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Photo of Jeep at Specker Motors

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.

Marc spotted this reprinted photo on eBay. I tracked Specker Motors to Marquette, MI. You can see more pics here.

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No Updates today

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Spent the night last night in Connecticut and had a nice time meeting extended family I hadn’t ever met. We’ll likely be staying in southern Mass tonight. Then we’ll wind northward through Mass and into Maine. We’ve been talking about trying to reach Acadia NP. More tonight.

Oh, am behind on emails, so I hope to catch up tonight.

 
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1948 CJ-2A Aumsville, OR **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500.

This build looks clean, but having the speakers mounted like they are means you’ll have to cover them whenever jeeping. Maybe that part is removable? The hood scoop is unusually shaped.

“1948 willys sb400 chevy 3 spd runs good all new wiring ,gauges ,seats ,stereo ,33 baja claws on weld wheels real head turner $5500.00”

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Buffalo News Article

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Thanks to Gary, I got connected to the Buffalo News, which picked up my story of bringing a plaque of my great great grandfather Rudolph Wurlitzer to the North Tonanwanda History Museum.

http://www.buffalonews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20130525/CITYANDREGION/130529746/1019

 
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Year? CJ-2A Rio Verde, AZ $2500

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This jeep has floating rear hubs and the crank starter.

“This jeep has a crank start as well, original windshield.
4 wheel dtive.
OBO”

http://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/atq/3819199818.html

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East Coast Willys Club

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CORRECTION: I accidentally wrote that Paul launched this new website when is was actually Kyle.

Kyle Butcher has launched a new jeep club. He asked me to share that information:

This New club merges pre-1970 jeep loving people. It isn’t just for flat fenders but all classic Jeeps. Great start and great group of people. There are also multiple options. You can join as a member and recieve member benefits or just go on the forum and the facebook for free, up to you. http://www.eastcoastwillys.org and east coast willys association on facebook.

This is an organization to bring pre 1970 Jeep enthusiasts together.
To join go to the online store and select membership.
ANYONE IS WELCOME TO JOIN AND PARTICIPATE IN EVENTS. THIS IS BASED OFF OF PRE 1970 JEEPS AND EVENTS ARE DESIGNED FOR THOSE VEHICLES.

 
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1953 Parade in Which Texas Town?

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Joe submitted these pics and question:

Question: What happens when you combine the festive atmosphere of the Texas State Fair, a U.S. Army Band and a battalion of M38 Army Jeeps.

Answer: You have a huge parade and tax the driving skills of 24 soldiers with driving in close-order formation.

These LIFE photos by John Dominis are available for sale on the internet. Do an Image Search on “LIFE Jeep-Borne Army Band”. I count 24 jeeps………. Can anyone identify the name of the city in Texas where this was photographed?

http://images.google.com/hosted/life/34e6a0f9c68b49a8.html:

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Happy Mothers Day — No Updates Tonight

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Between Antique Fire Engines, 16,000 toys, and a French Laundry, our trip from Mackinaw City to Fenton, MI, proved to be fascinating and fun. We have plenty of pics to share, but those will have to wait for at least a day.

Happy Mother’s Day MOM!

 
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Sailor Driving CJ-3A Pulling a Stage

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I’m sure there’s a story behind it, but I fear we’ll never know why a sailor was driving a CJ-3A and pulling a stage through a neighborhood.

“Original vintage snapshot photo, circa 1940s or 1950s. Sailor at the wheel of a Jeep, pulling a trailer that looks to be a stage – “When The Rains Came.” We do not have any details about the location of this photo. Some minor age toning, otherwise a nice image- as seen in scans. Measures about 2-3/8″ x 3.5″

View all the information on ebay

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1946 CJ-2A Elk Grove, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500.

“VEHICLE DESCRIPTION:
Presented today for your consideration is a 1946 Willys Jeep Flat Fender. This vehicle is street legal and set up for your off road adventure. Willys jeeps from this era are very hard to find and this one is set up right. Fold down the front window, remove the top, put it into “climb like a mountain goat” low-low and enjoy the great performance of this true American icon! Back seat area with seat belts lets the whole family enjoy the ride, or simply pile in your buddies and a cooler and hit the trails! No rust underneath, or on body panels. ”

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