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UPDATE: **SOLD** Were $6000.
Put back on the original wheels, and this would look pretty stock.
“A true barn find! I got this off the original owners granddaughter. Was always stored indoors. It runs and drives great. Have the original wheels too. All new paint, weather stripping, gauges, 12V electrical, tires and wheels new, 134 motor. Everyone loves this from kids to the old guys. A real classic. $8,000.00 OBO May trade for 2000 or newer HD Fatboy”
UPDATE: Still Available
(08/08/2012) This has a fiberglass body. I don’t understand chopping the windshield though.
“So I always wanted to build a Crawler / Trail Jeep using the best Willys stuff and a few choice Chevy parts. I started with an M38A1 1/4 ton military Jeep frame. I chose this frame because its boxed and shackle reversed from the factory for the best offroad performance. I retained the original 5:38 ratio gears in the model 44 rear/model 25 front axels. They are mounted with a full spring over axel system, including adjustable anti-wrap link on diff. A Saginaw power steering system helps turn the Goodyear MTR military surplus HUMVEE Tires, 37 inch units, the latest issued. the rear boasts 11 inch drum brakes while the fronts are stock.
For the running gear I wanted the best horsepower to weight ratio I could fit without a shoehorn. I chose a 1988 Chevy 4.3 roller motor, rebuilt and bored 020. over. With a Quadrajet 4bbl, 65,000 volt HEI for serious spark, and 3/8 flange Sanderson headers, plus a 110 amp hi-output GM 1 wire alternator, this motor is STRONG and RELIABLE.!!!!! Thats also why I used a GM SM465 (super low first gear AND fully synchronised!!) a great unit used in 1 Ton trucks thru-out the 1980s
4 speed truck trans, complete with GM hydraulic clutch set up–no binding,ever!! Its connected via a NOVAK adapter tgo the all metal,all gear driven 1971 model 18 trandfer case. this unit can be rebuilt with WAY Low gears and is twin sticked and interlock pellet altered to provide 2 WHEEL LOW. GREAT on tight trails!! The dual exhaust is fully welded .
The body tub is fiberglass, the nose all steel. The windshield has been chopped 2 inches. Sunpro guages, removeable steering wheel , racing bucket seats.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4600.
(09/10/2012) This looks pretty good, but it needs a speedometer at the very least. The hood appears dented, too.
“NEW PRICE – $4999 OBO. 1953 Jeep Willys CJ-3B with clear BLUE Title and Texas Antique Registration
This has been a project of mine and has had a long list of upgrades listed below. It is not a full restoration, but more a get running well and slow down the deterioration type of job. The jeep starts every time even after sitting for over a month. Everything on it works except the speedometer which is missing in the pics. I am willing to entertain any offers or trades with the exception of boats or bikes, This Jeep is perfect for the ranch / deer lease / hunting, and I am not in a rush to sell. Delivery within reason can be negotiated.
NEW
Windshield and seal
Hood Windshield blocks
Custom Seat Pads from Military Canvas
Passenger Seat Frame
Fuel tank
Fuel Pump
Fuel lines
Carburetor
KN air filter
cap and rotor / wires / plugs
brakes – all cylinders, lines, shoes, and master
LED brake lights
emergency brake
body mounts
lights all around
12 Volt Converted (not new)
some minimal wiring including getting the gauges and dimmer switch on the floor to work
axle seals and fluids
RAPCO paint all around
120 Quart Yeti
Pre-2006 NATO Gas Can – this is not easy to find or cheap
OLD
Still have the oil bath air cleaner if someone is looking to restore
I have a large crank driven winch that mounted on the front. if you are interested, I can include that in the deal.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000.
Is seller selling the original radiator to this jeep separately for $500? Or is a GPW radiator that never belonged to this particular jeep?
“1942 ford gpw for parts . Engine,transmission ,xfer case,driveline,.body rough .have original radiator for 500$ extra”
These appear to have some good parts.
“We have (2) 1950s JEEP Willys 4×4 Trucks for sale. One is a pickup and the other a wagon. Both appear to have the original Super Hurricane I6 engines and drivetrain along with most of the chrome and trim. There is surface rust and some rot on both, but they appear solid.”
http://hartford.craigslist.org/cto/3331298449.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $6000.
(10/06/2012) I see no obvious issues.
“all original ,runs good and has lots of new parts
new carb and fuel pump
new radiator hoses
new cap,rotor, points,plugs and wires
new top
new battery
radiator was reconditioned
body is straight and the floor pan is rust free
working pto winch on the rear
windshield has no cracks
please email with any questions, thanks”
http://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/3333087155.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** $1500.
(09/27/2012) This appears in good shape. It might be a good value.
“So here it goes. I have decided to put my beloved ’52 Willys up for sale. I have 3 little kids and I just don’t have the time needed to get it perfect. My game plan has been to replace and fix parts when I can, and it has most of the hard work done. I have not started it. I was going to get it 95% there (for cost reasons) and have it towed to a Willy’s expert to get the engine dialed in perfect since I am not a mechanic. It has the original L134 4 cyl engine, T90 transmition, Dana 18 transfer case, everything else is original 6V.
Here is a list of the new parts I have added (at quite a cost I might add!!)
-new distributor cap, points, plugs, wires
-new Oil Filter canister (that was missing on most of these Jeeps)
-new belt
-new hoses
-new gas tank
-new gas line
-new fuel sender unit
Changed all of the oil and fluids”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $11,000
(09/27/2012) Bryan has rebuilt this M-38.
“What you are looking at is an original 1952 Willys M38 military Jeep. The jeep has all matching data tags. The Jeep has been gone through from top to bottom and was a frame off restoration. The engine has been rebuilt and the transmission and transfer case has all new seals. It could use new tires, but they are ok for now. All original 24 volt system. It’s in near perfect shape and is ready for you to hop in and go.
Nos snorkel tail pipe
New paint
New axe
New shovel
New axe and shovel straps
New stencils
Rebuilt engine (200 miles on it)
New transmission seals
All new brakes
New glass
New seat cushions
Rebuilt distributor
New electrical
New gas take
New clutch
New double pulley water pump
New gas pickup tube
New gas sending unit
Fresh bed lined floors for long lasting
New bell crank rebuild kit installed
New universal joints
New e-brake cable
All new original exhaust
New battery’s”
UPDATE: After some relatively quick searching, I discovered this image is available via National Geographic’s Stock Imagery. Below is an example of the original image.
The photograph was taken in Horse Canyon in Utah. The photographer was W. Robert Moore. The picture ID is #614798.
To find the photo, go to the NationalGeographicStock.com website and then enter the id of 614798 in the “quick explore” box.
(10/10/2012)
I bought a book from the 1960s full of photographs from America’s National Parks, called “America’s Wonderlands The National Parks National Geographic“. As you can see in the link, I paid a whole $1.60 for it. On Page 222-223 I found this photograph of two jeeps wandering through Canyonlands National Park. It’s too bad the photograph is slightly split by the binding.
This features two rocket launching jeeps, though they only somewhat jeep like. Maybe there are more jeeps within the comic.
“Fun 1950’S comic….great Golden Age issue…….fun 1955 War issue…..Korean War-Fight the Commmie like stories inside….a stain on top of back cover that is not that dark on front…….paper inside is very nice………A Solid GD Copy………Winner to pay within 7 days after agreeing to purchase item…..Maryland residents must add 6% sales tax to order…We do combine for shipping….just click items and wait for us to group them for you at the best rate. We list actual value of items for Out Of Country buyers and will not falsify value when shipping to you….please do not ask us to do that as we will not.”
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