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Rusty, but runs.
“1948 willys cj2a. Runs and drives . I have it on the road. It has rust and some rot. Drive it like it is or restore it. 12 volt system.’
https://knoxville.craigslist.org/cto/6131067449.html
Has some updates.
“-1969 Buick V6 225 rebuilt less than 10,000 miles ago
-1973 CJ5 transmission
-T18 transfer case
-Posi-traction rear end
-10 watt CB
-Upgraded stereo and speakers
-Alarm system
-Buck shot tires
-Front disc brakes, 11 inch rear drum brakes
-Custom, upgraded driveline
-Frame boxed at stress points
-Warn 8k Lb Winch
-Bikini top
-Rear tow cargo carrier
-Fog lights
-Power steering
-Always stored in the garage
-Willys M38
-Tow bar”
https://portland.craigslist.org/clc/cto/6127395851.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $950.
“This 1948 T3-C (S/N#18707) is as an excellent restoration candidate. There’s very little bad about the trailer. I’d say the biggest deal are some non-stock holes drilled into the body. Easily filled back in with MIG/TIG and grinder. The floor is very solid but intervention is suggested to stop the surface rust which is just beginning to pit the steel. There is no rust though anywhere on this trailer. Correct rims, original tires hold air. Springs in perfect shape. Top rails are straight as an arrow. Fenders are in fantastic shape. Stake pockets are not bent. Nice tail gate. No bondo anywhere. The data plate is there but not easy to read.
I have all of the internals for the fulton coupler which come with it, however I do not have the correct 8 sided knob (I have a 4 sided knob which will get the job done). The trailer and tailgate chains are not original but easily procured. The rear lights (operable) and reflectors are not original (yet functional) and will take some time and searching for the correct parts….but that’s half the fun!
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It’s rough.
“For Sale: Antique Vintage 1946 Willys Jeep CJ2A for Parts – Tires Hood Engine Tranny
This 1946 Willys Jeep CJ2A has a lot of good parts. The body is not in good condition, but it has good tires and rims, hood, transmission, engine (but has not been run for many years)..”
https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ank/for/6131060038.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $1760.
It’s missing some items that would help identify it as a 1945 (tool indents, column shift, and correct windshield to name a few).
https://killeen.craigslist.org/cto/6107636272.html
“For Sale: 1945 CJ2A VEC; (“very early civilian” low sequence numbered chassis). Clear Texas Blue Title. Title matches the VIN tab on the firewall, which is also OEM, very clean, and legible.
No L134 flathead motor installed, L-head motor goes with the jeep, it is a complete motor, but it will need rebuild. Intake, exhaust, carb and alternator are still in the engine bay; all the components in the jeep go with the jeep.
T-90 Transmission has pristine internals, looks rebuilt, all four gears are pristine. T-3 transfer case and all linkage and brakes are complete and look very clean on the inside. Chassis is rolling on OEM 16 inch rims. Continue reading
Yesterday I assembled Rusty’s column shifter. In my head, I took all kinds of photos. One in particular I took (again in my mind) showed the layout of all the parts prior to assembly. Alas, somehow that photo never made it onto my phone!
The DJ-3A shifter is slightly different from a VEC CJ-2A shifter. I can’t say how much it differs from a Jeepster or wagon column shifter. But, i can say that following these VEC CJ-2A instructions were very helpful.
After laying out the parts (and not taking a photo) I began the assembly process by learning how to install the horn wiring. After looking up how to do it on a 3B (thanks CJ-3B Page!), it turned out to be quite easy.
Step 1) Thread some of my grandfather’s wire through steering shaft.
Step 2) Attach the wire to the horn wire end. In this case, I ran it through wire connector and then bent it so that the wire would not pull back out of the connector. 
Step 3) Pull the wiring carefully through the end of the shaft. 
With the wire installed, next on the list was assembling the shifter. The first step involved installing a washer, a spring, and a second washer onto the column shift tube Next, the interior shift lever must be screwed onto the shift housing. Then, slide the shift housing onto the column shift tube, pushing it far enough up so that a special metal pin can be inserted. Once that is done, you have to weld the end of the tube to the pin to secure it.
Another item I tackled yesterday was Patterson’s windshield, specifically the twisters and a rear view mirror.
It wasn’t until yesterday that I realized Patterson didn’t have a rear view mirror. Fortunately, I had the mount from Rusty and a nearly correct mirror thanks to Chris McKay. This is before I added the mirror:
And after the mirror. 
Next I addressed a couple of broken twisters. These are one of the unique features of a DJ-3A Convertible. The windshield is nearly like a CJ-3B, accept for the way the convertible top is supposed to attach to the windshield. Instead of a sliding mechanism, it uses those twisters. Two of Patterson’s twisters were broken. I had a few that I removed from Rusty (most of Rusty’s were broken), so I installed two of those onto Patterson. 
The windshield is now complete and ready for a convertible top.
Neat photo that includes names and places of origin.
“1942 Press Photo Lieut. Wesley T. Ballard & Lieut. John Kamer pile into Jeep. This is an original press photo. Piling into and upon an Army Jeep, crack American pilots head for a flight dispersal point in England. On hood (left to right): Lieut. Wesley T. Ballard, of Victoria, Texas; Lieut. John L. Kamer of Marion, Ohio; Lieut. Edwin Dalrymple of San Antonio, Texas, and Lieut. Monroe Smith of Jackson, MIss. The driver is Capt. Frank Hill of Hillsdale, N.J., Lieut. Gillas Johnson, of Willow, Okla., has his feet draped over Rear Jeep wheel. (In Rear left): Lieut. Charles Van Reed of Reading, Penn. and Lieut. D. Smith of Waterloo, Ind. Photo measures 9 x 7.25inches. Photo is dated 10-02-1942.”
View all the information on eBay
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6800.
(02/02/2017) This looks good. Has a Meyer hardtop.
“Body is in good shape.Runs strong”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.
Could be a good price.
“1948 Jeep CJ2A. Flathead 4 rebuilt by Horn Auto in 08. Garage kept.”
Looks in good shape. Has mods.
“1950 Willys Jeepster: Willys body& frame, Chevy front end, Vega rear end, 307 V8, 350 turbo auto tran, all 1970 era parts. I have some info on history. Will look at trades (jeep wranglers )”
https://missoula.craigslist.org/cto/6138787269.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $3500.
(04/26/2017) Looks solid. Needs some brake work.
“I have a 1947 CJ2A for sale. Got it in pieces. Its assembled now. Runs and drives. 4 wheel. High amd low range would excellently. Has a crank winch on the front. Selling so i can start another project.
It runs a bit warm. Havent determined the cause and it needs the master cylinder worked on or replaced. Only has engine wiring. Head and tail lights are not wired up but easy”
http://www.ksl.com/auto/listing/3681864?ad_cid=20
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $4000.
Needs new clutch installed. Could be worth a look.
“1949 Willys Overland Wagon. It was my daily driver for a year then the clutch went out. Motor runs but needs the new clutch installed and I have it on the shelf. All shocks and springs are replaced, new fuel tank, new brakes. Asking $4000 but I am open to offers. Cash deals no trades.”
This one has a different look to it. I don’t think the body is a ’56.
“I have a 1956 willys Jeep with a modded ls1 engine. Engine and transmission are really good and has cold A/C I’m asking 8000 or best offer, open up for trades too.”
https://houston.craigslist.org/cto/6137398058.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** for $5200 on eBay.
Needs some work, but looks pretty solid.
“This is a 1965 Jeep FC 170. It is complete and in need of a total restoration. It has original mileage of 26,000. It has always been a farm/ranch vehicle and used to haul grapes to the packing house. As you can see it has the original seats and all gauges. I started working on it and found that i’m not going to have the time to get it up and going. So i’m offering it for sale. It has some rust in the back bed and the drivers floor but most everything else looks good. I tock quite a few pictures, but if you would like another view please let me know. I rebuilt the carburetor and found it very clean.
I was told it has been sitting for approximately 25/30 years. They broke the shifting lever on the outside of the transmission case and just parked it. A spare case and part will come with vehicle. They had two so this one just sat until know. It rolled onto the trailer fine, but the brakes will need to be gone through. Again, this is a complete original farm vehicle with the original mileage. It will need a good home. Comes with original shop manual. I have only a bill os sale and past registration form, but getting a title and keeping the black plates should not be an issue. There wasn’t a place to put bill of sale in title location so I put clear as there are no liens or any type.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
Has a V8.Needs a little work.
“1948 jeep willys 2a. Good condition, fresh paint, brand new toyo open country tires. 350 motor, runs great. Comes with a full soft top with doors. Needs a radiator and brake work. 3500 obo call or text anytime.”
Assembly and repairs required.
“Body only complete tub fenders grill hood windshield seat frames gas tank blackout lights regular lights radiator etc many other parts as well. No title as vin would have been on engine does need floor pans $1500”
https://madison.craigslist.org/pts/6133265107.html
UPDATE: Back up for sale.
“1957 Jeep FC 170, frame and bed were shortened years ago, I’ve got it running, driving and stopping however it’s not really road worthy yet, tires are dry rotted and the carb could really use a rebuild, clean title”
https://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/6128217847.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $100.
Seems there’s some value here.
“m38 military topper needs work top has big dent and tear doors and window frame ok”
Craig spotted this one. Just the bed is for sale.
“9′ rack body/flatbed for sale built for a fc-170 jeep but could be used on any truck.”
https://nh.craigslist.org/pts/6131040634.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
(04/23/2017) Unclear if it runs.
“Has title. 302 motor. Twin stick transfer case. Hasn’t been started in a few months. Everything is there. Have clean title..”
This brochure arrived a couple days ago. It has a great collection of photos.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
This could be a very good price.
“51 jeep runs good, rust free, hard to find in this shape”
Looks solid.
“She is the first of the CJ2A Jeeps. She still has the original engine and drive train. She still starts up and runs well. The only major modification is from a 6 volt system to a 12 volt system. Also the original oil bath air cleaning system has been replaced with a filter.
The body does have some rust that has been replaced with bonds.”
https://tulsa.craigslist.org/cto/6130510977.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7500.
(02/20/2017) “1947. Over 200 pics from restoration. Not in a hurry to sell. Please don’t ask if I need help selling it. Great shape.”
