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1953 Metamet Parts Catalog

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This rare Metamet catalog came from the UK via eBay. I had hoped there would be information and pics in side about the twelve different style of jeeps sold by Metamet, but this truly only covers the parts. The best part of this might be the back page, which lists the different jeeps. The catalog also has some well-done diagrams.

This is the cover:

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This is the back cover, which is slightly longer than the rest of the catalog. On the left is a list of the Metamet jeeps:

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Here’s the inside of the front cover, followed by the pages in order:

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FC-170 Smoke Ejector Photos

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Roger shared this color photo of a Chicago Fire Department FC-170 designed to eject smoke. It was posted to this Fire Engine Facebook group. This appears to be engine #1.chicago-fc-color-photo-smoke-ejector

A similar black and white photo was printed in the February 1969 issue of Popular Science. This appears to be engine #2.

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1952-1963 Wagon & Pickup Parts, Accessories, & Bulletin Manual on eBay

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This collection of literature also includes some J-Series documents as well. It’s hard to tell if this is mostly just a manual or a large number of Bulletins.

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“Willys Jeep Dealer Manual 1952-1963 Parts & Accessories & Bulletins.”

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2 CJ-5 Smokey Saucers on eBay

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These look like the same type of saucers that I got off ebay a couple months ago.

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“Up for sale is a PAIR of new old stock, in the box Willys Jeep CJ5 coasters (possibly ashtrays or small plates).  They are in perfect, brand new never used condition, but the box has some water staining on the corner of it.  There are no identifying marks that show a manufacturer on them, but they certainly are vintage, most likely from the 1950’s.  I’m assuming they were some sort of dealer or manufacturer promotional item.  They show a detailed picture of a light green colored Willys Jeep CJ5 on smoked colored glass and they measure about 4-1/2″ in diameter.”

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1955 Truck Ventura, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $14,000.

Nice looking build.

“1956 Willys Pickup 4WD, 327 Chevrolet Engine. Frame off Rebuild by Previous Owner/Willys Enthusiast.”

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1949 CJ-3A Altona, IL $5500

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Modified and converted to 2WD. Note the trimmed tailgate across the front frame rails.

https://www.facebook.com/commerce/listing/3613943548699643/

“This sweet little open air cruiser has been converted to 2 wheel drive. It has 4cyl. Chevy motor, automatic transmission, Mustang 2 front end, and a S-10 rear end, new front tires and a fresh alignment.”

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1940s Hobart Welder Catawba, NC **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $925.

This looks in good shape. It also has a 110 volt outlet.

“1940’s Hobart G-261 welder. Good running Jeep CJ2A industrial engine. Purchased several months ago at an estate auction where it had been neglected in back corner of a garage for decades. Rubbed on it a little, installed new battery, poured water in radiator and in just a short time it started. Engine sounds great, good oil pressure. No water leaks, no oil leaks. Still working out kinks. Gas tank needs good clean out, will require sheet metal removal and I just have not gotten revved up for that yet. Have not tried to weld, have not attempted to test for weld current output. Have plugged a grinder in to 110 volt outlet and that did work.”

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4 Kelsey Hayes 15×4.5″ Rims Bellevue, ID **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $200.

These look in good shape. They came off of a 1960 FC-170.

“Early vintage Willys Jeep 5 lug steel wheels. Set of four, 15” wheels. Sandblasted clean, no cracks one with small wrinkle on rim lip. One with hub cap clips. Stamped 15×4.50 E with 59 and 60, dates? Off 1960 Jeep Forward Control, I upsized to 16” rims.”

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MB and CJ-2A Projects Kent Island, MD

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No pics provided. Maybe something or maybe nothing.

https://easternshore.craigslist.org/pts/d/chester-willys-overland-mb-and-cj2/7238677593.html

“Multiple project frames, body, engines, transmissions, transfer cases, axles, wheels, tires, miscellaneous parts for MB and CJ2. Text for more info and photos, six 1 zero four zero 5 72 nine 0. Make me an offer on individual bits or come haul it all away (preferably). My interests have moved on. Would like to part with these hard to come by original components to clear out shop space and clutter, did I mention MAKE ME AN OFFER! All will be considered.”

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