Friends Jeeps Page #3
| Jeepchasm visitors have asked for more photos of their vintage Jeeps in the "friends" section. We paid for a little more web-space, so send us your stories and photos! |
| "The Duke" |
| Bob Boxley's Beauty |
| We at the Jeepchasm are admittedly fond of yellow Jeeps. We took this photo on June 9th after installing the Beachwood Canvas soft top on Bob's CJ3A. Yes, this is the Hummer Yellow 3A that was featured on the CJ3A Page as Jonathan George worked his magic. We have been fortunate to participate in the tear down phase of the resto... and now we get to come back and add the "icing on the cake!" Thanks Bob for sharing the fun with us! |
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| "Rocketeer's" 1950 CJ3A (Yes, it really is a 3A!) |
| David Carrasco sent us this photo of his Willys, known in the Phoenix, Arizona area as "The Duke." David is a member of the American Legion Post #41 Honor Guard. David and "The Duke" are often seen at local ceremonies and functions. The Jeepchasm salutes the men and women that have served in our armed forces and those who are currently serving! If you know of a service member with a Willys Jeep, tell them to send us their photo! |
| Some of you may know Larry as "Rocketeer" from the CJ3A Page. He confirms that this "is really a CJ3A" that he has spent the last 3 years patching together. Larry states that there are at least 37 patches or patch panels on this Jeep. He used mostly panels from MB's (obviously) to make this beauty whole again. The 3A is nicknamed "Frances" after Frances Langford who was popular in the WW-2 era. |
| The "Willys" name has become associated with Jeeps over the years, so much so, that many folks don't realize that they made other vehicles! We attended the 33rd Annual AACA Gettysburg Region Show recently at the Latimore Valley Fairground and Eastern Museum of Motor Racing where we photographed 2 fine examples of 2 wheel drive passenger cars from the Willys family tree. We hope the owners will send us an e-mail and give us a few more details! |
1950 Willys Overland "Jeepster" |
| These photos are of a phaeton style convertible known as a Jeepster. They were produced from 1948-50, although some were still being sold in 1951. Willys realized that there was a gap in their line-up of vehicles. After the success of the CJ and the other 4WD utility vehicles, they tried to capture a different market with the "VJ" as it was known at Willys. The VJ had rear wheel drive and was powered by the "go devil" 62 hp flat head four and a 3 speed transmission. (The Jeepster name was revived in 1966 with the advent of the Jeepster Commando.) |
| Philip Gibbs Does it Again! One of our favorite "Jeep Mates" has converted this CJ2A into an excellent M-38 style Military Police Jeep. If the name sounds familiar, it's because Philip has had his military Jeep restorations featured in the "friends Jeeps" section, several times! For all of you Willys Jeep folks in South Africa, STAY TUNED! Philip is organizing a Willys Jeep Gathering of his own. We will post the details here as soon as we get them, so be sure to check back! |
| Nov. 22, 2008 Bob Boxley installs a Husky tow bar and brackets on his CJ3A. Yes, that is Bob... actually drilling a hole in his beloved Ol' Boy! |
| Steve Knight's M-38 This beautifully restored 1952 M-38 was photographed by our friend Bob Boxley down in Wilmington, NC. We don't know the story yet, but hope to get you the details on our next trip south! |
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| 1952 Willys Overland M-38 |
| "Turbo's Jeep" |
| Here are a couple of pics of Greg Turberville's project Jeep. Greg says it is '47 CJ2A underneath a CJ3A body. Looks like an M-38 windshield there too! Greg is going to complete his project similar to Earhart's CJ that was previously featured here. |
| Jenn's CJ2A Here are some cell phone grabs of a CJ2A "barn find!" We found this Jeep on a recent discovery mission and were able to connect our friend Jenn Watson with the seller. This 2A is substantially complete and already had an engine rebuild. It has some rust in the usual places, but is a great resto candidate! |
| Original steering wheel and seat frames. |
| Original tailgate with serial number on the edge! |
| Original lights and original front bumper. Looks like Normandy Blue under that red! |
| This 2A came with an aluminum half top and doors! |