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@christophereakin Күн бұрын
Sounds like a fun project, but a lot of welding. Are you going to build a steel tube framework for the body to replace the wood the termites took?
@Gojeep Күн бұрын
Yes mate. The lower half will be using the inner structure of the donor, but all new frame work for the upper.
@BobHamiltonRWH 3 күн бұрын
I thought the Hot Rod Willys was super cool. This is going to eclipse that!! Great job of documenting and sharing your vision which I'm sure will evolve as you get into it! Just reviewed everything on your blog. You really are remarkable Marcus. Your ability to do everything from full understanding of all the electronics to perfect body work and fabrication is amazing. I really look forward to watching your progress. I chuckled at one comment and knew he hadn't checkout what you did with the truck!
@Gojeep 3 күн бұрын
Wow, thank you Bob for going to the trouble of reading my blog too on the last build. :)
@timmcooper294 3 күн бұрын
What an awesome way to salvage a "hopeless" car that most wouldn't bother with. I like the concept a lot, though I would add length to the bonnet panels and stretch the front fenders just ahead of their join with the running boards as you raise them. Please tell me you will build a custom dash / instrument panel for this !! It would be a shame to look inside such a cool gangster custom and see a modern plastic I.P. I have a 1927 Hudson Super Six two door with a nearly 130" wheel base that I have been planning out and gathering parts for the last 15 years. While it doesn't need near as many mods to get the right proportions, and the original chassis is massive compared with this Willys, your project is exciting !! My Hudson is receiving a Cummins 12 valve 6BT 5.9 from a Dodge, which fits beautifully in the massive chassis. Even the downpipe off the turbo follows the factory exhaust clearance pressing in the stock Hudson firewall!! With just a slight pancake to the roof and 4" lowering of the ride height all round, It will still look very close to stock with just a wee bit of attitude. The running boards will be 5" off the ground and that's about my limit, as It will be my everyday car. Thanks for sharing his excellent project !!
@Gojeep 3 күн бұрын
Having your wheelbase would be much better for this project for sure considering the donor. I'll end up around 123" wheelbase close to the 8-88 model Willys Overland. This too will be the daily so you build to suit that so it remains practical. I think 5" clearance I will shoot for too. Let me know when you start your build.
@timmcooper294 2 күн бұрын
@@Gojeep Yes, this Hudson has to cruise comfortably long distance on the Interstate highways across America, and be a reliable daily driver. The trouble with the long wheelbase is that it imposes practical limits on ride height. I think 5" will get me in and out of driveways, and over speed bumps, though I will likely add a few skid plates just in case !! This car will rack up serious miles as my primary car (I'm in my mid 50's and am set in my ways.... though there's nothing wrong with automatics I won't own anything that doesn't have three pedals as I like to physically drive my vehicles). My newest vehicle is a 1958 Land Rover that looks completely stock but has a modern Chevy LS V8 under the bonnet. I drive it all over the western USA to various famous 4WD trails, beat the crap out of it, and drive it home at speeds the old Rover company never imagined !!
@KB10GL 3 күн бұрын
So good to see a proper Hemi engine installed. My personal favourite Chrysler is the 1956 version of 354 cubes. My own Hemi is the 1957 Dodge of 325 cubes. It fits my 1933 Dodge without cutting anything & weighs less. I'm running everything trad, including dual Carter AFB's. It's gotta be a Hemi if you want to do it right.
@Gojeep 3 күн бұрын
Sounds like you've got a great build there!
@renash1815 3 күн бұрын
Just waiting for the next one here in California. Hope it's very soon.
@Gojeep 3 күн бұрын
Let me know how you get on.
@VinoRatRodbuilds 4 күн бұрын
Pretty sweet project! Im in c u on the next one. 👍
@Gojeep 4 күн бұрын
Thanks for the support!
@tturtle1659 4 күн бұрын
YT's logarithm led me here - interesting project, don't think I ever saw another one of those done like that. My 2c: leave the wheelbase as it is and call it done, that body style does not need anything (I would not have even chopped it), it's perfect as it is, and you're looking at TONS of extra work and time.
@Gojeep 4 күн бұрын
Will remain un-chopped most likely I think but the stretch is needed. This is the wife's project so going to be built for how she wants to use it. I spent 11 years building the Willys Truck, and love the work side of it. :)
@tturtle1659 3 күн бұрын
@@Gojeep well I'm told a happy wife is a happy life so... Adding: I suppose it could result in something very much like the Bugatti T41 which was bodied by Park Ward in the UK - not a bad thing as such 😯
@KB10GL 4 күн бұрын
Many cars were imported as a CKD "chassis" which was the whole car, in pieces, in crates [pre containers remember] & assembled at the distributors workshops. They would be complete minus the actual body from the firewall back. This was supplied by the contracted body builder. There were plenty of body builders at first, but by the early 1930's only a few were still in business. Holden was absorbed by GM, & TJ Richards was absorbed by Chrysler, & these made bodies for anyone who placed a volume order & who had the means to pay for them. Your Willys was likely made by one of these as this coach built construction was used by both until the mid '30's. In many instances, the Aussie version differed from the US model in small ways for economic reasons & your bonnet/hood may actually be the previous years model, ... perhaps. EDIT. All of the above was written before the video got to your paperwork, so you already know much of the above.
@Gojeep 4 күн бұрын
Thank you for all that. This certainly got parts from both the early and late 32 production compared to what the US got.
@TheOldaz1 4 күн бұрын
Not going to look very Willys when it's done, but sure going to look good - a lot like the bigger luxury cars from back then. Thanks for the update Marcus.
@Gojeep 4 күн бұрын
Be very rare that anyone would even know what a stock one even looks like! :D
@daveross1004 5 күн бұрын
Your wife has good taste .
@Gojeep 5 күн бұрын
She certainly does! :)
@daveross1004 5 күн бұрын
Eagerly awaiting next episode from here in snowy Canada.
@Gojeep 5 күн бұрын
Awesome. Been working in mid 30'C temps here all week on it. :)
@_bodgie 5 күн бұрын
That's going to be a big project. If it's half as good at the Willy's it'll be awesome.
@Gojeep 5 күн бұрын
I hope it is even better! Had my practice now. ;)
@_bodgie 5 күн бұрын
@@Gojeep I expect it'll be at least 4 times better. I'm looking forward to watching the build.
@chrisgarside7974 5 күн бұрын
Thanks for sharing your thinking and vision for this build. This will be an awesome project so I’m looking forward to future instalments !
@Gojeep 5 күн бұрын
Great to hear it. :)
@jesscneal 5 күн бұрын
This is gonna be a super cool project Marcus. Really looking forward to this one 👍
@Gojeep 5 күн бұрын
Awesome! I'm looking forward to building it. 😎
@LateApexGarage 28 күн бұрын
That fuel system isn't is complicated as you believe. Part of the output of the pump runs the jet pump, which draws fuel over from the secondary side. When the secondary side is empty, it draws air. Completely mechanical, no computer control at all, and it picks up any fuel that sloshes over around half tank, which a computer controlled system wouldn't do. Also cheaper than a pump on each side. Good luck with the project!
@Gojeep 28 күн бұрын
Great explanation, thank you. Think I would have still preferred two pumps and keep the weight balance in the car even.
@300e24v 29 күн бұрын
Excellent work, going to love this makeover Marcus...
@Gojeep 29 күн бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@TheOldaz1 29 күн бұрын
Harvesting almost complete, good collection of parts Marcus.
@Gojeep 29 күн бұрын
For sure. :) Feel a lot more prepared this time around.
@bwyo29 29 күн бұрын
Stoked to watch this one come together!
@Gojeep 29 күн бұрын
Glad to hear it. :)
@jesscneal 29 күн бұрын
Great progress Marcus. So I want to understand the direction you are heading. Are you grafting in the firewall from the SRT into the Willys? Are you grafting on the suspension bits to the Willys frame also? Or is this going to be a Willys body swap onto the SRT floor?
@Gojeep 29 күн бұрын
The SRT8 firewall and floor will be grafted to the Willys chassis rails. So nothing forward of the firewall will be used from the SRT8, or from the back of the rear wheel arch rearward, as no need for a boot. All the rear suspension will be used, but none from the front. Just like I did with the Willys Truck just finished.
@jesscneal 29 күн бұрын
@@Gojeep Thanks for the explanation. Can;t wait for more! 👍
@amandastyles-uh6zx Ай бұрын
I think the 300 sounds amazing ❤❤
@Gojeep Ай бұрын
Many like it like that, but I prefer a old school deep rumble. :)
@amandastyles-uh6zx Ай бұрын
@Gojeep not gonna lie this is gonna be really cool to see I look forward to seeing it💓👍
@amandastyles-uh6zx Ай бұрын
Wow just needs a right front fender and a headlight replacement and just 30000 miles😮 they totaled it for that!!!
@Gojeep Ай бұрын
Front core support, bumper, fog light, lower control arm, cross member, hood and some other things as well. All bolt on things and if you were replacing with used stuff, quite affordable. It was classed a repairable write off which means there was no structural damage, but cost more in new parts, paint and labour than it was insured for.
@rapidrrobert4333 Ай бұрын
The running gear from a Lexus 250IS Turbo V6 and a 6 speed manual.
@Gojeep Ай бұрын
Is that what you have used in a hot rod?
@GT-RS Ай бұрын
Only took 12 years total, with time for other things like holidays, etc. correct?
@Mercmad Ай бұрын
I hope you dont widen the grill. In my minds eye it would look a bit strange . But having the engine poking out each side would look better .
@Gojeep Ай бұрын
Funny as I have always hated the tall narrow grille on this model and why I wouldn't have chosen it. :D I also need the extra width to fit a wide enough radiator to cool the HEMI as well as fit all the things needed in the engine bay. I agree looks a bit wide at 5" and going to see if 3.3/8" would be enough.
@suecarbone1165 2 ай бұрын
hi marcus is this going to be as quick a build as the pick up ?....i bet it will be just as good if not better coz it is for your wife. cheers jailbar joe
@Gojeep 2 ай бұрын
Thank mate. :) I hope it will be done in half the time, as not learning as much on the job on this one. :)
@nilo70 2 ай бұрын
Will-ease not williss. Cheers From California 😎
@Gojeep 2 ай бұрын
Depends what era. If you see the old ads, it had 3 different ways to pronounce it over the years. ;)
@OpieDogie 2 ай бұрын
HEMI!!! Drop a HEMI on it!
@Gojeep 2 ай бұрын
That is what is going into it. Gen 3 6.4
@OpieDogie 2 ай бұрын
@@Gojeep you ain’t building no Willys, you’re building a rocket! Sh!t’s gonna get western in that, boys, better buckle up and hold your hats!!
@frankastroza2114 2 ай бұрын
Awesome project Marcus, I was wondering what donor car you were going to use, I must admit I never thought it would be a Chrysler 300. Awesome choice
@Gojeep 2 ай бұрын
Got to keep it in the family. :)
@thatoldchevy001 2 ай бұрын
Following with interest, Marcus!
@Gojeep 2 ай бұрын
Awesome :)
@Okierover 2 ай бұрын
That's in amazing condition considering its age.
@Gojeep 2 ай бұрын
Really surprised too!
@MrDmjay 2 ай бұрын
This is great mate. Subscribed.
@Gojeep 2 ай бұрын
Excellent. :)
@markfortin421 2 ай бұрын
Hi Again! First I've seen your pickup...WOWW! YOU are truly talented so now I'm not worried about the Ol' girl. If only I were a tad younger (I'm 76) and after 40 years as a collision and frame guy, i envy anyone with the spunk to turn out a project as beautiful as that pickup. Bravo!!
@Gojeep 2 ай бұрын
Wow, thank you! Hope you get the time to see all the videos and build log on that, as my wife said it was good practise for hers! :D willyshotrod.com
@TheOldaz1 2 ай бұрын
You've really set yourself a task with this lot Marcus. I'll follow along with much interest as I did with the truck build. If anyone can pull this off and make it look like it's supposed to be like that, I'm sure you can.
@Gojeep 2 ай бұрын
Many thanks mate for your confidence in me! :)
@aired-downdisconnected4125 2 ай бұрын
A 50's chevy truck front axle should bolt up and can be adapted to disc's cheaply. 32 Pontiac Six is my other channel , feel free to ask any questions as my car was in the same shape.
@Gojeep 2 ай бұрын
Thank you but going fully independent front and rear on this.
@aired-downdisconnected4125 2 ай бұрын
@@Gojeep Nice 👍 Beware some ifs may not clear the fenders , chevys are notorious for this and take a special kit.
@Gojeep 2 ай бұрын
@@aired-downdisconnected4125 it will be a custom one on the front for that reason that I'm building, but will use the SRT8 rear suspension complete, cradle and all.
@markfortin421 2 ай бұрын
Bravo....you've saved an obscure automotive relic! This is a very complete example, which will make life a little easier. I own a 1928 Falcon Knight 4 door which lived in the back of a warehouse since 1948, and was robbed of any usable parts after being discovered by Willys club members...so theres not much left. But I started to restore it, getting the body rust dipped and re-doing the wood with red oak. After 5 years, still trying to find a parts car or parts, I had no choice but to make it a hot rod, and that was 10 years ago. Parts for these cars are non-existant. I live in Detroit Michigan, U.S.A., In the heart of "the rust belt', Where not much survives past 20 years. I've gathered you're in Australia with Holden , right hand drive and all. Best of luck...I'll be watching.
@Gojeep 2 ай бұрын
Yes, I am in Australia so don't have to deal with salted roads etc fortunately. :) Your project sounds very interesting, did you do a build log on it?
@markfortin421 2 ай бұрын
@Gojeep Hi! No, not a log person, but I took ALOT of pictures so I'd know what went where, and how the wood fit, etc. Not sure how your body is constructed, but mine is a wooden skeleton with steel nailed over it. (Bronze serrated boat nails!) Took almost a year to find the nails and I live on the Great Lakes with boat shops everywhere! Yours is the first Willy's of that year I've seen, and quite interesting. Good Luck on your Project...you've got your work cut out for you. And save any and all parts you don't use...the boys in the WOKR will snap them up! Found out by going to two yearly meets...they were auctioning off USED spark plugs...there aren't any new ones!! (Proceeds to the club)
@Gojeep 2 ай бұрын
@@markfortin421 Wow, used spark plugs is a new one on me!
@tetepeb 2 ай бұрын
This is going to be awesome!
@Gojeep 2 ай бұрын
Glad to hear it. :)
@willymccoy3427 2 ай бұрын
Looks like it's going to be interesting. If I was to build it, I'd put a Jeep 4.0 in it.
@Gojeep 2 ай бұрын
The old flat heads are really short in the block and a 4.0 litre Jeep 6 is much longer and would need a longer firewall to grille length. I might have to do it some just to get a V8 in, even though only 3.5 cylinders long in length by comparison.
@jesscneal 2 ай бұрын
Super cool project Marcus. Looking forward to this one
@Gojeep 2 ай бұрын
You and me both!
@idrivahemijeep 2 ай бұрын
I love you but I can’t handle watching another 15 year project. 😅
@Gojeep 2 ай бұрын
Ha ha, I promise this one will be quicker. I don't have to learn as much! :D
@johnbjorgen7212 2 ай бұрын
I'm here for it. Looking forward to another of your masterpieces.
@Gojeep 2 ай бұрын
Awesome. :)
@noahwalker1552 2 ай бұрын
I am so excited to be able to watch your progress on here. I followed the truck build religiously back when it was on your gojeep page and cant wait for this one! Will this one also have a blog as well? Thanks for all the hard work and content!
@Gojeep 2 ай бұрын
I was just thinking about this. Might make a separate sub forum of the willyshotrod site just like I have for the gojeep section.
@Gojeep 2 ай бұрын
In the mean time I do have the start of it from when I bought it on several forums like this one. ozrodders.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=66150
@Gojeep Ай бұрын
Just started one here: 1932.willyshotrod.com/😁
@danielulz1640 2 ай бұрын
Kaiser bought Willys, American Motors bought Kaiser, then Chrysler bought American Motors, so that Chrysler is the spiritual successor to the Willys!
@Gojeep 2 ай бұрын
Exactly, it is why I chose the HEMI for the truck as well. Keep it in the family. ;)
@danielulz1640 2 ай бұрын
A very dysfunctional family, but family never the less. LOL 😂. @@Gojeep
@danielulz1640 2 ай бұрын
Ran when parked...back in 1941! LOL 😆.
@Gojeep 2 ай бұрын
Ha ha, something like that. I have the history on it somewhere of when it was last on the road, and think it was some 40 years ago.
@wkuran 2 ай бұрын
I knew you've were planning this project but figured that you would at least wait for the paint to dry on the truck before starting another project! I'm looking forward to following your progress.
@Gojeep 2 ай бұрын
Couldn't wait that long and already further along than the video!
@rickdoorn1565 2 ай бұрын
Have fun! Looks like a great project! ❤
@Gojeep 2 ай бұрын
Thanks mate. :)
@TheOldaz1 2 ай бұрын
Beautiful Marcus, paint is perfect for it. I was going to suggest the next project could be on a Suzuki frame to give you more room to move, lol.
@Gojeep 2 ай бұрын
Next one is at least shorter, so that well help get it back out! :D
@jamesford2942 2 ай бұрын
Beautiful metal work and good proportion
@Gojeep 2 ай бұрын
Thank you for noticing that. :)
@MathewHart-l2e 2 ай бұрын
Colour looks amazing, i have been following this build for, must be 15 years or more, been a fantastic Journey, would love to see it in the flesh one day.
@Gojeep 2 ай бұрын
Wow, thanks for hanging in there that long!
@RobertGott-c3f 2 ай бұрын
Great video Thanks for showing us your amazing jeep All the very best with it it Thank you 😊😊😮
@Gojeep 2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much 👍 Hope you tag along for the next build. :)
@brianemmons1206 2 ай бұрын
looks amazing Marcus
@Gojeep 2 ай бұрын
Thank you Brian. :)