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This book traces the evolution of the wwii willys mb and ford gpw jeeps, including driving. If you dont insert anything here, this gap will be hidden when site is published. Its a combination history and repair guide to help you understand what makes americas most. Brians military jeeps of wwii world war two willys mb. Find facts, information, and pictures on the history of the ww2 jeep, restoration, on prototype ma, gp, bantam 4x4 army jeeps, the amphibious gpa, on mbt trailers mfg. As seen on episode three of our television series family guns currently airing on the national geographic channel. The jeep dr, jeep repair,jeep body work, jeep restoration. The yellow jeep is a restoration wa body kit installed. My soninlaw will restore the jeeps he has acquired that now occupy his garage and. Every restoration requires personal attention as every one is different. East coast jeeps uk is a world class supplier of quality new and old stock spares and accessories for ww2 willys mb and ford gpw jeeps. Proceeds from purchases made through the museum store fund the continuing educational mission of the national wwii museum in new orleans. Jeep repair wapello, ia jeep service in wapello, ia. The jeep dr, jeep repair, jeep body work, jeep restoration, jeep accessories, jeep for sale, jeep 4x4, jeep cherokee, jeep compass, jeep grand cherokee, jeep srt8.
Classic jeep body parts made in usa classic enterprises. Please click one of the thumbnail images below to begin a slide show of the red m38. Your source for vintage flat fender jeeps and parts 479. G503 wwii 1943 willys mb jeep rewire or wiring up your jeep. Mike hardesty of littlestown pa spent years on his 1951 jeep willys to produce not just another jeep restoration, but a show stopper. As a result, the mechanics of todays jeeps are very similar to the original military jeeps from way back in the 1940s. This book has accurately captured and tells the history and evolution of the ford and willys jeeps, with the addition of current, realworld advice on how to acquire, restore and care for a 60year plus antique vehicle. Follow this advice when looking for a military jeep to restore and drive. Military jeeps for sale free classifieds army jeeps. Big difference thoughi was not in the middle of a war and i could get a hot shower and warm bed at night. Do you have a problem jeep, a lawn ornament, or a stalled project that youve run out of steam on. When you purchase parts for sale from our online store, rest assured that youre getting some of the highestquality parts in the restoration and collector hobby. The stars reflect the information value they contributed to the restoration of my. Opening up a package with this amazing out of print book.
Mechanical restoration, unit repair and overhaul, performance upgrades for jeep cj2a, cj3a, cj3b, cj5 and cj6 and mb, m38, and m38a1 ludel, moses on. The rarest factory jeep oneofakind cj2a with willys mb wwii frame. These are taking an average of 18 to 20 weeks to do. Youre very fortunate to have so many fmarked parts since theyre really hard to find on the loose. Below is a list of informational articles pertaining to the restoration of wwii g503 1945 ford gpw jeep. Mb gpw g503 wwii military jeep lubing joints checking fluids around the military vehicle ww2 restoration g503 wwii 1942 ford gpw napa auto online parts list 97modifications. The sites author has written several interesting books on these topics which are. Willys cj3b jeep body fabrication side panels on the hammer form part 2 duration. The wrangler was sold from 1986 through 1995 and had a wider track, angled grille, and square headlights. This will give you a good idea of the kind of quality and the craftsmanship we put into each one of our projects. In addition to this magazine, many fine books are available to help get.
Over copies sold to more than 26 different countries. Best classic jeep restoration photos from wilson auto repair. The civilian jeep commonly known as the cj series began in 1945 and was one of jeeps more popular models until chrysler took over in 1987 which eventually. Army truck, 14 ton, 4x4 was a fourwheel drive utility vehicle manufactured during world war ii. For my father, the jeep was simply a necessary form of transportation. Hi zephyr,looks like youre doing a quality job, im very impressed. So ive been reading nonfiction from people who have moved to or spent a lot of time in paris and france. It has been restored top to bottom, runs perfectly, and is 95% comprised of. Over the years as the wiring on a jeep deteriates it is replaced with wiring that is not correct. Included are some common articles that apply to all wwii jeeps including ford gpw. Of course, if you would like a full restoration, we. G503 wwii willys and ford 1945 jeep restoring information.
Restoring a jeep to its original specifications takes a lot of work and dedication, from us as well as youthe jeep owner. Download flyer for directions with more details on the show at below link. Customize a jeep, 4x4, suv, truck, or performance vehicle. We specialize in parts for the willys mb, ford gpw, m38, m38a1, cj2a, cj3a, cj3b and cj5 jeeps. It is pretty goodhowever it seems if you go to all the. Restoring a ww2 jeep can be more time consuming and more expensive than you may think. Below is a list of resources we have found helpful in our restoration project. Willys, ford and bantam, 19421945 scott, graham on. If youre a collector of vintage military vehicles, the importance of upkeep and maintenance cannot be overlooked.
Contact hanson mechanical for your jeep restoration needs. The jeep guy restorations specialize in willys mb, ford gpws jeeps, ww2 military trucks. Manufacturing company, which reproduces rare parts for wwii jeeps and wwii harley davidson motorcycles, manufacturers of high quality military vehicle replacement parts. Information regarding the history, production, features and the restoration of military jeeps 19411945 by ray cowdery, merrill madsen paperback june 1986 u.
The willys mbm, also known as a jeep, are fourwheel drive utility vehicles that were manufactured during world war ii from 1941 to 1945. The willys mb commonly known as a jeep, formally as the u. Each g503 wwii jeep restoration project cost will be varied. These are not generic panels, but accurate reproductions. Anybody of you know a good book devoted to willys jeep restoration. Page 3 of 27 restoration of my 1942 ford gpw jeep posted in military vehicles. Authentic military reenactors representing wwii, korea and vietnam presentations. The willys ma featured a gearshift on the steering column, low side body. The serial number is gpw264919 and was delivered to the u. Our jeep repair and restoration shop is located in wapello, ia. Good to have book but same info as better books, contents cant be trusted to be. Classic jeep restoration project gallery willys jeeps were first made in 1941 and the first civilian models were made in 1945 which makes it the oldest offroad vehicle and suv in history. You will see a progression from when i found this jeep to the final restoration.
Army on armistice day veterans day, november of 1940. Roberto have you bought ren berniers book on the wwii jeep. Jeep fabrikken a norwegian jeep site that focusses on having fun with restored jeeps. Hanson mechanical willys jeep service and restoration specialists, westminster md, 21157 hanson mechanical, westminster, md hanson mechanical classic jeep restorations in westminster maryland. There are many good books that a restorer should have, but my book, the wwii jeep guidebook is one that i am obviously partial to.
It is pretty goodhowever it seems if you go to all the sticky posts on the 503 and print them out, and pick and choose from stuff on the web here and the 3a and 3b pages, and whatever you can still pull off of willystech, you could print up your own personalized jeep manual. Purchase one of our front line ready vehicles in inventory. We will find you as many examples of the vehicle that you are interested in as possible, within your stated price range, and also handle the full logistics all the way to your door. As you buy parts for your ww2 jeep restoration project, trust army jeep parts for premier quality and service. Jeep restoration resources if you are starting out with your first restoration of willys or jeep vehicle, you may be curious where to turn. G503 wwii 1945 ford gpw jeep finding your engine number. Advertised as a dualpurpose piece of agricultural equipment, the small 4. Restoration of my 1942 ford gpw jeep page 4 military. Specially, to flatfenders models, both military and civilian. George baxter of army jeep parts chronicles his restoration of one of the rarest willys overland factory jeeps. We are posting this information so that you can see the detail into finding specific parts, as well as how the costs go up from year to year. We have been restoring wwii model mbgpw jeeps and wwii harley davidson model wla motorcycles for the past 30 years.
Enjoy the galleries below of some of our restoration and upgrade projects. We have vintage specialty tools, a variety of parts connections, and the. Jeep rehab specialized in restoring old jeeps allowing you to enjoy your jeep for years to come. At jimmy strauss jeeps, we offer specialized vehicle restoration services to wwii enthusiasts around the world. Gpw mb cj 2a3a3b mcm38 visual reference a great reference site for learning about wwii jeep engine casting codes, serial numbers, etc. Welcome to cj jeep builders a few years ago i wanted to purchase a jeep i looked and nothing had the old school classic look of a cj.
Books about paris not guidebooks paris forum tripadvisor. After wwii, the car morphed into a civilian jeep, or cj, and inspired both an entire category of recreational 4wheel drive vehicles and several generations of military light utility vehicles. Finding your own wwii military jeep military trader. I have the highest respect for all veterans,both past and present. Hanson mechanical classic jeep restorations in westminster. Our knowledgeable and friendly staff, technicians and mechanics are here to help you with all of your jeep s service and repair needs.
Don foran, 91, a retired civil engineer and world war ii veteran from amarillo, texas, on his 1942 willys jeep, as told to a. Give us a call and see what we can do for you original restoration or full performance makeovers, well give your jeep the respect it deserves. You can order a copy directly from the author using paypal, visa, mastercard, amex. The second world war jeep was one of the most famous and influential military vehicles of all time, and over 600000 were produced. There was a thread on here about this, but it was from 2010, so im hoping for some newer titles. Is it better to buy a restored jeep or restore it myself. It is with great pleasure that i heartily recommend the art an artistry of restoration by bruce uher and his team at specialty jeeps coshocton,ohio. New love by flemming koch and kim frost fuglsang log master around the world there are thousands of happy jeep owners to whom the jeep has become an important part of their life. Toggle navigation cj jeep builders we specialize in cj jeep. Wwii jeep guidebook, by ren bernier, 2005, 118 pages, the must have.
Barn find jeep perfect for restoration war history online. Jeeps for sale we specialize in cj jeep restoration. We specialize in military and civilian jeep restorations and parts. G503 wwii willys and ford jeep restoration cost example. Home g503 wwii jeep restore cost example g503 wwii jeep restoration cost example. The complete ww2 military jeep manual brookland military. G503 wwii willys and ford 1942 jeep restoring information. Bernstein bros purchased several islands in the pacific after wwii and brought items back as salvage. The jeep guy restorations rear 2042 cedar ave, scranton, pennsylvania 18505 rated 4. Restoration of my 1942 ford gpw jeep page 3 military.
We manufacture floor panels, side panels, floor and body supports and more. Rens new book, wwii jeep guidebook, is just right for you. We also enjoy restoring jeep cjs, upgrading classic cars and hotrods, and other custom projects. Enjoy our swap meet with over 50 military clothing equipment and mv parts vendors and dealers. Below is a video of a 1989 jeep grand wagoneer restoration with custom interior, new rebuilt amc 360 v8 engine, and fuel injection. The complete ww2 military jeep manual brookland military vehicles ltd, brooklands books on. Trim levels included the laredo, islander, sport, sahara, renegade and rio grande. The jeep bible by granville king, willie worthy listed under jeep books. To that end, the drive train and mechanics of the trusty jeep evolved very slowly. I had one right out of high school and have so many great memories of the fun we used to have in it. Willysoverland delivered the prototype quad named for the 4x4 system it featured, to the u.
Please click one of the thumbnail images below to begin a slide show of the red. Not all restorations require frame off and by not pulling the body you save a lot of time and money. Wwii jeep guidebook, by ren bernier, 2005, 118 pages, the must have concise guide for entering the wwii jeep restoration hobby. We went to rescue it for misc small parts for other restorations. I read and reread this book while restoring my jeep and thankfully i found other. Join this group to see the discussion, post and comment. This is an original ww2 ford gpw general purpose willy s jeep. Willysoverland motor would later change their jeeps to a 7 slot grill, which is what the jeep brand has stuck with since. Serving the local tidewater area with a convenient location just off i264, the owner of open air jeeps has been part of the jeep family for nearly 30 years, driving, repairing, and restoring them from cjs to jks and everything in between. Onsite food venders, free parking and lots of activities for the kids. Page 4 of 27 restoration of my 1942 ford gpw jeep posted in military vehicles. Were one of the uks largest stockist of willys and ford jeep parts but if you cant see what you need, let us know and we will do our best to find it for you. Ford designed the now famous stamped grill during world war ii.
Every jeep owner has hishers own story from the day they saw the love of their life the. Brians military jeeps of wwii world war two willys mb ford. This is the same grill design that you see on jeep wranglers today. I was introduced to the jeep soon after i was born. East coast jeeps uk uncle louis with his jeep in 1944. For starters, the original 4cylinder engine with energy passing through a transmission followed by. This jeep was purchased as army surplus by returning d day veteran william bill powell. Find a qualified mechanic for your jeep and get your vehicle back on the road. Quad cities, burlington, muscatine, ottumua, des moines, chicago, st louis, omaha and surrounding areas.
The book includes tm 9803 operation and maintenance, tm 91803a engine and engine accessories, and tm 91803b power train, body, and. By the late 60s i teamed up with my friend bob and, together, we went into the jeep restoration business. Our advice is to buy one that is mechanically good, with a willys or ford engine the correct gearbox and axles, as these can be expensive to replace and repair. At jeep rehab our passion is bringing life back to old jeep. In this article, we will describe the steps on how to rewire your wwii 4243 jeep. Mechanical restoration, unit repair and overhaul, performance upgrades for jeep cj2a. These two books are an excellent restoration guide and reference for a restorer to start out with. Peter debella jeep parts, specializing in parts for the mb. Miscellaneous jeep publications original reproductions. Internationally acclaimed photographer akiss paraskevopoulos is the happy owner of a historic ww2 vehicle, a legendary 1944 willys mb jeep, equipped with a 2. It was my senior year in high school 1998 and i had big dreams of driving a cj7.
This is a beautiful 1969 m38 a1 military jeep that i recently restored. Check yj v6 conversion swap if you want to see my frame up restoration that anyone can do. Open air jeeps offers parts, repair, customization, performance enhancement, and restoration services for the jeep line of vehicles. Or utilize our full service department, financing, shipping, or have our team locate your perfect vehicle. Army jeep parts is the oldest supplier of gillespie coatings paint in the military vehicle restoration arena. Contains information related to the restoration of wwii jeeps. A history of the world war ii jeep with hundreds of black and white and color photos. If i wont use a part on my jeep, i wont sell it to you. Jeep and willys replacement body parts and panels, made in the usa from original gauge steel or heavier.
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