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August 2, 2017 • CATEGORIES: News This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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GPW Tubs Lodi, CA $900
August 2, 2017 • CATEGORIES: Body Parts This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
No title tub for sale.
https://sacramento.craigslist.org/pts/d/willys-mb-ford-gpw-tub-body/6655434340.html
“I no longer need this tub, so needless to say, here it is for sale. It’s an original 1945 ACM2 tub, which was used on late 1944 through 1945 Ford GPWs and Willys MB WW2 Jeeps. And based on the drilled holes on the floor, this was used for a radio-equipped Jeep.
A previous owner had it sandblasted and it sat outside after that. The brown coating you see is surface rust. The body needs some repairs on the floor, but I have to say . . . it’s extremely straight! The reproduction footrests and shipping plate are not included. The tub is located in Lodi, CA. Local pickup is preferred.
Note: There is no title with this tub. It never came with one and rightfully so. At least in California, a VIN is based on a vehicle’s frame and this is obviously a tub.”
Day 11: July 31st, Bison, Bears, and (no) Breakdowns
August 1, 2017 • CATEGORIES: Alaska Or Rust Trip, Features This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
<– Day 10: July 30th, Cruising the Alaska Highway | Day 12: Aug 1, Feliz Aniversario Hugo Vidal –>
Happy 84th Birthday today Hugo! (Aug 1)
Today we drove from Fort Nelson to Watson Lake, a distrance of 326 miles. Partly overcast as we left the city, we could see some dark clouds ahead that lingered over the pass we were approaching.
We drove from Fort Nelson to Watson Lake
We were only a few minutes outside of Fort Nelson when we spotted photographer Monicque Jacobs, who took pictures at Dalex Auto Service’s event on Sunday evening. That’s when Ann shouted, “Oh crap!”
“What’s the matter,” I asked.
“I was supposed to let Monicque know when were leaving the city.”
Monicque, this is our apology to you! Fortunately, she’s a professional and was ready for our exit.
A slight drizzle started, then turned to full rain as we climbed up the pass. The speed dropped and road tightened into a snaking mountian road, climbing until we were surrounded by mist.
When we summited, we took a break. Those that had Pacific Northwest Four Wheel Drive Association hoodie-sweatshirts lined up for a photo in the rain.
PNW4WDA Hoodie wearers. It was a cold day on the summit.
Day 10: July 30th, Cruising the Alaska Highway
July 31, 2017 • CATEGORIES: Alaska Or Rust Trip, Features This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
<– Day 9: July 29, At Dawson Creek | Day 11: July 31st, Bison, Bears, and (no) Breakdowns –>
A great group shot out front of Todd & Diana Penney’s business Dalex Auto Services. We really appreciate their hospitality! Todd is seen to the far left.
After months of planning, yesterday we finally got our chance to drive the Alaska Highway! Our stop for the evening would be in Fort Nelson, BC.
Yesterday morning was filled by a sense of excitement for the trip to begin. It was the first day of our five day trek to Alaska. We’d planned to leave at 8am, so hustle and bustle was prevalent early.
I drove to the gas station right after waking. Having never filled up Patterson’s custom stainless steel tank, I had no idea how much it would take. But, after having to run into the store to pay for gas several times because I’d misjudged how much would fit into the tank, I returned to the hotel and staged the DJ, ready to lead the group north. Spoiler alert … up to this point, Patterson had started dependably for the past month.
All prepared to lead the caravan.
Emily and Joe ready to tackle the Alaska Highway
Naturally, when the big moment came and we were ready to take a quick tour of the local roundabout where Ann was positioned to do a Facebook Live event, I turned the key and …. Patterson wouldn’t start. Joe, quickly recognizing that I was having a problem, gave me a quick push. Heck, compression starting was old hat to me and I guess it wouldn’t be an old jeep if you didn’t have to compression start it every so often.
Now that I was rolling and, once Merlin also was pushed started (Mortimer and Patterson were in a groove), we drove a short distance, rounded the roundabout and waved at Ann as she streamed us live for everyone to see! Except, there was another slight hiccup. Facebook wasn’t full cooperating, so our FB live was a bust. No matter, we had fun with our little parade.
Our first stop for the day was at the Kiskatinaw wooden bridge, a part of the original (or early) Alaska Highway.
We stopped just short of the bridge so Ann could ready her camera and Luis, Andreas’ son, could prep his drone. We agreed to wait a few minutes (no cell service) before dramatically entering the bridge.
Staged and ready for the bridge.
Day 9: July 29, At Dawson Creek
July 30, 2017 • CATEGORIES: Alaska Or Rust Trip, Features This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
<– Day 8: July 28, Travelers Arrive | Day 10: July 30th, Cruising the Alaska Highway –>
Most everyone arrive on Friday afternoon, but a few hearty souls rolled in after midnight. On Saturday it was awesome to wake up and see all the jeeps around the motel. There wasn’t one of us who wasn’t giddy at the sight of the jeeps. We spent much of Saturday swapping stories. Much of the action was out front of the motel. That in turn caused locals to drop by, say hello and share their own jeeps stories.
Four of those that stopped by were a nice group of local police. They were very enthusiastic about the trip, so much so, that we had them sign jeeps and pose for photos.
We had Hugo pose with the officers.
They also shared some patches, cut off of their outfits.
1960 Truck State Collage, PA **SOLD**
July 30, 2017 • CATEGORIES: Willys Trucks This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,000.
“1960 Willys truck with a 350 LT from a 71′ Vette! Truck is solid and used regularly. SM420 transmission, Rockwell T221 transfer case, and 8″ lift. Has a sunroof, hood scoop, and is a true head turning rat rod. New brakes, steering column, heater system, lights, and inspected. Firm at 10k.”
1966 Ramsey Rear Winch Holder Whitehall, NY $500
July 30, 2017 • CATEGORIES: Features This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
Glenn shared this one.
“Complete rear winch assembly for Jeep CJ; includes: transmission PTO, shaft, and carriers for winch”
https://albany.craigslist.org/cto/d/willys-parts/6234025244.html
1959 Wagon Pembroke, NH **SOLD**
July 30, 2017 • CATEGORIES: Willys Wagons • TAGS: Nice. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $21,900.
Craig spotted this wagon that’s had lot of work done to it.
“1959 Willy’s 4×4 panel delivery restored and modified new 350/330 Chevy crate motor turbo 400 automatic runs and drives excellent take it anywhere!!! I have 14000 miles since restored been to many many car shows gets a lot of attention! ”
1948 CJ-2A Project Highland Lakes, NJ $4500
UPDATE: Still Available.
(02/24/2017) It’s a project with work remaining.
“For sale is an unfinished project I built, finished, than took it apart for major changes. It’s been sitting for a few years and I just don’t have the time to give it.
1948 Willys CJ2A
– 350cid, 4 bolt, Jasper engine assembly with less than 20,000 miles. TBI fuel injection. Never finished wiring. PCM and all sensors. MSD HEI distributor. $500
– shorty headers wrapped $150
– Ford T18 manual trans with Chevy bell and 11” clutch. Has super low first gear. $750
– Jeep Dana 300 with stock gears and twin stick $300
– Dana 30 3.07 front out of a CJ7. currently installed spring over. Have new 4.56 still in box. $150
– Dana 44 front out of early bronco with weld on radius arm brackets. Has gears no shafts. Don’t know the ratio. $150
– Scout Dana 44 rear. All new internals. 4.56 gears. Alloy shafts. Spool. Disk brake caliper brackets for Chevy calipers. $600
– spare frame $100
– chassis, body, cage, bumpers, seats $750
– bolt on grille hoop $100
– tool box $100
– 5 Auto meter gages $125
– jegs ignition switch panel $60
– RCI fuel cell with hole cut for TJ sending unit $125
– griffen aluminum radiator on custom mount with electric fan (Taurus) $300
– five 34×10.5 super swampers. 4 are practically new, probably 10 miles on them. White wagon wheels with weld on stiffeners. Staun internal bead locks in all 5. $1700.
– ruff stuff specialties dual triangulated 4 link kit. Partially assembled. Not finished.
– custom heavy duty driveshafts made by axle exchange. Cost over $1000 new. $600
– plated rear frame. Custom poly motor and trans mounts. Custom bent exhaust, wrapped about half way.
I’m probably forgetting some things.
This project needs the rear suspension, fuel system and exhaust sorted out to be completed. There will be some odds and ends of course, but those are the major hiccups. It’s been garaged for about five years. I want the space back. Will deliver entire project within in 100 miles of 07422 if you come and check it all out first for $4500. ‘
https://newjersey.craigslist.org/cto/d/willys-cja-custom-off-road/6211923860.html
1947 CJ-2A Lewisville, TX **SOLD**
July 30, 2017 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1400.
“organized pile of mostly original CJ2A parts, tub patched but sturdy, frame looks solid, new rear springs, will be rollable, good start for a project. NO motor, NO tranny (sold separately), NO title, NO Text, Cash Only. $2500 if parts sold separately”
