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This was published around 1950. It’s less story and more marketing, but still interesting. The argument that the trencher doesn’t affect the roadability of the jeep might be a stretch ….
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2800.
(12/04/2017) Ted’s selling this CJ-5. I estimate it to be around mid 1968, but that’s just a guess based on the serial number.
“For sale late sixties CJ5 Auburn Jeep A Trench . Starts, runs good and drives , clutch feels good , no brakes . Body’s kinda rough but frame looks pretty good . Havent had a chance to go over it well to check everything but seems to be pretty complete , missing one of the augers. PTO engages and shaft spins . Not very familiar with these units so will try my best to answer any questions. Looks complete enough to restore or get going and use as is, or would be a great parts donor for another Auburn Trencher unit. Front counter weight there ,as is the creeper gear , pto assembly, Fhead Governor , overload springs ( Canfields or Koenigs ?) etc”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
Nick’s selling this trencher jeep.
“For sale is a 1946 Willys CJ2A I purchased in St. Louis. It was used as a true agrijeep, fitted with the early Jeep-A-Trench equipment. It has:
-Complete PTO system
-Complete gear-engagement system
-Trencher mount
-Coil helper springs
-Complete engine that turns free
-Trans/tcase”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000.
(09/13/2017) Craig shared this one. Seller is including a snow plow and front counter weight as well. Looks like a good price.
“1957 Jeep A Trench trencher,snow plow and front counter weight. Will sell all together or separately”
This photo from the October 1954 issue of Kaiser Willys News got me thinking. Anyone know when the first jeep trenchers were manufactured?
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was “Make Offer”
Bill spotted this one. Looks definitely some value here.
“!950’s Jeep trencher. Ran when parked. Make offer. Ask for Jim”
Parts jeep or project.
“1948 willys jeep trench-o-jeep do not have the trencher has rear pto with all drive shafts has another pto for the trencher with drive shafts has all engagement levers and hardware for drive has coil over helper springs for the weight jeep has transmission but no engine and no title jeep tub in good shape rust holes in floors”
https://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/d/1948-willys-trench-jeep/6281344592.html
Glenn spotted this Auburn trencher on the back of a tractor.
“International 2400 gas tractor with Auburn mounted trencher and Auburn mounted dozer blade. This is a one of a kind machine. Google it, Auburn made trenchers for tractors and Willys Jeeps from the 40s through the 80s. Parts are still available from a dealer in Virginia. I got this given to me by the original owner. I brought it home, and got it running. It has been sitting for about 4 years. Last time it ran, when the engine got warmed up, it died. Let it cool, it would run again. Easy electrical fix, I just have no need for the tractor. It is a cool piece to look at! Auburn split the tractor and mated the gear transmission with a hydraulic one. It still runs ans drives like a tractor, but when you engage the Auburn transmission and pto for trencher, it takes over. 98 ACTUAL HOURS. I know the complete history on the machine. It has a 5″ trencher on it. Blade works all the way. It really is handy, I just have no need for it. Feel free to call with any questions. Good for collecting or for use!!! I am asking $6000 obo. Make me an offer, I need the barn space! I can load it on your trailer.”
https://louisville.craigslist.org/grd/6171095497.html
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** was $1495.
Chris had this Auburn Trencher for sale. His email is hngc2013@gmail.com
“Selling this Jeep-A-Trench from the Auburn Machine Works company. It’s a late 50’s model that has been stored inside since the 70’s. The auger teeth and arm were never used. Looking to sell as a complete unit for $1495”
This jeep no longer has it’s trencher, but it still has lots of parts.
“1948 willys jeep trench-o-jeep do not have the trencher has rear pto with all drive shafts has another pto for the trencher with drive shafts has all engagement levers and hardware for drive has coil over helper springs for the weight jeep has transmission but no engine and no title jeep tub in good shape rust holes in floors”
https://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/6175884724.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2600.
Pete’s got this 3A trencher for sale.
“1950 willys jeep cj3a. With. A jeep a trench trencher on the back jeep runs well moves drives. Will need typiCal brakes redone. Needs all tires Has good matching title. Will need a new rear pto belt drive gear box I hAve the old one. But the cast is cracked and apart. For many years I think if b you knew a good welder that weld cast iron. And a machinest that can make a new gear or a set of Small gears you may be able to rebuild the gear box you c a new find used one I have guy th at will be getting one. In the next few weeks the body is not rusted out no floor patchs at all had its dents etc. Will post pics hopefully Sunday 1 29. Don’t wait may put on ebay soon. Loc near Scottsbluff Nebraska.calls only”
Looks like a good price. Seller has other parts for older jeeps, too.
“This trencher was removed from a 1950 Jeep CJ3A. When purchased was told it was in working condition. I have never done anything with it, but I applied a penetrating oil every 3-6 months on the chains, and apparatus. The link belt freely rotates. I have extra chain pieces, and the under Jeep components. Please call Denny for more information. I have collected Jeeps, and at my age I do not foresee doing anything more with them. I have other Jeep parts for older Jeeps. Asking $600 OBO.”
http://toledo.craigslist.org/tls/5865395773.html
