1961 Jeep CJ5
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This Willys has had a frame off Restoration by the previous owner (P. O. ). Body was media blasted, epoxy coated and then painted. All original panels as far as the seller knows. Windshield assembly was replaced with a 1971 version. The later model version allows a taller person to see better without 'slouching' because the windshield wipers are on the bottom, not the top of the windshield.
The Interior has sprayed with bedliner by the the PO. It has also been upgraded with seat tracks were modified, then powered coated, for the new seats. Roll bar was added (powder coated). New top. Ammo can 'console' 75MM Howitzer shell casting 'drink holders' and gun rack. New gauges, speedometer and 12V power port added.
This engine was rebuilt by the PO. Restored the original carburetor. Added extra glass fuel filter. Pertronix electronic ignition, and wires. New water pump. New crankshaft pulley. Radiator cleaned. Installed Mason jar coolant overflow jar. Transmission, transfercase and rear end were rebuilt by the PO. The front axel was rebuilt using all Timken, US made bearings and seals and locking hubs rebuilt. New fuel tank, lines, fuel filter, and pump. New master cylinder, lines, wheel cylinders and shoes...