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L-heads, F-heads College Station, TX

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UPDATE: Some engines still available: Willys M38 M38A1 CJ-2A CJ-3 CJ-5. They also have a variety of older jeep parts, including radiators, grilles, windshields, seats, and more.

(04/29/2020) Not sure what all is here, but in the pics I can see some L-head and F-head engines.

https://collegestation.craigslist.org/pts/d/college-station-used-jeep-engines-l134/7327959870.html

“Rebuildable Jeep engines flat head and F head with many accessories and some new parts available.

75+ engines currently in stock.
Contact for more information.

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2021 Epic Willys Adventure — August 13th-28th

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The 2021 Epic Willys Adventure will be hitting the road .. or better put … the Oregon Trail, starting August 13th. Their goal is to follow the Oregon Trail, if I’m not mistaken, from Missouri to Oregon.

Word on the street is that the intrepid crew may seek some refuge near the end of their journey at the new World Headquarters of eWillys for a night. Let’s hope they make it!

More on this adventure as it unfolds. If you are interested in sponsoring the journey, feel free to contact them through the website: https://www.epicwillysadventure.com/about-us

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New (Old) Drill Press

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I’ve been spending the last couple weeks stalking Craigslist, trying to find a good price on a drill press. A couple days ago I found a Jet in great condition for $250, but I called to late on that one. After searching some more, I finally found a 16 speed drill press for only $100. So, I drove up to Ellensburg (about an hour and a half north) and picked it up today.

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It turned out the seller was a long time farmer who used to own a machine shop (along with a 3000 acre farm) outside of Hermiston, but he downsized to a hundred acre place in Ellensburg. Because of that, he didn’t need the drill press. He said it worked great, but sometimes one of the chuck teeth would stick when changing drill bits. One thing that made the deal worthwhile to me was that he included the drill press vice and a notcher, two tools that together, when new, are about the value what I paid for the whole package.

Add into that, $50 for a never-used 40″ John Deere Aerator (Piece at $489 and Home Depot) and I’d say I had a good day shopping!

The funny thing about the visit was that the guy had grown up in Prosser (where we now live) and owned several Willys Jeeps (a 1956 CJ-5 was his high school vehicle). Small world.

 
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Joe Brown’s 1944 Book w/ Jeep

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UPDATE II: I received this small booklet. There are thirteen pages (with lots of pics) written by Joe Brown and eleven pages about donuts, including a quiz and recipes (as in, you can use donuts in a variety of ways). So, if you want jeeps, don’t buy this booklet; but, if you like donuts, then this might be a winner. Below are a few sample pages …

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UPDATE: Curiously, after I purchased a copy on Amazon, the price went up a dollar.

In early 1944, Actor and Comedian Joe E. Brown published “You Said A Mouthful”, a book about his adventures entertain troops. The cover includes an illustration on the cover of him on a jeep. If interested, here are various copies for sale on eBay.

“A rip roaring; Illustrated; funny story of Joe E. Brown’s adventures in entertaining millions of doughboys all over the world.”

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PHOTO CREDIT: University of South Carolina … https://digital.tcl.sc.edu/digital/collection/jmetz/id/1197

The book was published by the Doughnut Corporation of American and Bond Bread. Thus, this explains why he’s holding a donut. An advertisement for Bond Bread is included on the back of the book:

 
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1944 MB Dubois, WY $6500

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UPDATE: Price dropped to $6500.

(09/17/2020) Looks solid. Has a 3A windshield.

https://wyoming.craigslist.org/cto/d/dubois-1944-willys-jeep/7336205316.html

“1944 willys jeep in very good condition. It has warn hubs, auxillary transmission, pto, hi & lo range 4×4, canvas top, 4 cylinder, and new tires. Have original steering wheel”

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1944 GPW Hutchinson, KS **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $14,000.

Not perfect, but looks to be a solid GPW.

“This is a Parade ready 1944 Ford GPW Jeep. It has a rebuilt transmission, a new water pump, and new rear brakes. It has also been changed over to 12 volt with an alternator. It has a Kansas Title in my name, and starts and drives great. The Jeeps Vin # is 173577.”

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1962 FC-170 Santa Fe, NM $15,000

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Runs and drives.

https://santafe.craigslist.org/cto/d/santa-fe-1962-jeep-willys-fc170/7335913503.html

“962 jeep willys fc170 for sale. Very rare and sought after vehicle. All original except for new wire harness, electronic ignition, new Tires, front and rear brake shoes and drums. Complete weather stripping and clutch kit not yet installed. Runs and drives good. Minor rust on bed. Might consider interesting trades plus cash.”

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1954 CJ-3B La Mesa, CA $5000

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Seems to have potential.

https://sandiego.craigslist.org/esd/cto/d/el-cajon-willys-jeep/7335455881.html

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“1954 Willys Jeep
Strong running 4 cyl overhead valve original engine.
3 speed manual transmission, no smog required.
New Muffler & tail pipe. Good tires & 2 spares.
12 Volt electric, tow bar & new cover.
Recent rebuild of gearbox, transfer case, & clutch.
Nevada registration good until July 2022.
Shop manual & parts catalog included.”

 
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Several CJ-5s, CJ-2A, And Wagon **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $

Seller has a variety of jeeps that must go.

“1957 Willys CJ5 Jeep. All original 4 cyl . I used on the ranch for years. still runs but needs a tune up. . I also a 1955 cj5 and 1963 cj5 that have not been running in a few years, all original with 4cyl motors. And a 1952 willys wagon. All have good Colo titles. CJ 2A, badmotor no title. I am having to sell all due to health.”

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1951 CJ-3A Englewood, CO $7500

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UPDATE: Still Available.

(05/22/2021) This appears solid. IT has a turbo V6.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/796132594622350/

“51 willys cj3a 225v6 turbo 350 auto 2 stick transfer case disc brakes”

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1951 CJ-3A El Cajon, CA $8000

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UPDATE: Still Available.

(05/29/2021) This has a government plate; it may have been a Navy CJ-3A. The tailgate has been replaced.

https://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/cto/d/el-cajon-willys-1951-cj-3a-original/7327130698.html

“Willys 1951 CJ3A Jeep Nice Original Jeep in Running Condition complete with Title and current Non-Op. The Jeep runs well and the lights work as well as the locking hubs. Upgraded to 11″ brakes & brakes pull to the left Note: I believe this was a Navy base vehicle. Minimal rust & the Data Plates are still there. Low ball offers will be ignored.”

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1959 CJ-5 Silver Plume, CO $4500

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It’s got some rear quarter panel damage at the spare tire location, but other wise might be a solid early CJ-5 with a PTO winch.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/535248940938523/

“I have a 1959 Jeep CJ5 runs and drives and needs somebody work I have the doors in the top contact me with questions 4500 or best offer”

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1951 M-38 Camp Verde, AZ $5895

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Doesn’t run at the moment.

https://flagstaff.craigslist.org/cto/d/camp-verde-1951-m38-willys-jeep/7335155019.html

“This listing is for this M38 Jeep posted in the pictures, along with MANY extra parts. Does not run at this time, but, was running when it went into storage.”

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1947 CJ-2A Paso Robles, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000.

Has updates.

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“1947 Willys Jeep CJ2A.
Currently registered till 2022 clean title and pink slip in hand. No smog required for this vehicle in California.
4×4 works perfect
Hi and Low range as well as in and out of 4×4 including neutral working order.
Front axle hubs lock and open correctly.
It has a 1971 Chevy 350ci motor in place of the original. Runs and drives great.
Advance Adapters plate connect the v8 to the 3 speed manual. (Common engine swap)
T-90 3 speed transmission
Dana 18 transfer case
Dana 25 front axle
Dana 41 rear axle
Newer radiator and electric fan
Saginaw steering box
31×10.50 R15 wheels and tires
8,000 lbs winch with synthetic rope
Smittybilt 5,000 lbs tow bar for flat towing the Jeep. Easy to use!
Roll bar and soft top”

 
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1948 CJ-2A Big Fork, MT $4500

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No pics provided.

https://kalispell.craigslist.org/cto/d/somers-1948-cj-2a-willys-overland-jeep/7337125753.html

“1948 CJ-2A Willy’s-Overland Jeep with rear PTO, Original “Go-Devil” engine, new front seat frames, older tires with good tread & spare tire & wheel, Repair manuals. Original except for new windshield & tires. This is in the process of being refurbished and is not currently running, needs electrical work. This would be a good project for rebuild / restoration. Can be seen by appointment, located in the Bigfork area.”

 
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1945 MB(?) Kingman, AZ For Trade

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Listed as a 1945, it’s unclear whether it has any ’45 parts.

https://mohave.craigslist.org/bab/d/kingman-45-willys/7334958033.html

“1945 willys , runs and has orig 4 sticks on the floor. 37s with a hard top and soft top. Looking to trade for a split window rounded nose old truck.”

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1942 GPW Gilbert, AZ **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $13,900.

(05/24/2021) This looks like it’s in good shape with only a few mods.

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“Absolutely rust free Jeep Ford GPW in excellent-running and driving condition. Recent front axle and front end rebuild. Period correct MB WILLYS engine ( original GPW ENGINE block is available as conveys) . T 84 original transmission toFord. F marked parts and bolts all around. Air cooler is not correct . Have original and will sell separately. Correct combat wheels and tires”

 
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1954 CJ-3B Golden, CO $4250

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It runs and drives, but needs work.

https://denver.craigslist.org/pts/d/denver-1954-willys-jeep-cj3b-running/7337258437.html

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“1954 Willys Jeep CJ3B
Runs great, drives great , still a project, needs some beautification and love.
134 ci. Fhead 4 cylinder engine, 60 psi oil pressure and starts great.
T-90 3 speed transmission, shifts smoothly and dosen’t jump out of gear
M-18 transfer case with Warn overdrive and power take off, PTO, for front winch, all work as they should and smoothly
10″ x 2″ oversized brakes all around , i think they need adjustment and bled
Saginaw steering with cool old school Jeep column, feels good and tight .
Roll bar, back seat, block heater, tow bar, tire carrier, deep old school 8 x 15 wheels , cool old chevy heater, block heater, oversized custom fuel tank, 5:38 gears in axels – overdrive
helps with road speed, 12 volt eletrical system , chrome Selectro front locking hubs, tires have tread but are dry cracked in tread area, top is toasted but kept whats there to keep the sun and rain off , paint is faded and has bondo cracking off mostly on hood ,some rust in hat channels on both floors an some in tool box -see pictures, seats are mouse and sun damaged, have some bucket seats to replace them but you may want to recover the original ones”

 
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GPW and Other Parts Paso Robles, CA $2500

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Lacks a drive train.

https://slo.craigslist.org/pts/d/paso-robles-wwii-jeep-parts/7319241862.html

“I have a mostly complete gpw jeep. It has a m38 rolling frame, gpw frame, gpw body, front fenders, cj2a hood, grill, and partial front seats.”

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No Updates Wednesday

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Just a couple updates for Wednesday.

 
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1944 “Greatest Sky Armada In History” Video

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There’s only a brief shot of a jeep, but I found the footage of the gliders compelling.

Various shots of aeroplanes all marked with D-day signs standing in an airfield. A motorcycle and jeep drive up a ramp into the planes. Various shots of the paratroops as they prepare on the ground.

The aeroplanes taxi and take off for Holland, planes include Halifaxes, Stirlings and Albermarles, as well as Horsa gliders and Wacos. Air to air of the planes getting airborne and flying in formation out across the Channel. Ground to air formation of Dakotas passing over Belgian town, people look up at the aircraft. M/S Dakota plane that has crashed into a panzer tank burning in a field.

Aerial shot of the gliders casting free and heading to ground, they land. Various shots of paratroops parachuting to the ground in Holland. Various shots of planes in the fields.

 
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3 Photos of Reagan & Barbara Walters in a CJ-6 on eBay

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These original 8×10 photos were taken, I imagine, during an interview of President Ronald Reagan by Walters.

  1. Close up photo that includes how the cameras are positioned for closeup shots:
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  2. Side shot photo:
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  3. Farther away photo:
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1948 CJ-2A Walla Walla, WA $2000

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This appears to be a solid project.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/181632320634764

“For a 73-year-old vehicle this complete Willy’s is in very fine shape, it just needs someone to love and care for it. It’s all there and all original.”

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CJ-2A VEC Parts Wanted in Richmond, Virginia

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Shane scored a very stock CJ-2A with a Newgren lift this weekend. Though it’s been converted to 12 volts, he believe he has all the parts to restore it to six volts. However, there are a few other parts he doesn’t have, so he’s hoping someone else does.  You can contact him at donovanshanemiller @ gmail.com (remove the spaces around the “@” before emailing him).

  1. Early Tail light housing
  2. Passenger side reflector
  3. Keyed coil
  4. Newgren lift pump
  5. Temp gauge(broken capillary is fine)
  6. Monarch governor setup
  7. Mirror, arm, bracket

He’ll share some pics of his new find once he is able.

 
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Australian Ordnance Vehicle Depot in Australia

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This brief video was posted to Facebook. It shows a vehicle yard full of jeeps.

“7 Australian Ordnance Vehicle Park Tolga
August 1944
Estimated to have over 4,000 vehicles
Did you know that Tolga was the location of the largest ordnance depot in North QLD during WWII?
The 13th Australian Advanced Ordnance Depot consisted of over 150 buildings and 18 igloos plus the vehicle park, a salvage area and workshops.”