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This April of 1972 article in Boy’s Life Magazine tells the story of the Boys Scouts work project on the Naches Trail in the Cascade Mountains just north of Mt. Rainier in conjunction with the Pacific Northwest Four-Wheel-Drive Association. I was not there (that I remember), but our club, the Wandering Willys, including my father, was there to help ferry the Boy Scouts to the Naches Trail.
You can read the article online here
Over the past couple years I’ve been the beneficiary of some custom magnets created by Maury. I figured it was about time I shared them. I keep them on both sides of a metal bookshelf, but moved them to one side for the photo. Many thanks Maury!
This is a an ad I don’t think I’ve seen. This Adolph Treidler illustration was published in the April 25, 1943, issue of Time Magazine.
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“This is an original 1943 print ad for International Nickel! It measures approximately 11″ x 8” overall, has no tears or stains, comes from a dry, high-altitude, smoke-free environment, and is strictly graded
Looks in good shape.
https://modesto.craigslist.org/wto/d/burson-1951-willys/6888391386.html
“1951 Willys for sale. Good condition.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(05/17/2019) This looks like an older build that was probably a pretty nice jeep back in the day.
https://monterey.craigslist.org/cto/d/lockwood-1950-willys-jeep/6888405460.html
“Selling my 1950 Willys Jeep. Runs and drives great. Chevy 350 V8 mated to a TH350 automatic transmission. 5.38 gears. All lights and gauges work, 8k lb. winch works, 4×4, overdrive and low/high work with no issues. Comes with a nice top not listed in pictures. Recently put new rear tires, thermostat, radiator hoses/fluid and fuel line on it. Clean title and ready to go. ”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $5950.
(07/20/2018) Looks like the tub is metal. The hood might be a rare teardrop Bobcat fiberglass hood.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/est/cto/d/kirkland-1952-jeep-willys-buick-v6/6883515736.html
“Had fun with this thing now time for the next toy. This is a forest green 1952 Jeep Willy’s (cj2a I think). Buick engine swap done by last owner. Such a good weekend driver for the summer with the reliable engine (no choke but runs awesome). Comes with full canvas top. Everything works except windshield wipers (needs to be hooked up is all), and there is no parking brake. Basically everything else is there and functional.
It is in good drivable condition and looks great from 30ft. The body is a bit rough under the paint, but it’s old after all. If your looking for something stock to bring back to original glory this is not it… this is the perfect weekend truck for chores, beers, etc.”
Has. variety of updates. Was used as part of owner’s magician business.
https://fresno.craigslist.org/for/d/fresno-1949-willys-overland-jeepster/6881774299.html
“A total of 19,000 Jeepsters were made between 1948 and 1951, but only 1900 were made in 1949. This has been called the last of the American Phaetons. This is not a show car, but a beautiful driver that has been in the family for over 30 years. I have used it in my Magic shows for the last 20 years. It is with great sorrow that I’m selling this part of our family but I am unable to drive it enough to keep; it is time to let someone else enjoy what our family have enjoyed so much.
Many extras: here are just a few
Buick 231 V-6 – very low mileage
Mustang II front end
New custom soft top
New side curtains
Must see to appreciate.
I am a retiring magician, and will be selling my costumes, collections, and working tricks and illusions as well as assorted items I have collected along the way; so many things, so little time, but working on making it yours, not mine.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $15,000.
Includes an M-100 trailer. Also can be viewed here: http://www.bill-capes.com/insanity
“title status: clean
transmission: manual
type: convertible
FOR SALE
1952 Military M-38 Jeep & M-100 Trailer
Frame-Up fully restored Willys M-38 Jeep “Last of the Flat Fenders”
These are some of the pictures you will find on the listed website,
which also includes sequential pictures of the rebuild in-process.
When I could/would not afford a commercially available reproduction part, I
made use of my talents to fabricate my own replacement, all are shown on the
site, no hidden agenda here.
DETAILS
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UPDATE: Price dropped to $8000. Last listed in 2017.
https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/d/big-bear-lake-1947-willys-jeep-cj2a/6892668987.html
“1947 Willy’s Jeep, CJ2A
Harvest tan
Pumpkin orange wheels
New non directional tires
Ramsey PTO winch
Ramsey Dual PTO (front connected)
Original functional split windshield
Full roll cage (agmftermarket)
12V electrical (aftermarket)
Siganaw steering box conversion
Warm hubs
Original Dana 41/25 axels
T-90 transmission /PTO
Dana Splicermodel 18 transfer case
Ford OHC I4 engine conversion
Dual oil filter conversion
Swing away tire/jerry can/hi lift mount
Bimini top
Brackets for rear PTO shaft included (rare part find!)
Bumper mounted toe bar
Not interested in trades.“
Maybe someone needs this?
https://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/pts/d/centralia-m38-jeep-gas-fired-heater/6891301490.html
“Gas fired heater for the M38 jeep. All I have is the heater and the duct. located in Centralia.”
Maybe this project will interest someone.
https://syracuse.craigslist.org/cto/d/clay-willys-jeep-cj2a-project/6889912340.html
“CJ2A custom frame, boxed, sandblasted and in primer. Gear box moved forward, radiator repositioned, new springs, gas tank relocated under rear. Custom Stainless box, widened cowl and dash taking offers”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $15,000.
Price is a bit aggressive considering condition, but there may be a lot of GPW there.
“No rust
Runs great
Starter converted into 12 Volt System
I have not done lights or starter though
Original Generator”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $600.
(05/08/2019) Not sure how much value is here.
“Old plow jeep. I had it running and idling a couple months ago . Rebuilt carb. Hurricane engine runs very well. 12 volt alternator. Plow setup. Body is rough. Frame looks to be in decent shape. Restore, parts, yard vehicle.
Obviously this jeep has sat for sometime. Bring a trailer.”
UPDATE: Was $6750. Now no price.
https://sacramento.craigslist.org/atq/d/rio-linda-42-ford-jeep/6918911690.html
“Good condition, not running at this time. PTO winch, new rebuild motor. Good body . will consider trade for travel trailer, toy hauler or ?”
Sounds like it’s worth a look.
https://sacramento.craigslist.org/for/d/davis-cj-2a/6895299559.html
“Runs great. Nice body, good frame, good seats.
Four-wheel drive works well.
Disk Brakes on front.
Skyjacker Lift: springs and shackles.
Roll bar and seat belts.
Great looking tires and wheels.
12 volt: Alternator and new battery.
Steering has been converted from stock: works and drives, but needs work:
· Unknown box is loose: tighten or install the provided/included rebuilt Saginaw box.
· Angle of shaft between box and column is too much for the single joint installed. Needs a double joint <$200.
· Tilt column is too short. Knuckles hit windshield. Need to replace it with another longer junkyard unit or a $90 one from Speedway. (would look better too.)
Has a vintage heater in place of a temperature gauge. Re-plumb it or sell it to a collector.
Comes with a new temperature gauge and proper fittings, need to install it.
New oil pan gasket installed: looked great inside pan.
Oil leak at pressure gauge hose: New hose in shipping now, need to install.
Trans drips so you know it has fluid. Could try 120 wt. or re-gasket.
One of the windshield panes is cracked.
Has most of a good top: both doors, good top with one mouse hole, looks like has all bows, maybe missing windshield rail. (I never put it on)
Note the nice custom speaker boxes that work well. Radio works but missing face plate. Plays the included ZZTOP CD well.
Includes NEW miscellaneous parts: points and condenser, original style carb gasket…
Good windshield wiper and motors included loose. (too close to steering wheel) No horn, I may have one.
Original spare tire mount and bolts. lots of holes to install it on side or back.
Bumper hitch.
In NON-OP. Will register if that works for buyer.”
It’s springtime in Austria. Bernd and his CJ-5 are back to work.
“My jeep helped prepare for a classic vehicle get-together (see links below). Today, I moved a narrow gauge railroad switch for the event. On my way, the traffic police pulled me and the jeep aside. Fortunately, they found nothing amiss, so I left without a ticket.”
See some links about the yearly event:
The auction just ended, but I’m sure if you contacted the seller he’d relist it for purchase. His starting bid was $6.95 plus $3.78 shipping.
Dan shared this nice looking, rebuilt wagon.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/cto/6891269935.html
“Frame off restoration:
1961 Willys Station Wagon
1970 350 Corvette Motor, Completely Rebuilt. Approx. 400 H.P. Late Model 3-Speed Jeep Transmission. Two Wheel Drive.
Ford Econo-line Straight Axle with All New Disc Brakes.
Narrow Dana 44 Rear- 355 Posi.
Brand New Springs & Shocks.
New Brake Booster with Corvette Master Cylinder.
New 3 Core Aluminum Radiator.
Brand New Battery.
Brand new Cooper Tires. Fronts- P205-75R15 Weld Wheels. Rears- 275-75R15 Corvette Rally Wheels. Continue reading
Looks in good shape.
https://capecod.craigslist.org/cto/d/wellfleet-1949-willys-jeepster/6892962058.html
“this restoration just completed…new floors,new interior and uoholstry and paint
original 4 cyl go devil engine has a new,..water pump..oil pump and hoses..new tires
3 speed tranny on column..with over drive…brakes ,suspension,clutch,..all in fine smooth running condition.
this Jeepster is a rare find ! only 2960 produced in 1949
last phayton body made in US
New paint is a deep cranberry red with a cream colored accent band
All chrome is in good condition…new white convertible top makes her ready for summer fun…car shows and parades..drives to the beach”
Jon shared this ad for a CJ-2A to be auctioned on June 16th near Mossbank, SK, Canada. It has promise.
http://www.johnstoneauction.ca/sales/farmsales/weiss/weiss19.html
“no PTO, was running when stored (inside), grill guard”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $16,000.
Has some EasyLok hubs. Has some newer gauges.
“For sale is a completely restored 1946 Willys Jeep CJ2A. New tub, windshield, hood, fenders, tailgate, gas tank, wiring harnesses, engine, rims and tires, gauges, bumper, seats, radiator, and 12volt system. Repainted with a factory cream paint number.”
Seller has this priced at $3500, but you can make an offer as well. It’s got some Cutlas Powe-rLock hubs.
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“CJ5 JEEP 4×4 Plow truck Willy’s by Kaiser Jeep Corporation
1960
With Title
Factory Locking Hubs
Starts and Runs but needs tune up
Brakes need work
New clutch
Spare fiberglass cab top
Plow cylinder needs repair”
Jon shared this rare Canadian M-38A1. It will take some work to get this going.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/381267839301928/
“Needs window,clutch,heater, gas tank, batteries Not running. Hasn’t run in years but engine rotates.”
Looks like a good price, especially for Alaska. No doors though.
https://anchorage.craigslist.org/pts/d/palmer-willys-jeep-top/6889886079.html
“Koenig Ironworks, Body Division, Houston Texas.
Original top for Willy’s MB, GPW.
No doors.”
UPDATE: Still Available. I last show it was listed for sale in Madras in 2009.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/847560688954992/?ref=messenger_share
“One of a kind Jeep pedal car. (large enough for a adult to ride ) custom hand built, extra heavy duty double wall construction . have to see to appreciate the craftsmanship and detail in construction. would make a great project to motorize ”
