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Auburn Machine Works Trencher Patent

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There are some great illustrations that accompanied this patent filed August 15, 1950, by Friedrich Schmidt on behalf of Auburn Machine Works.

According to the filing, “An object of this invention is to provide means for digging trenches particularly suitable for mounting on a conventional vehicle such as a truck or jeep without any substantial modification thereof and driven from the vehicle power take-01f. It is a related object to provide novel means coordinated with the digger portion of the device for enabling the vehicle to be advanced positively at a speed which is only a fraction of the normally obtainable minimum speed and with the engine operating at full rated R. P. M. I”

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Gee-I Jeep Toy Davidson, NC $50

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Dan shared this early Gee-I Jeep toy. Someone ought to like this for the price.

https://offerup.com/item/detail/622295627/?_branch_match_id=636002163807956657

“The Gee I jeep is in good condition with all original paperwork box. Rare piece to find. Was made in different years this is the first. You can color the Jeep any color you want.”

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Centaur Antique Farm Tractor Century, FL **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2200.

Doug spotted this tractor with a Monroe 3 Point Hitch. Could be a good price given that.

“1948 ? Centaur AG tractor , has good running 4 cyl. Leroi engine , Monroe 3 pt. hitch and good rubber, cast iron dash and grill with factory manuels , built in Greenwich Ohio, may be able to deliver in northern states.”

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1953 M-38A1 Ocean Shores, WA $8950

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Has some mods, but looks in good shape.

https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/d/ocean-shores-53-willys-jeep-cj/6843220388.html

“M38 A1 Body off restoration, rancho suspension, painless wiring, 12 volt, Besttop, new interior, locking hubs. Book full of receipts, has never been driven in the rain. A must see. Located”

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Newly Chromed Front Bumper Butte, MT **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.

Kris is selling this newly chromed front bumper and parts.

“This is a freshly chromed full front bumper assembly for the Willy’s Wagon or Truck. This should also fit the Jeepster. Not only are these parts very hard to find but chrome shops are getting ever more difficult to find. Especially shops that do work like the top notch work done at Decorative Industrial Plating out of Helena, MT. This bumper is in perfect condition and is truly show quality chrome. All chrome carriage bolts, nuts and washers are included! Bumper is located in Butte, MT.”

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1946 CJ-2A Mesa, AZ **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500.

(12/25/2019) Was a column shift. Needs some work.

“Mostly original with the 134 flathead and original drivetrain. Runs and drives. All electrical has been converted to 12 volt. New alternator, starter, battery and coil. Replaced gas tank with plastic and changed to an electric fuel pump. Brakes have many new parts. New low back seats and seat frame. Needs tuned a little, just don’t have the time to work on it. Body is rusty, we just rattle canned it so we could drive it around town one color. Have a clean title.”

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1947 CJ-2A Mead, WA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7000.

Not sure how much value is here.

“Jeep willies willys
Chevy small block
2speed power glide
2.5ton rockwell axels
4 link rear suspension
Incomplete 4 link front suspension
I have all knuckles to complete the front suspension
Comes with two Michelin 54″x16 tires
Lots of extras. Call for more details.”

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