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About eWillys
Welcome to eWillys.com, a website for vintage jeep enthusiasts. I update this website nearly every day with jeep deals, jeep history, interesting reader projects, jeep related info, and more.
These quick searches can help you find things on eBay. People list in the wrong categories all the time, so don't be surprised to see brochures in the parts area for example. This section used to be split into jeeps, parts and other categories, but recent changes to eBay will require this information to be recoded.
The links to posts below show jeeps grouped by models, condition, and other ways. Some of these jeeps are for sale and others have been sold. If you are unsure whether a vehicle is still for sale or not, email me at d [at] ewillys.com for more info.
Importantly, the allure of buying a project jeep can be romantic. The reality of restoring a jeep can be quite different, expensive and overwhelming without the right tools and resources. So, tread carefully when purchasing a "project". If you have any concerns about buying a vintage jeep, or run across a scam, feel free to contact me for help, comments or concerns .
“I am updating the willy we have for sale with pictures – 41 jeep willy that we have had for the last 3 years, was running when we parked it, we had plans to restore but we are moving and decided to let it go. Needs paint job and seat restoration. Tried to start it and it wouldn’t start. Only serious inquieries. 812/340-7886”
“This is the one a collector has been waiting for! hard to tell if it was removed from the assembly line! as you will see in the pictures, absolutely no rust now or ever. it has been sitting in storage and needs to go. what you see is what you get! basicly complete body and frame. NO ENGINE OR TRANS/ TRANSFERCASE, NO WIRING, LIGHTS, SWITCHES, GAUGES. all the difficult parts are there though, as you will see in the pics. these models are extremly rare and i’ve been in the jeep business for over 30 years and never seen one like this before. this jeep does not have a title and is being sold as parts only. if you had a rusted out m38, add your powertrain and electrics and you will be done! if not capable, call me. i do restorations. heads up, reserve is around the price of a new body kit.”
(08/19/2010) This build deserves some better pics.
“This show quality Jeep classic has been rebuilt from the ground up. All steel body, and a new NOS original Willys frame. Every nut and bolt has been off the rebuilt. Original motor, trans, transfer and axles all rebuilt 2 years ago. New soft top and redone interior. 5000 lb. winch on front with full roll cage (bolted in), chrome wheels and new tires, too many new and rebuilt parts to list individually. You must see this unique Jeep to really appreciate it. Located at Carlotta in Kingston, call 570-287-5454 for more info. Price $9500.00”
(03/27/2010) Lots of good updates to this CJ. Those front hangers are a bit on the tall side.
“Purchase a one of kind with a classic touch. 1947 Willys Jeep CJ-2A Body and Frame.1989 Jeep Cherokee Fuel Injected Engine and Transmission. Dana 300 Transfer case. 5-33″ BFG Mud T/A. Beard Racing Seats with 4 point harnesses. Dana 44 Full floating Rear End with Hubs and Limited Slip. Dana 35 Front End with Disc brakes, Power Steering, and Limited Slip. Custom snorkel. 8000 lb winch. Rancho RSX 9000 shocks. Full flat tow setup.”
No one can say that Sam and his wife Alecia don’t have a sense of humor. This tutorial had me laughing for a while today!
From Flatfender Willys Academy comes Sam’s explanation of the center emergency brake mod. …. Take it away Sam …
E-BRAKE BASIC TRAINING
2. This is a 78 Merc Capri E brake. There are 3 bolts that hold it in place. The wires are for a dash warning light. The hole to cut is just larger then the width of the fulcrum and slightly longer than the fulcrum travel.
3. The part in the image below goes under the floor and the cables from the rear loop through this cable guide. If the cable is too long, cut to length and use your cable locks. The best location for the brake is close to the seat.
4. This is the housing which is screwed down with screws. Use the housing to determine the location of E-brake.
5. Double check for clearance and reach by working lever up and down. If it feels good, install!
6. This E-brake is from a Hyundai. Most Japanese cars will work, but Ford is the easiest way to go.
7. This is also from a Hyundai, but boot needs to be modified. So you get busy with that E-brake while I give that maggot who shrunk my jeep a major malfunction….FALL OUT!
More Information:
It usually takes about a hour to install with 3 bolts, nuts, washers, and two cable clamps. Once you get the brake installed in the vehicle where you can grab it comfortably, hooking up the cable underneath is a no-brainer, no matter what year it is. I have also used this unit on drum type brakes.
In the image below, I’ve installed a brake in a CJ-3B with a CJ-5 Chassis. The installation is slightly different from that of the CJ2 etc. Total cost of the E-brake and cover at Pick-in-Pull for this project was $5.00. Cost of the clamps (2) and 3 bolts was $3.25 for a total of $8.25.
Comment by Dave …. This is the only other floor mounted emergency brake that I’ve seen. Unfortunately, the pic isn’t that good. But, you pull back on the stick to set it and push the button at the top to release it. You can see the rest of the pics related to this jeep here.
UPDATE: This appears SOLD, but was listed at $800.
I could be wrong, but the slopes and cut of the passenger and driver’s sides look very similar to a Willys MA, thought maybe a Ford GP as well?. This has been hacked up a bit, but it’s worth a look. Check out what appears to be an emergency brake as well.
“Clear title has orignal old style pink slip non op for 20 years but probably off dmv record now… 4×4 ran when parked 10 years ago”
Intrepid, on-the-go remote reporter Benjamin found a couple of jeeps in Williston, ND. You’ll have to call the phone number to find out more info. Thanks Benjamin!