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FC-150 as a Farm Jeep

• CATEGORIES: FC150-FC170-M677, News, Unique Jeeps, Unusual • TAGS: , , , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Note: This post will remain on the top of the page for the next few days. (5-23 to 5-26)

FC-150 as a Farm Jeep – by Barry @ Farm Jeep

www.farmjeep.com has focused on the Jeep CJ series. While researching snowplows last winter, I came across this eWillys post – https://www.ewillys.com/2010/08/13/1957-fc-150-jamestown-nc-ebay/ Here is evidence that at least one individual used the FC-150 as a Farm Jeep.

Fast forward to the Spring Willys Reunion in North Canton, OH. While talking to some friends, I saw an FC-150 pull into the motel parking lot. As the driver parked, I could see a PTO on the rear! An FC-150 Farm Jeep in the wild. I quickly tracked down the owner, Seth Hensler. Seth, who goes by the name of “redeye_garage” on social media, was kind enough to give me a tour of the FC’s PTO setup.

For demonstration purposes, Seth has attached a fertilizer spreader. You can see more details in this picture.

Seth has a YouTube channel where you can see more of the FC-150, including this one that shows the PTO working at an antique machinery show –

We will soon add FC-150 information from Seth and others to the Farm Jeep site. In the meantime, please let us know if you have seen an FC-150 as a Farm Jeep at a show or in the wild. You may leave a comment here or contact me at barry@farmjeep.com

Submitted and authored by Barry of www.farmjeep.com. Thanks Barry for the story look forward to seeing if anyone else has some information on FC-150’s used as Farm Jeeps.

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1946 Jeep Willys $1,750 Columbia City, IN

• CATEGORIES: CJ-2A, Unique Jeeps • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

**Removed link to ad, will keep the photos up the rig is pretty cool still, but was marked as a Scam post. Which happens quite a bit on all levels. We try to vet them out as best possible. Thanks.

 

1946 Jeep Willys $1,750 Columbia City, IN

Andy’s Picks but this is a neat set up, needs some work, but the price point is not bad for a unique jeep.

Information from seller:

I have a nice 1946 Willys jeep truck for sale for parts or restoration. Has 4 cylinder engine. Manual transmission. Snow.plow along with pump assembly. 4×4..has title. Open to trades or cash. Let me know if you have something you want to put towards trading or cash or both. Pick up in Columbia city Indiana 46725. Could possibly deliver within 60 miles for a fee. Time to buy a one of a kind Willy’s jeep truck.

 

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1966 Jeep CJ5 $36,000 Mt Airy, NC

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1966 Jeep CJ5 $36,000 Mt Airy, NC

Mike shared this one with me and its really nice.

I thought I’d pass this along, a beautiful Tux CJ5, way beyond the price range that most of us could afford, but truly the best I’ve ever seen, Mike.

Information from seller:

This is a very rare Jeep tuxedo park were only built for three years. They are very different from a regular CJ five they had higher geared rear ends column shift split front seats chrome bumpers chrome windshield stands crown windshield lock crown tail lights Crome license plate bracket that folds down Four-wheel-drive and the rare Surrey package was only available in pink blue or light green. This is an all matching number 33,000 actual mile totally restored tuxedo park call for more information. This Jeep was restored as a tribute to Jimmy Buffett. Also included is an autograph guitar with letter of authenticity and pictures of Jimmy Buffett signing the guitar.

https://www.facebook.com/share/1R1H7DkZrp/

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Willys Powered Train 18″ Gauge Railroad Locomotive (Auction)

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Willys Powered Train 18″ Gauge Railroad Locomotive (Auction)

“Andy’s Picks”

https://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/196399058_18-gauge-railroad-locomotive

How about a Willys Train, for that person who has it all and is hard to buy for, this thing is neat. Its not going to be for everyone but I would help wrench on it if it was local.

Auction.

Seller’s Description

*Owner states believed to be built by Custom Locomotive Inc. Chicago Illinois *Locomotive built for an 18″ gauge model railroad *Made to resemble a steam locomotive *Powered by a Willys Jeep 4 cylinder gas engine *Currently non running with unknown engine condition *Lunkenheimer brass steam whistle *Mounted air compressor for air brakes *Sells with bill of sale only

Buyer’s Premium: 20%

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1961 Jeep Fleet Van Los Angeles, CA $22,000

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“Andy’s Picks”

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1131795548469538/?rdid=nH2p7JsAEf453B1b&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F1CZmfDMnuq%2F

RH Drive Fleet Van up for grabs!

Seller’s description

Jeep Fleet Van 1961 Classic in very good condition. Drives, Service required. Very rare model.

Good fit for make it Ice Cream or Coffee Truck

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RLT Development’s Husky R.V. Jeep Kit

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UPDATE III: Robert’s RLT Husky

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UPDATE II:  Ray sent some pics of a Husky he built in 1992. (Also, if you are in the UK, I know of a Husky kit jeep for sale in Jersey)

Ray built this RLT Husky R.V. atop a Ford Escort MK2 chassis. It took Ray 2 years to build his rig. He combined the kit with original parts. As you can see, it is one of the more authentic looking Husky-jeeps built from the kit. Ray sold his RLT Husky in 1995.

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Originally posted August of 2013:

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Sometimes called the Husky R.V. or the R.L.T. Husky, this Jeep Kit was sold out of the UK and used atop a Ford Taurus or Ford Escort Mark IV (and other cars?). It was available for an unknown period during the 1980s and 1990s.

“R.V. – Rugged and Versatile aptly describes these tough, reliable and inexpensive all-weather vehicles. The unique exterior MDF body combines great strength with structural rigidity and will not rust, crack, craze or splinter, yet is easy to repair.

The sturdy steel chassis, with substantial (de)fenders front & rear, is built for long life, stability and to cope with rugged conditions. Seating can vary from 2 fronts with a rear load space, which can be fitted with forward, rearward or inward facing rear seats, accessed via a ‘walk-thru’ from the front can be accommodated by simple modification to the cutting and assembly process, or the rear zip up rear hood window, with or without the optional opening tailgate

Fold-flat windscreen. Ford front engine/RWD ensures safe predictable handling, amazing traction and reliable mechanics. Nimble as an Escort, the HUSKY turns tighter than a London Taxi and yet provides a comfortable ride even over rough terrain. Safety options include a hefty Roll Bar, front Nudge Bar and chassis mounted Side Impact bars/steps”

Some pictures:

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IMAGE LINKS:  Use these links to see the above large res images herehere, here, and here.

http://www.locust.org.uk/about/brochures/wrv/page2.html

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1962 Willys 101 (Brazilian) NC **Status Unknown**

• CATEGORIES: Other 4x4s, Unique Jeeps • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $21,000.

“- production model from Brazil (very rare)
– 1962 willys 101
– 4 door
– runs & drives perfect
– new top (imported from Brazil)
– new two barrel carb
– 6″ lift
– 90% left on 35 Mickey Thompson tires
– Brazilian Chevy inline 6
– dana 44 axels
– has had a frame off resto. About 7yr ago.
– everything works as it should
– 0 rust on frame
– no through rust or patches on body
– 5 speed trans
– about 8k on motor (since rebuild)

The jeep is priced well below Hagerty value. Is 100% ready to drive and enjoy. The only thing it would need is a paint job. Please don’t waste my time or yours with lowball offers. All deals will be made in cash and in person. Feel free to call or text.”

https://boone.craigslist.org/cto/d/1962-jeep-willys-101/6259587176.html

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1948 CJ-2A Double Ender

• CATEGORIES: CJ-2A, Unique Jeeps • TAGS: This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

1948_cj2a_stockton_whichwayUPDATE:  I thought this was unusual (and was for sale on ebay in May 2009), but a couple days ago I  ran across a post at the Hemmings Blog which had a bunch of these type of vehicles.  You can see a few below.

“(from the ad on ebay) Here is a one of a kind parade Jeep.  It was finished October 2007 and was shown at the 2008 Fall Willys Reunion in Jefferson City, MO.  No restorable Jeep body parts were used in its construction. Mechanically it is in very good condition.  It is controlled from the red end only.  The engine starts and runs good, transmission and transfer case work good.  It has standard Jeep 4-wheel drive.  The brakes were rebuilt.  The gas tank is from a Willys pickup.  It has a new wiring harness, new gauges, including fuel gauge and fuel sending unit.  It has a new alternator, fuel pump and rebuilt starter.  It comes with a vinal cover for transport.  All lights work including rear head lights and will pass Missouri State inspection.  It has a clear Missouri title. ”

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Other Double Enders from Hemmings (see more at Hemmings):

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Race Jeep Tenino, Wa $9,000

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Update: No Recent Update

I like the color mix as well as the overall construction.  Front shackles are reversed and it appears the rear springs are outboarded.

“Custom Race Jeep, narrow fiberglass body. Chevy 355 full roller motor, four speed top loader transmission, Dana 20 twin stick transfer case, custom Dana 44 front w/posi Dana 44 rear. Lots of horsepower. Ready to Race or take to the dunes. “

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Book Review: The Jeep (book) by the Olyslager Organisation

• CATEGORIES: Bantam-FordGP-WillysMA-EarlyJPs, Books, Features, Unique Jeeps, Unusual • TAGS: This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

I don’t know when or where it came from, but at some point my parents obtained a book simply titled “The Jeep“.  It was mostly a picture book, which as a young kid was perfectly fine with me.  I open and looked through it many, many times. Ok, I still open it ….

However, it wasn’t just a book with a few pics of jeeps you see everyday.  Instead, it’s a slim book full of a wide range of pictures.  Of course, there’s the standard bantam, mb, seep, gpw, etc. But, there’s also, for example, 3 images of the Willys/Nuffied modified airborne jeep, seen to the right (though not from the book — it’s from a russian site — the book images of the Willys/Nuffield are at the bottom of this post).

I bring this up, as I ran across a copy of the book at the Boise Library today.  So, I snapped a few images of the pictures with my digital camera (hence the poor quality – purchase the book to see them sharply) and will post a some of them.

I haven’t asked for permission to post them (I TRIED to, but can’t find the contact info for them), so I’ll add this pitch for the book.  This book is a must for any jeep nut.  While it’s a fairly small book with only 64 pages, the collectors prices (at amazon) were hovering around $45. It’s a perfect size for your kids.  The organization responsible for publishing the book is the Olyslager Foundation (link?), which has published a number of other cool books listed at the Open Library Project.

Now for some cool, but poor quality pics to wet your appetite…

One of my favorite sections of the book show how quickly a crate jeep can be put together.  The book documents this particular group only took 3 minutes and 31 seconds to put it togther.

Check out the rest of the pics …..

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1948 CJ-2A Arvada, CO **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: CJ-2A, Mighty Mites, Unique Jeeps This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $500

“1948 Willys Jeep CJ-2A. AS-IS parts or restore. No title. The drive train is complete But the chassis is shot. We do have a few other little parts in a box that we didn’t want to walk off in the wrong hands. Overall this truck has a whole lot of potential. We also have a few other jeeps and 3 1/2 Mighty Mites for sale as well. We are liquidating some of the collection. ”

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Stainless Steel Flatfender Camas, Wa ** Sold **

• CATEGORIES: CJ-2A, CJ-3A, Unique Jeeps This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

This is probably being sold by a seller who has been trying to sell a couple other nicely finished jeeps and stainless jeep parts.

“Stainless steel willys jeep very rare call for details.will trade for muscle car,hotrod,pro street car,nice lifted rubicon wrangler rockcrawler,beach property. *** SOLD***”


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