No updates tonight.  I’m doing some research related to upgrading and improving the site.

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“Misc. parts from a 1962 FC 170, seats, switches, rare speedo cable, much more. NO BODY PARTS or DRIVETRAIN ITEMS. Call 201-741-1423”

http://newjersey.craigslist.org/pts/2955287247.html

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $12,500

“Four-wheel drive Willys Jeep station wagon. It has a 1975 Buick V-6 odd fire engine (approximately 65k miles), a SM465 manual transmission, Dana 18 transfer case, Dana 30 with Power-lock front axles, and a Dana 44 with locker in the rear (axles are 4.10s). The drive train is in good working condition. It is suitable as a daily driver, and for longer trips. It’s a great camping vehicle.

12-volt system with upgraded headlights. It has a custom suspension, with Firestone inflatable air springs, and a towing receiver. All other parts are original, including the seats (all reupholstered), gauges, and wood floor strips. It is a California vehicle, with some rust and dents. The outside has been repainted once. Inside is all original paint. It would make a great project vehicle. Receipts for work done are available.”

Bob forwarded me this image.  We both felt the top looked more designed for GP, Bantam or Quad than for a MB/GPW.

Bob writes, “A woman at work gave me a small print today. Said it was in her aunt’s stuff when she died. It was taken around 1947. Looks like an MB sporting it’s combat wheels. It was her boyfriend who drove the jeep. He was int he Navy at the time, but I don’t know if it was his Jeep or the Navy’s. I think the top is pretty cool”

Looking for anything Easter & Jeep related, I stumbled upon Jinx Faldenburg and her Jeepster named “Hi Jinx” at this website.  Since I had no idea who Jinx was, I had to look her up.  It turns out she was one of the first ‘supermodels’, while also being an actress, expert swimmer, and tennis player.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jinx_Falkenburg

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay

“1946 Willys Jeep CJ-2A. This is a no reserve auction so it will sell regardless of price. The bidding will start at $1.00. It starts good, runs good, and drives good. Original 4 cylinder L-head 134 flathead engine. Good shape. Carb will need to be cleaned or put a carb kit in it (choke has to be pulled out halfway to get it to run good). 4×4 seems to work good as well as the Hi-Lo Transmission. Tranny has a howl in high gear but not too bad. Missing brake access cover. Brakes work good. Clutch works good. Needs a new speedo cable. Speedo shows 1415 miles but not sure if it works (the speedo end of the cable is frayed). Temp and Oil Pressure.”

After fourteen hours on the road yesterday, through sun, wind, snow, rain, fog, and nightfall, Ann and I returned safely to Pasco.  Between the scenery of Southern Utah and Northern Arizona, the FC Roundup, and camping with my kids, and 3200 miles of driving, there was plenty of adventure and fun.  I even went 48 hours without internet connectivity!  Yes, it is still possible to escape the internet (if you have ATT — Ann (Verizon) and my daughter Kasia (Sprint) both had connectivity).

Speaking of my daughter, it was her 16th birthday April 2.  It is safe to say that her birthday evening was NOTHING like the My Super Sweet 16 over-the-top birthday parties on MTV.  The main reason for that is because I’m her dad and I’m horrible at putting together parites.   However, she took her ‘party’ in style as we celebrated at the Howard Johnson in St. George (the winds that night were to gusty to camp).   No doubt it will be memorable for her.

Regular updates return this evening.

Here’s Kasia’s Cake:

Here’s me, Karson (to my left), Colter (to my right), and, in the seat of honor, Kasia: