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1948 CJ-2A Arlington, WA $3500

July 29, 2023 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: Price dropped to $3500.

(07/12/2023) This runs, but has an f-head.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/105621806137796

“1948 CJ2A..runs and drives great, stops but not well, needs brakes. F head motor has been installed and purrs, no smoke. Other than that, this jeep is in original condition including the seats, gauges all work, paint, 3 speed and 4 wd all work. Tires match and are 90% full tread or more. Also includes a stock spare with a very old tire. Floorboards up front need repair. Windshield and frame are savable but rusty. Fuel tank is out for a flush and air filter, stock, is all there. Comes with the 1/2 top shown and a full hard top complete too! All body panels are still factory Willy’s embossed.”

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Next Updates Saturday

July 27, 2023 • CATEGORIES: News This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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I’ve been busy this last week cleaning up, repairing wiring, and modest remodeling of our “lean-to” area (a series of lean-tos built off an old small one room building with a garage) to accommodate hay storage. With our current perfect weather (highs around 90) over the next two days, I want to get was much done as I can.

Our goal has been to have all the hay we need for the winter stored and ready for winter. Our next door neighbor grows enough hay for our winter needs (and gives us a great price, as we let him borrow our tractor), but last year we began buying it too late, so we found ourselves having to buy hay in the middle of winter from a half hour away. Moreover, we weren’t organized enough to store 400 plus bales. This year, we have the room to do that, but it has taken a couple dump runs and some reorganization to do it.

The next updates will be Saturday.

 
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Jeep on the Cover of Black Cat Comic

July 25, 2023 • CATEGORIES: Comics, Features This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Steve shared this image of a jeep on the xmas issue of Black Cat Comics. This is issue #27 published February 10, 1951. According to this collector site, an issue of this comic sold in 2015 for $1,161! It probably doesn’t hurt the value that this issue includes an interview with John Wayne.

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1945 MobilOil Ads w/Jeeps on eBay

July 25, 2023 • CATEGORIES: Advertising & Brochures, Features This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Here’s a second version of a 1945 Mobiloil ad featuring jeeps. This was part of a series of military-related ads buy Mobiloil in 1945 (see others here). I haven’t yet seen any other ones with jeeps in them.

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“Willys Jeep Mobiloil Vintage 1945 Ad Magazine Print Soldiers GI WWII
About 10.25 X 14 Inches. Carefully shipped flat.”

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Here’s a second version of this ad campaign that included jeeps:

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Cutlas Manufacturing History

July 25, 2023 • CATEGORIES: Features • TAGS: , . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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wUPDATE 3: Time to recycle this older post. 

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Originally Posted April 28th, 2017:

UPDATE 2: Niels shared a photo of his rare Cutlas key that can be used to spin the screws of the Power-Lock Hub.

UPDATE: 1) Well, it seems I forgot to read through this and edit it (I murdered the title for example) 2) The ending of the post has changed, thanks to Paul spotting an ad in the 1976 issue of Four Wheeler Magazine.

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This is a Cutlas brochure for the company’s first hub, the Power-Lock.

In January of 1958, James Russell Lloyd, who up to that point had been president of the Free-Lock Company in Denver, filed a patent for a new type of hub on behalf of a company called the Cutlas Tool and Manufacturing Company out of Lyons, Illinois. At the time, Lloyd was still based in Denver (according to the patent filing), so what his relationship was with the Cutlas and Free-Lock companies at that time isn’t clear.

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Patent was awarded in January of 1962.

Unlike the Free-Lock hubs, which relied on a rotating center piece to engage and disengage the hubs, the Cutlas hub had two rotating screws that had to be spun to engage and disengage the hubs.

In May of 1958, Lloyd copyrighted the term Power-Lock Free Wheeling Hub, a name which the hubs would be known as from then onward. Here are some photos:

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Year? MB Berlin, WI $5000

July 25, 2023 • CATEGORIES: MB • TAGS: , , . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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This one looks like a beloved jeep. This is listed as a 1946, but it’s a modified MB with a custom top and suicide doors.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/936692907404438

“Anyone have some land and trails to run on and hunt. 1946 Willy’s Jeep. Runs good. It needs some brake work. The wheel/ brake cylinders are sticky. It does have rust and some holes in places but the vehicle is 77 years old. lol, It’s dependable. It is what you will make of it. We love this old Jeep and had a lot of fun in it but just don’t have the storage anymore. The transmission is a three-speed with twin sticks for four-wheel drive, two-wheel drive, high and low range.. We have a separate engine block and parts on a crate for another motor that was given to us by a friend years ago but we never used it or had a need for it. Make an offer. 5000 obo. Will sell the Jeep and engine together or separately.”

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1946 CJ-2A Avon, MN $3000

July 25, 2023 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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This jeep includes a rear PT gear box plus shield and what might be an original hand crank (no pic of it).

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/787222302872100

“1946 Willy’s Jeep, “well-used”. Parked 20 years ago, has not been started or ran since. We have the Title. Stored inside for last 20 years. Frame in good condition, miscellaneous additional 1946 Willy’s parts also included, power take-off (farm model), hand-crank start option, great project for auto/Jeep enthusiast..”

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1950 CJ-3A Brookings, SD $8000

July 25, 2023 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: Price dropped to $8000.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/780216767017349

(02/23/2023) “*4 CYL*, *3 SPEED MANUAL*, *4WD*. Here is a nice original Willy’s that you can go out and have some fun with and not worry about scratching it. MECHANICAL- It has the original drivetrain and a 6 volt electrical system. EXTERIOR- The body is original and not rusty but does have some dings and scratches. It has a vinyl top that goes with it. INTERIOR- The interior is very simple with front bucket seats. It also has a rear seat that is not mounted. TEST DRIVE- I have drove it a couple miles and drives nice and shifts well. Ask for the video of driving it. VALUE- We price our vehicles to market value and try to be one of the best prices of vehicles in comparable condition. Our goal is to give you a good buy on a vehicle you are going to have fun with and enjoy. LIKE IT OR RETURN IT- As being in business for 35 years we do not want to sell anybody a vehicle they do not want. As many of our vehicles are sold site unseen we will take the vehicle back and give a refund minus shipping and a restocking fee. You are responsible for the shipping both ways and a $1000 restocking fee. You have 3 days to notify us you are not happy with the vehicle and we will start the return process. Ask for more details”

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1959 FC-170 Hermon, NY $4500

July 25, 2023 • CATEGORIES: FC150-FC170-M677 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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It runs and drives. Andy shared this one.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/300313382411383

“Mileage unknown but runs and drive 4500$ firm…posting for my dad”

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1955 Wagon El Paso, TX **SOLD**

July 25, 2023 • CATEGORIES: Willys Wagons This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was at a Copart Auction

Bill shared this modified wagon. It’s got no bids with three days to go. According to the site, this runs and drives.

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1984 CJ-7 Zimmerman, MN $1200

July 25, 2023 • CATEGORIES: CJ-7 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Rusty body, but it runs and drives. Could be a good parts jeep at the very least.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/955917622120079

“Here it is! The Jeep of your dreams. Could use a new frame and body. Runs and drives. Engine runs well. 4×4 works great. Heavy rust on frame and body. Original 6 cylinder engine. Cash only.”

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1957 CJ-5 Glenville, NY $1500

July 25, 2023 • CATEGORIES: CJ5 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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It runs, but lacks a title. It could be a good parts jeep.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/991076472092201

“1957 Jeep Willys Runs needs restoration  No title Bill of sale only located in Glenville ”

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1959 Truck Holcombe, WI $14,500

July 25, 2023 • CATEGORIES: Willys Trucks This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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This appears solid.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/816007030230437

“Dad post here…1959 Willys pickup with original 226 Super Hurricane 6. Kroenig pto driven winch and period correct Saturn overdrive (6 gear F, 2 reverse) Dana transmission 4WD L-H. Vehicle is in great shape and original with exception of tires and electronic ignition. This is a unique vehicle.”

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1952 Cj-3A Grand Rapids, MN $5500

July 25, 2023 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Only the one pic provided.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/773890114526603

“Plow ,winch ,heater needs tires ,gas tank brakes new”

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1946 CJ-2A Presque Isle, WI $9500

July 25, 2023 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Needs brakes. Looks like the body might be patched along the passenger side? only one pic provided. Likely a Sears/Allstate branded aluminum half cab.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/521700050092168/

Rust free with sears aluminum cab. Snow plow. Runs good will need brake work.

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1950 CJ-3A Plymouth, IL $3200

July 25, 2023 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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The body appears to have some patches/alterations. It lacks a title.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3523273351276548

“1950 jeep cj3a runs and drives if you bring a battery. 134 go devil engine. New brakes all the way around. 18 gallon fuel cell. New solex carb, 12v electric pump (needs a regulator) Switched to 12v with a Chevy 1 wire alt, new ignition coil, plugs. Passenger seat is missing. We made a platform for a 3rd passenger over the fuel cell. Roll bar from a cj2. All tires hold air $3,200 obo would consider trades. No title”

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1953 CJ-3B Embarrass, MN $2000

July 25, 2023 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3B This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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The seller suggests that the hubs are self-locking, but they appear to be standard power-lock hubs from Cutlas (Cutlas did offer some automatic hubs in the 1960s … see the Cutlas Manufacturing history).

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/267519455893582

“1953 Jeep cj3b It has a rusty tub but many features that make it worth restoring. Solid frame, hurricane engine that turns, good hood and front fenders, Self locking hubs, newer radiator, nice looking gauges, original gas tank and horn. The front bumper is bolted on (not welded) and the frame horns are nice. Sold with Bill of Sale. $2000. Worth much more as parts. Call or text 218-349-three zero six five.”1953-cj3b-ely-mn6 1953-cj3b-ely-mn7 1953-cj3b-ely-mn8 1953-cj3b-ely-mn9

 

 
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1971 DJ-5 Spartanburg, SC Copart Auction

July 25, 2023 • CATEGORIES: DJ-5 & DJ-6 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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No bids yet with less than two days to go. Thanks to Bill for this one. There seems to be some parts value at the very least.

https://www.copart.com/lot/60625033/clean-title-1971-american-general-jeep-sc-spartanburg

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1947 CJ-2A Howard, SD $3000

July 25, 2023 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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There’s a lot of work to be done and some more parts needed. Looks like some original top bows? Had a title?

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1527857977747271

“Many parts are painted, started to work on the body and motor and frame. Had a title”

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BestLok and EasyLok Hubs

July 23, 2023 • CATEGORIES: Features • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE II: This post was originally posted August 29, 2018:

Information about Husky and Dualmatic has been updated and more closely examined here.

Maury and I have been trying to determine how BestLok and EasyLok hubs are connected and how they are connected to Warn, Husky, and Dualmatic. The short answer is that we don’t quite know yet. But, below is what we do know. (Note, while Husky and Dualmatic are mentioned, it’s not a full history of either hub, histories I do need to address at some point).

In January of 1972, Richard Williams filed a patent, assigned to Warn-Belleview, for a new type of hub. Below is the image of that hub.

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What’s curious is that there’s no documentation that Warn ever sold these hubs.

Even more curious, by July of 1972 this exact hub was produced and sold under the brand EasyLok, as advertised here, in the July issue of Four Wheeler Magazine:

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Why these hubs weren’t sold nor branded under any traditional seller of the time is a mystery to us.

Earlier this year, Maury spotted a set of hubs with the Warn patented design that were manufactured in 1982. Maury managed to get ahold of photos that show the hubs were manufactured and warranteed by BestopDualmatic (a joined company formed when Wynn industries combined the companies around 1974).
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1957 Canvas Dealer Sign on eBay

July 23, 2023 • CATEGORIES: Advertising & Brochures, Artists/Drawings, Features This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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The seller of this sign has listed it at $250, but will consider lower offers. It likely is the only one of its kind.

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“Very cool canvas dealer sign. 46” x 24” Appears to be hand painted. This was found mounted to a board. There is some damage to one corner. Tape has been applied to help hold its position. Very cool piece. You will NOT find another

Vintage Canvas Banner Dealer Wall Hanging 1957 57 Willis Jeep RARE Hand Painted.”

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Las Brisas Postcard with DJ-5 Gala/Surreys on eBay

July 23, 2023 • CATEGORIES: Features, Postcards • TAGS: , . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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This postcard from the Las Brisas resort in Mexico may have been taken in the late 1960s as it appears to show multiple DJ-5 Galas/Surreys.

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“3.5 x 5.5 inch standard size vintage postcard”

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1963 Land Rover FC Photo on eBay

July 23, 2023 • CATEGORIES: FC150-FC170-M677, Features, Old Images This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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I was surprised to see this Jeep FC-looking vehicle by Land Rover (check out a brochure here). The company also made a 4 door version, which kind of echoes the M-677.

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“s listing is for a Vintage Forward Control Land Rover Photo. This photograph is possibly a dealer print with load capacity. . This press photo is 9” x 8”.”

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1946 CJ-2A Turtle Lake, WI $13,500

July 23, 2023 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A • TAGS: , . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Looks in good shape.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1638405539960489/

“1946 Willy’s CJ 2A purchased in 1979 followed by a ground up restoration in 1980 which included conversion to a 12V electrical system. A refurbished engine was installed in 1989. Well maintained and stored inside during the winter. Minimal usage during the summer with the longest drive being to the Dairy Queen in Turtle Lake, WI.

Note – milage is an estimate. Speedometer read 5,388 when purchased and replacement (used speedometer) had 10,594 on it when it was installed in 2007.”

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1948 CJ-2A West Fargo, ND $9900

July 23, 2023 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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This looks solid.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/962260428098738

“Rebuilt 4L Go Devil, converted to 12V with new alternator, new wiring, lights, gauges and battery. New clutch. New gas tank and fuel lines, brake cylinders, master and lines. New glass, steering wheel and paint. Everything inspected and fluids changed. Runs great.”

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