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A Little Confused …

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A couple things confused me today. In this first example, we have at top the original gasket between the intake manifold and carb. On the bottom is the replacement gasket included in a rebuild kit. As you can see, it won’t work. Is the DJ-3A intake that unique? I know it uses a Carter YF 2392, so that’s unique.

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Next up, the ends for the dragline. On the left is the new end and on the right the old one. The new one is taller and has shallower slots for installing it. The old end is shorter and has much deeper slots (those deeper slots are really helpful) . Anyone know why these are so different? Between the longer end and longer springs, I couldn’t put all the parts together around the bell crank arm (and I tried). In the end I was forced to use some old and some new parts.2017-06-24-draglink-end-piece-comparison

Note the difference in the spring heights. Try as I might, I could not compress the spring enough to install an end. I changed to the old end.2017-06-24-draglink-spring-comparison

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I also installed the dual master cylinder. The rear brake line connected perfectly. I just had to add one bend. The front brake lines were a big problem. You’d think trying to locate an 3/16-1/4 adapter would be easy, but it turned into multiple trips to the auto store, where I hunted for the right sizes with the right threads. The staffs at two different auto stores were not useful (nice, but not helpful). So, this will work for now, but I’d like to get the proper adapter and remove the connectors and line on the right side. 2017-06-24-master-cylinder-brake

Sunday morning we’ll 1) bleed the brakes and then, if all goes well with that, 2) replace the front springs and then 3) drop in the engine.

 

 
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1940s Photo of a Ford GP with Female Passenger on eBay

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There must be a story with this photo.

“1940s WWII Photo from another unnamed US Army soldiers photo album. Most appear to be at a unknown California army base before heading to the Pacific Theater of Operation. Nothing written on backs nor in album so no other info available.”

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1951 CJ-3A Salida, CO **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.

Could be a good price.

“Runs and drives good. Mostly original with 6 volt. Drive train works as should. No top”

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1947 CJ-2A Big Fork, MT $1500

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UPDATE: Still Available.

https://kalispell.craigslist.org/cto/d/47-willies-jeep/6622348062.html

(01/06/2017) “one 47 willies with clean title it is more or less complete, no seats, the motor ran but used more oil than gas apparently,

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CJ-2A Body $650: https://kalispell.craigslist.org/cto/d/47-willys-shell/6446618214.html1947-cj2a-parts-kalispell-mt7

Hardtop: (a mix of Koenig and Meyer parts) $525: https://kalispell.craigslist.org/cto/d/47-willys-jeep-hard-top/6446620920.html

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Exploring the Santa Fe Trail in 1950 by Jeep

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The January 1950 issue of Popular Mechanics featured a story about airline pilot Heath Proctor and his trip by CJ-2A along the Old Santa Fe Trail. I’ve included a few pics below. I’m not sure what’s on the front bumper? Are those push bumpers?

Here’s a link to the entire story online: https://books.google.com/books?id=vtgDAAAAMBAJ&pg=PA88&source=gbs_toc_r&cad=2#v=onepage&q&f=false (Page 88).
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1963 Jeep Windshield Washing Kit on eBay

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Here’s a complete 1963 NOS Jeep-branded windshield washing kit. No description provided.

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Photo of Ford GP on eBay

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This undated 4″ x 5″ photo features a Ford GP.

“1940s WWII Photo from another unnamed US Army soldiers photo album. Most appear to be at a unknown California army base before heading to the Pacific Theater of Operation. Nothing written on backs nor in album so no other info available.”

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Photo of Jeep in Elwood Oil Fields on eBay

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Cool photo.

“1942- U.S. soldiers ride a jeep into a shell hole from one of the shots fired by Japanese submarine I-17 at the seaside refining facilities of the Elwood oil fields near Santa Barbara, California on February 23.”

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1948 CJ-2A Caldwell, ID **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $13,000.

“Details:
1948 Willys CJ2 with a V2203 Kubota turbocharged engine conversion.
Dana 44 front axle with a detroit locker and 4:88 gears. All new (axles, Hubs, locker, gears, bearings) with heavy duty tie rod and drag link.
Dana 44 rear full floating axle with a Auburn limited slip with everything brand new also!
Transmission and transfer case rebuilt and overdrive added.
New front disk brakes and rear 11 inch drums with dual master cylinder and all new brake lines.
Saginaw steering conversion.
New modern wiring harness.
New Mastercraft suspension seats with 5 point harnesses and full roll cage.
5 New BFGOODRICH 31/10.5/R15s with new wheels
New gauges with EGT gauge and Boost gauge
New battery and radiator.
I Also have a Artic front window that i will include in the sale

Lots of time and money invested! ( More than I’m asking) Jeep runs and drives excellent with no problems.”

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1951 M-38 Gig Harbor, WA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5900

(05/09/2017) Looks like a good build.

“51 Willys Jeep Flat Fender, 327ci, Dana 30’s front and rear, 3 speed, newer soft top, bikini top, half doors, spare tire/Jerry can rack,
rear bench seat”

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1948 Truck JeepRod Paragon, IN $8100

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Lots of updates.

“48 willys Truck on S10 frame 350 chevy turbo 350 trans. all new brakes disk front drum rear new calipers rotors drums shoes propitiating valve, New 2:73 ring pinion,S10 bench seat with arm rest tilt steering power brakes, power steering Lokar 23″ shifter,CD stereo,New gauges, Chrome reverse wheels like new tires, with spare 12gallon fuel cell under bed THIS IS A DAILY DRIVER NOT A $100,000 show truck get in go anywhere”

https://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/6177206204.html

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1952 CJ-3A Willcox, AZ $11,000

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Intersting turbo(?) setup.

“1952 Willy’s Jeep. Comes with 4 dessert track tires and a pair of paddle tires.”

https://tucson.craigslist.org/cto/6184302792.html

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1943 GPW Edmond, OK **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $14,000.

90% restored could be pretty close with this one.

“1943 GPW Ford Jeep. Parade quality. 90% restored. Runs and drives. Good paint. Blackout lights. Excellent condition. Must see to appreciate.”

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1951 M-38 Shelbyville, IN **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9500.

I think that’s the exhaust out the rear? It could get caught on something.

“I’m selling my 1951 Willy’s M-38. I bought it 19 years ago from a farmer just south of where we live. Had the engine rebuilt, new tires, rebuilt generator, cleaned the radiator, new back seat, plugs some wiring. We’ve driven it off and on for the last 5 years, has 1,693 miles on the rebuilt engine and tires. Two years ago put a new Japanese carburetor on it and it has never run right. Needs a carburetor. Still has original manufactures plates with MFS Ser. Nu. 26031 Must make an appointment if you want to look at the Jeep.”

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1948 CJ-2A Veneta, Ca $4250

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UPDATE:  Still Available.

(11/22/2011)  “Too many vehicles. This 48 has a 327 corvette motor 4 speed ranch suspension tilt wheel big gas tank lifted 2 inches chrome wheels good tires new fender well headers roll bar looks bad is bad weak hearts should not apply own one nobody else has $4250 firm I really don’t want any trades but you can try. Please no tire kickers.”

https://eugene.craigslist.org/cto/6187357118.html

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1965 CJ-3B San Tan Valley, AZ **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000.

“This 1965 Willys is in very good condition!
F134 Hurricane 4 cylinder engine
3Speed standard original transmission
Overdrive
4×4
Runs & Drives great!
Canvas Top & Bikini Top included, see pics
New brakes, suspension, exhaust, instrument panel
Tow bar, Hi lift jack, gas, water cans included
No emissions
Great hunting jeep or anything else.”

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1948 CJ-2A Las Vegas, NV **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.

Needs work.

“Turns over
Needs work
Aftermarket engine
Stick shift
4×4
Clean title”

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1948 CJ-2A San Tan Valley, AZ **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3200.

It appears to be a CJ-2A w/ an M-38 Body.

“Project flat fender. M38 military tub, upgraded F head 134, t90, Dana 18. Rear 44. Rare front bench seat. Will not take much to make a runner. Rear body crossmember needs to be recreated. Not pictured is roll bar I have for it. This is a project. Clean title. Text is best with my schedule. If you must call leave a message.”

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1946 CJ-2A DePere, WI $700

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Not sure there is much value in the body. Has the wrong grille. I can’t tell for sure, but it looks like the top *might* be a Blue Star.

“1946 Jeep Cj2A $700.00 DePere
Frame with front & rear differential, transmission,
& transfer case. Engine is out on side, body, hard cover
Doors and back cover There is no hood, windshield or
Tail gate. $700.00 or make offer.”

https://greenbay.craigslist.org/pts/6187768692.html

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Creating Patterson’s Transmission Crossmember

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Someone on Facebook the other day claimed that DJ-3As were made from surplus parts. As with any model during those years, there were some DJ parts used on other models. But, as with other models, there are parts unique to the DJ-3A and I’m learning more about them daily, one part at a time.

Today I spent time working on the transmission crossmember. Because finding a DJ-3A crossmember was near impossible (and since Rusty did not have a normal crossmember), I got a CJ-3A crossmember from Chris McKay for Rusty. But, I’ve decided to use the stock DJ-3A crossmember off of Patterson on Rusty and keep that jeep as stock as possible, and DJ-3A-matize the 3A crossmember for Patterson. Here are a couple pics:

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So, to make the CJ crossmember a DJ unit, I will have to remove the transfercase cup and drill several holes.

Unfortunately, as I disassembled Patterson’s crossmember I ran into a couple problems with the rubberized mount for the transmission. Here’s a look at what I pulled off of Patterson. Note how narrow the two holes are for mounting the rubber piece to the transmission (too narrow for a standard T-90 mount:

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The Plight of the Willys Jeep Owner’s Wife

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David and Shila Jones sent Kaiser Willlys a limerick about the plight of the jeep owner’s wife. Included is a reference to eWillys. Enjoy!

http://blog.kaiserwillys.com/the-plight-of-the-willys-jeep-owners-wife

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1943 Photo of Dobodura-Toykyo Road on eBay

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Great photo.

“1943- Jeep pause beside sign erected at Oro Bay in New Guinea that points out the “Dobodura-Tokyo Road” and bears the words of President Roosevelt: “There are many roads to Tokyo: we will neglect none of them.” Photo measures approx. 7″ x 9 3/4″

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1942 GPW Lemont, IL $9500

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Could be worth a look.

“estored 1942 Ford Willie- Willys engine block- 638632; Frame / engine numbers- GPW20923 / ENG. MB564857. Restoration included rebuild down to the frame, new tub, engine overhaul, etc. Converted to 12V system.”

https://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/clt/6187247892.html

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1946 CJ-2A Roseville, CA $10,000

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Looks pretty good based on the one pic.

“Buick V6, Advance Adapter to a 4speed with overdrive. New Dual Friction Centerforce clutch, recently installed power steering, fully enclosed soft top and bikini top.”

https://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/6187547395.html

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1942 GPW Emmett, ID $7800

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Has Coast Guard markings.

“Good condition, Rebuilt engine, new tires, seat canvas, and battery. Has many original equipment parts such as combat rims, correct Spartan horn, rear seat, and numerous F marked parts. Turn signals have been added for safety but can be easily removed.”

https://boise.craigslist.org/cto/6176323623.html

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