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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 .
Blaine spotted this unusual item. Maybe someone can use?
https://eugene.craigslist.org/for/d/springfield-military-surplus-vtwin/7797660508.html
“Air cooled military surplus V twin
Generator engine. Has gear reduction gear box and several splined shafts and adapters for
Other drive applications. It was my father’s very slow project but now he has passed. This engine is from the late 60stime period and has inspection papers. Comes with shipping crate. Must pick up.”
Christopher has this engine he wants to sell. I’m sure someone can use it. You can email him at CAM @ framinghamma.gov with any questions (remove spaces from around the @).
“I am selling a 63 Tornado engine that I have been storing for last 7 years. It was running when pulled. The seller who sold me a truck I am rebuilding told me it only had 27000 miles on it. “
Seller will sell individually, too.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/8627448243944299
“For sale is a pair of Willys Go-Devil engines. One is a military unit in a generator, the other appears to be from a CJ. The yellow one is stuck but may be repairable. The blue one was rebuilt when purchased several years ago. They come with some accessories seen in the pics like starter, distributors, oil pump, fans, flywheel, timing cover etc. $450 each or $750 for the pair.”
Andy shared this rare engine. I don’t know what the value of these are.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/872540944343843
“Kermath transmission in a boat motor setup using a Willys WW2 engine”
Here’s a unique piece of engine culture that Nick is selling.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/998037391666684/
“This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to own perhaps the highest hp Willys F134 head in the world. This was custom designed for swamp buggy racing in Naples, FL. Due to its unoriginal nature, this head was deemed illegal and could not race in the sanctioned event.
Includes:
-Custom made F134 engine head
-Down draft F134 manifold setup
-ARP head studs for the majority of the setup
It features four individual intake runners to feed the engine. Oversized titanium valves. I have video of this setup revving to 7500 rpm.
This engine head feeds necessary air and power to make the most out of the Willys engine. If you want to set the vintage horsepower record, here is your start.
It’s supposed to run. Thanks to TJ for sharing.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/945228707383976
“Old but still runs.”
TJ found this nice looking L-161 for sale. Though it is picture with a tranny, tc, and OD, it sounds like only the bell housing goes with the engine.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1121698265752054
“Running L-161 flathead engine. I believe it’s from a 1951 Jeepster. It has been reliable, runs well and doesn’t smoke. It’s bolted to a T90 and that bell housing will go with the engine. I will be keeping the starter and alternator, but everything else goes with it. The exhaust manifold has either been modified or repaired at the pipe flange, I can’t tell what the purpose was, but it bolts up to my CJ2a. It’s still in the Jeep and I can show it running. I’ll pull it when I have a buyer. $900 obo or trade for a running L134.”
At least one combo includes a WARN OD.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/341621008451582
“Selling 3 engines, 4 gearboxes and 4 differentials for Jeep 1960 or older. Prices vary.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $750.
Ricky is selling this Ford Pinton engine. The sale includes Novak conversion kit to attach to a T-90.
“Includes a Pinto motor with approx 15k miles from a Ford Shay kit car and is on a motor stand and just needs to be wired to run. No documentation but motor spins freely, has good compression, and is in really nice shape. Have the rare bellhousing that bolts up to the Willys T90. Comes with a new Novak conversion kit to bolt to the T90. Comes with a brand new Summit oil filter conversion kit if you need to relocate the oil filter. $750 for the package, I wanted to install this in my Willys but realize I will never get to it since my original motor runs great and I’m well, to lazy to do it”
Looks like a good price on a hard-to-find 161 lightening.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/968930990840497
“161l Flathead Willy’s Kaiser and T96 with overdrive. Motor runs, was running when pulled and was fired up a couple weeks ago.”
Tom shared this unique item.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1367070253865527
“As pictured, likely the only one of its kind left, NOS straight from a Willys Jeep dealership parts inventory…
If you are doing a factory 100 point restoration, or if you just want to have a shortblock ready to go vs having to find and wait on a (more expensive) engine rebuild shop this is ready for you!
My dad and I bought this Willys Overland flat head, 4 cyl. Shortblock flathead engine years ago. It sure was an exciting find! It was still in its original factory crate which fell apart as we loaded it out of the dealership. (Somewhere I even have pictures of it the day we found it).
Fast forward years ahead, our 1946 CJ2A is a fine running Jeep and our other Jeeps use different engines. So, I either keep this as a spare, buy another Jeep project or find someone who can use this now. As a friend reminded me, I’ll be sorry to see this go as I’ll never find another brand new one again in my lifetime! I can load and deliver to new owner at the Ohio Jeep show coming up in mid May – Canton, Ohio.”
It’s not clear to me whether this is a NOS engine or a rebuilt one.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/913284499715551
“1943 Willys MB replacement motor never had oil. I have found all the parts for the military model, and it is complete including the starter.”
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $500.
It runs.
“Willys flathead 4 cyclender runs great. Came out of a 1952 hobart welder generator. $500 obo.”
TJ spotted this seemingly good price.
Https://www.facebook.com/commerce/products/two-willys-f-head-134-motors/8887561454619814
“2 Willys F Head 134 Motors. Both turn over. Light Blue ran good when pulled. $350 for both. Cash only.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $350.
Steve passed this engine along. It may be worth a look.
“Here is a running jeep motor I believe around 1962
That was used to power my Ford 821 tractor.
I removed the motor a few years ago when I began
a multi year project to restore it from a back hoe / loader
to a 841 tractor. The engine was running fine however, the
front engine pulley was not capable of running the pump
on the front end loader. It has been sitting inside my garage
ever since. The engine looks like the engine in my 62 Willys
Jeep CJ-5. It has the skid plate under the oil pan.
I cannot locate the timing cover as it was removed many years ago.”
Save the Tornados, right Dan?
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1491732797976804
“230 tornado jeep straight six replacement for a wills Jeep from the 60’s this motor has been rebuilt never used set for many years it will probably need the seals replace”
Someone ought to be able to use this.
https://flint.craigslist.org/pts/d/fenton-1945-willys-jeep-engine/7578771899.html
“1945 Willys Jeep Engine
Original MB engine
Would be a rebuild project
Make offer”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Were $600 and $400.
Looks go be value here.
“Up for sale are a Willys M38 engine $600. + a Willys MB Block $400 The M38 engine has the timing gear pulled off.
I have the Damper Pulley + Timing gear and cover. The MB is a block only. I have the crank and cam + oil pan for it.”
Unclear how much value is here.
https://akroncanton.craigslist.org/pts/d/orrville-willys-jeep-cj2a-l134-go-devil/7553934022.html
‘This motor is from a 1946 CJ2A that I purchased in 1994.
Jeep was sold long ago.
The motor number is CJ 2A 25623.
Motor is frozen, will not turn.
Missing carb and distributor.
Dirty and rusty.
Selling AS -IS , for parts, rebuild or core.
See photos for condition.
Please reply via Craig site relay Email link above or call.
No text messages.
No shipping.
Cash only
If you still see this listing then the motor is still available.”
The 327 is supposed to be rebuilt.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/697893137975192/
“1968 Jeep AMC motor 327 ci rebuilt in crate and 1968 Jeep auto. Trans.and transfer case. For more info PM me and I will give you the contact number. If the post is up it’s available., will not answer to is this available.”
As TJ noted when he sent this, free is a good price. Maybe some useful parts.
https://www.facebook.com/commerce/products/willy’s-f134/5342585675870226?ref=messenger_share&rt=54
“Complete motor it is locked up free for the taking located in Myrtle creek oregon”
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $800.
Engine spins.
“1943 Willys jeep MB “go devil” engine.
Engine has been in storage for years.
Engine is not frozen, turns over by hand, good compression.
Bell housing, generator, carb included, see pictures.
Serious buyers only”
This unusual and rare booklet from 1946 offered marine-conversion kits from the Osco Motors Corp out of Philadelphia for standard engines from several manufacturers, including Willys-Overland. The were called “Convo-Kits”.
View all the information on eBay
“Vintage 1946 Booklet * Convo-Kits For Marine Conversion Of Ford And Jeep Motors .
Vintage Booklet – Has Lots Of Wear But Complete – From Osco Motors Corp. Philadelphia PA.
Measures App. 9 X 6 – 14 Pages .
Loc. A-39.”
The seller wants to sell the whole lot.
https://nd.craigslist.org/pts/d/gackle-willys-jeep-parts-lot/7532910147.html
“WILLYS JEEP PARTS LOT
* MISC. LOT OF WILLYS JEEP PARTS
* ITEMS INCLUDE: HOODS; TAILGATE; AXLE; CARBURATORS; 3 ENGINES; ETC
* OF SPECIAL NOTE – AN ORIGINAL L-134 ENGINE WITH T84 TRANSMISSION (FOR MB/GPW)
* PRICE IS FOR ENTIRE LOT – I WILL NOT SELL SEPARATELY
$2500.00”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(12/04/2020) At the bottom you can see a video of a Kubota V2203 from a refrigeration unit installed in a flattie. You can learn more about this swap at overlanddiesel.com.
https://portland.craigslist.org/clk/pts/d/battle-ground-kubota-v2203/7574258337.html
“Engine will be strapped to a pallet.
These engines are easily swapped into Jeep’s, bobcats, or even used for standby generators. Perfect for projects
I can send a video of the engine running or you can come check it out.
Contact with any questions you might have.
These V2203 engines can be swapped in place of older V1902, V1903, V1702, V1703 models.
D1105 will include an inline electric fuel pump
All you need to run these are fuel and a battery. Fully mechanical. Fuel solenoid can be removed and blocked off, or you can wire into ignition power. All engines have a manual shutdown lever on the fuel rack.
SAE #4 Bellhousing pattern
If you are unsure if this model will be a direct swap, message me and I will let you know if it will work for your application. Engines are sold “as is” with no warranty.
Conversion kit links;
https://www.overlanddiesel.com/
https://kubotaswappers.myshopify.com/”
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Here’s the video of a used Kubota engine installed in a a flattie that I mentioned:
