Pleasant_valley
11-06-2017, 06:17 PM
Hey there folks! Joined the forums here as a resource for my newest project, a 1945 Willy’s MB. I’ve done a couple 2 wheeled projects from the frame up, one came back from so close to dead the grave was dug and the chairs set out for it. This Willy’s will be my first major 4 wheeled project, and I can’t wait to dig in. To be honest I didn’t seek out this vehicle, it came to me on its own, so I’m not the most knowledgeable about old Willy’s, but dang it I plan to learn.
So far I have trailered it home, nestled it in to its temporary home in a carport while I finish building my garage, freed up the shifter, transfer case, and four wheel arms, spun the fan to make sure it turns free, and cleaned out a good bit of rust and trash from the body. The frame seems pretty good on first inspection, engine and drive train are all there and seem to be close to functional. The body is not so good, but hey just about anything can be fixed given the time.
Anyway, I look forward to learning more about these super cool machines, and gathering whatever knowledge you guys are willing to give me. Thanks for letting me join!
So far I have trailered it home, nestled it in to its temporary home in a carport while I finish building my garage, freed up the shifter, transfer case, and four wheel arms, spun the fan to make sure it turns free, and cleaned out a good bit of rust and trash from the body. The frame seems pretty good on first inspection, engine and drive train are all there and seem to be close to functional. The body is not so good, but hey just about anything can be fixed given the time.
Anyway, I look forward to learning more about these super cool machines, and gathering whatever knowledge you guys are willing to give me. Thanks for letting me join!