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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1400.
Looks like it might have a Warn winch on the front. The hardtop looks to be a Kelly standard 200 series.
“Willy’s mail jeep with snowplow. It ran until we parked it several years ago. 4 cylinder classic ready for a new home and a restoration project.All original parts I’m also throwing in a 1959 Willy’s jeep for parts with very low miles. 1400.00 OBO. I would also trade for a 5 by 8 trailer or slightly bigger and some cash.”
No pics provided. This might make a good upgrade.
“Ive got a ford 2.3 turbo motor that I was going to use in a Willy’s jeep swap ended up selling the jeep so Im looking to sell the motor. The motor came out of a 88 thunderbird ran when pulled. Ive also got all the wiring harness’s, ecu’s, and various other parts to complete the motor. I converted it to an aluminum oil pan off an ford ranger 2.3 motor and also put roller rockers in the head from the ford ranger motor, along with a new timing belt. Im sure It’ll have to be torn down further for gaskets and such due to just sitting on a stand in my garage now for a few years. Tough engines to find now, I also have all the adapters and “pinto” bellhousing to go with the motor if your interested so this will adapt to an early cj2a or cj3a with the T-90 transmission.”
https://nh.craigslist.org/for/d/ford-23-turbo-willys-jeep/6399883807.html
I’m took last night off. Updates begin anew on Monday morning.
One of the better jeep train photos.
“1943 Press Photo Pvt. Ward directs the jeep carrying cargo and three others. This is an original press photo. 6 –The jee takes on cargo at the loading platform in an air depot. The jeep has only one small trailer. In jeep is Sgt. D. Kelly. of Betava, N.Y. Pvt. Ed. L. Ward, of Kenton, Ohio, directs from the platform, while Pvt. Henry Martion. of Great Falls, Mont, is in the truck on platform. Sgt. M. J. Bacciarina, from Merced, Calif., stands at rear of trailer.Photo measures 9 x 7.25 inches. Photo is dated 08-20-1943.”
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UPDATE: All the Digger and Trencher parts have sold. I’ll leave this up for now, as the breadth of parts still out in the wild might be of interest to someone. I believe Chris McKay also has some trencher parts.
“For Sale , extensive collection of Go For Digger, Auburn and Jeep A Trench related parts. Would be willing to sell whole lot in a package deal with the Auburn Trencher listed, or sell just the parts or sell all parts separately if anyone is looking for specific parts.
There were two NOS 40″ PTO shafts which I believe were correct for the go for digger and trencher units, one of the shafts has been sold. The other one is still available and in great shape with the exception of many years of shelf life, boots are excellent as is shaft ends and tube. Also the one mount pictured for the Dozer blade has been sold and one of the control valve units as well. There is also a Dozer blade and what looks to be the conveyor belt for a Digger for sale too.
I have attached quite a few pics to show whats included in the lot , lots of bearings ,seals ,creeper gears ,arms ,ring gears , speed reducers , and much much more . Everything I have is pictured but if your looking for a small specific part send me a description or picture and I will see if I have it in the small parts bins. As mentioned I would be willing to sell entire lot but you will def need a full size empty truck as there is a lot of it there. I’ll listen to all reasonable offers on the Jeep and the parts lot and return all emails or calls .”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2800.
(12/04/2017) Ted’s selling this CJ-5. I estimate it to be around mid 1968, but that’s just a guess based on the serial number.
“For sale late sixties CJ5 Auburn Jeep A Trench . Starts, runs good and drives , clutch feels good , no brakes . Body’s kinda rough but frame looks pretty good . Havent had a chance to go over it well to check everything but seems to be pretty complete , missing one of the augers. PTO engages and shaft spins . Not very familiar with these units so will try my best to answer any questions. Looks complete enough to restore or get going and use as is, or would be a great parts donor for another Auburn Trencher unit. Front counter weight there ,as is the creeper gear , pto assembly, Fhead Governor , overload springs ( Canfields or Koenigs ?) etc”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2500.
(11/27/2017) Ted’s got this custom trailer for sale. Looks road ready!
https://nwct.craigslist.org/tro/d/for-sale-1967-m416-military/6402060031.html
“This is a 1967 Stevens MFG Military M416 1/4 ton Trailer . The trailer is in excellent condition ,with no rust issues or major dents what so ever. Three brand new 7.00 x16 Tires with new tubes as well. Custom aluminum Top which opens or can be removed very easily. Original landing leg , with Pintle hook Lunette, and original safety chains. All original Tags in place and in great shape.Custom diamond plate nerf bars and Willys logo. Custom pin striping on trailer and large Military Ammo box mounted on Trailer. New brakes and Ebrake works great .
UPDATE: I’ve seen this one all over. It’s a scam.
Tim shared this one. He’s concerned the price is too good to be true. I think it is right on the edge. Proceed with caution. After a few searches, I found the same ad in Portland. I suspect this is a scam.
“Runs well, 3 speed transmission with overdrive. Recently painted, interior and convertible top in good condition. 5 new tires with tubes, the bumpers, hood trim and interior dash trim all have been re-chromed.”
https://providence.craigslist.org/cto/d/1948-willys-2-door-phaeton/6393689473.html
https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/d/1948-willys-2-door-phaeton/6394717575.html
UPDATE II: Clint found the source for these photos. This jeep is actually for sale in Houston, Texas, for $16,995.
UPDATE: This is for sure a scam. I’ve seen listed across the US. According to one reader, “Seller claims they want to deal thru EBAY where you deposit your money and the Jeep with be shipped to you. If you don’t want it , ship it back and your money will be refunded.”
“Fully Restored 1948 Michigan Yellow Willys CJ 2A! Frame Off Restoration Finished in it’s Original Color!!”
EXAMPLE AD: https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/d/1948-jeep-cj/6394044574.html
According to the February 1955 Kaiser Willys News, Willys Motors was ‘stealing’ auto shows across the country. Shouldn’t someone have been arrested for theft? And, where does someone hide an autoshow??
