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Lacks an engine.
https://prescott.craigslist.org/cto/d/mayer-54-willys-cj3/7663556452.html
“This jeep is missing original engine but otherwise very original and complete. It has an original dated radiator, unmolested wiring. Also has front heater and very rare complete rear heater.”
Only the one pic.
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/pts/d/albuquerque-1951-willys-jeep-model-mc-38/7660605211.html
“restore or for parts.
Will add asking price soon.”
This June 20, 1960, Advertising and Merchandising Bulletin included a wall poster showing new styling changes in the ‘Jeep’ vehicle line. I wish I knew which poster that was.
There is also reference to an ad in the April 25th, 1960, issue of Life Magazine. But, it wasn’t a ‘Jeep’, but rather a Goodyear tire ad that includes a jeep.
Here is the Life Magazine:
I was going through eBay and found these jeeps on slides for sale.
This is an ad I’ve never seen. What’s more surprising is that the seller has four of them!
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“Carborundum
Willys Jeep Ad
1942 Original ad.
It takes a lot of parts to make a Jeep”
David shared this unusual hub with me. It’s not one I recognize. I *think* it is some form of a summer hub, perhaps adapted from a locking hub. Note the welds on two sides of the six-sided metal plate atop the hub.
Barry let me know that Nate is selling this CJ-5 Farm Jeep. It includes a rare restored Stratton Lift that Barry highlighted here: https://www.farmjeep.com/lifts/stratton-lift/stratton-lift-restoration/
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Engine (F134), transmission (T90), transfer case (Dana 18) and axles (Dana 25 front, Dana 44 rear) were all rebuilt by the previous owner. The three point hitch is the hardest to find of all the ones used by Willys. It is a Stratton lift. All the lifting devices are under the bed which keeps the bed open. PTO is operational and comes with a 90 degree belt pulley.
There is a Novi governor on the engine and it is not hooked up. Brakes were upgraded to 10″ drums by the previous owner as well. Body has dents and dings. Only rot is in the hat channel behind the spare tire. Floors are really nice. See pictures for body damage. Has venting windshield and the glass is broken. Also has most of the original soft top bows.
Comes with original side steps and some other spare parts. Also has the regular seats if the buyer does not want the 60-40 bench seat. Lift arms are reproductions copied off originals. I have the templates and new decals along with other information that goes with the lift. Under the tub is good and the frame is not rotted or broken anywhere. There are helper coil springs in the rear. This is a very solid and original jeep. I rebuilt the lift cylinder three years ago. I have a clean title in my name. The jeep originally came from Washing state. Some of the lights do not work. Tires are old and have cracks, but they work just fine.”
Blaine shared this one. It includes a Converto Dump Trailer.
https://portland.craigslist.org/clk/atq/d/vancouver-1941-mb-willys-jeep-slat/7662296819.html
“For sale. 1941 MB Willys Slat Grill Jeep. The very first year of the Jeep.
Delivery date: December 4, 1941. Mostly original brought back from overseas.
This is a pre-war MB Jeep. This vehicle starts and runs great with a freshly rebuilt 1942 engine.
The original engine stamp date December 1939, (not installed) will go a long with the Jeep it is complete and is a good running engine.
New canvas top, seat covers, and back fold up seat.
.30 caliber belt feed machine gun (metal replica) with mount. Side mount ammunition cans included.
A very hard to find Solid steel dump trailer in great condition.”
This was last started 30 years ago, so keep that in mind.
https://twinfalls.craigslist.org/pts/d/burley-wwii-1944-willys-mb/7662567401.html
“This is an original WWII Jeep that spent its life on a farm in Idaho. It has about 25,000 original miles. Was last started and run about 30 years ago and has been stored inside in a shop since now collecting dust and bird poop. Although it was a military Jeep, it was never used by the military but instead in 1944 diverted for agricultural use, where a spray rig was added as well as large headlights and a heater, otherwise it is 100% original. The original small headlights are included as are 5 original combat rims and other military parts. This is a wonderful example of a first generation military jeep worthy of a ground up restoration. Well restored military Jeeps are worth $20,000 and great fun for parades etc. This one was owned by my father and another farmer before him and has a clear title. I will deliver for a fee or you may arrange to pick it up near Raft River, Idaho. The price is $7,900 with all extra parts wheels and tires.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7500.
Scott’s selling his stock DJ-3A.
“1956 Willys DJ3A Dispatcher. Rare 2WD with column shift. New brake system (master cylinder, wheel cylinders, shoes, lines, hoses and emergency brake cable), new wiring harness and new tires. This is a true survivor with only 4 small areas that are rusted through (driver side foot board, panel above passenger foot board, cargo floor behind seats and panel next to tailgate on driver side). It runs great and could easily be restored if desired.”
This has tool indents and a column shift. If it is as restored as claimed, that’s a good price. It will need paint at the very least.
https://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/d/roseville-super-clean-1946-jeep-cj2a/7656617629.html
“Up for sale is a very unique and rare All original Built from the ground up 1946 Willy’s CJ2A “…..This is one of the first post world war jeeps offered by willy’s after world War II to the civilian market. A complete frame of restoration was performed between August 2021 and December 2022. The entire restoration was video logged, All work that was performed was documented
Full restoration videos can be viewed below
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLN3v11htMdatvwVMtPFrfq4UeA0XsDS5T
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLN3v11htMdatvwVMtPFrfq4UeA0XsDS5T
Might be value here.
https://spokane.craigslist.org/pts/d/cusick-1946-willys-cj2a-project-jeep/7662123383.html
“’46 cj2a, buick v6, power steering, disk brakes. Needs a firewall mounted hydraulic brake and clutch system, a tilt steering column from an s 10 and a fuel cell would make this a good wheeler. $1500 or trade for interesting off road thing.”
Doesn’t run. I can’t tell if the rear seat is just resting in that position or is installed there.
https://westslope.craigslist.org/cto/d/loma-1948-willys-jeep/7662465953.html
“1948 Willys Jeep , not run in years , needs restoration .”
Starting bid is $6000. May have a bad fuel pump.
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“Willys. 1946 CJ2A (agri Jeep or farm jeep) Note the extra shifter in the floor….. I purchased this Jeep from my parents estate. My dad had many Jeeps through the years and this one he thought was special because not many agri jeeps were produced. Has been in storage for last 8 yrs right where these pics were made. I did crank it a few times but I think fuel pump has gone bad since. 134cu.in. “Go Devil” engine makes 63 hp @ 2,000 rpm.
These Jeeps were hitched to plows, cultivators,mowing machines, harrows,and lime spreaders to tackle common farm tasks. Tires are dry rotted, there is a small hole in floor board on pass side [see pic] all other sheet metal seems to be in good shape. Chassis not rusted, only surface rust. Was painted best I can remember 20 yrs ago… New top bows as indicated in pics, do not have the canvas top. Tilt out windshield. Also have an extra engine, transfer case and trans, along with 2 extra heads. Not sure of the year but looks to be the same thats incld. Will assist in loading. Could get it running and drive as is or restore.”
Andy shared this project truck with a stake bed. Might have a solid cab.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1021197929135483
“1949 Willys Stake Truck, surface rust, great patina, brand new tires. Comes with cherry picker and 1969 chevy 350 ( came out of cj7, needs install), has tranny and transfer case. Great project!!!”
You just don’t see these units for sale up here in the PNW.
https://spokane.craigslist.org/pts/d/spokane-cj-jeep-pto-belt-drive/7658248856.html
“1949 CJ3a PTO assembly with the Belt Drive adapter. Still currently mounted in the jeep so it can be used and shown to work. Only thing missing is the Novi Governor under the hood. I’m not much of a farmer and I don’t intend to restore this jeep to factory so I’m selling just the PTO.”
Andy share this boxless FC-170. It’s supposed to have a rear PTO.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/195521960180494
“FC170. Ran/Drove when parked. Rear PTO Option”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(05l21/2023) It runs, but unclear how well it drives.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/cto/d/san-bruno-willy-fender-jeep-stainless/7655084525.html
“- Willy Fender Jeep Stainless Steel looks good
– Much of the info may be incoreect. I will update upon examining the vehicle closer
– Owner was always upgrading it, full detail unknowm
– V6 engine runs, I tested the 4-WD and transmission, work OK
– Let me know if you want me to email a movie of the engine runnig
– The owner did excellent work and was very gifted mechanically
– MIleage is not accurate, and it is unknown at this point, I will update if possible
– Best offers will be considred”
The driver’s step has seen some work. I suspect the passenger step is the same.
https://spokane.craigslist.org/pts/d/airway-heights-1946-willys-jeep/7653021946.html
“1946 willys jeep motor ben gone threw runs like. A champ. $300 dallors on front tires comes with army box two fuel cans top speed is 45mph had sand blasted the whole thing threw some green pait on it i drive this jeep aroumd my place and to the store runs good needs alot of body work rust evey were cant find thease jeeps anywere its a blast to drive”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $7000.
(09/08/2022) This could use some new paint and possibly wiring (wipers look unwired).
https://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/cto/d/onalaska-1953-willys-cj3b-4×4-jeep/7661834301.html
“1953 Jeep CJ3B willy’s for sale. Own a real running piece of history. Rare high hood and solid body. Original F-134 Hurricane 4 cyl engine runs strong recently updated to electronic distributor and coil. New Optima red top battery and fuse panel. Dana 44 rear 5.38 gears with original equipment powerloc locker. Dana 25 front 5.38 gears with powerlock locker. Superwinch hubs.
Spicer T18 transfer case and Warner T90 3 speed transmission all original. Recently serviced. 44.09 crawl ratio as equipped.
Wearing 33×12.50R15 mud terrain tires. Wilco off road swing out tire carrier. 10k winch works well.
Rugged radio preprogrammed and installed antenna tuned to vehicle. Roll bar. Fire extinguisher. Smittybuilt front and rear seats and seat covers.
Full service manual from Kaiser Willys included as well as full tiger top and doors and bikini top for summer shade. Little jeep runs strong and is highly capable after almost 70 years. Would be a great toy as is or convert to v6 or v8 power for serious crawling.
Our Family is grown and time to let someone else enjoy this little jeep. Serious buyers only cash only no trades. Clean title“
Bill Norris let me know that the new Holy Toledo calendars for 2024 are ready to sell. Go here to learn more: https://www.dispatchermagazine.com/calendars
Mike shared this unique build. It’s got a 181 Mercruiser engine, which was one I was considering when I was building Biscuit. I wish I could take this for a test drive.
https://goldcountry.craigslist.org/cto/d/grass-valley-1945-willys-jeep/7664480067.html
“Complete rebuild 3 years ago
181 4 cylinder mercruiser engine
T90 transmission
New 33 inch tires
4 wheel disc breaks
Custom best top
8500 warn winch
Duel fuel tanks
Line x tub
New seats
Warn locking hubs
Roll cage
Heater
Waterproof radio
Electric windshield wipers
Millatery grill
Hi lift jack,axe,shovel
Tow bar”
UPDATE: Solved the oil spillage issue. The oil was coming from the back of the engine where the oil gauge line attaches to the engine. I had made the hose a little too long, so it didn’t tighten down correctly. Trimming the line fixed the issue. So, I got to drive around the property yesterday instead of doing updates for today ….
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Gassing up the racer.
The good news: I rolled the racer out of the garage, put in some gas, and tried to start it. Naturally, it didn’t start straight away. After fiddling with it, finally figured out that the manual choke needed to be opened (the choke was never hooked up on the old racer, so I never thought about it). Once I adjusted the choke, the jeep started right up! So, I will be adding a choke cable.
Unfortunately, while looking for the starting problem, I ran my forehead into the tall air cleaner bolt. It was only a large scratch and some blood, so not that big of deal. I was more made than anything. This highlights the problem with the bubble in the eye; sometimes it screws with the depth perception.
Starting the racer.
The bad news: Once it started, it sounded as great as it did last year. However, for some reason the fuel pump didn’t stop pumping prior to starting the engine (that’s how I remember it working). This suggests to me that maybe something isn’t sealed correctly, so it’s not building the pressure needed to shut off the pump? I will have to research the pump to double check this. I’m sure the fix will be fairly simple.
Discovering the rear main seal likely needs to be changed.
The ugly news: The worst issue was underneath the jeep; I discovered that a significant amount of oil was leaking out the back of the engine. My guess is the rear main oil seal needs replacing. Ugh! It was fine when I parked it last summer (and this highlights the risk of “ran-when-parked” jeeps!). I’ll let it sit for a day or two and see if things magically right themselves.
That pretty much ended my garage time yesterday.
I have been wanting a set of 5 lug aluminum rims that match the six lug aluminum rims for the racer. Yesterday, while fuming about the oil leak, I went on FB Marketplace and did some searching for local motorhomes (pondering the idea of getting a gently used, older motorhome to take to races). After looking through ads, on a lark, I entered a search for Desert Dogs. Lo and Behold, these three popped up for sale for only $400! Check out all that barely used tread!
Even better, the dogs were mounted on the style of rims I had been seeking! I made arrangements to get them, which meant driving to Boise today.
It turns out they had been an extra part of a Suzuki Samarai purchase.As a bonus, they threw in another desert dog, though it doesn’t have much life left.
This rim has a little cosmetic discoloring and the tread is slightly different, but no bid deal. On the left you can see the other rims. The COOP tires on the green rims will be transferred to the other matching six lug aluminum rims that I have.
UPDATE: This post originally highlighted Paul’s Warn hub counter display model. Now, this post will highlight several different demo or display hubs with sections removed for dealers. Anyone seen images of other examples?
1. Cutlas Selective Hub: You can see a brochure for this early Cutlas hub here. This was on eBay (last priced around $450), but sold away from eBay. See more pics of this here: https://www.ebay.com/itm/175866727203
2. Dualmatic 2-lever Watson-style Display Hub: This hub has a Dualmatic sticker, but is the type sold under the Watson brand (Watson-branded hubs & Dualmatic hub lever variations). This display hub was also on eBay, though I don’t remember the price. It probably sold off ebay as a package with the Cutlas hub above. See more pics here: https://www.ebay.com/itm/175866718846
