I purchased the 1963 Willys Station Wagon from Bill (Willy) Ramage last summer. Bill had purchased the Jeep in hopes of restoring it, but was unable to complete the rebuild due to health problems. Bill used the money to purchase a completed Station Wagon (featured earlier this winter as Jeep of the week: 241). It was our plan to go to shows this summer together, but unfortunately Bill passed away before this dream could be realized. With all the great help from Kaiser Willys, I was able to complete the rebuild this winter. On it’s maiden voyage last week, I realized that the transmission will need a rebuild, as it is almost impossible to keep it in second gear. This will happen as soon as I receive the rebuild kit. This Jeep was originally owned by the Village of Lumby, in British Columbia, and found it’s way to Alberta when Bill purchased it. It has been a fun project, and I hope to find another Willys to rebuild at a later date.
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A couple of things come to mind reading this blog. Unfulfilled dreams and life’s uncertainties. Get out there and bend some wrenches while you still can. No one is guaranteed tomorrow. It is most noble that this project was completed. Secondly, restoring civic vehicles has the added benefit of knowing the vehicle’s lineage. Great paint job, too ! Don – 1950 M-38
A couple of things come to mind reading this blog. Unfulfilled dreams and life’s uncertainties. Get out there and bend some wrenches while you still can. No one is guaranteed tomorrow. It is most noble that this project was completed. Secondly, restoring civic vehicles has the added benefit of knowing the vehicle’s lineage. Great paint job, too ! Don – 1950 M-38
Congratulations on a job well done!
Congratulations on a job well done!
I missed this when first published last year. Great job! Great story! Well done! I am working on my 1962 Wagon, with 230 OHC engine. Having a dickens of a time with engine parts and some body trim. If you know of any good sources for such things as starter (rebuilt is fine), the ‘3-legged- hood ornament, etc. I sure would appreciate the information.
I missed this when first published last year. Great job! Great story! Well done! I am working on my 1962 Wagon, with 230 OHC engine. Having a dickens of a time with engine parts and some body trim. If you know of any good sources for such things as starter (rebuilt is fine), the ‘3-legged- hood ornament, etc. I sure would appreciate the information.
I am sure Bill is smiling down from heaven at a truly great wagon and friend.
I am sure Bill is smiling down from heaven at a truly great wagon and friend.