Jeepster jim can rebuild your engine, transmission, chassis, interior and all aspects of body work and paint. This is a beautiful 1969 m38 a1 military jeep that i recently restored. A full service, jeepster only, complete restoration facility. You will see a progression from when i found this jeep to the final restoration.
Willys m jeeps forumsviewtopicm38a1 restoration project. The second book, the 603page jeep cj rebuilders manual 19721986 covers the cj5, 6, 7,and 8 scrambler. Welcome to peter debella jeep parts we are your source for nos and high quality reproduction parts, both military and civilian, for your willys, ford, kaiser and amc jeep projects. Jeep operation data book old jeep, jeep cj, jeep truck, jeep willys. Sometimes it is the unseen psychological wounds that are the most devastating. We manufacture floor panels, side panels, floor and body supports and more.
In 1952, willys introduced a wildly different looking jeep than anything else they had sold to the military or their civilian customers, the m38a1 or md, as it was known internally. This m38a1 may not be the type of vehicle you have fond dreams of, but they were built to protect the american populous. Mechanics service manual fits 5266 m38a1 kaiser willys. We have willys literature covering every model of willys including willys 77 4 6 8 knight americar stearnsknight. Mechanical restoration, unit repair and overhaul, performance upgrades for jeep cj2a, cj3a, cj3b, cj5 and cj6 and mb, m38, and m38a1 by moses ludel may 7, 2004. I was restoring the jeep that you see disassembled inside and could never get back to it.
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Get the best deals on vintage parts for 1953 jeep willys when you shop the largest online selection at. Driven very infrequently, garage stored,andalways passionately cared for. Kenneth drolls frame off willys m38a1 restoration kaiser willys. Dad and got it running and street legal for ohio standards. This book gives you the rundown on virtually every type of military vehicle produced. This manual describes the detail of how to isolate problems, remove and replace various components of the m38a1. Used jeeps and jeep parts for sale 1951 jeep willys m38 military. This brilliantly restored 1955 willys jeep came straight from an auto museum. Willys jeep parts willys restoration parts mjw jeep. Korean jeep has a set of excellent color photos of us army m38a1 jeeps in korea. Jeep willys m38a1 rare findfull restoration first registered in 1953. Weve developed an industry reputation founded on delivering only the highestquality army jeep parts online and performing master restoration, and are proud to be one of the few fullservice shops in the united states. Many people have asked how much is the jeep worth or i found a jeep, how much.
Classic jeep body parts made in usa classic enterprises. Jeep willys mb military data plate vehicle truck 4 x 4 truck deminsions new g503. Quality jeep replacement parts mjw jeep willys parts. Jan 23, 2007 the second book, the 603page jeep cj rebuilders manual 19721986 covers the cj5, 6, 7,and 8 scrambler. Kaiser willys parts catalog with over 200 fullcolor pages of detailed parts images and descriptions. Jeepster jim specializes in 1948 1951 willys overland frameoff restoration to include all aspects of a complete restoration. Original family owned from its original state but has been modified. Never has been registered as a civilian vehicle, this jeep is in great shape with no rust or body damage, runs great. I purchased two copies and i keep one in the garage with the jeep and use it when work is performed.
The m38a1 was the first vehicle to feature the round. M38a1 jeep united states a nonprofit initiative to provide education, support and post traumatic stress resources to military soldiers and their families. She served in danish army, before she came to germany. A willys m38a1 on the road to restoration and new use. Mechanical restoration, unit repair and overhaul, performance upgrades for jeep cj2a, cj3a, cj3b, cj5 and cj6 and mb, m38, and m38a1 by moses ludel. Midwest jeep willys offers jeep parts, jeep accessories and jeep soft tops. Mar 20, 2000 at that same time, the concept of creating a website to share this information was born, and m38a1. Kenneth drolls 1953 willys m38a1 complete restoration. A series of before pictures to document the jeep prior to the restoration. The decommissioned m40 106mm recoilless rifle is a headturning addition to this willys this brilliantly restored 1955 willys jeep is one not to pass up. My wife originally had a 1953 m38a1 jeep and we decided to restore it. This video slideshow samples the hundreds of hours our motor pool spent restoring this classic 1953 m38a1 seabees navy jeep.
Army truck, 14 ton, 4x4 was a fourwheel drive utility vehicle manufactured during world war ii. M38a1 parts army jeep parts for sale online army jeep. Jeep and willys replacement body parts and panels, made in the usa from original gauge steel or heavier. Nov 06, 2019 production of the m38a1 began by willysoverland motors in 1952. Great knowledge and selection of jeep willys parts for cj2a, cj3a, cj3b, cj5, truck, wagon, mb, gpw, m38 and m38a1. We specialize in parts for the willys mb, ford gpw, m38, m38a1, cj2a, cj3a, cj3b. Jeep utility models sedan delivery, station wagons and pickup trucks. Over 101,000 vehicles were produced during its production run. The m38a1 md was the second postwar evolution of the world war ii willys mb jeep after the m38 or mc. Since i was too young to drive yet my brother drove the jeep for a year and then joined the army.
Our main focus is on m series m38, m38a1, m606, m274, m170, et. I made a version with music, but youtube will not display it so open up another tab and jam to your own tunes. The m38a1 and cj5 have to be the easiest jeeps to identify in the m and cj series. This willys has a amazing story of being blown up on the rear m38a1 beka february 10, 2020. Home for all thing related to willy military jeeps.
Many scholars believe the m38a1 to be the last real military jeep. F engine prototypes, and the first willys jeep to feature the new rounded fenders and hood body design that would become the distinguishing body style of the 1955 cj5, and which was carried through for decades on the cj6, cj7 and cj8 jeeps. Look to the links on the left andor top for pictures, information. Jeep willys the willys mb commonly known as a jeep, formally as the u. Made by willys overland and willys motorskaiser jeep from 19521971, the m38a1 was widely used by the us military from 19521957 and was afterward bought by the marine corps and exported to foreign governments until the end of production.
Production of the m38a1 began by willys overland motors in 1952. I have just restored one and according to the book there is a way to determine a 1952 from other years being, the. That took us a few years, cause we werent able to work every day on the jeep. Free shipping on willys jeep parts and the lowest prices. We specialize in parts for the willys mb, ford gpw, m38, m38a1, cj2a, cj3a, cj3b and cj5 jeeps. The willys m38a1, or md, was a fourwheel drive utility vehicle made by willys from 1952 to 1971.
Please visit our jeep parts catalogs to view our entire selection of jeep parts. Complete binder illustrating all rebuilds from frame to motor to transfer case. When youre restoring or repairing your jeep, check out our large selection of high quality jeep replacement parts. This will give you a pretty good idea of what to expect for costs in major component areas. The willys m38a1, or md, was a fourwheel drive utility vehicle made by willys from 1952. Mechanical restoration, unit repair and overhaul, performance upgrades for jeep cj2a, cj3a, cj3b, cj5 and cj6 and mb, m38, and m38a1 ludel, moses on.
Kaiser willys, toledo, ohio vehicle identification usmc 94 69385 military. This site has been created for the benefit of all m38a1 owners worldwide to promote the exchange of information for the m38a1 series vehicle. Willys jeeps general discussion if this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. First generation model year deliveries were from initial. Restored m38a1 military jeep 4x4 4ci 4cyl 3speed manual. Marylands gregs restorations, this willys m38a1 dresses traditional olive. Completely restored from ground up, very bolt replaced. May 02, 2020 1954 m38a1 military jeep, 53,000 miles, all original except converted to 12v. Endured a 19year tour of duty that spanned the globe. We offer many more parts than what is pictured here. I purchased this willys in april, 2019 as seen in the picture but i have already put a lot of work into it. Willys m38 1952 complete restoration willys jeep for sale.
A site dedicated to the history, restoration and maintenance of the willys overland m38a1 14 ton jeep. This will give you a good idea of the kind of quality and the craftsmanship we put into each one of our projects. See more ideas about jeep, military jeep and monster trucks. Yet others may be looking for residue simply for a few missing parts. Photos and information sent by kenneth droll, for many more photos of his restoration go to his photo album on the kaiser willys blog. The willys mb commonly known as a jeep, formally as the u. Aero willys jt wing scout lark ace falcon eagle 2600 willys overlanddauphine gordini itamaraty interlagos itamaraty executivo crossley ma mb cj2a jeepwagon cj3a jeep truck jeepster m38 cj3b m38a1 jeepcj5 rural jeep and more. The m38a1 was a 4wheel drive light utility vehicle. Its pretty much based on an average mechanical ability, standard tools and a desire to work on an m38a1. Peter debella jeep parts, specializing in parts for the mb. Willys jeep restoration short time lapse no music youtube. I have changed the steering wheel to the proper one and made.
Jeep, m38 m38a1 clutch cable fording seal, g740, g758. Willys jeep restoration blog and howtos we specialize. They have stood the tests of time, which includes war. Click here to select your model in addition to willys manuals, we have manuals and books for all cars for all years. We specialize in the restoration and preservation of all older willys jeeps, kaiser jeeps, cj jeeps and amc jeeps manufactured from 19411971. We have a great selection of jeep replacement parts, including suspension parts, brake parts, steering parts, and much more to keep your jeep running for years to come. Never has been registered as a civilian vehicle, this jeep is in great shape with no. For now, im mainly working on making it roadworthy, lights, fluids, etc. Kenneth drolls frame off willys m38a1 restoration kaiser. Please click one of the thumbnail images below to begin a slide show of the red. What you see is an accumulation of 4 jeeps to get the best parts.
Willys jeep m38a1 19521957 first generation vehicles. May 04, 2016 the short version time lapse of restoring my willys jeep cj3a converted to an mb. Marine corps and exported to foreign governments until the end of production in 1971. Sporting a mp helmet and even a ticket book from the 50s.
We bought her in 2008 and started a full restoration in 2009. Garys m170 tells the story of the acquisition and beautiful restoration of this ambulance jeep. If you are a collector or militaria fan, this willys is for you. The flat fenders of the m38 were to be seen in noncombat roles from now on, as the faster, more powerful a1 model became the weapon of choice. These are the new high quality reproduction rear seat frames for the m38 and m38a1 jeep. I hope this site proves to be informative for those interested in restoring or maintaining the willys overland md series vehicle, also known as the m38a1.
The changes that make the m38a1 unique are the styling cues of the old m38cj3a, combined with the new engine, the new body tub, and hood. Willys jeep restoration blog and howtos we specialize in. Willys america offers a wide selection of parts for willys wagons, pickups, and jeepsters as well full restoration services. First generation model year deliveries were from initial production in1952 through octobernovember 1953. Designed by ford in the 1950s to replace m38 and m38a1 jeeps. A lot was done when restored, new tires 5 new complete wiring harness. Jeep parts, jeep soft tops, jeep accessories, jeep cj parts, jeep cherokee parts. All paper work included this willys served in vietnam dog tags included.
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