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UPDATE: **SOLD* Was $14,900
(11/06/2012) This looks nice, though the paint on the front clip appears worn.
“I am selling my 1949 Willys Sedan Delivery Panel Truck.
I have owned it since 1986.
It has sat in my garage all these years waiting for me to redo. I started it up last summer and drove it around the block a few times.
It has around 25,000 original miles.
All Original.
It has aftermarket wheels on it now, but I have the Original Rims & Hubcaps.
I am asking $14,900 O.B.O.”
UPDATE: Still Available
(09/26/2013) No pics, but it sounds like a VEC.
“I have a 1946 Willys CJ-2A rolling chassis Farmall Jeep,
Hi, If your looking t restore a rare Willys CJ 2a Jeep.
I have a Willys Farmall jeep, It`s about 90% complete. I have no body parts except flat plate that goes where the shifter would have been and all skid plates for the PTO,I have PTO and rear driveline, rear gear box, I also have the front hydraulic pump and diverter with hoses and hydraulic fluid reservoir.
axels and drive lines
It has a three on the tree with T90-A1 with side linkage.
I have the column and linkage that goes with it,
That alone is worth what I`m asking for all of it
Rebuilt transmission and transfer case, Rebuilt at Marks transmission at a cost of over $1200.00, All parts are new. I have all the used parts that came out of the transmission and transfer case
I have all the original data plates to prove it`s a column shift jeep.
Thanks Steve.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4300.
(04/12/2013) This might be a good restoration project.
“1961 Willys Wagon 4×4. Red. Runs good. Drives good except steering a little loose. Included in price is extra steering column. Following are new parts: tires 95% new, totally new brake system including master cylinder, all brake lines front to rear, new wheel cylinders, new shoes, new drums, new emergency brake cable, new speedometer, new gas tank, new universal joints, new battery. Rear is completely rebuilt. Over $3,000.00 in new parts. Also boxes of extra parts including extra hood, steering column, rear seats, carburetor , switches, relays, wiper vacuum motors, emblems, and more. Wagon has some body work needed. Has some surface putty with original steel underneath. Rear lift window cracked in corner. Some body rot over rear left window. See pictures for body work needed. Floor in rear of vehicle is solid but does have 2 small rot holes.also needs small some finish wireing Good project car with a little TLC and body work.”
An article about the Odograph was published in the December, 1944, issue of Popular Science. At 200 pounds, the Odograph auto-created maps as soldiers navigated towards some objective. I couldn’t locate any records that indicate how many were made (anyone know), but there it appears there are nine jeeps that still have them (based on the latest info I could find). I found a few different references about it over at G503.
1. G503.com Message Forums • View topic – JEEP MOUNTED ODOGRAPH
2. G503.com Message Forums • View topic – Odograph survey
3. 1944 Willys MB Unrestored Odograph Jeep – g503 …
Here’s a photograph of a diagram from an Australia site:
http://www.aussiejeepimages.com/index.php?option=com_gallery2&Itemid=28&g2_itemId=75011
Here’s a copy of the Popular Science Magazine on eBay:
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Here’s a link to magazine on Google
I’d never heard of the disease. Pilonidal Sinus is called the Jeep Disease or Jeep Seat (and probably others). I’ve taken the following paragraphs below from a Canadian link:
http://www.canada.com/topics/bodyandhealth/men/story.html?id=ac51b5e9-23a4-42c9-be8c-19a55aa0a8dc
“Pilonidal sinus most commonly affects that area known affectionately as the butt crack, though it can show up in the belly button, genital region, even between the fingers. Basically, it’s an infected area under the skin, frequently containing a tuft of hair. Think of it as a nasty, hairy, painful tunnel and you wouldn’t be far wrong. Often it starts with ingrown hairs, although new evidence shows that’s not always the case. There’s a genetic component; it tends to run in families, and it’s more prevalent among hairy guys, and those who sweat a lot.
According to a document co-authored by Prof. Keith Harding, the head of surgery at the University of Wales, the condition is 10 times more common in adult males than in adult females.
Harding notes that it was called “jeep disease” in the Second World War since it affected many soldiers who sat for long periods on hard seats.”
A couple more links:
From Wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pilonidal_cyst
From the UK: http://www.wounds-uk.com/journal-articles/pilonidal-sinus-jeeps-disease-an-improved-model-of-care
Marc forwarded this ad from a September 1958 Readers Digest (page 75).
View all the information on ebay
This unfortunate policeman fell out of the jeep. I wonder if there were a series of pictures that captured this.
“This is an original press photo. Credit-Cleveland PressPhoto measures 7.25 x 8.75inches. Photo is dated 03-25-1952.”
View all the information on eBay
View all the information on ebay
This looks good.
“Up for sale is a 1956 WILLYS-OVERLAND M38A1 (CJ5). This vehicle is in great shape, she has had a full mechanical restoration, Brand new tires, 12 volt system, rebuilt the original motor, clutch and transmission.
The final pieces of the restoration would be to do some light paint work, However it is not necessary. She runs and drives EXCELLENT.
This is a chance to own real AMERICAN HISTORY, I do not have the original prominence. This is a true military Willy’s-Overland and not a converted CJ5.
Please feel free to Contact me with any questions!
Call Matt @ 727-459-6957”
http://tampa.craigslist.org/pnl/cto/4100469392.html
This looks like a good price.
“I have 2 1952 Willys CJ-3A jeeps ….One has been taken apart and sandblasted and primed. The frame has been sandblasted and painted all the running gear has been redone with new parts. I have all the pieces to complete this jeep. Minus the motor and transmission. Thats where the second Jeep comes in. It has a pretty rough body,but the motor and tranny are good. It runs and drives,but it blew a head gasket and I have not fixed it yet. I also have a rare Willys Jeep Bed Extender that is included in the deal. I would like to sell all of this as a package deal. There is enough pieces and parts to make one good Jeep and have some parts left over. I have a good clear title ofor the Jeep that is in pieces. I am asking $2000.00 for all it or make me an offer. Email this post for more info or more pictures.”
http://abilene.craigslist.org/cto/4101415483.html
It runs and drives, but boy is that tailgate beatup!
“For sale is a 1946 Willys Jeep CJ2A. This is a project that needs to be finished. A lot of mechanical work has been done, and below is a list of items that have been repaired, and still need to be repaired.
– 1951 engine – runs good, has small oil leak
– 1951 3-speed transmission in very good shape
– Resealed transfer case — good shape
– Drive shafts and u-joints in good condition
– Front and rear axle are in good shape
– Front hubs lock and unlock
– Excellent, clean gas tank
– Body has minor rust
– Needs steering work
– Needs brake job and parking brake cable
– Needs driver side windshield
– Needs rewired
– All original under hood, except for 12 volt alternator and starter
– Has original air cleaner
– Has good radiator and fan shroud
– Has tow bar
– Has “jerry can” carriers on tailgate
– Windshield frame has been welded
– Has later model bucket seats — right seat folds foward
– Has spare tire and bracket
– Has 4 original jeep wheels
– Comes with Bill of Sale
This jeep is excellent for restoration or fix-up and use. Call Dave at 316-393-1055.”
http://wichita.craigslist.org/cto/4099004298.html
