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Rancho Cordova Flat Fender Builder

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In 2010, Chris commented that a retired Ford Mechanic in Rancho Cordova, CA, built about 40 flatfenders.  I believe he’s responsible for a variety of jeeps I call the “California Modded” jeeps.  They often have an expanded windshield, implement a Muller Top, and have a lip added on the rear wheel wells.

Does anyone know the name of this mechanic or have any other information about him?

Here was Chris’ comment from this post:

There was a retired Ford mechanic in Rancho Cordova, Ca. that was building flatfenders for a while as a hobby. Back in the early 90′s he had built closed to 40. When he picked up a willys that didn’t have a a good windshield,the large windshield is what he put on. He has since passed away.

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1948 CJ-2A Clovis, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $12,500.  The seller says this jeep has a Cooper top, but it looks just like a Muller Top to me.  Maybe they are one-in-the-same?

“Ole Yeller” is up for sale or trade. Sporty, fun and dependable head turner. Comes complete with all snap on soft sides and windows and has original Black plates. It has a 48 Willys body, 69 Ford Windsor 302 motor with J-series cast iron heads, Keith Black pistons, Edelbrock cam, intake and timing chain, FMC carb, 69 C4 3 speed auto trans with stage 2 shift kit and B&M 2000 stall converter, Dana 25 front axle, Dana 44 rear axle with 427 gears, Spicer model 30 transfer case, SoCal gauges, Tilt steering wheel, electric parking brake, new hi performance battery, CD player, ceramic coated headers, like new tires. Only 6000 miles on it since build. Paint is not perfect and the Cooper top has a small repair patch in it, other than that it’s a fantastic little Jeep. I want $12,500.00 or trade for a custom vehicle of equal value. Please no texting or low ballers. Read the list of components and add them up, this is a good deal.

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1949 CJ-3A Lodi, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000

(06/19/2014) This might be a good price. It’s got some of the Fresno area mods (doors and the windshield). PIcs could be old or the camera’s date mixed up.

“1949 Willy’s Jeep with new 33″ tires. Chrystler V6 engine, tow bar and winch. $4000 or best offer.”

 

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1942 GPW Clovis, CA $6500

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UPDATE: Price dropped to $6500.

(02/23/2014) This has a windshield mod as well as some updates.

“1942 Jeep/Ford GPW military jeep. Looks and runs great. Very reliable for a vehicle 70+ years old. Has a Buick 231 odd-fire V6, T-98 Granny low 4 speed transmission, new rebuilt transfer case, new clutch, Dana 44 rear end with locker. Trail proven and turns heads anywhere you drive. Call or text Brad at 593-9017. Please don’t waste my time with low ball offers.”

http://fresno.craigslist.org/cto/4345645399.html

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1946 CJ-2A Fresno, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $20,000

Well-built jeep with a negotiable price.

“I am selling my 1946 Jeep Willy’s at this time. This vehicle is in pristine condition and it is impossible to find another vehicle in such good condition. This vehicle has the following upgrades + more professionally installed:

Steering System
Disc Brakes
Rhino Lined Interior
Battery
Front Axel
Alternator
CB
Radio
Radiator
V8 Engine 327 Small Block
Wiring
Fuse Panel
Seats
Roll Cage

This vehicle has additional upgrades and the price is HIGHLY NEGOTIABLE AT THIS TIME. If you have a vehicle for trade or an interest in this vehicle please respond directly to this add and I will e-mail or call you back. I am in Fresno and happy to meet anyone at any time to show the Jeep.”

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1951 M-38 Flagstaff, AZ **Status Unknown**

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UPDATE:  Was $7600. **Status Unknown**

(08/28/2012) This has the expanded windshield mod.  There looks like some nice cage work done, too.  I’ll bet this was a Fresno area jeep at one point.

“This is an amazing machine
Runs and drives great
4×4 high and low
Warn M6000 winch
4.3L Chevy V6 completely rebuilt
SM420 transmission
538 gears front and rear axles.
Full roll cage
Vinyl top
Custom built windshield and frame ( made it larger )
This jeep is ready for anything you throw at it
Body is straight with NO body filler
NO RUST
No expense spared in rebuilding this Jeep”

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1953 CJ-3A Fresno, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** 

(06/05/2012) Here’s another of the nice flat fenders with the unusual top and expanded windshield.  Looks very nice.  I’d like some better pics to compare with the others, like this one and this one.

“***IF YOU ARE INTERESTED PLEASE CALL. I WILL ONLY NEGOTIATE VIA PHONE CALL. NO TEXT OR EMAIL***

Rare 1953 Willy is a spectacular addition to any Jeep enthusiast
• Custom Top
• Custom Paint w/ Ghost Flames
• New Tires & Wheels
• V6 Chevy Motor
• Rebuilt Front End
• New Front & Rear Gears & Bearings
• New Rear Axles
• New Rear Springs
• New 14″ Brakes
• New Radiator
• Lots of Chrome & Stainless
• Studebaker Electric Over Drive”

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1957 CJ-5 Hesperia, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE:  This is back on eBay

(08/15/2012) Here’s an unusual CJ-5.  It appears to have been modified by the same people/person who created these other modified jeeps, an observation I’m basing on the top.  Given the jeep is from Hesperia, there’s a very good change it is the same group.  Note that the jeep was stored for more than three decades.

“Here’s my 1957 jeep, it was stored from around the late 70’s till 2010, still has the original california black plate, runs and drives great!!

paint, interior, and engine change where done around 1960, was owned and customized by a california car customizer in the fresno area

engine is a all stock 1960 283, has the original 4bbl carb, power pack heads, generator with power steering drive, runs perfect, very nicely installed, looks factory

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1948 CJ-2A Fresno, Ca **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8500.  Could this also be this flattie? It’s got a Muller Top

(11/17/2011) This is a nice build.  I think the thunderbird seat looks good in it. Here are similar flatties.

“1948 Willys Jeep CJ2AAll Original Steel
ENGINE1965 Ford 289 340hp 10-1compFord C-4 Automatic TransmissionSpicer 20 transfer caseMSD Ignition system100 amp single wire 12v GM AlternatorWalker Aluminum crossflow radiatorCustom fender exit headers aluma-coatedEdelbrock fuel pumpAluminum intake and water pumpVery well built and runs great!
SUSPENSIONRancho Leaf springs and hangers front/rear stock heightRancho shocks in all cornersDana 25 axle in front, openDana 44 axle in rear, open4:27 gear ratioWarn locking hubsDual power drum brakes31-10.50/15 Dominator AT Radial tires 15×8 US Mag steel wheels
EXTERIORCOOPER removable topSnap on clear side curtains, not pictured, very good conditionCustom rear bumperOriginal Military flip-up headlightsOriginal Military teardrop running lights, Ford script F on top, with slat covers12 gallon steel fuel tank in the frame rails, not under the seatsOriginal Black Ca license plates
INTERIORSO-CAL 6 gauge one piece dash boardAmerican Auto 15 circuit wiring system1962 Thunderbird seatsSO-CAL brake and throttle pedals
STORY BEHIND THIS LITTLE JEEPMy buddy is the second owner of the Willys, it’s been in his family since 1967. His dad bought her from a neighbors wife after the original owner passed away. Most of the modifications were done in the 60’s, she’s all original steel and been kept in that 60’s style. The springs and shocks have been upgraded and motor was rebuilt about 5 years ago, the 5k miles is original to the motor and the speedo reflects it. The paint looks very good, there is a few scratches where your feet drag getting in. The body seams were all welded properly, not just covered up and there has never been any body rust. The most off road she’s seen is Deer Hunting, so mainly Forrest type roads and never been wrecked. It’s a great little rig that would make a cool daily driver or weekender.”

 

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1950 CJ-3A El Paso, TX **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2700

This has the windshield modification on a CJ-3A windshield.  Note the lack of windshield wipers though.

“1950 jeep willy 4 cyl,33″ tires,all brake system replaced, good toy, strong jeep no rust!!!! Clean tx title Open to trades”

 

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