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I had planned to do more updates last night but time got away from me. So, I’ll try to do some later today at some point.
Today, phase one of Ann’s garden is finally complete. I had hoped to have it done by Mother’s Day, but I missed that target date by three weeks. The biggest hurdle was that I had some mystery health issue with fatigue, uneasiness, sleep issues, and tightness in my chest (I really thought I might have a heart issue), yet I never felt sick or had a temp. I had attributed it to accidentally handling some strong fertilizer with my hands. However, over the last three days (which was a day after I went to see the doctor .. and he indicated he thought my heart was fine) everything has dissipated. Unfortunately, today Ann seems to have come down with what I had. So maybe it was type of illness after all??
Anyhow, I can now turn my attention back to the racer, finally. I have an extremely happy wife, which was worth all the work.
As a reminder, here’s what the area looked like when we first bought the place in April of 2021.
In Feb of 2022 we had the willows removed. Then I began tearing stuff down.
One year later, we have the following … And here we have a short video (yes, I do mention horses mooing and I accidentally call a rail a railroad tie … ) ?
Before and after pics:
Before:
This appears in great shape, though has some updated seats.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1352286908687317/
“1947 CJ2a. L134 Flathead engine matching year. 3 speed T90 transmission looked over and tight. D18 transfer case. Opened adjusted and resealed. U joints new. Water pump. Hoses. Belts. Engine rebuilt .040 over. New bearings, rings, valves, block and head decked, cam brgs, freeze plugs, oil galleries rodded, carb, and fuel lines. New gas tank. Motor mounts. Windshield seals. New glass. Heater hoses. Clutch and pressure plate. Temp gauge. Battery and cable. Jeep starts, runs and drives and stops. I have receipts from all work done and the title in my possession. What does it need : wiring harness, brake system inspected, spring kit. Tires are cracked but hold air. This is a nice Jeep to cruise or climb mountains. what ever you like. I don’t need 4 Jeeps.”
Thanks to Roger for spotting this one. Given the PTO, I suspect there is value here. This is an early one.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/155177774084583
“Cool project Willy’s Jeep Forward Control 150. Not totally sure on year but tag marked Willy’s. This FC150 has been sitting for some years but ran when it was parked. Does not run now. Wench has been used recently. No title. Says La Selva Beach on each side of the cab. Price is firm, no trades.”
The Willys Rally kicked off yesterday with beautiful, but hot weather, or so I am told. Tom sent me a some pics, followed by Roger Martin, who wore out his camera taking pics, so thanks to you both! So, there’s lots to look at. One highlight captured by both kind gentleman included a four-seat empire tractor, which looks really well done.
Looks nice. Engine compartment paint needs some work.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/826254988919033
“Very nice willys pickup 2wd 4cyl 3spd on the floor. Starts right up and drives but needs master brake cylinder, looks pretty good older restoration but needs paint because of cracking paint. Tires look new still. Clear title $15000. Now first 12500 takes it. Only selling due to health problems.”
UPDATE: Back up for sale.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/710972580800842
“1947 Willy’s cj2a jeep, 4×4, super hurricane 4cyl, 3 speed with twin stick transfer case. All steel body. Has fold out windshield (also folds down. Has 2 bucket seats and a small removeae bench in the back. Runs, drives, is inspected. I have a roll bar and bikini top for it as well. Has an after market heater which works great (melt your ankle off) it’s an old cj so it goes 45mph tops, steering is wandery but manageable. Jeep has hand throttle option which is handy for parades or as a crude cruise control. Very cool driver quality cj2a . 13.500 possible trades try me. tractor with bucket and mower, pickup truck , hot rods etc”
There may be some parts value here. It includes an F-head.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/556930709920865/
“Jeep FC truck, year unknown, purchased with a property no title.”
This has undergone some floor work. Note the underside.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/208085955380750
“Selling for a friend. This is a beautiful cherry red 1947 Willys CJ2A that’s an older restoration. It runs, drives, stops, and has a clear title. I highly recommend watching the YouTube video about this Jeep titled “Buying a Barn Find Jeep & Making it Run Again” under channel name Turn N Burn for detailed information about this Jeep. Service completed in 2022: -All new brake components -Repacked wheel bearings -New water pump -New fuel pump and lines -New 8V battery which is running the factory 6V system -Misc oil seals replaced -New radiator hoses and thermostat The body restoration wasn’t completed to exact factory condition, but the Jeep overall looks great. I would recommend some tlc by making the headlights work, rebleeding the brakes, and removing play from the steering. However, it is ready to enjoy for the season.”
