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No pics provided.
https://springfield.craigslist.org/gms/d/springfield-estate-garage-moving-sale/7389459260.html
“I also have a 1947 army jeep which runs good. and jeep parts.”
Not sure how much value is here.
https://fortcollins.craigslist.org/pts/d/fort-collins-rat-rod-willys-jeep-project/7386530848.html
“WILLYS FLAT FENDER RAT ROD PROJECT
rolling chassis with air bag suspension
set up for Chevy inline 6 and TH350
8.8 rear end out of a crown vic with disk brakes
Ford front axle and spindles disc brakes from speedway
new radiator
new reverse corvair steering box
rebuilt TH350
1975 chevy 250 inline 6 with four speed out of a pickup”
This appears to have a newer body kit.
https://saltlakecity.craigslist.org/cto/d/salt-lake-city-1948-jeep-willys/7389200977.html
“Fully restored, excellent condition. On and off road ready. Comes with tow bar, four extra tires/rims, gas can holder/hitch”
Seller has a chassis and a body for sale.
https://eastidaho.craigslist.org/pts/d/rexburg-willys-jeep-cj2a-cj3b-parts/7373981802.html
“Two items for sale, different prices. Sorry, no part outs. I do not reply to texts or email. Phone calls only, leave a voice message and I’ll call you back. Thanks.
1. 1948 CJ2A rolling chassis: this is the “late” ’48 frame, thicker steel, same frame used for CJ3A and CJ3B. Steers, brakes work, trans and transfer work, radiator, this would make a great chassis to build your old Jeep project on. Front crossmember has been modified, new repro front crossmember included. $950
2. CJ3B: this sale includes the 3B body tub, windshield frame, hood, fenders and grill. Tub is rough with rust, dents bondo, other sheet metal in pretty good shape overall. $750″
Bill spotted this one. It looks like a good price. It’s probably has some body work done near the steps.
https://hartford.craigslist.org/cto/d/burlington-1946-cj2a/7394317032.html
“Runs, steers, shifts, and stops very good. Wheels, body, and frame are solid. Needs very little.New exhaust and brake system.”
Needs work.
https://eastoregon.craigslist.org/cto/d/sumpter-1949-willys-jeep/7391754773.html
“Nice little cj2a. Have been working on it but now priorities have changed. New water pump, break reservoir, points, plugs, rotor and cap and spark plug wires. Needs to hook a new fuel line from tank to fuel pump ( which also need replaced. the pump.). motor starts right up when you pour some gas into the carburetor. Great project if you want to restore or clean up and use as is. Mostly just surface rust. Only thru rust I’ve seen is in floorboard on passenger side, which has been plated under. If ad is up it’s available. CASH only and don’t need help selling and I’ve heard all the scams so don’t bother me with them.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(08/30/2021) Has some bondo and a funky paint job, but runs.
https://eastoregon.craigslist.org/cto/d/la-grande-1946-jeep-willys/7386200045.html
“1946 Ford GPW. This flat fender is a World War 2 production jeep that was license in 1946, it was produced during the war
Comes with original L-134 block engine, a new T-84 transmission, original D-18 transfer case, and original axles. All fluids have been change and wiring has been upgraded to 12-volt to include a new Fuse box.
New carburetor, new distributor and much more.
Jeep runs good and drives good for something made to storm the beaches of Normandy. New clutch and linkage, brake master cylinder, wheel cylinders, lines and brake shoes.
Jeep has a newer Best top cover with doors. Seats are new and canvas is era specific.”
This race jeep was modified with one-ton axles. Note the wider rear axle with an added fender well. The racers note the Jeep has 24-forward speeds. Maybe that means a six speed with an overdrive and transfercase? The article appeared in Roseville’s (CA) Press Tribune on October 23, 1968.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was at an Estate Sale.
Matt spotted this ad. No price yet on this one. It sounds like it doesn’t run.
“project/parts condition 39k approx miles”
This has a Meyers-made Sears-branded hardtop with some Watson hubs.
https://greatfalls.craigslist.org/cto/d/loma-1949-willys-jeep/7384228733.html
“Willys Jeep in good condition. Motor runs great, brake work . It has been converted to 12 volt. Has aluminum top and doors. Body has a little rust but not bad for a 4”
This has a later Kelly hardtop.
https://portland.craigslist.org/clk/cto/d/battle-ground-jeep/7393095912.html
“1950 Willys Jeep. Runs and drives. Good restoration project. $6500 or offer”
Lots of custom work here.
https://portland.craigslist.org/clk/cto/d/rainier-1948-willys-jeep/7391034797.html
“48 flat fender, 327 small block Chevy, Bronco running gear, 3 speed transmission, high low transfer case, warn manual locking hubs, 5000 lb warn winch. This jeep was built from the frame up. Lots of chrome and diamond plate.”
Includes a Bobcat fiberglass hood.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/est/cto/d/north-bend-1946-willys-cj2a/7389738747.html
“Selling my 1946 Willys CJ2A. Runs strong and drives like a Willys Jeep.
Has a 4 cylinder engine, 3 speed manual with Warn overdrive and Warn locking hubs. Like new wheels and tires. The Jeep was purchased in 1948 and been well taken care of since then. Unfortunately no time or space for this super fun, head-turning 4×4. New tabs and clean title in hand.
Serious buyers only! You won’t find another like this one.
$8500 cash”
This slightly modified CJ-3A includes a Woman-made Willys Overland half cab.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/689511409103774
“On a non op. Starts right up. Just want gone. Possible trades for quads dirt bikes toy hauler etc…”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.
Here’s a pretty stock early CJ-5.
“$5,000 title in hand. Starts up needs little work. I’m posting for a friend. ”
Needs some TLC of some kind.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1226159677898375
“This Jeep has been sitting covered for about 7-8 years. Starts right up and drives. Definitely needs some TLC.”
Bill spotted this VEC.
https://lincoln.craigslist.org/cto/d/beatrice-1946-jeep-willys/7389631729.html
“1946 C-J2 Jeep Willys for sale. 4 cylinder 3 speed. 47000 original miles. All numbers match original. Might need some paint. Runs and drives good. Ready to go. One of a kind! Asking $9800.”
No pics provided.
https://westslope.craigslist.org/pts/d/montrose-47-jeep-cj2a/7384348046.html
“1947 Jeep CJ2A with VIN plate and clear title. Running motor, Warn front locking hubs, tow bar, and original rims w/ military tread tires. For parts or restore. Selling complete – not parting out. $4,200. “
Unclear how much value is here. Lots of mods.
https://portland.craigslist.org/clk/cto/d/vancouver-1944-ford-willys-gpw-jeep/7393831953.html
“1944 Ford built Willie’s jeep (GPW). Has a running 289 V8 (last ran 2 years ago). Needs transmission/ transfer case installed. Parts included. Not sure what they came off of will probably need some mods. Needs driveline. Will include pto and winch. Clear Washington title in my name $3000 will update ad”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
It’s rough, but may have at least some parts value.
“I have a 1953 CJ3B I’m looking to trade or sell outright. I’m only interested in Willys pre CJ3B models as trade. I bought this all original (except paint), unmolested Willys as a summer project when I couldn’t find a 2A or 3A at the time. I have $2000 of new parts with receipts installed. I have cleaned/inspected/tested/rebuilt or replaced the complete brake system (replaced), complete fuel system (new tank and lines), starter, generator, clutch, and transfer case. The starter and charging systems work well, still 6 volt. I had it running and drove it in and out of my garage but it won’t stay running now. The front and rear floors need to be replaced but rest of the body is pretty solid. I’m in North Eastern PA with a clear PA title in hand. Let me know if you have any questions or would like specific pictures.”
UPDATE: This was for sale in 2020. Maybe it never sold or maybe being resold.
(11/30/2020) This has a brass data plate, but the only words I can make out are “For Business Use Only”.
https://hartford.craigslist.org/cto/d/coventry-e1949-willys-jeep/7393461921.html
“1949 Willy’s Jeep CJ3-A in awsome shape. All you have to do is enjoy. All of the work has been done. Here is a list of the repairs:
New Starter, new battery cables, new front and rear brakes, new emergency brake, new master cylinder, new clutch, carburetor rebuilt, choke connected, oil and filter change, new directional signals, steering shaft column rebuilt, reseal transmission and transfer case.
20,200 miles
No rust.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $4800.
(07/02/2018) This might have a set of Watson hubs.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/847550489239549
(from previous ad) … “Great Fun! Has been in the family over 40 years. It runs, has full roll bar, front and back towing. 2 sets of tires and rims. It has been kept in storage. My father told me it was a 4 cylinder plymouth engine. It is a 4 wheel 3 speed. It has very low mileage. Enjoyable as it is or easily made to look like new. No cracks in the windshield. The original serial numbers are on the under carriage with the 5 pointed star at the beginning and end of the sequence. It has a clear title and has been put on non-op as I cannot drive it anymore because of numerous back surgeries. I will miss it. I learned to drive on it when I was 9 years old. I hope to find it a good home. Some seal are dry and need greasing. You can make an appt to see it. Contact me through my email.”
Biscuit on its way home
Lost biscuit finally arrived in Prosser, though The Jeep is a shadow of its former self. The original 3.8L V-6 was burning oil badly out of cylinder one, so while replacing the engine I also replaced the transmission, switching from an TH350 automatic to a T-18 with a low first. But, I could never find the time to complete that transition. Engine placement, driveline angle, and header angles seemed to fight me the entire transition. However, now that Biscuit is here, I’ll eventually have some time to devote to it (first, the race jeep’s seat will get adjusted for my height, then I will deal with Patterson’s generator and with the brake-clutch pedals, then Lost Biscuit).
To get Biscuit home, first I had to install a winch onto the tilt bed. After thinking through various ideas, I came up with a trial system that secured a winch frame to the tilt deck, but used a vertical angle against the from of the tilt deck as added leverage for the winch.
Here are some of the pieces I started with:
This shows the underside of the tilt deck. The square tubing in the pic above this one was drilled and bolted to the deck, with the bolts going through the wood and into angled pieces on either side of the hydraulic arm. I figured that was the least invasive way of mounting a winch (for now).
This shows the completed platform bolted onto the deck. Note how the front angle piece on the left sits down in front of the tilt bed. This allows the tilt bed to open and shut:
UPDATE: Thanks to Claus and his brilliant memory, we have another example of a Capstan winch on the back of a Raymond Concrete Jeep. In this case, I had posted it back in 2010. Raymond Concrete was formed in 1897, but went bankrupt in 1989.
Here’s the image:
A seller on eBay recently had one of these rear mounted PTO winches for sale. It, too, was from the Raymond Concrete company.
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Originally Posted October 7, 2021: David shared this CJ-2A for sale in Prineville. He asked if I had ever seen a capstan winch mounted on a rear PTO gearbox like this one. I said I hadn’t. Moreover, the special equipment brochure for the capstan only shows it being used on the front (see brochure below). So, does anyone know whether the capstan was marketed for the rear PTO gearbox? Or was this more likely a custom setup?
Anyway, here’s the jeep in Prineville:
https://bend.craigslist.org/cto/d/powell-butte-1946-original-cj2a-willys/7389633842.html
“Paint original(faded) No rust, No dents, No body repairs. Good top and doors. Runs and drives good. PTO winch, PTO rear capistan(very rare) Tow bar & hubs. All running gear original and operational.”
