Category Archives: 1948 Willys Jeep

Trials and tribulations of getting my 48 Willys restored to good working order.

Picked up another ’48 Willys Jeep project…..

Posted on July 11, 2018 by admin

After finishing the tub and functional restoration of my ’48 Willys, I have wanted to restore the frame and suspension as well. Everything seeps or leaks, shocks are shot, brakes are questionable, bearings and all seals need replaced. I have … Continue reading →

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New tailgate on my 48 willys CJ2A

Posted on June 19, 2015 by admin
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One more step to gteting on the road! Got a deal on a new repro tailgate and got it all mounted. Chains are next I guess. Then a taillight and reflector, then wire the gauges. Yay!

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17 months: My ’48 willys CJ2A Jeep functional restoration

Posted on November 6, 2014 by admin

Today is a huge milestone for this project. I started last summer thinking I could get this rig roadworthy in 3-4 months. I was very wrong. I had already repaired some of the major things on the jeep such as … Continue reading →

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1948 CJ2A Willys Jeep tub and floor restoration

Posted on November 5, 2014 by admin
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One bad thing about the willys when I got it were the holes in the floorpan and the frame pieces under the floor and tub were crushed, missing or rusted out. I bought a ’48 tub from a local guy … Continue reading →

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