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1950 CJ-3A Glendale, AZ **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5100

(03/24/2012) The engine needs some work.

“I’m selling my 1950 Jeep Willys CJ-3A. It’s been in the family for quite a few years. I’ve personally owned the vehicle since 2006.

The Jeep Runs and drive but it doesn’t drive too good because the motor needs tuned up, and the clutch needs fixed as you will see from the description below.
The Jeep needs quite a lot of work.
1. The engine needs a tune up, new spark plugs, etc. The timing is off a little.
2. Engine is overheating, it just shuts off when it gets too hot, but the head gasket is NOT blown.
3. Something is wrong with the clutch could be any component such as the linkage, pressure plate, etc. I have no clue what the source of the problem is.
4. Probably needs new gaskets for the differentials and the transfer case because there is a tiny leak of gear oil now and then.
5. Gas tank has a leak somewhere but you can’t actually visibly see gas leaking from the tank and dropping onto the ground.
6. Speedometer and odometer do not work.
7. The front end possibly needs rebuilt, a family member told me this by looking at it.
8. I believe these are all of the problems, but I’m not a mechanic, so I don’t know for certain.
Please remember this is an older vehicle, and everything on it is obviously old and not in perfect, ideal operating condition. The Jeep drives and handles quite well considering the fact that it is a 4×4 and a rugged stout Jeep.

4 WHEEL DRIVE WORKS, transfer case engages, hubs lock in, etc.

The motor is not original. It is a V6 from a 1973 Mercury Capri, and it has a Motorcraft two barrel carburetor. It also has a few new parts, nothing really major just little parts here and there such as a new electric fuel pump, new ignition coil.
DUAL EXHAUSTS WITH GLASSPACK MUFFLERS!! IT DOESN’T SOUND TOO BAD!!!
Tires are 33×12.5 BFG all terrains in the back, the two tires in front are just generic all terrains. Tires are older, but they are in good condition and have a lot of tread left on them.
American Racing Wheels.
Bucket Seats up front, bench in the back.
4-point racing harnesses for front bucket seats.

Body is in great condition, but not perfect. No Bondo or any hack jobs.

Full size mounted and balanced spare tire that is pretty old, and four new shocks go with the vehicle.
I would love for this Jeep to go to somebody who wants to own an awesome, one of a kind American made vehicle.
Clean Arizona title. It is ready to sell right now! THE Jeep is not currently registered.
$5100.00 OR BEST OFFER.
Please make me a fair offer. ALL REASONABLE OFFERS WILL DEFINITELY BE CONSIDERED. HIGHLY MOTIVATED SELLER!!!!”

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No Updates til Sunday Morning

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I’ve been busily working on the eWillys App, learning more than I care to know about Phonegap, JSON, YQL, jquery mobile, and more.

I can’t wait to get back to writing rather than programming!

 

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Wagon Question …

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Robin had a question about  a wagon he just bought.  Unfortunately, I don’t have the time to research it at the moment, so I’ll throw it out to you all.

Robin writes, ” just purchased a 1957 Station Wagon that, from the pictures on Craigs List, appeared to be a Parkway conversion. Upon further inspection I am totally confused. It has the rear doors of a delivery wagon that appear to be factory. The windows however, are not flush but recessed and the wheel wells are squared instead of rounded. The history, according to the seller, was:

1. sold to US Forest Service
2. 12 years ago sold to a fella in Moab, UT.
3.  The gentleman I purchased it from got it three years ago and used it as a “daily driver” for two years. It sat for one year when they decided to sell it.

To make a long story short; did they make station wagons with the “delivery” doors?   Some more pics here:  http://www.flickr.com/photos/alturusphoto/sets/72157629855658998/

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Just a few posts this Morning

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UPDATE:  I moved this morning’s posts to the top of tonight’s posts, but I’ll keep this ‘update’ here.

Just a few posts this morning.  I’ll post more a little later.

Ann and I have to run the truck to the dump transfer station (the truck is full of garage cleaning).  This is Ann’s first time to the transfer station, a place special to the family.  It was at the transfer station in 2003 where dad drove the truck for the first time following his stroke.  The stroke hurt his ability to use his right side, so he had to relearn the use of it.

It all started, because he was unhappy with mom’s parking job.  So, he climbed over to the driver’s side while she was taking off the tarp to dump stuff.  He meant to pull forward a few feet, but instead his foot hit the accelerator, causing the truck to lurch forward about fifty feet before dropping over a steep embankment.

There was a shriek from mom and gasps from employees and onlookers.  Soon, news helicopters showed up to film the scene.  However, the copters left the scene, disappointed by the lack of death.  Because, both dad and the truck survived just fine.  It took two tow trucks to pull the truck back up, but it still drives fine.  In fact, it is the very truck we are taking to the dump today 🙂

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1945 Flatfender Tribby, Ok $4500

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I can’t tell if this was a WW2 or CJ, since there has been at least some body repairs.

“AMAZING 1945 Jeep Willys cj2a
Runs and drives great! Needs minor brake work, but in really great shape for this unique CLASSIC!
3 speed~~ electric fan
~must sell~
call or text 405…three six..55984
This is an As is Sale by owner. No warranties are given, offered, or implied.
I strongly urge you to see this Jeep for yourself! Please call or text if you have any questions.
Serious inquiries ONLY. CASH SALE.”

http://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/cto/3028061197.html

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2012 Spring Midwest Willys Reunion

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Bob uploaded pictures from day 1 of the 2012 Spring Midwest Willys Reunion.  It looks like the weather was beautiful.  Bob said he’d try to upload more pictures tomorrow.

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1949 Jeepster Ocean County, NJ **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4100.

If I understand correctly, this only goes backwards?  Looks nice otherwise.  TH350s are cheap.

“49 willys jeepster s10 driveline. 4.3 v6, thm (turbo) 350 tranny only has reverse, 7.5 in rear, front disc brakes, top has a rip in it not too bad, new interior, body is clean considering its 63 years old. have the title for it.
i have well over $5k into the truck. i’m asking for $4100 the price is negotiable just don’t low ball me. i’m outta jackson right by howell.”

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No updates Friday Night

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No updates tonight.  I will update early tomorrow morning on the road to WAAAM.

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