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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $800.
(05/09/2017) This looks like a deal.
“Matching set of Willys duel rear wheel axles (posi trac) off of Factory rack body Willys F.C. 170. This is probably the last set of these that you will find. I also have many other Willys parts for wagons, pickups, jeepsters, J-Series, C.J’s, Etc. Etc”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
It’s probably had some side panel work done.
“Fun Jeep to drive, clear title, 4 wheel drive with high and low range transmission. Drive on or off road. Duallys look like is a factory option. They add roll over stability on slopes and hills, and less rutting in mud. Have owned for 25 years, I do think the miles listed is likely correct as I bought it from a golf course. Vehicle does wander some at higher speeds on road, and wipers don’t work. May have minor amount of additional miles (less than 100) when sold. NO RESERVE”
UPDATE: See more information on the Rapport, Flox Foy, and Welliver adapters here.
I’ve spent the past couple days working through the selective hub relationships between Free-Lock (Denver, CO), Dualmatic (Longmont, CO), Husky (Longmont, CO), White Manufacturing (Colorado Springs, CO), and Cutlas Tools & MFG (Vinton, IA). During that process, I ran across more information about dual wheel adapters for the jeep. I thought it might be worth listing the one’s that have been documented. Perhaps someone has more information??
1. Max Rappaport’s hubs: A patent on these hubs was filed in 1947 (awarded in 1953), making them the earliest known hubs. Max Rapportaport was the President of Northwestern Auto Parts Company (aka NAPCO).
Here is an example of them:
This December 1947 NAPCO ad promoted the hubs:
This July 1948 Popular Mechanics ad might be advertising the same dual wheels, but rebranded as “Du All” Converters. The design looks very similar to the Rapport models:
2. Welliver Jeep Dual Adapters No. 3000: These adapters were available by 1949 and sold by the Welliver Machine Shop. This April 1949 ad from Popular Mechanics provides a documented date.
Thanks to Stefano Oddo, we have this brochure regarding these adapters:
3. Hickey Dual Adapters: Vic Hickey developed his higher compression head, giving jeeps a power upgrade option. Then, he designed a set of dual wheel adapters. The first documentation I could find on his adapters was this July 1952 article in Popular Science about his hubs.
This Photobucket page has some good close up photos of the Hickey adapters. Continue reading
Seller has two FC-170s for sale. The Busy Bee FC is the dually. Neither have titles. Both run and drive and seller indicates he has spent $8k on mechanicals on both. The bodies aren’t perfect. Seller planned to get bonded titles, but has decided to sell them instead. Contact seller via schuh1us@hbci.com. Seller also has an M-38 for sale.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $800.
Craig spotted this chassis that’s listed as a 1958 CJ-5. If this has dually adapters, it is definitely worth the price.
“1958 Jeep CJ5 stake truck frame and motor. We used the body on another project.
Dually. Does not run. Motor and drive train all there.
$800 obo”
Thank Craig for this find. If this has the hard-to-find-dually adapters, it’s a good price.
“1953 Willys pickup truck. Great restoration project or Hot Rod. Frame mostly good, one cross member needs to be replaced (I’ve found one on Ebay for less than $100). Cab floors need to be replaced. Cowl and cab corners in good condition. Engine was replaced some time ago with a Buick Dauntless 6. Engine does fire. Fuel lines no good, so only put fuel in carb to get it to fire. Bed in ok condition, but needs a lot of work. I bought this for parts for another one I’ve been rebuilding, but didn’t need anything off from it. It has a dual rear wheel kit. No title, bill of sale only.
Scammers need not reply. CASH only from your hand to mine. NO SHIPPING or third party deals”
http://maine.craigslist.org/cto/5970587411.html
UPDATE:**SOLD**
(11/03/2016) This FC and Trailer includes a transport trailer that fits both. The seller will sell without the transport trailer.
“Beautiful rare willy’s surf wagon 1960 jeep FC ( forward contro) 170 DRW (dual rear wheel). Comes with a custom military trailer painted to match.
The Truck is a full frame off restoration resto mod restoration. With many upgrades. The truck has 492 miles on it since the completion. Engine has been rebuilt repainted and bored out. Engine work done Earls Custom Machine in Staford CT. Fully rebuilt transmission front and rear. Tranny rebuild done by High Tech Transmissions in East Longmeadow MA. This truck has many upgrades including custom fuel tank, custom exhaust, puntle hook hitch, 4 spotlights 2 in front & 2 in rear, trailer hitch, custom roll bar, custom bumpers, mirrors and wheel lugs. Upgraded steering wheel and stainless steel dash and all new gauges. New CB radio, upgraded to optima performance battery, all new breaks and tires. All new glass Gross weight 8000lbs
The trailer is a military trailer that has been customized and painted to match the truck . Has a custom tonneau cover and custom stainless wind resistant tail gate. Custom toung brand new tires.
Listing also comes with a custom transport trailer that has been modifird for this vehicle and trailer. New aluminum fenders, new aluminum wheels and tires. Custom toolbox with winch instaled inside. Custom trailer toung adapter to hold military trailer. Drings rub rails. Single leg support.
This truck needs to be with someone who will use it. I Just dont have the time.
For those that may want the truck without the transport trailer you can take off 3000.”
Plenty of spare tires with this jeep.
“The frame-off restoration includes new front brakes, a new gas tank and lines, new front, rear, and transfer case seals and a total rewire with new wire (6 volt).
It has been updated with a more powerful 134-F “Hurricane” overhead valve 4 cylinder engine.
It has been fully cleaned and repainted.
Completely new tub body. New fenders. New hood and custom scoop. New windshield and frame.
Sporty black and silver custom paint job.
All new period gauges and equipped with seat belts.
This JEEP is ready for exploring the trails, hunting, or roughing it in the canyons.
It is perfect for a quick spin to the golf course or mail box. Kids love to ride in it. It is licensed and ready to go.
It would be fun at JEEP shows or in parades!
We are showing a dually tire setup, but they are currently not on, nor are they included.”
http://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/cto/5891022740.html
I wonder what dually adapter is used.
“We have for sale is a RUST FREE JEEP 1950 CJ3A that has been all redone, the Jeep has a 12 Volt system, rebuild 4 cly engine, trans and t case. also we replace the rear end with a Dana 44 and Detroit locker, the front end is a Dana 27 with a Detroit locker. Also we build a Duel rear wheel set up that can be removed it wanted.
PTO Witch ”
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/ctd/5743329908.html
This was just listed over at jeeptruck.com. I think the seller is a little optimistic about the price. I’m wondering if he has a title, since he isn’t sure about the year or model.
“I have restored it about 70% and I think it is a FC170DRW year 1962. I think I have the very last one. It is a stub nose dual wheeled truck. I have pictures during the restore of the body and interior. The engine and transmission are the original. It has 43000 miles on it and runs good.”
http://www.jeeptruck.com/mjs/sale16/adm348/adm348.html
UPDATE: Still Available.
(03/27/2016) “I have a 1956 wills jeep with dual rear wheels. Engine runs and drives but knocks and needs a rebuild. Frame is not rotted. Tires hold air. Plate steel custom made from the seats back, plow frame.Interesting little jeep, perfect platform for a yard truck or project rig. I have a video of it running. Don’t need to sell it just seeing what’s out there. No low ball offers. Worth the asking price considering how unique it is. Text any time.”
http://boston.craigslist.org/nwb/cto/5578508979.html
Craig spotted this one. Might have some value, especially if it has dually adapters.
“Here’s something you won’t see everyday – a 1951 Willys pickup that has (we think) a 1948 Chevy dually diff with a pto powered dump bed powered by a ’50s Ford Flathead V8 engine. What a Frankenstein. We actually spent a lot of time rebuilding the carb and distributor and getting it all set up. Ran like a champ for about a minute until a valve stuck. Heads are currently off, but machined and ready to reinstall. To make it easier we got another ’50’s Ford Flathead that turns freely and ought to run that goes with it as a spare.
It’s as unusual as they get. Body is fair. This could be a great yard truck with very little work.”
http://albany.craigslist.org/cto/5534246160.html
