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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.
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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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.
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.
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:
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.”
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..”
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 $1000 restocking fee. You have 3 days to notify us you are not happy with the vehicle and we will start the return process. Ask for more details”
It runs and drives. Andy shared this one.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/300313382411383
“Mileage unknown but runs and drive 4500$ firm…posting for my dad”
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.
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.”
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 ”
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.”
Only the one pic provided.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/773890114526603
“Plow ,winch ,heater needs tires ,gas tank brakes new”
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.
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”
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.”
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
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”
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.
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:
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).
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.”
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”
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”.”
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.”
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.”
Steve spotted this stripped down jeep.
https://syracuse.craigslist.org/grd/d/skaneateles-46-willys-yard-tractor/7644584841.html
“Famous one eyed Willys for sale!
Starts right up, goes great, hydraulic plow lift works.”
Neither run.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/243928811615237
“Both Jeeps are not running, but have complete engines and drive trains.”
