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Before Canyonlands Was a Park

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“Before Canyonlands Was a Park” is a story built around a presentation given by Alan “Tug” Bates in 2014 and published January 07, 2024, by the Canyon Country Zephyr. It includes a variety of jeep photos from the Canyonlands area.

You can read the story and see pics here: https://www.canyoncountryzephyr.com/2024/01/07/1950-before-canyonlands-was-a-park-the-other-place-no-one-knew-by-tug-wilson/

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Kent Frost (L), Bates Wilson (Second from right) and friends in the late 1950s. (Photo Credit: NPS)

One excerpt is particularly interesting:

“In the first 10 years of exploring what would become Canyonlands National Park, we encountered a total of five people: We encountered one party of two in 1952; Dad gave them directions to find what later became known as Angel Arch, the icon of Canyonlands. Once, in 1953, we came across a lonesome cowboy, on his way from the West fork of Salt Creek to Cave Springs. And finally, in the fall of 1958, we met up with Kent and Fern Frost. They were in their green jeep, in Horse Canyon, checking out the area for future tours. But that was it…. FIVE.”

When my ex-wife and I moved to Utah thirty years ago (Yikes!!) in the summer of 1994 the population was 1.9 million (by comparison, as of 2021, the population was 3.38 million and the state is still one of the top five growing states). Lacking a jeep at that time, I got to explore southern Utah when you could still hike Desolate Arch in Arches NP and not see anyone! The experience Bates describes was mine at times. There were no signs stopping me from unrolling a sleeping bag on a piece of slick rock outside Moab and spending the night (now, lots of no-camping signs), which I did several times, with stars so bright I didn’t need a flashlight. And, if off the beaten path, you were guaranteed to feel all alone in desolate country.

Thirty years later, the Utah I experienced has changed dramatically. The restaurants are way better, the culture more diverse, the events more varied, but the resulting traffic and the crowds have become, at times, too much for my tastes. I guess I am getting old!!

 
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1946 CJ-2A Woodlands, TX **SOLD**

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Update: sold. Was $7000.

Looks like a good price.

“All tags are present. Frame tags matches under hood tag matching data plate tags. Solid vehicle and good driver. Did the 4 wheel disc conversion from Brennan’s. Rebuilt the steering box. Replaced bent axle. New tires. New wiring under hood. All lights work including the high beam indicator. I have jumped in and gone for 40 mile drives with no overheating issues. $7000.00”

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Year? CJ-3A Ute, IA $1800

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This includes a rear PTO gearbox setup, along with a front weight and winch(?). I am wondering if it has a 3 point lift in the back, as there are some arms sticking up from he back. No good pics of the rear cargo area. Unclear how much value is in the jeep itself.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/334812162761099

“Engine is stuck and frame is bad. Hard to find pto assembly is worth the asking price. $1800 or make an offer. Located in Ute Iowa. Will be parting soon if not sold complete.”

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1950 CJ-3A Baltimore, OH $2500

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Thanks to Tom for spotting this one.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/338617895650993

“1950 Willys CJ3a. Have title. Complete Jeep not restored. This was a fun runner that I built in 2018. Engine started knocking last year and have decided to move on. I have put new springs and shocks, new original style steering, Mile Marker front lock out hubs, lock rite rear locker, clutch and starter ring gear. Jeep is complete and will run. Also have a few extra parts. Ignition, complete set of old NDT tires on 15 inch rims. Jeep is 12v converted with a GM style alternator and 12v aftermarket hi torque starter. Still have original starter and kick start linkage as well as original 6v generator. Both rebuildable.”

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1967 CJ-5 Livingston, TX $2000

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The motor was recently overhauled. It might be worth a look. Seller had a little extra work to do, but not clear if the seller got  to the work yet or not.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/895406872095564

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“1967 jeep cj5 50k miles Pasture find Got the f134 4cylinder Motor was recently overhauled Turns over great, need’s a new fuel pump. No major rust spots The differential is in a bind passenger rear tire won’t roll back. Nothing major, just haven’t had time to tinker with it. Needs tires & seats Just found out me & my wife are expecting come august. My loss your gain. Can’t take on projects at the time. I’m the 3rd owner of the jeep. Asking $3,500.00! Come take it off my hands. ******I do plan on replacing the fuel pump & get the differential unlocked before selling*****”

 
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1947 CJ-2A Baxter, MN $8200

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Ran when parked. The half cab looks to be Koenig.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1078418730021754

“47 Willy’s jeep! Bought years ago and had plans for it with my dad but he’s no longer here and now have a baby and just need to downsize my collection! It ran when we parked it but had to jump start it. Because the ignition wiring is gone, but to put it back in is easy and simple. Priced below what they sell for on the national average.”

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1956 DJ-3A Branson, MO **SOLD**

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UPDATE: Price dropped to **SOLD** Was $2000.

(01/18/2023) This is an early DJ-3A. It’s a project. It has no engine.

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“1956 Willys DJ3A “The Dispatcher” Slated as a light delivery vehicle this is the first year for this model of Willys. The production number stamped in the frame is 1183 (see pics). This was my dads first vehicle and has been in the family since 1961. As far as I know we were the second owner. I have the original title. It’s a project. I have almost all of the original parts. What is missing is the motor, radiator, and seats. I have three of the original hubcaps. I have two tires on it that do hold air. The floor pans are rusted out. Last time it was on the road was 1973. It does have a factory heater. If you know the DJ’s then you know it is factory 2wd. I also have the doors. This is very difficult to post as I have a long history with this vehicle. Circumstances in life change and sometimes you have to let go of dreams. Ask any questions you want. I have more pics somewhere I will add later.”

 
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1949? CJ-2A New Prague, MN $11,500

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UPDATE: Still Available. The description below is from the previous ad. The new ad does not contain a description.

(04/25/2022) Listed as a 1949, this has a CJ-2A body. The engine needs to be rebuilt or replaced.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1484961578938822

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“1949 Willys Jeep: I’ve been working on this for about a year. Recently found out that engine needs to be rebuilt or need to swap in a newer/used engine. I took the body off, scraped, sanding, acid etched primed, then sprayed with a fine finish tip and put on a raptor liner coating. Black raptor liner to the underside and the inside of the tub. Sandblasted the rims, grill, bumpers, light housings and powder coated with matte black finishes. New gauges, new steering wheel, new reproduction seats with new vinyl. New tires. New. shocks. New muffler, exhaust system. It’s been fun but I’m not wanting to dump another $2,000-$3,000 for the engine upgrade.”

 
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1946 CJ-2A San Antonio, TX $3500

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It doesn’t run.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1090017025507228

“1946 JEEP WILLYS 6v all complete! Even has a brand new 6v battery Currently does not run, but everything is there to make this historic Jeep get back on the road. All original parts, and if you are a Jeep fanatic you know how special this model is!”

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1966 CJ-5 Rothschild, WI $3500

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Unclear how much value is here. It’s been stored a while. Has a Kelly hardtop.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/690527826485077

“1966 willys with 4 way western plow. Been in storage for over 20 years. Call for more info. Phone calls only. No texting or Facebook message. Phone number is in the picture.”

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No Updates Thursday

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The site or my connection is running slow tonight (wed), so I’ll postpone updates until Friday AM.

 
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1958 FC-170 Santa Clarita, CA $12,500

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UPDATE: This is back up for sale. 

This FC appears to include a Travel Queen camper. Unclear if the jeep runs or not.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/686405790271899

“Selling for my Dad, contact me via email or my dad via phone for more information.”

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December 1962 Jeep News

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The December 1962 issue of Jeep News was eight pages. Page one shares the news that sales jumped 56 percent, thanks in part to the new jeep models. Meanwhile in El Paso, Texas, organizers of the Sun Bowl planned to host a Jeep Derby as part of the Sun Bowl festivities. Page two shares some photos from a 300-person jeep caravan to Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument (created in 1907).

Page three contains a variety of miscellaneous stories. Page four includes a great example of the Jeep Herders logo. The club was located in Sheridan, Wyoming. Page five shared the story of Frank Kuboski and his San Juan Scenic Tour Jeep business operating out of Ouray, Colorado (editor’s note, Ouray is pronounced “Your-ay”, as my son likes to remind me .. I always mess it up!).

A highlight from page six was the announcement that Oakland, NJ, Police Chief purchased a wagon with a matching boat and trailer for rescue work. An unusual article on page seven explored Hollywood’s Lloyd Bridges’ views on raising kids, while lower on the page the Jeepster Club of America celebrated their fourteenth anniversary. Finally, on page eight, came the report of a radio newsman delivery his show from the bed of a CJ-5.

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Kam the Motoring Elephant Poster on eBay

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UPDATE: An original post for Bertram Mills Circus featuring Kim the jeep-riding elephant is currently on eBay for $510.08.

View all the information on eBay

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“Origional Bertram Mills Circus poster illustrated with KAM the elephant driving his Jeep, a great Jeep man cave item.
51cm x 74 cm. (20″ x 30″)”

In addition, a new search brought up this old photo from 1957:

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And, finally, after the jeep Kam drove e a Landcruiser. Here’s a short video of Kim at work:

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Originally posted December 18, 2012: 

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Kam the elephant starred for the Bertram Mills Circus during the 1950s and into the 1960s.  Initially, Kam drove a modified MB/GPW.  It looks like it had an updated motor.  Unfortunately, the only images I have found of Kam on the jeep are from the above poster and from page 240 of “The Jeep” book (a black and white photo which I don’t show). In the photo, as in the poster, there is a hump in the hood, which I assume is the result of the engine swap.  The jeep has the usual WWII attributes: tool indents, rear floating hubs and other details. Unlike the poster, the photo shows the fenders were left stock and flat, rather than rounded as shown in the poster.

Eventually, according to the site Silodrome, the circus bought a 1959 Series 1 Land Rover and modified it with a “central steering wheel and a huge, padded seat over the rear axle”.  The picture below is also from Silodrome. Here is a very short video of him driving it.  Kam’s customized Land Rover has been found and is being rebuilt.

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Various Photos

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  1. Blaine shared this photo of a Bell Telephone engineer working in Europe during WWII.
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  2. Blaine also shared these links for the teardrop Mustang, developed in the late 1940s. While many of us have seen these pics, what I didn’t realize was that the Mustang utilized some jeep steering parts. As this MotorBiscuit article notes, “McCarty wanted to build his car with existing components adapted to his unique vision. He decided that the steering from a Willys Jeep, a Continental or Hercules engine, and Spicer rear axles would be the basis for his car.”
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  3. This photo of a customized GPA was posted to g503 by Morihisa Ochi:
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  4. Grant Howe shared images of his customized jeep on Facebook, built for bird hunting:
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1959 Lighter Celebrating the Building of Jeeps in Canada on eBay

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The starting price for this unusual lighter is $49.99.

View all the information on ebay

“1959 Dundee Lighter promoting the FIRST CANADIAN BUILT JEEP® August 21, 1959. Back reads: WILLYS of CANADA Ltd, Windsor, Ontario. Scratches from storage. Blue, white and black enamel shows very little if any wear. Needs a cleaning. Being sold “As Is” as we didn’t have any fluid or flints to test.”

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1953 CJ-3B Streetman, TX $14,750

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This has a variety of updates.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/6854152071346755

“Converted to 4.3 gm v6 with 350 4×4 trans. power brakes ,power steering. I have not seen any rust. The paint is very good. It needs exhaust from the manifolds out so it has not been on the road. Included is rear seat and complete canvas top I have lost interest so my loss your gain. Clean Texas title. Its not eating anything so no help needed in selling.”

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1947 CJ-2A Kirksville, MO $13,500

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Looks solid.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/734044048247827/

“1947 Jeep Willy, runs great! It’s really fun to drive. Three speed, two range transmission, so it’s like a six speed. Has an early 1980’s GM 6-cylinder engine. Odometer reads 77k, uncertain if that’s true. Interior in great condition, bed coating on the floor. Lap belt seatbelts, and a small back seat. Exterior is excellent.”

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1952 CJ-3A Red Lion, PA $11,500

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UPDATE: Still Available.

(11/25/2023) John shared this 3A. It’s got some updates.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2582794851884878

“Are you ready for winter? 4×4? Maybe the top down on the warm days?! Here’s your ride! Tight jeep, with a 4 cylinder flat head. Travel back in time and turn heads. In great shape, road and off road. New tires and rims, radiator, master cylinder. Top and seats are redone with new pedals as well as more. Mileage unknown”

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1948 Jeepster Dallas, TX $15,000

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This Jeepster seems worth a look.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/744054241105006

“1948 Willys Jeepster for sale Needs a few minor repairs/tuneups Dm me if you’re interested. Serious inquiries only please No trades”

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1963 CJ-3B Prosper, TX $10,000

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New rear cargo floor added.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/703421178466219/

“Gertrude is currently housed in my garage. I’ve had all the gas drained out of her so that it would not ruin the interior of her engine. She was running fine prior to doing that. She will need breaks very soon. She needs her clutch cable replaced which I have. She needs new tires put on which I also already have. She has all custom interior that is brand new and needs to be installed. She has a bimidity top that’s brand new that needs to be installed as well. It is breaking my heart to sell her in the middle of her restoration but times have gotten tough and I had to make a choice. My loss is your gain.”

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1959? CJ-3B? Washington, NJ $1400

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No body included with this project jeep.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/885148109912008

“1959 Jeep Willys. Bought as a project but just don’t have time for it anymore. Sanded and repainted frame, new shocks and leafsprings. Engine and transmission. Have a 2nd engine as well. 2 hoods, 2 windshields, full set of doors. Dashboard and tons of extras. No tub/body. 1400 or best offer. Need gone”
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Year? CJ-2A Hightstown, NJ $4900

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Seller listed this as a 1945, but I don’t seen any evidence the sheep was produced in 1945 or 1946.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1625798451514777/

“1945 willys jeep cj2a. $4900. not running. No title. Minor rust, hard to find in this condition. Excellent restoration project.”

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Year FC-170 Howell, NJ No Price

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May need to contact the seller for price.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/835668236472205/permalink/7447412831964346

“Clean title
Located in howell NJ
Clean seats
I’ll get more pix when I get some free time
Needs fuel tank drained and cleaned out
Has been sitting for 20 years in a garage before I got it. It’s in very good shape for an East Coast FC
It has lower doors and cab corners! 
wants to fire but just puffin smoke not 100% sure if the timing is on. No time for it. Asking 10k comes with pto powered plow
Seats are in great shape”

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1942 & 1945 MB Chassis $1500

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Unclear how much value is here.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1625699174525334

“Selling my 1942 and 1945 Willys Jeep MB complete frames and axels. Very nice shape. Asking $1500.”

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