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August/September 1958 Jeep News

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UPDATE: A version of this issue was previously run in Oct 2020. I’ve improved the pics and added a little more detail to the introduction.

Here’s another six-page issue of Jeep News for the months August and September, which is followed in the post below by a special four-page “MAVERICK” Extra edition for the month of September.

Page one includes a short article about the US Post Office purchasing ninety FC-170s, all with power tailgates, which could mean that if you find an FC-170 with a power tailgate, it might have been a USPS jeep. Of the ninety, sixty-two had snow plows. All were stake bodies and painted red, white and blue.

Page two is all dealer-related info. Page three is mostly devoted to the Mile High ‘Jeep’ Club’s second annual ‘Jeep’ Endurance Run at FairPlay, Colorado.

Page four shows off a pretty neat truck, set up for fishing and camping. Also on page four, under “1943 Military ‘Jeep’ Vehicle Stars in Big Portland Rose Parade”, the article shares a little about the jeep and the parade. However, the jeep that’s pictured is actually an M-38. I can only suspect that the wrong photo was added to the article?

Page five has a misplaced headline for the Jeepers Jamboree (story on page six), when the story is actually about Meyer snow plows and other equipment (headline on page six). Page six is devoted to the Jeepers Jamboree.

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September 1958 Jeep News Maverick Extra

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This September 1958 four-page issue of Jeep News is devoted to the Maverick show.

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1962 Press Photo of CJ-3B Fruit Fly Sprayer on eBay

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This June 16, 1962, photo shows Dick Burke setting up a fruit fly sprayer on a CJ-3B.

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Hub Dust Covers for Wagons? on eBay

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Anyone familiar with these dust covers? I’m not familiar with any company using that name and font.

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“Offered here are two Reproduction 1950’s Willys Jeep Wagon Wheel Hub Dust Covers. Marked Western on both that I presume to show they were sold by the old and now long gone Western Auto stores. Measure 4.50″ tall x 4 3/8″ diameter at the bottom flange. Acquired with other 1950’s era Willys Jeep Wagon parts from the collection of a long time Ouray Colorado”

 
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Colonial Camping Jeep Knife on eBay

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I can’t recall seeing this AMC Jeep-branded camp knife.

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“Offering this Colonial Camping knife with Jeep Logo;
Haven’t found any information or likeness in my searches, . . .
Possible a gift for Jeep purchase (??);
Condition is ‘Like New’ in (unmarked box).
Pictures tell it all.”

 
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B’laster Loosen Up Lager Beer?

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I thought this was an unusual brand decision. B’laster has joined forces with brewer Collision Bend to create a limited supply of ‘Loosen Up Lager’.

https://www.facebook.com/buz.bowling/posts/pfbid02hBP1WUt5qXN1pJ1uBAWR7q9ADU6GLzYDDVq9ZXpzUv8dhbh2mcWwvua8zZUgo2yUl

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“B’laster ? Collision Bend Brewing Company
The Cleveland collaboration you never knew you needed is here! We got together with our friends at Collision Bend to help you Loosen Up! Hitting stores this week, Loosen Up Lager is an amber lager brewed with German Saaz and Tradition hops that is sure to help you Loosen Up.
#pbblaster #blasterfreakinworks
Note this is a limited edition BEER. The PB B’laster Penetrating Catalyst in your garage is not. As stated on the front of the actual chemical product best for busting nuts, it is harmful or fatal if swallowed. If you’re thirsty, head to Cleveland for a cold brew!”

 
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1959 FC-170 Walker, LA $35,000

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This is a modified FC on a Wrangler drive train.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/730950493727448/posts/2599666620189150/

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“1959 Jeep FC-170 Forward Control
This FC is sitting on an a ‘99 Wrangler drive train. 4.0 6cyl. Automatic transmission. Power steering. Power brakes. Power windows. Fuel injection. It will cruise at 75mph on the interstate. All the fun of having an FC but much more pleasant to drive. People love this truck!
One of a kind build. I have taken it on lengthy road trips with no issues. Electric fan. Sat for hours in cruising the coast traffic with no heat issues.
FWD works. All gauges work. All lights, signals, etc. work as they should.
It’s time to replace the wood for the bed. Otherwise in great shape. A/C vents and controls are in but would need to be completed. It was above my skill set but a classic air installer could handle it.
I really hate to sell this one but moving back to the Caribbean and don’t have a place to keep it.
Clean title and I can deliver.
35,000 OBO
I’m moving soon so make me an offer.”

 
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1958 M-38A1 Tulsa, OK $5000

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This has some interesting mods, such as a gauge swap and the steering wheel swap (Hudson?). It also appears to have full floating rear hubs.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/7714560545227910/

“1958 Willy’s Jeep Army Surplus. In running condition, new tires, new upholstery, manual and freshly painted rims. Selling as is! In my opinion, this is an incredible fixer-upper! Serious offers only and no scams. Ready for purchase today!”

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NOS Radio Suppression & 12V conversion kit eBay

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This item ships from Wildenberg Parts in the Netherlands.

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“Up for sale…
A very rare opportunity.

A NOS Shielded ignition and 12V conversion kit.
Includes all the shielded parts for under the hood.
12V crank pulley
12V Waterpump pulley
12V V Belt.
12V Generator bracket
All the bolts, brackets, condensors, nuts etc.

These do not come up for sale this complete.

Parts might show surface rust due long storage.”

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1959 FC-170 Harleyville, SC $2500

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Seems worth a look.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/835668236472205/permalink/7372209462818017/

“1959 FC170. New tires. All glass in truck. Ran it daily till transmission went out last month. All other running gear was good. Clear SC title.
Needs body work. Harleyville, SC”

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