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Paul Barry of Willys America shared these photos he took from the 2017 Portland Swap Meet at the Portland Expo Center. The black truck is priced at $12,000. The red wagon has no engine. The other two trucks are rough.
On page 41 of the April 1945 issue of Popular Mechanics is this photo and caption. Curiously, it doesn’t appear the jeep has lights; it looks more like the jeep was partly illustrated.
This photo was in the same issue:
Paul Ferrari is the new head of the East Coast Willys Association. He wanted to give an updated on the organization:
What is the ECWA? It’s been, and we hope to keep it up as a group of people with a passion for the Willys Jeep. An unofficial club, with a forum and Facebook presence, where people can share Willys and Jeep info, stories and projects etc. The only rules are to have fun with your Jeep, help each other out, and treat each other with respect. We are hoping members will generate events like Jeep runs, tech days etc.
You can find the ECWA on the web http://eastcoastwillys.proboards.com/forum & on Facebook
That’s quite a load to pull for that jeep!
“1943 PRESS PHOTO US Army Jeep Hauls Railroad Freightcar Dakar North Africa 4382 Measures 6 X 10 inches”
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Another press photo from the Ford GPA tests.
“1943 PRESS PHOTO Army Ford Amphibian Peep Rouge River Detroit 4294 Measures 6.5 X 9 inches”
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This set of used Kelly Hubs appears in good shape. They were manufactured at the Kelly plant in Charleston, West Virginia, probably around the late 1950s or early 1960s. A descendent of the Kelly founder who worked at the plant indicated they were also made there. I believe they were invented by D.L. Beck, who filed a patent very similar to these in 1957. Beck happens to be the same man who founded the D.L. Beck Manufacturing Company in Middleport, Ohio, which made Beck hard tops in the late 40s/early 50s, a company later bought by Hubert Kelly and rebranded Kelly Mfg. They are a 10-spline hub.
“Good Used Set of Kelly Mfg Self-Lock Hubs. Removed from 1948 Dana 25 front axle. Will fit Jeep Willys Spicer Dana Model 25 27 Front Axle with 10 spline ends. Cleaned to check for cracks and breaks. Both hubs work well. May want to disassemble and regrease”
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Dean Dujmovic contacted me about this jeep. It is located in Croatia presently. Seller can be reached at his US office phone (347) 242 2600 or on his mobile phone (917) 330 5522. Jeep is located in Rijeka, Croatia, European Union, his birth town. He is a US Citizen living in NYC where he owns and operates a Freight Forwarding Company specialized in transport of vehicles between USA and Europe. He can bring this car in US in 35 days, if there is a qualified buyer. There are several things that keep this from being all original (the rims and all the 12 volt equipment).
“Engine, transmission, clutch, differential, starter 12V, dynamo 12V, regulator 12V (it was communication vehicle and came originally with 12 V installation), brakes, fuel pump, water pump, all rebuilt and fully restored or replaced with new original or NOS parts. Re-wired. Has been driven only 700 Km from then. Body completely redone, floor panels changed (welded the way original floor was welded onto frame), fully sand blasted, primed and then completely painted. Not a single spot with rust!
Has loads of patina.
“Willys m38 I bought as a package deal and don’t need another jeep project has a motor and trans/transfer case probably should all be rebuilt from sitting for so long missing windsheild tail gate and one stearing link but might have one for it soon still has all of the 24 volt electrical system calls”
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/cto/6073012443.html
It’s got some patches. Unclear if it runs or not.
“1947 Jeep Willies all original have to many cars don’t have time to work on $1800 firm!”
https://denver.craigslist.org/cto/6072218849.html
Seems like a fair price for a complete setup.
“Myers Snow plow, complete. Hydraulic angle plow, 7′. With pump and switches. Came off of cj willies have all brackets. Thanks George, Holland, NY.”
https://buffalo.craigslist.org/grd/6072102788.html
UPDATE: See more information on the Rapport, Flox Foy, and Welliver adapters here.
I’ve spent the past couple days working through the selective hub relationships between Free-Lock (Denver, CO), Dualmatic (Longmont, CO), Husky (Longmont, CO), White Manufacturing (Colorado Springs, CO), and Cutlas Tools & MFG (Vinton, IA). During that process, I ran across more information about dual wheel adapters for the jeep. I thought it might be worth listing the one’s that have been documented. Perhaps someone has more information??
1. Max Rappaport’s hubs: A patent on these hubs was filed in 1947 (awarded in 1953), making them the earliest known hubs. Max Rapportaport was the President of Northwestern Auto Parts Company (aka NAPCO).
Here is an example of them:
This December 1947 NAPCO ad promoted the hubs:
This July 1948 Popular Mechanics ad might be advertising the same dual wheels, but rebranded as “Du All” Converters. The design looks very similar to the Rapport models:
2. Welliver Jeep Dual Adapters No. 3000: These adapters were available by 1949 and sold by the Welliver Machine Shop. This April 1949 ad from Popular Mechanics provides a documented date.
Thanks to Stefano Oddo, we have this brochure regarding these adapters:
3. Hickey Dual Adapters: Vic Hickey developed his higher compression head, giving jeeps a power upgrade option. Then, he designed a set of dual wheel adapters. The first documentation I could find on his adapters was this July 1952 article in Popular Science about his hubs.
The next month, this ad appeared in the August 1952 issue of Popular Science:
This Photobucket page has some good close up photos of the Hickey adapters. Continue reading
This year’s Willys Jeep Rally takes place June 2-3 in College Corner, Ohio. You can learn more at the event’s website: http://www.mw-willysjeep.com
Great photo.
“1941 PRESS PHOTO Canadian Officers In US Army Jeep Baltimore MD 4259 Measures 7 X 9.5 inches”
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,000.
Looks nice. Looks like the Bobcat hood has a custom design on the side.
“Custom classic. Powered by a Chevy small block 327. This thing is one of a kind. It’s geared amazing. You don’t need the brakes in for low and first gear it just creeps down steep hills. Warn 9000 lb winch. Hi and low splitter on a three sped stick. 4wd 1951 model so it’s 66 years old and beautiful. Won’t find another one like it.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
Craig spotted this interesting find. It seems the seller wants to sell either the M-38A1 or a 1967 London Taxi. I’m thinking the London Taxi is a cooler choice!
“Your choice jeep almost done the other needs work.1- 1955 willys M38A1 jeep just about parade ready 100%complete only missing b.o. light on fender correct only engine and 12v system changed. 6cyl. ford. 2 REAL DEAL 1967 London black cab 100% complete with history down to meter and jump seats .2.2 diesel smokes so I am pulling for rebuild or swap serious calls only”
Looks good for the price.
“Nice running Jeep will ready to go”
https://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/cto/6069513826.html
Should be some value here, especially with the hardtop.
“I have a cj5, good frame and drivetrain, rusted tub. A cj3b with hardtop. Motor I believe is locked up. Rusted frame and tub. And a cj2a? With a fiberglass body and no motor. No titles and can’t get any. Spare transmission and transfer case. Make a off-road buggy or find a title and rebuild one. Text is best or call and leave a message with phone number and will call back when I get service. No emails. Pics show what they are.”
https://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/6073201436.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $11,500.
It’s an M-38 tribute jeep.
“For sale is an Arizona Willy’s Jeep 1947 CJ2A – M38 Military style restoration with an original M38 go devil engine with serial no. MC96761. This Jeep is Parade ready and Display ready and it was also displayed at the last Military Vehicle Show in Falcon Field in Mesa, Az. It has been converted to 12 volts with a one wire alternator. It also has an original hood and headlight buckets. It has a brand new top and front and rear seats made by Wee Bee Webbing. This Jeep also has a brand new paint from Army Jeep Parts. All the gauges work and speedometer has also been calibrated. I am asking $11,500.00 OBO. ”
Includes a plow. Runs and drives.
“Runs has plow, extra pump. Brakes work. For the yr not bad shape but does have some work to be perfect. I’ve seen them in lot worse shape for alot more.and I may had this one has title witch seems to be another issue these have. $2500 O.B.O. prefer cash but willing to trade, keep in mind when offering trades, Must be worth $2500+. I do that need to sell don’t need help selling. Interested in tools run by me.”
https://wausau.craigslist.org/bar/6068999679.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
Looks rough. Runs.
“This was/is, a deer camp_off road cool ( no license / registration _title ) trade. It has brand new tires (Dakota M/T_IT 245/75r16) and DOES RUN w/ a Ford 4 cylinder in good condition.The Brand New Carburetor needs a little adjusting. IT HAS NO BRAKES.
Great buy for Willy-Heads and is a perfect restoration project. 4 wheel drive works are functional.
We now have no room ,time or money to store and restore this ole Jeep.
Needs a good home .
Body is in good to fair shape in that….. its 60+ yrs old !”
No engine. Could have some value.
‘1958 jeep willys wagon from south dakota some rust but very good for the year. no motor, has trans.”
https://northernwi.craigslist.org/cto/6065601069.html
This has an f-head.
“P A R T I N G — 1947 Jeep CJ2A. located several blocks away from the Recently Closed K Mart on Auburn Blvd just south of The I 80 bridge. Parting entire jeep due to title problems with DMV over title malfunction and subsequent death of owner. I am in possession of the Title. Original motor has been replaced with an overhead cam style that actually fits into Jeep Pickups. Top is several years old and very good condition. Some rust is present. All parts currently available. Come look and buy what you want. I will dismantle for you. Call or come to 7566 Twin Oaks Avenue 95610. I am retired and almost always available.”
https://sacramento.craigslist.org/for/6058470120.html
It’s rough. It’s listed as a 1945, but I see nothing to support that.
“True to the story. I inherited my grandfather’s 1945 Willys jeep,with title, and haven’t had the time to get the old girl back on the trail. I have the original flat head motor and three tranmissions, one mounted in the jeep. I will moving in a few months and looking to sell due to the limited space I will have. Please feel free to contact me with questions and I will answer the best I can. The jeep has not ran in about 6 years, but he used to drive it around his old property. The old flat head motor is out, needs work, and he built an aluminum cab that fits over the front seats. I have all the original engine parts.”
https://dallas.craigslist.org/ftw/cto/6050157654.html
Seller has divided the parts into different ads.
Vintage AM General Corporation Postal Jeep Rear Door. Only light corrosion–no rust-throughs and not deformed or dented. From dry Colorado climate. From a 1975 Jeep that had been recently used as a food delivery truck for restaurant. Glass is very good and is very clear and unscratched and not clouded. Gasket around window is OK too. Hinge works very well.
1. REAR DOOR: http://www.ebay.com/itm/201875957412
2. SIDE DOORS: http://www.ebay.com/itm/201875956421
No pics provided.
“Have title. Project mostly original. M38 grill and window. Complete drive train. Flat head engine. T90 tranny. Steering box upgrade. Make me an offer.”