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I bought this unusual Yakima Ridgerunners Belt Buckle off of eBay. Whether the club was the first club or not is debatable, as clubs formed early in Southern California, too, but it seems my research indicated the club was the first incorporated jeep club.
Steve spotted this photo that included a Ford GPW. This photo and its accompanying article was picked up and published in newspapers across the country. Carless Tuesdays was an attempt in 1942 by Peoria to save rubber by encouraging folks with odd-numbered license plates to live their vehicles at home on Tuesdays.
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“7.5 x 9.25 in fair condition with average wear and tear of handling.
PEORIA, ILL., NOV. 24–‘CAR-LESS TUESDAY’ GETS TRIAL–Peoria’s so-called “Car-Less Tuesday” doesn’t worry Arthur Locker (left), who uses his children’s shetland pony and cart to drive downtown today with G.A. Louthan (right). Derby hats and lap robe give pre-auto era atmosphere. Jeep proves contrast in rubber-saving traffic experience to see if workers can get to jobs with many cars “at rest.” ”
Here’s one example of the photo and article in the November 25, 1942, issue of the Decatur Herald out of Decatur, Illinois.
UPDATE: Donald was kind enough to share example pics of the Kelly/Braden data tag and serial number tag.
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Originally Posted July 16, 2016: I never knew Kelly private labeled Braden PTO winches. Here’s a rare brochure that covers the products.
Unclear if this mostly MB/GPW or not.
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/cto/d/los-angeles-1950s-willys-jeep/7396330879.html
“Willys Jeep
World War 2
Jeep is titled at a 1950
Was purchased from an estate after the previous owner had passed. He had a few jeeps in his collection.
I purchased this car non running with a seized motor. The Jeep now runs and idles smoothly. It is still a project that needs a lot more work but I did the difficult parts of getting it back up and running.
For the next owner you will need to take care of the brakes before any serious driving can happen. Master definitely needs to be replaced.
Car is in WEST LA. Can be shown Monday – Friday 10-6 and weekends by appointment.
Title in hand.”
Bill shared this nice looking M-170.
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“This is a running, clear titled, antique plated, 1954 Willys M170 Jeep Ambulance. This jeep is a good running machine that would be fun for parade or reenactment use. The red cross marked canvas is included. Has a WORKING SIREN. This is a turn key, ready to drive vintage military jeep. This was always a hit in the 4th of July in my town. The M170 Jeep was used as a front line ambulance by the army in the 1950s and 1960s and the Marine Corp used the M170 as a troop hauler and communications vehicle because of the extended body. Only approximately 6,000 M170 Jeeps were made, making this a tougher to find variation antique military jeep. Please ask all questions before you bid. Local Pick-Up Only. Cash or Money Order at Pick-Up or Check will be given 10 Days to Clear.”
Tom spotted this jeep. It has some hat channel rust, but looks like a good restoration candidate.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/205756578312105
“Looking to sell my 47 Willys Jeep in Cincinnati, OH. Some rust holes but otherwise solid. $8,000. We bought this earlier in the summer as a project for me and my son. We decided to go with a HMMWV build instead.”
This has potential. Those are some rare rims.
https://boise.craigslist.org/cto/d/boise-1951-willys-jeep-cj3a/7396916439.html
“Willys CJ3A 4X4 Jeep with a ford 289 V8. Running driving and stopping project. Very little to no rust! Very nice upgrades to the frame. Two new front seats also included. $3800.00”
There sure is a lot to like here, especially that hardtop, which looks to be a Koenig Super Cab model 550 with the optional vertical doors in the rear (see other Koenig brochures here).
https://boise.craigslist.org/cto/d/caldwell-1953-cj3b-willys-jeep/7396940273.html
“This is a unicorn. This little green gem has around 36k miles on it. Nothing is rusted out. It is mostly all original from what I can see.
Runs good
The rare hard top is in amazing shape with keys to lock doors.
Still has the 6v system and has cloth wiring. You will not find another cj3b in this shape that has not been restored..”
Appears solid. This seller appears to have several trucks for sale.
https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/d/winchester-1956-willys-pickup/7397956610.html
“1956 Willys Pickup all original hurricane flathead 6 has new water pump, new shocks, motor runs well”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.
“1944 GPW Jeep With No Body. Has Rolling Frame, Fenders, Grill Hood. T-84 Transmission ,Bell, Transfercase E Brake. L134 Motor ( 641087) made between 45-46, Wheels are 16″, Many Extra. Currently has new shocks,etc. Frame sandblasted and painted professionally, Will not fine a better frame to finish build. Asking $3000.00. No Title, will do bill of sell. Selling because I have newer interests.”
Listed as a 1947 CJ-2A, the lack of bumper gussets and the lack of bow holders suggest this might be a CJ-3A.
https://klamath.craigslist.org/cto/d/sprague-river-1947-willyscj2a/7395217878.html
“Original CJ Willis jeep, all original must see!!”
Seller has removed a layer of blue paint which revealed olive drab. Otherwise, I would have thought this was an Air Force jeep. Maybe used by the Army, then. the Air Force?
https://eastidaho.craigslist.org/cto/d/salmon-1953-m38a1-willys-jeep/7401497735.html
“1953 M38A1 Willys Jeep. It is pretty much original though the electrical system has been converted to 12 volts. The brakes have been rebuilt and the tires are new. The canvas top is laying in the back on the floor. The exterior and interior were painted blue and the seats are upholstered in blue. I was going to freshen up the exterior paint. The blue easily came off with sanding leaving the original olive drab and markings. To restore it back to olive drab will take more time and energy then I have so it is for sale. Asking $6000.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $13,000.
“1953 Willy’s Jeep CJ3B
New Hurricane F134 engine
Freshly rebuilt carburetor
New top
Warn winch
Great tires”
No pics provided.
https://salem.craigslist.org/pts/d/scio-willys-cj2a/7399712036.html
“Project for sale, doesn’t run, needs finished. 454 BBC with fenderwell headers, th400 trans, pair of 16.50 paddle tires, pair of slicks, front dirt track tires, 1/2 ton Chevy axles (2wd), comes with D.O.M.. tube and heim joints for building suspension, lots of parts. Come take a look, no holds, cash is king. A few pics on request.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $500 (best offer accepted).
The Green River Valley Jeep Club launched in 1965. It was a well-known club, especially since the Brooks were heavily involved in the PNW4WDA. I vividly remember the last Green River Valley Jeepers playday I attended (likely due to the kissing of a girl). I was a newly temp-licensed driver, so was 15 years old (so 1980). It was held just north of Enumclaw along some power lines; No doubt the area is surrounded by homes now. But, back then, it was rocks and mud and water holes.
“Old & Original. We believe this to be one (1) of only two (2) known signs handmade by the club’s founder 50yrs ago (circa 1970s).”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7200.
(06/08/2021) This could be a DJ-3A body that’s been modified, but it’s hard to tell for sure. This jeep has a Bobcat hood, but it lacks a front driveline.
“Ford 302, has less than 100 miles since rebuild.
Ford T-18 transmission
Dana 20 transfer case
Boxed mail Jeep frame
Warn M8274-50 winch
Custom Dana 30 front end with Powertrax Lock-Right Locker
Dana 44 rear end with Powerlock locker
Warn manual hubs
4:88 gear ratio on the differentials
Doesn’t have front driveshaft. Just put in new battery, fuel pump and brakes.”
Looks in good shape. The drain holes appear filled.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3790144837752097
“Runs,drives, original flat top engine,bronco seats,new top,33inch tires converted to 12v posible trade for newer 4 door Jeep”
Update **Sold**
Might be able to pick this project up for a good price. Lots of interesting stuff there.
“True estate sale Thursday-Friday November 4-5 in Coeur d’ Alene near Hanley and Highway 95. This big sale includes several early 1960’s Army Mule vehicles and loads of parts … many auto engines-Chevy 350, Olds 350, Olds 455, trailer axles, Army Jeep parts, vehicle gas tanks, military hand pumps, u.S. Army bags and packs,…”
This runs.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2880813782182428
“Full Hard top, Extra windshield for summer/1948 champion 6. Six cylinder Studebaker engine L head. L-F engine block 402751/ 518448-6 lower. 525332.8 intake manifold 199697 2.5 head Runs, new tires, needs brake job”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(10/16/2021) Could be worth a look.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1066842854087870
“WILLYS JEEP 1949 CJ-2A all original 6 volt system, original seats with rear seat (worn) Good soft top, Runs and drives, L-134 engine, T-90 trans with T-18 transfer case. 5:38 gear ratio. Comes with some extras. $5000.00 OBO”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2400.
(10/21/2021) It’s taking more than a year to get a title? It’s a project or parts vehicle.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/pts/d/centralia-1962-fc170-jeep/7400462452.html
“1962 FC 170, Jeep, Willys, body is in pretty good condition. Has a bit of rust on the inside of the cab around the windshield. Looks like the original drivetrain. I have not tried to turn the engine over it’s been sitting for years. I had it inspected by the WSP and applied to get a title to it and am about a little over a year away from obtaining a title to it. I can transfer the current registration to another Washington resident so they wouldn’t have to wait another three years to get a title.”
Lots of custom work on this unusual creation.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1987956818044281
“1951 completely custom willys Jeep stretched with a 350 small block Chevy paired with a SM 465 manual 4-speed 3/4 ton axles one of a kind runs great! Will consider trades for 2009 or newer automatic vehicles with less than 130k miles.”
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Unclear if the parts are still available or not.
Mike spotted this ad for wagon and truck parts. One of the wagons is a sedan delivery wagon.
“Ihave jeep parts for old trucks and wagons let me know what you need [hidden information] BEDS AND SEATS are gone”
This modified parts/project wagon has a convertible roof with a snap on vinyl top. Not sure how much value is here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/279625494030631
“Custom 1954 Willys wagon has custom roof with snap top vinyl roof that used to be wooden beams for roof it has a bunch of parts to it inside it seats aren’t very good shape I have a signed bill of sale from previous owner no engine or transmission 1500 or best offer Cash only no trades”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(06/07/2021) It’s a non-running project.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/793146761404186
“This is a 1951 Willys CJ3A project, with a clean title. I’ve wanted to complete this restoration, but life circumstances have gotten in the way. The jeep has an original L134 “go devil” engine, 6 volt system. Engine doesn’t run, but is free and turns over under starter power. Transmission and transfer case appear to be free, statically shifts into: R, 1, 2, 3, high, low; and transfer case in/out. Chasis wiring has been pulled, needs a new complete wiring harness. Original fuel tank and oil bath aircleaner were junk, have been scrapped, and need replaced. Previous owner installed new exhaust and wheel cylinders. I apologize for the sub-par pictures”