This is my restored 1948 4×4 Willys CJ-2A military clone. This 1948 Jeep has been restored from the ground up. Care and patience were put into all aspects. This 1948 CJ-2A has a fresh paint job. It is powered by a rebuilt 134 CID L-Head “Go-Devil” 4-Cylinder engine that runs like a champ. Regular 91-93 octane recommended, as they were originally built to run on aviation fuel. And, for most of us, aviation fuel is not easy to come by. This Willys Jeep comes with a 3 speed manual transmission, featuring front and rear locking differentials. This advantage gives you the option to lock the front axle or the rear axle depending on your current off road needs. This gives you many off road options, peace of mind and knowing that this is military grade equipment is built to last. The Front glass on this 48′ Willys is fully foldable and functional as well, in case you want the true effect. It has original, painted to match, 16 inch wheels wrapped with standard military bias ply style tires. It has an all new interior including front driver, passenger side, and rear seating. From sitting in the driver seat you can lean back and enjoy a fully functional gauge cluster, with all gauges working as they should. This Jeep has a whopping 45 mph top speed so you can kick back and relax. This restored 1948 has a full size spare tire and an original style water can mounted to the rear. In this era of jeeps, they came with a 6 volt system. This 6 volt system has been fully restored including new or rebuilt parts like: Starter, generator, voltage regulator and distributor. After the war and restoration, this classic was used at air shows to transport pilots to and from their aircrafts, after the flight this 1948 Willys Army Jeep was used to carry the pilots down the flight line for fans to show admiration for their service. The time and effort put into this timepiece is truly a work of art.
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Actually a nice job for a militarized CJ2a. Clean as a whistle.
Actually a nice job for a militarized CJ2a. Clean as a whistle.
Beautiful job. Who did the body work?
Beautiful job. Who did the body work?
Where did you get the information about the l-134 being designed to run on aviation fuel?
Where did you get the information about the l-134 being designed to run on aviation fuel?
Admin,
My first Jeep was a ‘2A, where is the spare tire on this one? Mine was on the righty rear fender.
Dave
Admin,
My first Jeep was a ‘2A, where is the spare tire on this one? Mine was on the righty rear fender.
Dave
I understand the military cj2’s spare was on the rear of the body,
as the military jeep did not have a tail gate.
Very nice job on the jeep!!!
I understand the military cj2’s spare was on the rear of the body,
as the military jeep did not have a tail gate.
Very nice job on the jeep!!!
Actually, the go-devil has low compression so it doesn’t need high octane gas. They kind of wanted to have the aviation fuel for airplanes during the war.
Actually, the go-devil has low compression so it doesn’t need high octane gas. They kind of wanted to have the aviation fuel for airplanes during the war.
Clean Jeep with some nice touches , but according to the book All American Wonder vol 1 page 62 your old Jeep should run fine on 68 octane leaded fuel , or a lead substitute or maybe a little 2 cycle oil maybe , added due to the valve guides and valve seats , for extra lube . Aviation fuel is un neassarry , but maybe a more stable fuel for long term storage . Does anyone have any other thoughts ? On fuel ? Remember his engine as a 6.48 compression . to 1 .
Clean Jeep with some nice touches , but according to the book All American Wonder vol 1 page 62 your old Jeep should run fine on 68 octane leaded fuel , or a lead substitute or maybe a little 2 cycle oil maybe , added due to the valve guides and valve seats , for extra lube . Aviation fuel is un neassarry , but maybe a more stable fuel for long term storage . Does anyone have any other thoughts ? On fuel ? Remember his engine as a 6.48 compression . to 1 .
Congratulations on your efforts with the CJ2A. But sorry to be the devil’s advocate here to point out certain flaws.
A) Looks like a well executed paint job, but should never be “Glossy”.It should be flat military olive drab .
B) Since it is a CJ2A , the spare tire mounts on the right rear fender. Not on the tail gate since it can not be opened once the tire is placed there.( At least not when it’s full of gas)
C) About the fuel : the important thing here is to use “leaded” gas or gas with an additive to replace the lead, since that is what lubricates the valve guides. Or at the time of rebuilding the engine , replace the valve guides and seats with the proper ones to stand the rigors of “unleaded” gas.
Also , compression is so low that regular gas should be used ,and in case of using high octane gas , then, you would have to retard the timing accordingly .
Those two issues stick out loud and clear; but if this results please you and it’s what you wanted, well , then enjoy your ride and have fun.
Congratulations on your efforts with the CJ2A. But sorry to be the devil’s advocate here to point out certain flaws.
A) Looks like a well executed paint job, but should never be “Glossy”.It should be flat military olive drab .
B) Since it is a CJ2A , the spare tire mounts on the right rear fender. Not on the tail gate since it can not be opened once the tire is placed there.( At least not when it’s full of gas)
C) About the fuel : the important thing here is to use “leaded” gas or gas with an additive to replace the lead, since that is what lubricates the valve guides. Or at the time of rebuilding the engine , replace the valve guides and seats with the proper ones to stand the rigors of “unleaded” gas.
Also , compression is so low that regular gas should be used ,and in case of using high octane gas , then, you would have to retard the timing accordingly .
Those two issues stick out loud and clear; but if this results please you and it’s what you wanted, well , then enjoy your ride and have fun.
I am on the same page as you are Francisco Martin . I agree with you100% on all thoughts , the engine is a low compression engine , so high octane fuel is un-necessary , not – needed , the only advantage to aviation fuel is it has a small amount of lead , and can be stored for a long time before going bad . Two choices one add a lead substitute or install harden valve seats .Aviation fuel is also over a dollar more per gallon , very, very expensive ! To each their own way — P. S, thanks Francisco M.
I am on the same page as you are Francisco Martin . I agree with you100% on all thoughts , the engine is a low compression engine , so high octane fuel is un-necessary , not – needed , the only advantage to aviation fuel is it has a small amount of lead , and can be stored for a long time before going bad . Two choices one add a lead substitute or install harden valve seats .Aviation fuel is also over a dollar more per gallon , very, very expensive ! To each their own way — P. S, thanks Francisco M.