Willys Roadster

Here is a marvelous example of a custom Willys. For more information check out ewillys.com.

Willys and the US Navy

The Earliest Photos

Today I ran across the earliest photos I have of our Jeep. For decades the car was stored in a shed on my wife's grandfather's farm. He passed away in 1964. Since then her uncle has looked after the property. I knew there was a vehicle in the shed but Gayle's uncle wouldn't let us open the doors to take a look at it. I took these photos about 4 years ago through a crack between the doors of the shed. If I put my eye to the crack I couldn't see anything because it was too dark. Using the camera and flash I was able to get a hint of what was behind the doors.

Snow Videos!!!

Texas Weather

They say, "If you don't like the weather in Texas just stick around a while." A few days ago Pepperoni and I were driving around with the top down and today there's a blizzard warning.

Let's Go For a Ride

It's the first day of winter in Texas and the weather is perfect for a ride with the windshield down. Pepperoni is ready to go. She loves crusin' in the Willys.

Beachwood's Summer Top

It's time to consider getting a top for our Willys. The Jeep in these photos has the Summer Top offered by Beachwood Canvas. Although it is available in several different colors, I believe the beige would best complement the black paint and red trim on our CJ2a.

Too Fine!!!

Okinawa Graveyard

This is a very interesting photo from post-war Japan. Click here to visit the web site of a fellow in Texas whose specialty is military vehicles.

This is a Military Jeep!

The Jeep in this video is an excellent example of a 1943 GPW. Folks often confuse our 1947 CJ2a with a World War II Military Jeep. The CJ stands for civilian jeep. Although similar to the Jeeps produced for the military they are actually quite different.

Clear and Brisk in Texas

It's a beautiful morning in Texas; perfect for taking photos.

Keeping Interesting Company

Toys for Tots Car Show Photos

We entered out Jeep in it's first weekend car show. Sponsored by Midlothian Classic Wheels, the event benefited Toys for Tots. We had a great time and our car received recognition as a show winner.

Jeeps in Their Element

More Scenic Images from Corsicana, Texas

We Have Come Full Circle

Before

After

Back On The Farm

The Jeep is back at the farm and my brother-in-law gets to drive if for the first time in over 40 years.

Corsicana, Texas

Here are some great shots from our visit to Corsicana.

Most Recent Photos

These are our most recent photos. We are down to the fine details. In the near future I plan to tackle the strips on the wheels. I have the bracket for the spare tire but I have to paint the wheel and order a new tire and inner tube. Most likely I will wait until Thanksgiving or Christmas when I have a little extra time. The Jeep is a blast to drive.

Scary Nighttime Willys Ride

Just in time of Halloween a scary trip in a CJ2a.

Seventeen Months

The project is almost complete. I have been looking for a quality 6 volt horn without success. Finally I decided to clean up the original horn and install it until I could find a replacement. I hooked up the old horn and much to my surprise it worked. Recently I received a "Willys" stencil from Beachwood Canvas so I could paint the logos on the hood, windshield, and tailgate. You can see the results in this photo.

Newest Video

Almost There!

We are almost done with our project. I am waiting for the new glass to arrive for the windshield. Classic Flat Glass should be shipping it today. I just came back from a test drive and everything is working well. The new wiring harness from Walck's is performing flawlessly. More videos are on the way. How about this scene from Green Acres!!!

More Photos

We Are Making Progress

Before & After