Build from new parts

[mikehelt]

Has anyone built a Willys GB from new parts? If so, what is the cost and what are the challenges? Thanks! Mike

[gmwillys]

Welcome!

I assume that you are wanting to build a Willys Jeep entirely from new parts? It is very doable, with the amount of aftermarket suppliers out there. For a round-a-bout total, here are some sources;

https://www.dlbensinger.com/product_info.php?cPath=55&products_id=92&osCsid=1b2b8eaa5aa1e4e4dc340abdd7253f7b $7,750.00 Body tub and frame

https://www.kaiserwillys.com/new-4-cylinder-engine-bare-block-fits-41-53-jeep-willys-with-4-134-l-engine $1,699.00 New engine (bare block)

https://www.kaiserwillys.com/new-willys-cylinder-head-fits-41-53-jeep-willys-with-4-134-l-engine $429.99 Head/engine

https://www.kaiserwillys.com/category/engine/complete-overhaul-kits/complete-engine-overhaul-kit-fits-41-46-mb-gpw-cj-2a-6210 $849.99 complete engine build kit

https://www.kaiserwillys.com/category/transmission/t-84-transmission/complete-transmission-assembly-4-134-engine-fits-41-45-mb-gpw-with-t-84-transmission $1,499.99 (Core charge applies) Transmission

https://www.kaiserwillys.com/category/transfer-case/overhaul-kits/transfer-case-assembly-for-3-4-shaft-fits-41-46-mb-gpw-cj-2a-with-d18-transfer-case $1,395.00 ($250. Core charge) Transfer case

https://www.kaiserwillys.com/category/suspension/overhaul-kits/complete-suspension-overhaul-kit-fits-41-45-mb-gpw $649.99 suspension kit

https://www.kaiserwillys.com/category/brakes/overhaul-kits/complete-master-brake-kit-9-fits-41-48-mb-gpw-cj-2a-before-serial-215649 $549.99 Brake kit complete

https://www.kaiserwillys.com/category/electrical/wiring-harnesses/complete-wiring-harness-made-in-the-usa-fits-41-45-mb-gpw $325.99 Wiring harness complete

The total to what is covered above is $14,823.95

This is just the short list of big parts and component kits, with the exception of the front and rear differentials (axles). There will be a lot of small items that will add up the costs as well.

[mikehelt]

Thanks! Exactly what I needed!


Welcome!

I assume that you are wanting to build a Willys Jeep entirely from new parts? It is very doable, with the amount of aftermarket suppliers out there. For a round-a-bout total, here are some sources;

https://www.dlbensinger.com/product_info.php?cPath=55&products_id=92&osCsid=1b2b8eaa5aa1e4e4dc340abdd7253f7b $7,750.00 Body tub and frame

https://www.kaiserwillys.com/new-4-cylinder-engine-bare-block-fits-41-53-jeep-willys-with-4-134-l-engine $1,699.00 New engine (bare block)

https://www.kaiserwillys.com/new-willys-cylinder-head-fits-41-53-jeep-willys-with-4-134-l-engine $429.99 Head/engine

https://www.kaiserwillys.com/category/engine/complete-overhaul-kits/complete-engine-overhaul-kit-fits-41-46-mb-gpw-cj-2a-6210 $849.99 complete engine build kit

https://www.kaiserwillys.com/category/transmission/t-84-transmission/complete-transmission-assembly-4-134-engine-fits-41-45-mb-gpw-with-t-84-transmission $1,499.99 (Core charge applies) Transmission

https://www.kaiserwillys.com/category/transfer-case/overhaul-kits/transfer-case-assembly-for-3-4-shaft-fits-41-46-mb-gpw-cj-2a-with-d18-transfer-case $1,395.00 ($250. Core charge) Transfer case

https://www.kaiserwillys.com/category/suspension/overhaul-kits/complete-suspension-overhaul-kit-fits-41-45-mb-gpw $649.99 suspension kit

https://www.kaiserwillys.com/category/brakes/overhaul-kits/complete-master-brake-kit-9-fits-41-48-mb-gpw-cj-2a-before-serial-215649 $549.99 Brake kit complete

https://www.kaiserwillys.com/category/electrical/wiring-harnesses/complete-wiring-harness-made-in-the-usa-fits-41-45-mb-gpw $325.99 Wiring harness complete

The total to what is covered above is $14,823.95

This is just the short list of big parts and component kits, with the exception of the front and rear differentials (axles). There will be a lot of small items that will add up the costs as well.

[Sebastian21]

This is a interesting concept. like GM said you would have many additional costs. How would you title it? How would you insure it? You would have to get a frame with a good vin number. That would be difficult.

[gmwillys]

Most states recognize kit cars now a days, and have a path to making them street legal. The best option would to find a chassis with a serial number, and (depending on the state) a matching title. Dynacorn has been producing kits for creating your very own '69 Camaro, and '67 Mustangs. The cars require a title from a donor car for license and insurance purposes.