Dirt Daily. Let's explore my 1946 Jeep Flatfender

[@amx19733]

Best flattie video I’ve seen in quite awhile Fred!!!!

[@rexdouglas4874]

Keep on with the flat fender Willys. Thanks Fred!

[@gerry-p9x]

Yeah FFT. RULES...KISS AND UPDATES WEEKLY

[@1982jeepcj8]

honestly, I have had two 1946 cj2a's, both have been kept pretty close to stock, the changes, I have made, is 1" superlift, soft ride springs, a cj5 rollbar, patched the Pennsylvania rusted out floors, converted to 12volt lights for modern lighting, and the jeep I still have, WILL have Brennan's disk brake conversion brackets, the reason for upgrading the brakes, lighting, and the roll bar, is simply safety on today's distracted drivers. the stock drive train, is adequate

[@xmo552]

What... you mean to say modern drivers can't drive on their own? So true. I was actually having that same conversation earlier today. Technology is making us all dumberer.

[@1982jeepcj8]

It not that they can't drive, they are doing something behind the wheel OTHER than driving, mostly driving under the influence of electronics. But in the end, we are all responsible for our own vehicles, as such, we are reactive to idiots. Upgrading 9" drum brakes and a single pot master cylinder is something that just makes good sense if the jeep is going to see much pavement use. I learned that the hard way driving my flatly to work for a year,

[@xmo552]

@@1982jeepcj8 I agree. I had too many close calls with faulty brakes when I was a teen. My 2nd car as a teen (1990s) was a 57 Fairlane. 1st thing I did was upgrade that single pot master cylinder to a dual.

[@Rivetroad]

We need more of this stuff. These great videos are how I started to watch you back in the day! Pumped to see it again.

[@jamesonpace726]

Best archeology of an ancient dinosaur, ever - you done learnt me a hole bunch 'bout a good old soldier....

[@JerrodRoach]

keep the flat fender videos coming. I thoroughly enjoyed this one.

[@michaelcpolka]

Thanks for the great video Fred! A flat fender project has been on my bucket list for a long time and seeing this makes me want to find one even more.

[@BigAlsautoupholstery]

I love the flat fenders. I just inherited a 42 mb

[@randyjones7001]

"As the Pinion Turns" sounds like the title to a soap opera.... a Fred Williams inspired soap opera..... lol

[@xmo552]

Make sure you're on the credits. I'd second that emotion.

[@anthonymarcello1265]

It's the newest Motor Trend reality TV show. Most of them are soap operas anyway.

[@LarryWannamaker]

I would like to see more of the homestead build. I would, however, suggest to start a second channel to keep the renovations separate from the offroad fabrication. Keep it up!

[@dieselman86]

Great timing! I just picked up cj3a and gave it to the wife for valentine's day. She loves it and we love the videos!

[@gglass2648]

Love this video. It reminds me of working on whatever with my dad. You slow down, take the time to explain, nothing grandeur takes place and you are working to get the job done.

[@warrenbacon7947]

I bought a CJ2A with a snowplow and chains on all 4 wheels for $150.00 from a landowner who upgraded to a tractor and snowblower. The Jeep ran, stopped, turned, shifted, had legal tires, and a plywood cab with doors. I plowed for three Northern New York Winters before buying a FJ40, new, for less than $3k. I've always regretted letting both go so I could buy a car seat-capable van. Growing up can be hard. I love your enthusiasm and the joy you get from working on old iron.

[@colebertils7359]

Growing up, my cousin had the 48 Willys his dad and brothers had when they were kids. We dragged it out of the weeds, got it running, and had a ton of fun for several years. I’ll never forget getting it hopelessly stuck in the sandbar near the river. Then having to rescue it before his dad got home.

[@adamsfly6212]

Well that might explain why, when I was in high school 1980, we couldn't get my friends wheel off. I knew that some Chryslers had left hand threads but never thought the Jeep did. I also remember those locking hubs and would like to see the inside workings on those. I always thought the 2 lever thing interesting. The wood in the shackles made me laugh. Thanks for sharing.

[@Pnwvintagejeeps]

The transmission lock on the shift tower is pretty cool 👍🏼

[@michaelkearns6071]

I saw the shifter holder as well which means it's popping out of 2nd gear. My Warn hubs lock washers prevented my wheels of going on. I put smaller lock washers to get the rim over the hub. 55 Willys Wagon 4x4 Warn Overdrive SBC

[@garymartin9806]

Would love to see you get this on the road

[@Scott_McFarland]

Great video, I love this type of build content. Thanks Fred

[@DesertHack]

Please do a series on this project to "completion" and then start new series on all the projects you "haven't touched in a while" or abandoned jeeps that could be worked on to get em running

[@johnsarcaneautos]

More videos like this! Keep working on this one and take us along until it is running and driving on the road

[@johnwelch6490]

My 46 had 12volt conversion. Ballast resistor block bad once. Owned 40 years.

[@duthsmotocave]

Alright once this project is done. Can we please get an update of the fun buggy. If you still have it, if it runs and drives, something please.

[@4xFredWilliams]

yes. ill do an update when i prep it to sell

[@davemorgan8388]

Good stuff Fred! Keep the flatfender tech coming please. My 46 2A and I are fans. Those are Dualmatic hubs btw, very cool.

[@mr.espeedshop4839]

I'm keeping my flatfender a "sleeper". It's a 3B so has an F head but I put a weber carb on it, Brennans Geo disk brakes, BigWillys sliders, a lockrite in the front and a TRE air locker in the rear. So it looks mostly stock but drives and gets over stuff really well.

[@caseymuzio7609]

I mis DED I'm so glad your making videos now between ypu and Dave I can get my 4x4 fix from KZbin

[@junkyardsearcher6407]

Those blocks on the front springs probably prevent them from flipping. We have the same problem with my sons Wagoneer.

[@nealesmith1873]

Great flatfender content! I had a stock 1943 GPW for many years...super fun vehicle!

[@jameszurlinden8925]

Great video Fred! Glad to see more Dirt Dailys popping in now! Keep it up, always great info to learn from.

[@chrisowen5497]

Love this project! Keep the videos coming.

[@dougmclean8328]

Hey Fred. Love the flat fender. I am working on a 51 M38. I had the same happen to me with the lug nut. And same driver's side frt wheel. I also changed all my lug nuts to the bigger ones also. Running the stock rims but on BFG Km3's. 7.50x16. Looking forward to watching you work on this as i am in the same stages. Keeping mostly stock. Just tires are mostly the un stock thing. Has pto winch. Hoping to get it wheeling by late spring. Looking forward to more episode's on the jeep

[@wes11bravo]

I love the M38. Something about former military vics, possibly down to me getting my first military driver's license on an M151A2 (totally different animal, I know). Definitely try to keep it as stock looking as possible. I would say "they're not making any more of them" but they actually are making about 75% of what you need to build an almost brand new M38!

[@dougmclean8328]

@wes11bravo yes. Just want to upgrade the brakes to disk, and lockers,axles. But that's it. Hope to get it running next weekend. Have new points,etc, water pump. Going to clean the gas tank, put a inline fuel filter on it as well. Just use a jerry can to get in running, as I know it's clean. I live in Canada. Have bought some parts here. And from U. S.

[@dominicbutero4523]

Thanks for the knowledge Fred! I got a 47 Willy’s from my uncle that has been in my family for about 40 years. Please keep the updates coming so I too can learn more about my cj2a!!!! 🔧

[@tb77073]

I love the flat fender videos. Please continue restoring.

[@chriscaruso9506]

Hay . Like the show. Love the flat fender

[@peashooterc9475]

Willys never 'matched' engines to vehicles. Looks original to me, congratulations.

[@iONsOffroad]

For the people that do it’s not just the lockers it’s the bigger axles Dana44 m220 axles worry free up to 37s to wrap it up into a payment rather then when ya decide ya need them ya need to take out a separate loan unless ya beer cans back and get the lockers

[@xmo552]

Watching this is cool for us motor heads that aren't familiar with these older Heeps. I've had/have a bunch of cars, trucks, projects, and a few 80s and newer Jeeps. I have an FC that's a long term project, but I have a 73 CJ5 that I'd like to get back together, rebuild, and drive soon. Watching you go through this one I can see what I'll be dealing with on the 5.

[@hotrodcasanova3574]

Fred, your video reminds me of a cool Mr Rogers/Bob Ross of 4x4 jeeps episode. When the lugnut wouldn't come off it reminded me of Bob Ross and his happy little trees to fix a painting. Good job.

[@JeremyMakesThings]

It looks like the tail light is lower than it should be, I would guess the hole that’s patched over is where it originally was and rotted out of got ripped off. When I got it, my CJ5 had about 5 sets of tail light mounting holes from them getting damaged or rusting out repeatedly.

[@Grampas-jeep]

The hole was a holdover from the wartime jeep where they had an electrical connection for trailers.

[@Mr-_-Leo]

Awesome video!! Love all details and information you’re sharing. Rock on, Fred!!!

[@j-port8818]

My dad had a 47 cj2a when I was a kid. I'll get one someday! Hard to find a good one on the east coast tho. Till then i'll just enjoy the cj5a I have. If I ever get it done. Keep up the great jeep content!

[@davidruppel1216]

Please keep working on the flat fender! Love learning about them.

[@christinedahlsilva7941]

my 47 2a had the same front bullet marker lamps as yours. those were the best looking ever!. my 63 cj5 has a breather hole in the dRiverside axle tube. looks like a 3/32 hole. can any one tell me why they would do that on the rear axle and put a breather on the front diff cover?? . I had a 47 in high school with hydraulic tank on the engine, PTO and gear box with a belt pulley on the rear bumper. real farm machinery bringing back a lot of memories. thank you

[@xmo552]

Everything you said about trying to get a project running with its stock running gear and totally stock configuration.... and everything about maybe trying to keep a stocker as a stocker and building something all out crazy from either a new body or what I do is I prefer to get a very rough body that nobody would want and build that up into my crazy dreams. What I'm trying to say not so eloquently with my ramblings is to try to keep stock rides as stock. I feel like that about old Cadillacs, Lincolns, and Model As. If you find a Hupmobile that's still all stock... respect it. It made it this far without anyone boogering it up into a rat rod. I picked up a 1934 Ford pickup cab to build a hot rod with. I could have easily bought a restored or nice stocker to build my dreams but if I know I'll be modifying alot I tend to leave the nice stuff to the collectors and I prefer to search out something rougher.

[@phillip.9524]

I am lucky enough to have a 43 Ford with matching chassis and engine numbers. It was issued to the Australian Army. Bought in 1956 from the Army by my Great Uncle. 🇦🇺🍺

[@Hickeyjones]

That thing is full of character. Just like Frank and Fred! More flatty tech!!

[@scottberg5080]

I laughed when you said the wood blocks might be important.

[@i976scirocco3]

Keep going Fred, I'd like to see more of this flat fender. It would be a great run around Jeep !

[@nathanclay5798]

Please keep making flat fender tech videos! Great video! 🙏

[@abefroman606]

Keep this series going man! Love it!

[@seans.youtube]

Dig the Flattie stuff, keep it coming! Been considering a new project and one of these may just be the ticket. JMO, the orange wheels really changed the personality of the little guy (in a good way), address the opportunities to get'em reliable and have fun with it!

[@trailridescj7528]

Good video Fred 🇺🇸

[@conniemcgehee2851]

we love these videos…keep them coming

[@tanco2158]

I love this little jeep...❤ Wish it was mine...😊 Fix it as is and just have fun...🤩✨

[@MatthewHarrington72]

Great video! Hope to get to see more of this beautiful project!!! Keep up the great work!!!

[@57WillysCJ]

I do like those wheels and tires. Very fitting to the era. One feature I have always liked is the underseat tool box. Could never figure out why people would delete them in a rebuild. Even if you didn't carry tools there what great storage spot for a soft top or no top vehicle. I believe the CJ2 also called the agriJeep had a lower gearing for pulling a plow. They tested them on college agriculture farms before the end of the war.

[@xmo552]

I never heard that about the gearing. Now I've got something to keep me up at night.

[@JeffBraden]

Great video! Learned a lot.

[@jessedavis4699]

Really liking the flatfender videos!

[@jeep2003]

Looks like a great jeep! Jealous at the lack of rust you guys have out there. Original tubs that nice are non existant here. Takes a month to rebuild the drivetrain and the rest of the year patching rust holes. You guys save alot of time.

[@matthewschneider2089]

Dude!!! great video!!! Flat fenders are really cool!!! Yes!!! More flat videos!!!✌️

[@JDS118]

Keep up the good work Fred! Always interesting content and this looks like a fun project.

[@toddmathews5261]

Love your videos Fred! Thanks for sharing 🤙🤙🤙

[@rodneyrosecrants8910]

Love flat fender projects

[@markroth9827]

My old CJ has soooo many opportunities.

[@jamisonsanecki4083]

Awesome bring this one back soon

[@jimhoward4749]

great video!...many years ago I had a "47..some one put a 283 in it before I got it

[@gerry-p9x]

Great vontent do a series of updates and safety mods Keeping it on a budget......

[@trevorj79]

Hey, that’s me at 13:23!

[@orangepartyhat]

Great video Fred!

[@stevegirard817]

Have witnessed many T90's rusted up from water running down thru the top plate/shifter handle. Would be my guess to your no rotation issue. Have a '46 also, enjoyed the video and subbed.

[@ThunderRoad70]

The problem is likely in the transmission. The T90’s are notorious for filling up with water through the shift tower. I noticed yours doesn’t have a boot (or much of one) on it and I bet from sitting out in the elements it has filled with water and rusted together. I have a 58 CJ5 that had that problem. Luckily somehow the water didn’t get into the transfer case too bad. I was able to save it but as for the transmission I just found another T90 to replace it with.

[@yoshinoyajones8924]

Totally agree love the dog, and dream of the best fish tacos and ice cold milk.

[@andybunn2910]

I hope to see you in a flaty at EJS .

[@jmclark5988]

That is absolutely cool

[@zerkfitting]

I'd really like to see that Jeep run again Fred.

[@americanrambler4972]

I kinda like your POS (Pile of Scrap) Jeep Flat fender. 1) it’s a more or less complete original ish Jeep with most of its original body and driveline installed. 2) It’s beat to poop. 3) It’s broke. A lot. 4) Has all manner of hack bits and pieces cobbled onto it. And 5) you’re going to get it to run again. Somehow.

[@1982jeepcj8]

I had a thought, check and see if the differentials are the same gear ratio. Since the hubs were locked its very possible that it was gear bound. edit, finished the video, it is gear bound in the TC, didn't see that coming, Dana18 is usually pretty bullet proof

[@christophersells9146]

That Wheel.... Has a (Ford)center opening..it's Smaller.. The (Dodge and Chevy) Use a Bigger opening... Sa far as I know...the old hubs are Spicer ones (Stock) that are larger..

[@jbcowherder6210]

this is good to know...

[@IsaacGossard-ij9vw]

Fred, I’ve got a full set of six volt stuff for a cj3a. Perfect condition. Generator, voltage regulator and starter. It’s real nice stuff. What should I do with it?It’s got nice paint on it and everything.

[@2024Trump_fan]

Let's get this thing driving!

[@Beat98TJ]

Woo! Old Jeep!

[@henryheise2274]

Great video Fred!! More flat fender tech please. Dont push this into the corner. Try to commit to get it running. : )

[@MikeWest_W]

Do the wood blocks help with cornering?

[@RustyInventions-wz6ir]

Just found your channel and Subscribed. Very nice jeep

[@bigbill709]

You can't go wrong with a Jeep

[@geniusanthony]

Is there a video for the Porsche, is it a type 597?

[@scottpetrie8707]

So good.

[@seanganser3640]

Let’s dig in ❤

[@yoshinoyajones8924]

oh yeah i want a 6wheel flat fender!!

[@fallingzeppelin69]

Yea, I’m gonna have to have a continued series on this Jeep Fred.

[@markpospichal1309]

Fred, with all your experience with Willys 134 engines and that of your many friends and past coworkers, I hope you can answer a question that has bugged me for a long time. In 50 years of running 134s, I have had five of them (two GPWs, a CJ2A and two F heads) spin rod bearings. One of the F heads had a fresh reground .030 under crank, the rest had Std bearings. The weird thing is that every single one was on number three cylinder. Is this a common problem due to a design flaw or just a bizarre coincidence? Any knowledgable input from other viewers would be welcome as well. Thanks for the interesting videos!

[@zerkfitting]

I don't know, Fred. I really feel vulnerable in your shop. I only have two feelings left, and they are really sensitive. For my sake/feelings, can we just call it a truck, or even an RV. I have to find a different safe space. LOL!

[@Gunmetalbluejeeptjs]

🔥🔥🔥

[@nicholasreed319]

Hmmm this could be a perfect candidate to swap in a gen V 4.3l.......

[@toddsmith4015]

More flat fender please

[@Frank-o7u7f]

would you be interested in selling the yellow jeep body

[@davidbutler5114]

Solectro locking hubs

[@ciscokidfab7595]

Hope you dont mind if I call my Willis Timmy.😁

[@mattluszczak8095]

whats the tyre called?

[@mattluszczak8095]

ok firestone knobby

[@randyhemker792]

👍👍😎

[@jbcowherder6210]

my son just was given a 1963 CJ3b that my mother in law had sitting in garage for the last 30 years. it orginally was an ex military jeep..... it's definately a trip working on those old jeeps. what's cool is there is still places that specialize in parts for them. unfortunately, someone put a 305 chevy in it.... and i can attest the frame in those jeeps DO NO like to have big engines installed. we are now looking for a much smaller and lighter drivetrain. awesome find Fred.