No more updates until the New Year. So, have a wonderfully Happy New Year Eve!
Happy 2012!
December 31, 2011 • CATEGORIES: Features This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Features Research Archives
Ted Spots ‘Tow Mater’ in Moab
December 31, 2011 • CATEGORIES: Features, toys, Willys Trucks This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
Ted emailed me today from Moab, Utah, with this image of a Tow Mater looking vehicle. It sounds like he is having some fun!
Ted writes, “We took a ride on the Hell’s Revenge trail in Moab today and ran across the tow truck from Cars in downtown Moab… This place is awesome!”
Metal Sculptures
December 30, 2011 • CATEGORIES: Artists/Drawings, Features, toys, Unusual This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
Out of the UK come these unusual metal jeep scultpures. I wish there were better pictures.
Polly, a 1952 CJ-3A Sculpture
December 29, 2011 • CATEGORIES: Artists/Drawings, Features This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
This unique sculpture created by Richard White is available for sale. Go to his website to see more pictures.
http://www.DrawToLive.com/3D_Sculpture_Pages/1952_Willys_CJ2A_Jeep_Polly.htm
Bill’s updated Jeepster
Originally a Shriner’s Jeep, Bill decided since it was already had some drivetrain mods that he would take it further.
He writes, “It now sits on a altered Cherokee chassis with Dana 44 frt and rear with a 4″ lift. It is powered by a Turbo 400 and a 304 AMC. I’ve kept it original looking with a Jeep wheel and the track width is right on. This is one Jeep missed out on produceing. Drove it all last summer and just love it.”
Before changes:
After changes:
French Fire Service Engine & Water Truck Netherlands eBay
Glenn spotted this fun toy.
“Here we offer you a wonderful and hard to find, vintage `late `70ties up to the early `80ties produced, French Tin Plated Jeep Model with Trailer. This set was produced by Joyax in France. Its a genuine model and NO replica. This is one of the last Tin Plated models which was produced. Today these models are difficult to find in such wonderful and crisp condition as the one we offer you here. The model is unused!. The Jeep is a Wind-Up model and comes with the key. The box is like new too. This set depicts a USA Fire Service Car with Trailer. An awesome asset within any Jeep collection or Fire Engine collection. Be keen on this beauty. The scale is about 1:28 Fully made of tin plated and bright lithographed material. A Very RARE find these days. Be keen on this less seen treasure.”
Willys on a Stick on Route 231
December 26, 2011 • CATEGORIES: Features This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
Bob reports he spotted this last week while driving in the Florida panhandle. This was right along the Alabama-Floridastate line on route 231 north of Marianna.
Merry Christmas
December 25, 2011 • CATEGORIES: Features, Willys Wagons • TAGS: Holiday. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
Bill forwarded this great picture of his wagon in front of someone’s light show (his possibly?). Thanks Bill.
I hope every enjoys their Christmas and has a Happy New Year!
James’ Holiday Surprise from Walcks4wd
December 25, 2011 • CATEGORIES: Features This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
James wrote me this evening about a wonderful surprise from Walcks4wd. Congrats James!
“Merry Christmas Dave! Hope you and your family are having a good Christmas this year! I woke up this morning and Santa was very good to me. I opened presents from Mom and Dad and later was sitting in our living room listening to some Tony Bennet and Frank Sinatra Holiday music.
I opened up my email and Santa had left another present for me. I won the 2011 Walcks4wd Wishlist! They made my Christmas wishes come true! I want to thank Carl Walck and his family and wish them a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
I also want to thank you Dave. Through your website, I found Walcks4wd. They have the most authentic and highest quality parts around. I would recommend them to anyone restoring or fixing up a jeep. They are truly good people. Thanks again and have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! James.”
Modern Mechanix Article on Rocket Brakes & a Jeep
December 25, 2011 • CATEGORIES: Features, Magazine, Old News Articles • TAGS: Mechanix. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
UPDATE: Originally published 12/15/2011
Nothing about this idea sounds good. Mechanix discusses the attempts to use rockets for braking in their June 1946 edition of the magazine. One of the vehicles tested was a military jeep, with a special pyramid behind the driver to protect in case of a roll. It almost looks like the driver has a seat belt.
http://blog.modernmechanix.com/2006/11/14/rocket-brakes-for-emergency-stops
Kids and Biscuit
UPDATES: Next updates will be on Sunday 11/25/2011.
Though chilly, the weather was sunny yesterday, allowing for some fun in Biscuit. Karson (17) and Kasia (15) took turns driving while Colter (13) decided he was fine with riding in the back. I supervised and drove, while Ann photographed.
The day’s highlight was when I ran out of gas. In my defense, I knew the tank was low and didn’t want to use up our time running to the gas station and back, so I hoped to let the kids play AND save a few drops for the drive back to the side of the garage . . .
We almost made it.
The kids thought this was hilarious, noting that not only did I run out of gas, but I also got stuck in the ditch. Ann countered that I only got stuck in the ditch because I ran out of gas. However, the kids saw it as an ‘and’ situation. So, I’m sure I will never hear the end about the time I both ran out of gas AND got stuck in a ditch with Biscuit.
Fun times 🙂
All Breeds Show from Pennsylvania
Mark from Sell-A-Jeep has posted sixteen pages of pictures from the All Breeds show hosted by the PA Jeeps Club. You can check out all the information here.
Here are a couple pictures of the older breeds:
The Book Arrived!
December 22, 2011 • CATEGORIES: Features This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
After waiting all day for it, the book finally arrived at 4:45pm. A knock at the door was quickly followed by my parents’ dog Jill barking at whomever was on the other side of the door. We quickly ran to the door. I snatched up the book while Ann raced for her camera. Mom was excited, the kids were excited, Ann was excited, and I was excited too. I think Dad was even excited, though if pressed I’m not sure he would admit it. Pictures ensued, followed by a gift of a pen by Ann especially for signatures (and it’s a great pen, too!).
The only issue I have found with the printing (which is good) is that the Title doesn’t stand out enough, so I will be making a change to that. Otherwise, it looks ready to go. Here are some pics from this special day.
More Holiday Cheer
December 20, 2011 • CATEGORIES: Artists/Drawings, Features • TAGS: Holiday, Roberto-Flores. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
Holidays and Jeeps … does it get better? More from Roberto.
Father of the M-678
December 20, 2011 • CATEGORIES: FC150-FC170-M677, Features • TAGS: Nice, Stock. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
Craig has a special picture this week at the FCConnection. Check out the whole photo here.
Merry Christmas CJ-2A
Ted has his CJ-2A dressed up for Christmas. You can see more pics of Ted’s CJ-2A here.
Hmm … I guess I should dress up Biscuit. If the rain abates, I will get him out and do something holidayish.
Another Christmas Illustration From Roberto
December 19, 2011 • CATEGORIES: Artists/Drawings, Features • TAGS: Holiday, Roberto-Flores. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
Here is another Christmas Illustration courtesy of Roberto Flores.
The Jolly & Renault: Competitors to the DJ-3A Surrey
December 15, 2011 • CATEGORIES: Features, Old News Articles, Unusual • TAGS: Mechanix. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
UPDATE: Glenn spotted this unusual competitor to the DJ-3A Surrey. The seller calls it a Jolly, though the magazine picture below suggests it is actually the Renault (thanks DC). The one shown below has been in the Newport Beach area for years and was once owned by the founder of Armor All. It is up for auction on eBay.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=180772628708
Included in the Auction is a picture of a Mechanix article that discusses the DJ-3A Surrey, the Jolly and a Renault Beach Wagon. I tried to find the original article, but couldn’t. However, I did the other Modern Mechanix articles about jeeps listed in the posts below this one. Great stuff!
Modern Mechanix Magazine Article about Kids and a Jeep
December 15, 2011 • CATEGORIES: Features, Magazine, Old News Articles • TAGS: Mechanix. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
This article ran in the September 1949 issue of Mechanix. This might just qualify as the first Hi Hood!
http://blog.modernmechanix.com/2006/04/03/midget-jeep/
Modern Mechanix Magazine Article on Jeeps
December 15, 2011 • CATEGORIES: Features, Magazine, Old News Articles • TAGS: Mechanix. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
Mechanix ran this article and picture on the future of the jeep in December of 1944. I think I might have this picture somewhere else, but never new its origin.
http://blog.modernmechanix.com/2009/02/01/jeepers/
So You Want to Build a Car in Your Basement?
December 13, 2011 • CATEGORIES: Features This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
Here is how this guy built a car . . . Note: I searched, but could find nothing to suggest this isn’t a true story.
The Story of Little Willy
December 11, 2011 • CATEGORIES: Features This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
While doing some searches, I ran across this picture, perfect for the season. Along with this picture is a the Story of Little Willy. You can read about it here. (Not all of the site works)
CJ-3B Stainless Body Kits Myrtle Creek, OR
December 10, 2011 • CATEGORIES: Advertising & Brochures, Body Parts, CJ-3B, Features, stainless/jewels This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
UPDATE: Back in May of 2011 Mike forwarded me the below ad. This morning Craig pointed out that Dan over at Hemmings did a nice article about the stainless bodies along with the seller of these kits.
The buyer apparently bought out a stainless supplier in the Philippines. Call the seller for more info.
Utility Truck Specs Post
December 10, 2011 • CATEGORIES: Features, Willys Trucks This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
Glen pointed me to an intersting post at the OldWillysForum. The post is a link to a list of detailed specs for a 1957 Willys Utility Truck that John found on eBay. It’s pretty cool. Here is an example of one spec:
View the OldWillysForum post here:
Wooden Jeep on display in France
December 9, 2011 • CATEGORIES: Features, Unusual, Wood bodies • TAGS: Nice. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
Alex forwarded this amazing wooden jeep replica from France.
