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These appear to be Dualmatic hubs with the Free-Lock private label. They certainly are rare.
“This is a very rare set of Free-Lock locking hubs. Free-Lock was made in Denver Colorado in the 50’s. Dalamatic Hub company may have bought Free-Lock. Thes sure look just like the Selectro hubs you see today. They are 10 spline, and works with all Willy’s & CJ jeeps from 1941 to 1971. Hubs are in good working order. Thanks for looking!”
https://denver.craigslist.org/pts/6145051028.html
David spotted this auction. There are three wagons and one partial truck.
http://www.auctionzip.com/cgi-bin/auctionview.cgi?lid=2919160
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $250.
Looks solid.
“An aluminum cab from a Jeep Willys CJ 2A. I’m sure it would fit other Jeeps. In good, usable condition. Rear hatch door has latches to keep it open as seen in pictures. Doors are miss matched but could be made to fit with a little work. Some plexi-glass windows need replacement. Solid cab, great for a hunting rig or a plow rig. This posting is for the cab only. Jeep not included.”
No pics provided.
“1965 jeep fc 150 for sale with CJ for parts $2000 OBO”
Just a couple updates for Friday.
John forwarded this website and videos from the Convoy of Liberty, 2017, from Pilsen, Czech Republic. Many jeeps were involved in the parade, along with other military vehicles, some not quite of WWII vintage (like at least one M-38A1).
This link is to the event’s website: http://slavnostisvobody.cz/en/
This video looks like it was an ad(?) for the event:
And this was one of several videos showing the parade:
Craig spotted this one.
“1954 Willys Jeep M170
Ambulance body
Was in Korean War, came from Arizona, no rust, solid frame, mostly original paint running great, no leaks, four-wheel-drive works, needs some basic attention steering links loose some brake work. Hard to find body style.
Great find for someone to finish off right.
$8,500.00
VERY MOTIVATED SELLER- MAKE AN OFFER!!”
https://boston.craigslist.org/nos/cto/6146651902.html
Needs some work.
“1954 Willys Jeep M 38A1 Brush Truck
runs
need brakes and a gas tank
12 volts”
https://frederick.craigslist.org/cto/6146395431.html
Listed as a 1946, it has later model parking lights and a 3A windshield, but a 2A body. I don’t recognize the hardtop.
“Jeep for parts or repair…..all complete but untested. Has complete drivetrain..”
https://hudsonvalley.craigslist.org/cto/6146956453.html
Quite the front bumper. Look like a sears hardtop.
” Please email questions. Thanks”
https://hudsonvalley.craigslist.org/cto/6146676636.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $350.
Not many of these Kelly half cabs around.
“Kelly all steel half cab, currently on a 46 CJ2A nice shape, will include windshield, $350 or B/O,”
UPDATE: Still Available. Comment below if interested.
(07/18/2013) This looks nice.
“frame was sand blasted and painted new lift kit 2.50 in new brakes/ lines / new steering parts / new gas tank/ lines and pump / new int. And gauges / 12v alt. Painless wiring / stock drivetrain 4 cyl. 3speed trans. / new body / jeep runs great.”
In case anyone’s curious, this is how Patterson’s vacuum reservoir is setup. Based on what I’ve read, a reservoir was important if running dual wipers. The vacuum begins at the manifold, then winds down under the body.
It winds up underneath to a reservoir tucked in between the frame and the spring for the parking brake.
This is a close up look at the TRICO valve on the reservoir.
This is a not so perfect illustration of how it mounts. Because of the support channels on the floor of the body, the reservoir had to be shimmed down about an inch. The solution was a set of three nuts between the body and the reservoir. Continue reading
Some photos show VECs, while others show later models.
“DESCRIPTION:….This is an original magazine ad (not a copy or reproduction)…..From 1947–this ad features the Universal Jeep. Scenes show various ways the Jeep can be used on the farm.
SIZE :…. Approx. 7.75 x 11″—it is in good condition except for minor age tones caused by grade of paper used just after the war. Our pictures are enlarged–please pay close attention to listed size.”
View all the information on eBay
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
Craig spotted this one. Looks like a good price.
“Partially restored auto in need of new home. Minor body rust, frame is great. Has not been on the road in a while so needs some attention before driving. When on the road ran great, local and highway. Stored in a garage last ten years.”
UPDATE: Was $18,500. **Status Unknown**
Nice looking restoration.
“Just completed frame off restoration. Farm truck from Walla Walla area dry country truck. ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5900.
(04/06/2017) Don’s selling this running, driving, early 3A.
“1949 Willys CJ3A. Survivor.Very early production three digit serial number in the 300 range. Axle build dates 11-48. Windshield date 12-48. Probably built late 1948 or early 1949. Nice frame and very solid body. A couple of rust areas in the tool box,under the fuel tank, and small spots on the front floors but should be able to fix without pulling the body but we use it as is. Very good 6.00-16 size NDT tires. Original Harrison heater works. Shows 24,000 miles but unsure if they are original. Have clear NC title. New or rebuilt parts include:
Rebuilt replacement engine with new pistons,rings,bearings,gaskets,oil lines,crank turned.
New clutch,pressure plate,throw out bearing.
New fuel tank,fuel pump,fuel lines,rebuilt carb.
New master cyl,wheel cyls,shoes,lines.
New water pump,hoses.
New rear hubs.
New wiring harness,voltage reg,rebuilt starter,rebuilt generator.
Other misc parts including a bed extender, two T-90 transmissions, two model 18 transfer cases, and a Beachwood canvas top with door frames. Canvas has some dry rot but could be used as a pattern or used as a barn find look.
Has some original patina paint.
Transmission scrapes in 2nd gear and will need new syncronizer blocking rings and seals.
A Very nice early original Willys CJ3A Jeep that could be used as an original survivor or restored.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $6500.
(03/082017) Only the one pic. Looks to have a 2A windshield.
“350 Chevy motor. Two 4 barrel car. Automatic. Runs great!”
https://limaohio.craigslist.org/cto/6137436875.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000.
(12/06/2016) It could use some more pics.
“1950 3a almost all original.still 6 volt,entire drive train has been gone threw and resealed.
runs and drives very good current tags and road legal”
It’s a parts jeep.
“I have for sale this m38 for parts only. The body is rough but does include MC engine(stuck), transmission, transfer case, front and rear drive shafts, front and rear axles, hood, tub, fenders, grill, windshield, radiator, dash gauges and plate, steering sector and other parts. There is no title.”
https://stlouis.craigslist.org/pts/6142555505.html
Needs work.
“49 willys jeep runs and drives but needs steering, exhaust, and brake work. Has a flathead 4 and manual transmission”
https://corvallis.craigslist.org/cto/6144153225.html
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $6500.
(05/12/2017) Been parked for a while, but still looks in good shape.
“Original M38 A1 Jeep. 3 speed, 4 cylinder hurricane 134 engine, all original. 24v electronics. Waterproof alternator etc. Cool original military accessories. Been parked for over 8 years. One of the very first m38a1 ever built. No rust but will need some help to run again.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.
(04/29/2017) Has some alterations.
“***TLC Needed**** Bought to restore – time, no money – money, no time”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.
Might make an interesting project. I can’t tell how bad the rust is.
“1951 Willy’s Jeepster Convertible needs restored”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(09/17/2016) Not sure how much value is here.
“vHAS BEEN SETTING FOR ALONG TIME ENGINE WAS BAD. CAB A LITTLE ROUGH DRIVE TRAIN WAS GOOD $2200”
https://sd.craigslist.org/grd/6145014568.html
I pulled the head on Patterson last night. I don’t see any cracks in the block nor do I see any obvious signs of coolant, though there might be a tiny bit of residue on the tops of pistons 1 and 2. My initial reaction is that coolant is entering the oil elsewhere. The engine does appear to have a recently replaced water pump. Anyway installing that incorrectly would result in mixing coolant and oil??
The first two photos show how the pistons and head gasket looked right after pulling it.
Then after pulling off the gasket and vacuuming up the dirt:
The head gasket:
The bottom of the head:
