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1967 Jeepster Commando Columbia Falls, MT $3900

October 7, 2024 • CATEGORIES: Jeepster This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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The wheels were the coolest part of this, but just as I was about to post this I read that part about the wheels not being included.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/8792158874129177

“1967 Jeepster Commando convertible 350 Buick engine Power steering Power brakes Radio Headers minor hole w/ flow master exhaust New cap/ plug wires fuel filter Carb could use some attention Rare Th400 3 speed automatic transmission No body or floor rust , some bumps and bruises Complete Roll bar Bucket seats Rear bench seat Rear spare tire bracket Runs and yard drives brakes need to be gone through Gas tank recently cleaned out Brand new convertible top two years ago in excellent condition Located in Columbia Falls,Mt.”

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Balloonfest 2024

October 4, 2024 • CATEGORIES: Features This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Ann taking her cousin for a spin in the Race Jeep.

We had our annual family gathering last weekend (hence the lack of updates). I was busy up til folks started arriving on Friday morning and didn’t stop moving until Sunday night. We had around 40 folks camping, tenting, RVing, staying in the house, crashing in the bunk house, and even sleeping in the shop’s extra rooms. The weather was perfect, warm during the day and cool enough at night for some fires.

The balloons launched at 7am Saturday morning, but Sunday proved too windy (the balloons launch about a 2 miles from us). This year the winds took the balloons east, so we didn’t get any close up views from our property (but most relatives went to the airport to watch them). However, most of the time we were all having fun, playing games, eating and hanging out. Here are some random pics from the event.

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We rented a bounce house and obstacle course for the young ones.

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A silly race.

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Using chalk paint, I made four square, hop scotch, and a tic-tac-toe play areas.

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I built a set of corn holes with a balloon theme. These were a bit hit.

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On Friday night, one of the relatives got out his fire dancing items and entertained us at the fire pits. He’s been spinning fire for more than a decade (though he’s only been part of the family for just over a year). So, this is a neat treat.

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Posters From Circa 2011

October 4, 2024 • CATEGORIES: News This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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I purchased these posters circa 2011(?). They are all based on brochures published by Willys-Overland or Willys Motors. I sold all of them, except for keeping a personal copy of each one. It’s unclear where I ever published this post.

Poster 101:

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Poster 102:

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Poster 103:

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Poster 104:

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Poster 105:

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Poster 106:

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Poster 107:

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Poster 111:

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Poster 112:

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Poster 113:

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Poster 114:

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Poster 115:

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DJ-5 Electruck Brochures

October 4, 2024 • CATEGORIES: Advertising & Brochures, DJ-5 & DJ-6, Features • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: Bill shared this article about the DJ-5Es, the electric postal jeep. 

https://carbuzz.com/forgotten-jeep-first-electric-fleet-vehicle/

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Originally posted January 21, 2020: Thanks to Gayland for sending me this brochure of the Electruck, an electric powered DJ-5E made by AM General.

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These images were from an eBay auction in 2015:

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Update on Mike’s Customized VEEP

October 4, 2024 • CATEGORIES: Builds, VEEP (VW Jeep), Scamp, Others This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: Mike continues to update his VEEP. You can view more pics via this blog post:

https://ranchotransaxles.com/vw-veep-visits-rancho/

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Originally Posted January 4th, 2020: Mike bought this VEEP in September of 2018 in Arizona. It ran, but had lots of surface rust on the paint. So, he blasted the body, rebuilt the engine (to 1915cc), redid the engine compartment, and added some other custom elements. His goal was to enter it in local car shows and, so far, he’s won four trophy’s with it. Nice work!

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One Man’s Afrikan Dream to Own a CJ-2A

October 4, 2024 • CATEGORIES: Features This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Bill shared this short story about a man from South Africa who had a life-long dream to own a Willys. FYI: 1 South African Rand is currently equivalent to $17.50 USD. R21,000 = aprox $1,200USD.

https://4x4afrika.com/2024/07/24/a-lifelong-dream-come-true/
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Anyone Recognize this Dually Adapter?

October 4, 2024 • CATEGORIES: Features, wanted • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Tanner found a set of four of these adapters, but several of us don’t recognize them (Here are some for comparison: http://www.ewillys.com/2017/04/05/dual-wheel-adapters/). They seem closest to the Hickey adapters, but also different front them. Here are the pics:

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1953 CJ-3B Howe Fire Jeep Chatsworth, GA $12,500

October 4, 2024 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3B, Fire/Police/Industry Vehicles This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Thanks to Hayes for sharing this fire jeep for sale. It runs and drives. This is the model featured in the Willys-Overland’s Fire Jeep brochure: https://cj3b.info/Fire/Fire3BBrochure.html

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/546445864476133

“Very good shape to be as old as it is. Very rare old Howe fire truck jeep. Runs and drives has tag and insured. Price is 15k obo great as is or restore and double your money.”

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1955? Flat Fender Roy, WA $10,000

October 4, 2024 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3A • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Looks like a solid build. Might be a CJ-3B or CJ-5 chassis?

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/977894083945484

“1955 flat fender Galvanized Philippines flat fender body Scout frame and axles 4:10 gears welded front and rear 351W balanced .030 over flat top pistons Ported heads roller rockers Not sure specs on cam Gear drive Holley 750 Top loader ford 4spd 20 t-case New seats Jeep doesn’t have a lot of miles on it since it was put together PLEASE ASK YOUR WIFE IF YOU CAN BUY IT BEFORE CONTACTING ME !”

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1948 CJ-2A Minden, NE Auction

October 4, 2024 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A • TAGS: , , . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Dan shared this nice looking CJ-2A with a Kelly 23 series hardtop. This HiBid auction ends with a soft close in 23 days. This does have some unusual looking hubs, which I imagine are just a cover over the original hubs?

https://hibid.com/lot/215131194/1948-willys—overland-cj—2a-universal-jeep?ref=lot-list

“1948 Willys – Overland CJ – 2A Universal Jeep Runs & Drives – Located in Minden, NE Technical specifications: Length – 130 1/8″ (3,3 m.) Width: 59″(149.8cm) Height: (overall): 69″(175 cm) Tire size: 6.00-16, Front 26, Rear 28 psi Electrical: 6 Volt Transmission: 3 speed T-90 Transfer Case: 2 speed Dana 18 Front Axle: Dana 25 Rear Axle: Dana 41 Wheel Base 80″ (203cm) Other: 2-Piece windshield, tailgate Engine: 4-134 L Head Motor Fuel Capacity: 10.5 gallon Extra equipment on this CJ-2A, tailgate, spare tire carrier, seven-slat grille, rear seat, center rear view mirror, front passenger seat, rear bumper that accommodates rear PTO, dual electric windshield wipers, dual taillights, hot-climate radiator, driveshaft guards, heater, side steps, radiator brush guard, 2 piece windshield and custom Kelly All-Steel Cab.”
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