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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500.
“This most unusual jeep truck will get you noticed. Take advantage of the fact that we just have to many projects at one time to get to this one. Engine runs, will need carburetor work, but runs strong. Good base for a rat rod! Will listen to all reasonable offers.”
<– Day 36 – Apr. 24th: ‘Tire’d of Reno | OVERVIEW | Day 38 – Apr. 26th: Finding Virginia City –>
The entrance to the Nevada State Museum in Carson City
Well, it had to happen. After five weeks of mostly great weather, the temperatures dropped and the rain arrived. So, rather than drive to and walk through historic Virginia City, we decided to drive south from Reno and visit the Nevada State Museum, then head to our motel to do some eWillys updates.
Today we drove south from Reno to Carson City, Nevada.
On our way to Carson City this morning we passed this unexpected mural tribute on the side of a building to Alice Ramsey:
A mural dedicated to Alice Ramsey, who in 1909 became the first woman to drive across the United States. http://www.smithsonianmag.com/womens-history/alice-ramseys-historic-cross-country-drive-29114570/?no-ist
The Nevada State Museum was a surprising amount of fun. There was lots of Nevada history told in interesting ways, such as a rebuilt ghost ‘town’, a working Carson City coin stamp (there used to be a US Mint in Carson City) , and an underground mine in the building’s basement that was great to explore. Much of the museum of dark, so we didn’t take many photos.
Entering the mine in the basement of the museum.
Along some of the walls were a variety of exhibits showing how mines operated.
This area demonstrated that sometimes the timbers would fail. Good thing I’m there to hold them up!
This is a huge bullion scale, the type necessary for the Carson City mint.
This assayer’s scale is similar to one I have from 1895, a leftover of the family’s smelting history. We also have a neat portable one that fits in your pocket. It’s got the counter weights as well.
This overloaded stage coach was a neat photo:
Naturally, my wife found an explosive . . .
We both really enjoyed this museum. We left the museum and decided to head to the motel; it was not the best motel experience, but that happens sometimes.
Hopefully the weather will improve for our visit to Virginia City on Saturday.
<– Day 36 – Apr. 24th: ‘Tire’d of Reno | OVERVIEW | Day 38 – Apr. 26th: Finding Virginia City –>
You’ve likely seen these hill climbers, but this is a good collection of climbing attempts.
UPDATE: Here’s another version of “Here Comes the Jeep” Book.
This has four wheels on the cover and back that turn.
“In excellent condition, all four wheels present and turn well, all pages nice with no writing, binding very good. Satisfaction guaranteed or return for refund.”
View all the information on eBay
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $650.
Finding an Empire Tractor is a rarity. Carl and I are finishing up a special post about them for eWillys sometime in May.
“Interesting little Empire tractor. These were built from left over Jeep and Willy’s parts from WWII. For the best source of information go to http://www.empiretractor.net – this one is almost complete, the engine, drive train, etc, is there. It’s missing some of the body/panels. Great project or if someone is restoring a 40’s/50’s Jeep or Willy’s, lots of good parts! $650 cash.”
Looks like a great price. It appears to have a rear PTO. May even have floating rear hubs.
“Runs great. Comes with plow, rear mounted winch and custom-made boom. Located on Westport Island. CJ-2A.”
http://maine.craigslist.org/cto/4439357928.html
UPDATE: Was $4000. **SOLD**
Nice truck for the price.
“1960 Willys flatbed pickup 4 wd. Has mid 70s 232 6 cyl AMC engine, rest of the drive train is original. Newer brakes, drums, and master cycinder. Starts good, runs and drives, and stops like a 60s truck. Doors shut good and windows work.”
Looks like it could be a VEC. Might be a good price. Has pre-black-plate plates.
“Here it is! An unmolested flat fender Jeep. Runs like a swiss watch- flat head four cylinder. Hood, fenders, windshield, tailgate and vertical body panels are GOOD. Floor pan could use some patching in places. No top- who needs it? I only drive it on the weekends in good weather. I have a ton of spare parts including an extra transmission. Front brakes were upgraded to 11″ drums a couple years ago and this dude will now actually STOP when you want. Military style tires. Have a tow bar for it, an old (very cool) service manual that actually tells you how to fix stuff. Oh and it has a PTO that kinda works but I have nothing to run off it. If you’ve been looking for an original reliable old flatty this is it. No lift kit, no V-8 stuffed in it. Pretty much the way it was built (except upgraded to 12V and the brakes). Won’t last long. I’m not really dying to sell it so no low ball offers. No 215 or other crap- you’ll need cash for this. I will be able to show this to people on the weekend, 4/26-27. If you’re interested shoot me an e-mail. No- the dog doesn’t go with it….”
http://humboldt.craigslist.org/cto/4436431036.html
Engine isn’t running, but jeep appears in great condition and has a Willys Overland hardtop.
“1946 Willys Jeep Body in good shape, new tires, new paint, motor did run not sure whats wrong could be something simple. Looking to trade for UTV Mule. Call or text I may not see your email”
http://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/for/4440156572.html
It runs. May be worth a look.
“I have a 1957 Jeep FC 150. Does run. Don’t have time to work on. Not all rusted out, does have rust, box is rough. Open to sale or trade. Does have a snow plow that goes with it. Looking for fire arms, loader tractor, something useful. Not really looking for cars or trucks. Thanks for looking.”
http://lansing.craigslist.org/bar/4434889117.html
