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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.”
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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:
UPDATE: The original photos I posted were from the 2016 event. The new batch of photos are from the 2017 event.
I’m told last week’s Midwest Willys Reunion was a big hit, despite a couple rain storms and some hot weather. Here is a video from the event:
Scott shared this video on Alaska Or Rust’s Facebook page:
Bob Christy contributed these photos from last week’s event:
UPDATE: Dan DeVries has moved the FC Jamboree to September 15-16. Contact Dan to learn more. Some hotel info is shown at the bottom.
Here are some nearby hotels and motels.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Northwood
4712 Wheelerwood Road
Northwood, Iowa 50459
United States
1 641 323-7500
michelle.neeley@kaedingmanagement.com
Country Inn and Suites/Diamond Jo casino
711 Diamond Jo Ln, Northwood, IA 50459
Phone: (641) 323-7000
Lake Mills Motel
400-488 N Lake St, Lake Mills, IA 50450
Phone: (641) 592-3711
Some good CJ-3B-at-work photos in this ad.
“1954 Print Ad Jeep Farm Vehicle Harold Bordner of Weston,Ohio”
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This ad from Alproduco proves how strong their gates can be. It depicts a jeep hanging from the end of the gate.
“1953 Alprodco Farm Gates Jeep vintage print ad”
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $45,000.
Looks like a fun ride.
“50 Willys Jeepster 4X4 street rod convertible 2500 miles 383 with 6 pack. All mopar performance up grades – torque flyte – 441 posi-track. Trophy winner”
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $8500.
“1959 Jeep FC-150 run’s & drive’s 4cyl 3-speed $8500”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.
This has a 2A body and CJ-3A elements, but I don’t see anything that suggests M-38.
“Jeep 1950 Willys M38 with F-Head “Hurricane” 134 cubic inch engine. Full Roll Cage With Rack, Fuel Cell. Good Tires and Service Manual. Runs Great!”
