movement and looks. The bed was shortened 1.5′. The frame was built on a jig out of 3/16 2×4 tube “z’ed” front and rear to give the truck a bit over 8″ gound clearance. Listed below are the specs on the truck and I have pictures from the day the build began to the very end if you are interested. This truck was built as a rat rod with all new parts and it was built right. Please ask any questions you may have this thing is a head turner people stop me everytime I drive it! Thanks!
*7.8 Liter Turbo Diesel LDT-465 in line 6 Cylinder. Enigine has 17986 miles on it out of a 1989 Military Truck.
*Trans: Spicer 3053 5 Speed Overdrive Manual
* Chevy 12 Bolt rear end with brand new 3.73 gears
* Brand new Bias Ply Tires with great looking “pie” walls
*GPS Speedometer
*6″ Drop Straight Front axle From Speedway motors
* Aluminum Radiator
*Bucket Seats with seat belts
* PPE Brand Diesel Lift Pump
*Custom DriveShaft
*Disc Brakes in front Drum Rear
*Vega Steering Gear Box Cross Steer
*Painless Wiring and fuse Block
*To Many Things To List…”
HOG spotted this. It looks like a good price.
“1948 williys jeepster, 350 chevy motor, atuo trans, power steering dic brakes, great old hot rod, lot of fun to drive. 304 778 7160”
http://charlestonwv.craigslist.org/pts/3283537984.html
This is one nice wagon.
“a friend that started Fujimo in the mid 80’s passed away and i purchased it and finished it. it has had 4 engines a 283,350 ,400 and now a 383 stroker. it has a rack and pinion mustang 2 with disc brakes for a front end. 383 stroker motor connected to a 350 turbo with a 3200 stall converter. top has been chopped approx 4 inches and top of roof stands at apptox 67 inches. car was shown with great sucess in the early 90’s. fujimo was driven and not a trailer queen. he was retired in 1996 and placed in air conditioned storage.. he was taken out approx 5 months ago and sent to an old nascar mechanic in georgia. valves that had become noisy in storage were adjusted, transmission whose seals had dried out was completele rebuilt and cooling system was redoone including new larger radiator, new waterpump and electric cooling fan and larger fan blade was installed. clear coat had a couple of bubbles in it so fujimo was taken down to bear metal and new graphics and coat of yellow paint was applied, new carpet was also installed . old diamond pattern upholstory has a few minor stains but it was decided to leave it alone. considered installing an aftermarket SUV rack for the surfboard but decided against it. It would probably cost over one hundred thou to reproduce this vehicle. have invested over 15,000 since coming out of storage. I am 78 years old so it’s time for my old friend to go to a new home.”
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UPDATE: **Status unknown** Was $22,500.
(05/08/2012) I’d like a closer look at the dash and gauges. Maybe the air ride doubles as an emergency/parking brake?
“0ne of a kind 1959 Jeep Willys wagon woodie rat rod / street rod. This is a show stopper. Gets A LOT of attention. May take partial trade with a lot of cash. Also would like to trade for nice pull behind camper 25-31 foot and cash. Here is a list of mods.
Top chopped 7 in.
Sectioned 6 in.
Wheelwells moved back 6 in.
rear of body widened 3 in at wheelwells
Channeled 7 in. with custom floor
Windshield lowered into cowl 3 in.
Modified factory grill shell
Body was custom painted to give that patina/weathered look.
Pinstriped by HIVOLTS out of Roanoke
sitting on air ride 1982 s-10 chassis
350 engine
12 gallon fuel cell
Flowmaster duel exhaust
Custom wood headliner
WWII style Bomber seats with 350 rivots per seat
Custom dash with s10 gauges
tilt wheels, Pioneer cd stereo”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
You don’t see one of these every day.
“REALLY COOL RAT JEEP GASSER. HAS STRAIGHT AXLE AND FORD REAR. 2 WHEEL DRIVE. THIS IS TITLED AMG DJ5D JEEP, MAIL JEEP FOR THE RIGHT SIDE DRIVE. ITS A 43 WILLYS GRILLE AND TUBB. I DO HAVE A WILLYS VIN TAG IF YOU WANT IT.
THE 350 HAS MEDIUM SIZE CAM, 4 BBL HOLLEY, HAND MADE HEADERS W/ BAFFELS. NO POWER STEERING BUT IT STEERS LIKE IT DOES. NO ISSUE TO TURN. HAS FOLD DOWN WINDSHIELD. SOLID BODY. FLOOR IS WOOD. 50 CAL. BULLET FOR SHIFTER KNOB. LIGHTS WORK. NO TURN SIGS BUT HAS FUSE BOX READY TO HOOK UP. HAS SEAT BELTS. Real Ammo box in back. Lift the door for storage and gas filler. LITE AND FAST.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $12,000.
Lots of power for exploring Idaho.
“49 willys jeepster has small block 400 engine in it. realy awesome car, with low miles. alot of chrome, and brass on this beauty. im asking $12,000 for it, but open to negotiate on price”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5800.
It’s got a Willys Truck cab.
“This truck is a everyday driver if you want it to be.it is a lot of fun and a blast to drive.i traded my harley for this a couple weeks ago and now need to sell it to buy my 17 year old daughter a first car.i may trade this for a good clean,lower milage(less than 150k) car or small sub.it needs to be 2000-up and a automatic.may also trade for another classic car or hot rod,rat rod but must be pre 1972.i like all brands,models and years so send me some pics via tex.now lets talk about the truck.It is a 1953 willys pick-up cab,1941 international rear fenders,1959 volkswagon bug front fenders and all on a injected s-10 frame and drivetrain.i was going to put a small block and turbo 350 in it.we all know that they make small block mounts designed for the s-10 frame.the truck has led brake lights,power brakes,a very kool interior and much more.please understand that this is a rat rod and although it is put together very well it does squeak or rattle a little but its better than a lot I’ve seen.i have a piece of lexan to replace the red one in the back glass.nice wheels and tires are brand new with 50 miles on them.the chopped top looks kool and the body drop is right on time.”
Here’s an unusually modified Truck (or wagon?) from the 10th Annual Car and Bike Show in Atlanta, GA last weekend. I found it on the American Resto Mods Facebook Site.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000
“46 willy jeep 4 wheel drive, 350 chevy motor, 350 tran, new wheels and tires. 250. miles on build.”
