1952 Willys M38 Military Jeep - Driving a Piece of History

[@saxmusicmail]

As a kid, the first school bus I rode to school had manual windshield wipers just like this Jeep. The kids would almost fight each other to get chosen to stand up front by the driver and work the wipers.

[@steveanderson2881]

I. Live in the United States it's important to teach history in any country! Keep it up Canada!!!

[@lindanelson8400]

Several years ago I had a 1949 Willys CJ 2A, United States civilian Jeep. It had the 134 cu. Inch engine. Same engine I think as the Canadian version. Mine was a 6 volt electrical system. Mine had lock in hubs on the front axle. The shift levers are the same, on the left is gears 1-3,and reverse, the center shift lever is to engage the transfer case, and the lever to the far right is for high or low range. The vacuum windshield wiper was almost laughable as when you stepped on the gas the wiper would nearly stop, if you were coasting then the wiper would actually do something. That Jeep was so much fun. I lived in Saline County Arkansas then, we had Reynolds Aluminum there, with bauxite mining, and Warehouser paper co. Between them there were thousands of acres with mining and logging roads. I spent many a day just cruising around back in the wilderness. One day I came to a clearing in the middle of nowhere with a large granite monument, a likeness of a WW2 B 17 bomber was cut into the granite and the names of all the crew members listed on it. During the war a bomber on a training mission crashed at that place killing all aboard the aircraft. Being there was like standing on hallowed ground. It's a reminder how fortunate we are to live and enjoy our freedom, and the price that's been paid for that freedom in blood and treasure. God bless our troops and veterans.

[@charlesbeaumont1675]

As an American from Detroit I salute the Canadians who served with all my heart

[@nickpanaritis4122]

The same for all the Americans who served their country.

[@MaverickNutron]

From one veteran (3rd generation) to another…thank you and your family! Hand Salute! USN 1983-1993

[@victordjinn632]

An excellent program tonight Nick. That M38 is a rolling monument. Most people don't know that the "monuments" on military bases here are serviceable vehicles. They've been properly mothballed but when the oil and coolant, fuel and batteries are put back in they'll start right up. Those tanks and cannons are ready. Everything on the base that looks like a weapon "is" a weapon. My dad served in WW2 along with his brothers. Among other places, I know that he fought in Holland. I was with him one evening when he decided that we were going to have fish and chips. My dad, still in uniform from work, got talking to the cook who was also the owner, and also happened to be Dutch. When my dad told him that he had served in Holland the fish and chips were free. No charge. And he wouldn't hear anything of it. Yes, the Dutch have a deep reverence for Canadian veterans. On November 11, I will remember. I'll remember a lot of people that I don't see anymore.

[@txsailor57]

Thanks to all our Canadian veterans for sticking by us through all the conflicts. My dad served in 3 wars in the US Navy and the USAF..

[@williamcole464]

Much love to our brothers in arms, from all who sacrificed for their Country.

[@williamadam3888]

Happy Remembrance Day to Canadian Vets/Happy Veterans Day to all US Vets! I'm a Vietnam-era Air Force vet. My father and father-in-law served in the Pacific theatre in WWII. Enjoyed seeing Dr. Paul's Jeep, and his presentation.

[@meowerstationone3793]

My dad was in WWII. After the war he was in the rope business for many years. He would have made a comment or two about the nice piece of sisal rope on the front bumper! Thanks guys, and thanks to all who serve their country.

[@NicksGarage]

Thanks for sharing that.

[@duygukayhanisaskank4915]

@@NicksGarage Honestly Nick...this is 1 of your best videos. Deeply heartwarming, educational & profoundly interesting. Best regards from Yucatan Mexico, Ben

[@tomst.antoine7742]

Great video....I actually learned to drive with a Willys jeep. I was in a student summer employment program in 1973..(SSEP73). It was with the Windsor Regiment reserve, (Windsor, Ontario). It was also equipped with a radio in the back. It was a great experience, and I was able to teach my daughter to drive stick some 30 years later. Being 17 in 1973, means I am your age Nick...Thanks

[@Ingwine]

Iconic Jeep and interesting history

[@FreedomRock44]

Don't know if anyone noticed all the cool additions but in the back seat Paul has a Camouflage tent!!!!!! To cover the jeep in war to hide it from view if needed.

[@NicksGarage]

We sure did. He was kind enough to show us all the details.

[@mikechiodetti4482]

At the end......"PEACE....LOVE....MUSCLE CARS....and....OLD JEEPS." MY GOD! It's been over 60 years so nice I got to drive a Military Surplus Jeep that a customer of my Dad owned, used and I fell in love with! The data plates on that dash were exactly how I remembered that Jeep back in the early to mid 60's. I grew up in Massachusetts, know about cold, snowy winters. I also remember helping my Dad at his shop to convert another "Surplus" Jeep from 24 volts to 12 volts. Then later I got to drive it back to the next town for delivery. I learned that day NOT to drive it over 40 MPH! It will scare you! Like Paul said it was designed to travel at slow speeds. The 4WD controls are easy to operate but NEVER run those old Jeeps in 4High or especially 4Low ON DRY PAVEMENT! Transfer case and/or differentials damage will happen! Thank you for this video Nick. The Jeep alone was worth the watch, but Paul added the stories which were "the icing on the cake" and brought back wonderful memories and a little emotion.

[@NicksGarage]

Thanks for the information. 👍

[@tdkrei]

From one vet to another, thank you for your service Dr. Paul.

[@FreedomRock44]

My favorite Part is Paul and Nick enjoying the heck out of that JEEP just pure driving!!!!!!!!!

[@NicksGarage]

Riding in that machine, it is impossible not to smile.

[@chriswalshe499]

Looks like it drives beautifully. Not just a great looking piece of history.

[@GenderSkins]

Out of all of the episodes of Nick's Garage, this is the only one that has brought a tear to my eyes. That has to do with the fact that my father was U.S. Army Motor Pool, his service was between Korea and Vietnam, and his brother served in Korea as well as that I had three uncles on my mom's side that was both prior service U.S. Military one being a Korean war vet the other two I do not now when there service was just that one of her brothers was stationed in Germany. My dad even owned an old military jeep much like that one but sold it before I started driving.

[@largelarry2126]

My father helped build them in Indiana back in the late 30s and early 40s. He had the job of installing the oil pan while lifted. One day a Willys fell off the lift and crushed him a little bit, and that was the end of his military career.

[@rickschlosser6793]

I live on the Alaska Highway in BC. (Built by the US Army in 1942/43) I’ve seen a few of these. I’ve heard all the stories about abandoned hardware along the highway (including jeeps), but I think all the easy pickin’s have been salvaged already. The US army did not want to haul the equipment back to the US and they did not want to disrupt the local economy so they buried a lot of the equipment and a lot of equipment was parked on lakes in late winter so they would sink to the bottom in spring. But there are those that still insist there are still some out there. Thanks for showing this to us Nick.

[@NicksGarage]

Thanks for the interesting info.

[@hoedemakerbart]

I live near Nijmegen, and the Canadian war Cemetery near Groesbeek 👍. Nice story.

[@chriswalshe499]

Great ep. Especially for young blokes to see. I think the fact that it was a headquarters vehicle is probably the reason it has lasted so nicely. Great job George as usual.

[@anthonykendrick1418]

Nick, I don't comment that often. I've been searching for a Jeep like this for over 30 years. Most have been basket cases. But that is irrelevant, I will watch this episode many times over because the history in itself is soooo important. He brought up so many facts about some conflicts that most Americans aren't aware of. Thank you all for making me aware.

[@steveshoemaker6347]

Thanks Dr Paul Nick and George and God Bless y'all 🙏🙏🙏 👍 There were many flat hood Jeeps used in Vietnam cause that was my War......Old F-4 Phantom 2 Shoe🇺🇸

[@robertorhymes]

This is one I'd like to keep A 52 Willys Jeep It's a classic military truck designed to drive through any muck It's an M38 that looks and drives great thanks to Nick's Garage make no mistake Paul is here to honour our fallen brave Lest we forget the sacrifice that puts many in their grave He's giving us all some education and letting us in on his Jeeps situation Thanks Nick Paul and George

[@danaglass5394]

Dana "60" Glass. Awesome episode! God Bless all the Canadians who faught for freedom!

[@RobertSanders-mp2ef]

Thank you NIck, My dad served and also my Uncle Bruce.

[@kevinbarrett9615]

It’s the third anniversary of my dadas passing today, he served in Korea with the Pat’s (PPCLI) was wounded at the battle of Kapyong. His unit received the Presidential medal of Valour, I have great love for veterans and as my father would say the real heroes are overseas in graveyards and fields.

[@saxmusicmail]

I won't print it all here, but my favorite poem is by Pilot Officer John Gillespie Magee, Jr. Royal Canadian Air Force, "High Flight". You can look it up and the history. He wrote it on the back on an envelope. WWII.

[@garyhopkinssr8561]

Paul is a very pleasant and happy person to watch. He was very happy to be with you...... we all are..... this was a very enjoyable video. One of the best. Thank you.

[@garyhopkinssr8561]

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[@garyhopkinssr8561]

Dont tell know one .....I love you people to

[@minnesotatomcat]

I know a couple guys that have those Willy’s. If running strong those 4 cylinder go devil motors should go 45 mph down the road. They will literally run on ANYTHING 👍

[@keithharris7365]

Very educational may more years for the 52 jeep and thank you to all the military personnel who didn't make it back and the ones that did keep them coming and see you Friday

[@todddenio3200]

I am American and my family has been in every war this country has been in since the American Revolution so I have full respect for what the good Doctor is doing. He is also one of the very very few people who pronounce the Willys name correctly. 99.99% of people mispronounce it as Willeez but according to the Willys family it is actually pronounced Williss.

[@nickpanaritis4122]

Salute to you for your family for all the generations for severing their country.

[@todddenio3200]

@@nickpanaritis4122 my dad - US Army Air Corps, and 4 of his brothers - regular US Army, were in WWII and one of my dad's brothers was at Anzio and about was at Omaha Beach on D-Day. the other 2 brothers were at various locations in the European theater.

[@todddenio3200]

@@nickpanaritis4122 the French side of my family started out in Quebec in 1633 and were some of the first settlers of Boucherville then ended up in Trois Riviers before temporarily ending up in the English colonies in 1704 but settled there permanently in 1714.

[@TheVenom8343]

@@todddenio3200 Wow, that's just an amazing story my friend!! You're so lucky to know your family history. I just wish I knew mine past my grandparents!!

[@todddenio3200]

@@TheVenom8343 Thank you. Yes I am fortunate to know my family history. It has taken many years of research to get it to the point it is at.

[@OlSgtLove]

Love seeing the ol Jeep and how it brings back memories of the jeeps I rode in during my time in Service. Very touching on how he us helping other Veterans and Remembering the Military in Canada. God Bless .

[@douglasb9105]

Paul is one PROUD man, as well he SHOULD be!

[@stevepoore2322]

Thank You, Nick, Crew and Dr. Paul for fixing and driving a piece of history! Awesome show!!

[@renegade44040]

My Grandfather James O' Sullivan was shot by Nazis at the Battle of the Bulge and survived. He was awarded the Purple Heart and retired from the Post Office as a mail sorter in Boston in the '70s.

[@davestewart9146]

As a fellow veteran I love the history, thank you to everyone ❤️

[@agnesrenoncourt5655]

Salut Nick un jolie véhicule, bravo au propriétaire.faire de belles balades en pleine campagne serait super.superbe présentation, merci David le français ❤

[@chrisjeanneret5091]

I believe that one of the floor levers engages the front axle (no centre diff, would bind up in turns on pavement). The fan is the tach - when it starts to roar time to shift!

[@jeffosim8789]

What an awesome man, he’s got stories and has fun too. It’s wonderful what he’s doing for Vets and now preserving that Jeep. Hopefully we see it and him more on other episodes. 😊

[@rangerbull]

I remember driving the m-38 in the army and in Vietnam. Later before I got out in late 69’ I remember they started replacing them with the m-151A1 I beleive that’s what it was. I know it had individual suspension

[@kevink8481]

Paul and Nick are the nicest guys on the planet!

[@cee128d]

Perfect ending George. Well done.

[@nickranorealestate1988]

Thank you Nick for this video, what a wonderful piece of Canadian history that Jeep is. God bless our men and women who served past and present.

[@NormanFleury-j4t]

I was a tanker 1983, at my first duty station I got yanked out of my tank and ended up driving the battalion commander I learned to live in a Jeep, cook sleep eat

[@ericball6000]

to the Men & Women who gave there lives so we can live in freedom and enjoy everything I say thank you.

[@joeljenkins2876]

Salute to Dr. Paul and those of his family who served and sacrificed for freedom. Very very official and honorable video, thanks for sharing such content with us, Nick, George and crew.

[@truck93]

I love the older Jeeps. I have a 77 CJ7. That was a barn find. I slowly restored it and now I daily drive it.

[@tint661]

I was stationed in Kirchgooens German from 1980 to 1982. During annual training in the various places in Germany we trained with the British, Canadians, French and the Germans. The French were still using these Jeeps during my time in Germany. At 21:45 they pull out the tool roll for the Jeep. The US Army would have inspections of your equipment. The tools such as the shovel, all those tools in the tool roll and a fuel can would be placed with the Jeep and the inspector would make sure all the equipment would be looked at for being clean and serviceable. So you better have all your tools for the inspections. Sometimes other Jeep drivers missing their tools would help themselves to your tools if you weren't looking. I can't tell you that I haven't done it myself. It is an Army thing. LOL

[@willythewave]

God bless you all. I love you.

[@gulfy09]

I believe that vehicle was made in Toronto Ontario Canada ..or parts of it was there was a old man who showed me a building that was the factory located in the St Clair and old Weston road..

[@NicksGarage]

Ford still makes vehicles in Oakville. Just outside Toronto.

[@scottscott6794]

What a great display but I noticed cracked leaf springs on the driver's side. You are the best Nick and I love your apparel.

[@NicksGarage]

We appreciate the support, Scott.❤️

[@OlSgtLove]

Hey Nick and George, cool seeing the jeep and hearing this man's stories. A piece of Military History in Nick's Garage. Enjoy seeing it and great work George!!!! Hello to All !!!

[@garymcauley7630]

Great show George and Nick. Paul, thanks for providing lunch for our veterans. They deserve everything we can give them.

[@thomaswinacott4785]

Nick - my father had one on farm but don't really know what happen to it , was from the war ! The Ford dealer here had one for towing and it had a welder in the back ! Was in Holland in 1982 and seen the Dutch queen at a ceremony laying a wreath , they did not know I was Canadian stayed way back so not to bother people !

[@nickpanaritis4122]

You would have not been a bother to anyone in Holland. Ceremony was for the Canadians like yourself. It was nice of you for being there for the ceremony. Salute to all that served and serve our country.

[@dougmclean8328]

Very nice M38. I am currently working on a 1951 Willy M38. I love these little jeeps. So much history. Thanks for showing us this.

[@eddiekilby]

To all these men and women Thank You For Your Service 👍👍👍👍

[@Sherlock067]

Thanks Paul, Nick, George for the most informative and inspiring video! 👍Nice to see the history still in use!

[@NicksGarage]

Glad you enjoyed it.

[@blinkie1523]

Greetings Nick, George, Paul & the team that was one out of the bag, so much history bought back memories that my dad and his dad had shared of their time in world war one & two many thanks simply awesome Nick and a salute to Paul on bringing this one to your shop.

[@bdogjr7779]

Awesome Nick《☆》Wow Nice JEEP👍🏾🍺🤳I noticed how the Spark Plugs & Ignition Cables look quite similar to Aircraft Piston Engine Spark Plugs. Such a Wonderful Nostalgic part of the Canadian efforts to help maintain a Free World. Good to finally see George on camera🙏🏻God Bless The Peace Keepers of The World✌🏼😎☯️

[@6rimR3ap3r]

He's really passionate, you can feel that instantly :-) The (Volkswagen) Iltis he mentioned has been the inspiration for Audi to dedicate development to the quattro system. During snow testing of new Audi models there was one VW Iltis present as a support vehicle and it drove circles around all passenger cars.

[@SeanJoseph-s2s]

Like Nick says...you never know what going to come to his garage...very bare bones minimal vehicle..... George you should always take a ride in any of the vehicles....thanks.

[@JimmyArfanis]

What a great piece of history.I remember seeing one at an army surplus in Brossard many years ago for nothing. Should have bought it

[@willythewave]

All through the 1960`s and 70`s Army surplus jeeps were advertised for sale brand new in crates for if I remember correctly about $895 in comic book magazines. I don`t know how they figured a kid was going to get ahold of $895 back then. But they were available packed in cosmoline by the hundreds. Imagine that. lol

[@billkendy4442]

Nice show of respect at the end. Thank You!

[@NicksGarage]

Thanks for that.

[@leelavoie6753]

Dr Paul, Nick and George, Outstanding Video. God’s Blessing.

[@NicksGarage]

Thank you for watching, Lee.

[@petermontagnon4440]

Holy Crap Batman!!! What a nice piece of kit!!!

[@sylvainbernard8027]

Super bonne épisode aujourd'hui. Thanks !

[@NicksGarage]

Merci Sylvain.

[@davidingling9791]

Also I like that guy!

[@richardblanke5521]

Thank you for your service.

[@stevelioliopoulos4902]

Greetings from Adelaide Australia. Hopefully this time next week my stroker 350sbc will be back in my 64 Chev.

[@NicksGarage]

Fingers crossed.

[@davidbrown4180]

❤ the smile face Nick

[@PrincessTS01]

our jeep group in Los Angeles has a WWII willys jeep that shows up from time to time, i have some great photos of it

[@NicksGarage]

They sure turn some heads.

[@davidbrown4180]

Thank you Paul very beautiful story and Thank for your family

[@jamielombardo5292]

I drove one of those on the Autobahn, in convoy.

[@pappy017]

Evenin Mr George an Mr Nick!! Enjoy the week!!

[@NicksGarage]

Thanks Pappy. Same to you.

[@FreedomRock44]

It is funny you said MASH when you first drove it and shifted it sounds like all the Jeeps in MASH!!!!!!! That was my first thought.

[@NicksGarage]

Glad the video captured that sound.

[@MikeJBlues]

Awsome jeep. I drove M151 series jeeps and worked on them .

[@russellregnier5811]

Very nice Jeep. Thank you for your service

[@4ondflor]

Thanks for a cool look at some unique machinery

[@NicksGarage]

Thanks for watching!

[@pr.ramonrodriguez7966]

Thank you Nick and George for an awesome presentation and tribute. The end brought tears to my eyes remembering my own family members that lost also there lives to keep our country free. Thank you

[@goldcfi7103]

My new favorite episode!!

[@genejustice5616]

Way Cool Nick, George and Paul. Great video!

[@davidbrown4180]

Awesome ending George

[@davidingling9791]

I wasn't going to watch but I'm glad I am now. Also I subscribed to fis channel.

[@NicksGarage]

Thanks for joining us. 👍

[@terrywitiuk5411]

Great video and a big thanks goes out to Paul, Nick and everyone else involved in putting this together and sharing. For years our organization the OMVA (Ontario Military Vehicle Association) and all ex-military vehicle owners have been trying to get folks to better understand that this is not a hobby but is an important part in preserving our military heritage, honouring all Veterans and those who currently serve. This episode of Nick's Garage certainly helps to spread that message. Thank You!!!

[@tominthebox]

God bless the Canadian Veteran soldiers of WWI and WWII.

[@hotpuppy1]

That is a REAL military jeep with all the stuff that a military jeep should have. A lot of what you see painted up in olive drab are really civilian Jeeps.

[@jcos55chev19]

That was a very nice video! History, information, and respect..

[@chargerdave2046]

I would absolutely drive that!!!

[@NicksGarage]

Hard to resist.

[@allenmenard777]

much respect

[@TKOSound]

Great episode.....wow

[@leelavoie6753]

…George, Thank You for taking all of us on the Honorable Ride.

[@1SeanBond]

Amazing video Nick! Much appreciated friend! Cheers to Continued success!🍻✌💫

[@NicksGarage]

Thanks for the visit.

[@JohnRoberts71]

Great content thanks for sharing

[@retired815]

Excellent video, much respect 👍👍💪💪

[@JordanRohde-xg1oy]

What a treat . Thanks for sharing 👍😎

[@DerrylTaylor-d1n]

This is COOL!

[@joelenglish7092]

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