Cobrahistorian Posted June 18, 2012 Share Posted June 18, 2012 Should be bringing her home in a week or two. She needs a LOT of work, but is all matching (tub, block, data plate and frame) and has about 60% of her original paint. It looks like she may have served with the 4th Armored Division, as there's a faint 4-delta visible on the left rear bumperette and a similar marking on the right front. Can't tell the battalion yet, but hoping it'll come out soon. I'm seeing evidence of a "37-delta", but I think that's probably my imagination. The coolest thing though is she's already named. Over both rear fenders she still bears the name "Race Horse"! In memory of 1LT Julius C. Goldman, XO of F/330th, 83rd Infantry Division 1944-45. Looking for P-47 and Tactical Reconnaissance Unit photographs and any items associated with WWII Jewish fighter pilots. Link to post Share on other sites
vostoktrading Posted June 18, 2012 Share Posted June 18, 2012 That's great! You got some work ahead of you... Maybe John Wood or Creighton Abrams rode around in that thing back in the day?! Jon. "As long as man exists, there will be war. The only way to avoid trouble is to have the best Army, Navy and Air Force." George S. Patton, Jr. SAVE THE A-10! Link to post Share on other sites
Johan Willaert Posted June 18, 2012 Share Posted June 18, 2012 That is one nice looking and very original Jeep! '29th,Let's Go!' Link to post Share on other sites
Jeeper704 Posted June 18, 2012 Share Posted June 18, 2012 A 4AD Jeep? No way! :drool2: Erwin 704th Tank Destroyer Battalion Link to post Share on other sites
Cobrahistorian Posted June 18, 2012 Author Share Posted June 18, 2012 If anyone wants to speculate on which battalion it was assigned to, here's the bumperette. Definitely seeing a 4-Delta at the top (shows up much better in natural light) and I'm not sure what I'm seeing below it. Here's what I'm seeing. The 37 is speculative, but i am seeing a 7 and another triangle. In memory of 1LT Julius C. Goldman, XO of F/330th, 83rd Infantry Division 1944-45. Looking for P-47 and Tactical Reconnaissance Unit photographs and any items associated with WWII Jewish fighter pilots. Link to post Share on other sites
lewis505 Posted June 18, 2012 Share Posted June 18, 2012 One word - YAHTZEE!!! Well done & congrats! Crapgame: Then make a DEAL! Big Joe: What kind of deal?Crapgame: A DEAL, deal! Maybe the guy's a Republican. "Business is business," right? Link to post Share on other sites
carbinephalen Posted June 18, 2012 Share Posted June 18, 2012 Niiiiice! You are seriously going to have to stock up on the Testors model paint for this one!! Haha! Visit My 76th Division Collection Website! http://76thdivisioncollection.blogspot.com/ Always looking for 76th Infantry Division Items and Information!! 385th, 304th, and 417th Infantry Regiments : 355th, 364th, 901st, 302nd Field Artillery Battalions 301st Medical and 301st Engineer Battalions Link to post Share on other sites
tsakers85 Posted June 18, 2012 Share Posted June 18, 2012 Way to go! Where did you locate this gem at? T.S. Akers, MAAlways looking for US Army and Air Force General Officer uniforms and hats.http://gouniforms.blogspot.com/ Link to post Share on other sites
Sabrejet Posted June 18, 2012 Share Posted June 18, 2012 Envious? Me?!! :jeal0001: "We shall defend our island, whatever the cost may be. We shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds, we shall fight in the fields and in the streets, we shall fight in the hills; we shall never surrender!" Winston Churchill " Life is what happens to you when you're busy making other plans." John Winston Lennon Link to post Share on other sites
Laurent M. Posted June 18, 2012 Share Posted June 18, 2012 Very nice jeep, you can't dream of a better original vehicle with original markings and nickname!! I was just thinking: "If I was rich enough and had the chance the find such a nice jeep, I will leave it in its original condition". I mean, it's just like finding a nice M1 helmet with original paint and markings (even 60%) and repaint it I won't do that and you won't either. But, it is'nt just a helmet, it is a vehicle. My second idea was the same as Ian had (Me, envious...?) Congratulations. Link to post Share on other sites
Cobrahistorian Posted June 18, 2012 Author Share Posted June 18, 2012 The plan right now is to leave as much original paint as possible. Unfortunately, the tub is rusted through in MANY places, so there's a lot of metal that's going to need to be replaced. The floor between the seats is GONE. I want to get it up and running and safe to drive. After that, I'm planning on leaving it alone. Jon In memory of 1LT Julius C. Goldman, XO of F/330th, 83rd Infantry Division 1944-45. Looking for P-47 and Tactical Reconnaissance Unit photographs and any items associated with WWII Jewish fighter pilots. Link to post Share on other sites
Steve B. Posted June 18, 2012 Share Posted June 18, 2012 NICE! Say goodby to ll your spare time and money! You will want to get familiar with the following website: www.g503.com Enjoy! Collecting 3rd Armored Division items of all kinds from all eras, specializing in the 36th Armored Infantry Regiment. Link to post Share on other sites
Cobrahistorian Posted June 18, 2012 Author Share Posted June 18, 2012 Again only speculating, but it could also be 14th AD, 47th Tank Battalion... Gonna see what I can do to pull out any more detail. Steve, I'm already on the Gee. In fact, the jeep's been talked about on there quite a bit. I've just purchased it from my coworker who got it from the original 1946 owner: https://jeepdraw.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=96&t=170877 In memory of 1LT Julius C. Goldman, XO of F/330th, 83rd Infantry Division 1944-45. Looking for P-47 and Tactical Reconnaissance Unit photographs and any items associated with WWII Jewish fighter pilots. Link to post Share on other sites
plick27 Posted June 18, 2012 Share Posted June 18, 2012 That's awesome Jon, congrats!! Like the new avatar too. RJ RJ Always looking for WWII era 45th Infantry related items "Semper Anticus" Link to post Share on other sites
Johan Willaert Posted June 18, 2012 Share Posted June 18, 2012 The great thing about this Jeep is that is still exactly like when it was put away after its Army use... So there will most probably be no post WW2 parts on it... That being said it would be great if you could keep it as is , but as you say, if it's too far gone, restoration is the only option... IMO you should fully register all of the specifics of this Jeep (markings, added accessories etc..) so that you can reproduce all of it during and after rebuild... This is a great opportunity to recreate the Jeep just like it was used by GIs back in WW2... Not many of us have such a great project to start with... Take it slowly and start by acquiring manuals and books... If you haven't yet, join the MVPA and register at G503... Study Jeeps at shows and on the internet... Get the correct tools and remember, do it right first time, no matter how long it takes... This is one GPW that deserves the best restoration it can get... Great Jeep!!! '29th,Let's Go!' Link to post Share on other sites
Cobrahistorian Posted June 18, 2012 Author Share Posted June 18, 2012 Johan, I'm probably going to spend the first few days after it gets here just photographing everything. After that, I'm going to come up with a complete restoration plan and take things slowly. I'll probably start on the transfer case first, since it's already apart and I've got the rebuild kit for it. After that, I'll probably pull the tub, and check out how bad the frame is and start patching as needed. I'm in no rush to get her out on the road, but I certainly plan to in the long run! Jon In memory of 1LT Julius C. Goldman, XO of F/330th, 83rd Infantry Division 1944-45. Looking for P-47 and Tactical Reconnaissance Unit photographs and any items associated with WWII Jewish fighter pilots. Link to post Share on other sites
AAF_Collection Posted June 18, 2012 Share Posted June 18, 2012 That looks very nice Jon!. Like Laurent says if it were mine I'd be looking to keep the original patina as much as possible. If you like I'll send you some pics of my Dodge WC-52 which is in about the same condition,ex 493rd Bomb Group-Eighth Air Force. Looking forward to seeing more pics once you have her home!. Matt. Collecting WWII and pre-war Air Corps items-Unit Histories,Uniforms,Medals and Groupings. *Seeking Pre-WWII Air Corps Officers and Enlisted Dress Uniform items!* Link to post Share on other sites
cutiger83 Posted June 18, 2012 Share Posted June 18, 2012 Jon, Congrats! I am beyond jealous! I can't believe you bought something with wheels! I thought you flew ABOVE the road not ON the road! ...Kat Link to post Share on other sites
Cobrahistorian Posted June 19, 2012 Author Share Posted June 19, 2012 Jon, Congrats! I am beyond jealous! I can't believe you bought something with wheels! I thought you flew ABOVE the road not ON the road! ...Kat Kat, Yeah, this is one of those bucket list things for me. I wanted a jeep. I REALLY wanted a jeep with history. This one is pretty incredible. Looking at bringing her home next week and I'll start posting pics then. Jon In memory of 1LT Julius C. Goldman, XO of F/330th, 83rd Infantry Division 1944-45. Looking for P-47 and Tactical Reconnaissance Unit photographs and any items associated with WWII Jewish fighter pilots. Link to post Share on other sites
fstop61 Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 Only in my wildest dreams.........maybe one day...Glad you were able to score. Congrats! Keep us posted on the progress. Looking for: Fourth/ Seventh Rhode Island Infantry items Purple Heart : Robert L. Freitag KIA ETO 2/11/45 Any US/German items with the last name "Freitag" also, war-related posters Link to post Share on other sites
zepher11 Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 I love the look and agree that it is a bonus finding one with history. I really wish I knew some past history on my project Jeep. I'm with keeping the orginal paint as is and seeing if you can work around it to get 'er back on the road! The transfer case is a good place to start. I just set my TC on the bench yesterday, and I will be pulling it apart over the next few days. Of course, I have no idea what I'm doing, but that's the fun of it! Congrats and good luck! Zeph Collecting WWII USAAF Militaria and a Few WWII Vehicles Along the Way Link to post Share on other sites
Cobrahistorian Posted June 20, 2012 Author Share Posted June 20, 2012 Zeph, I'm taking your lead on this one! I'm just slightly less than clueless, but I think I've got a firm grasp on exactly what I don't know. This is going to be a long-term project, hopefully one my boys will grow to appreciate and participate in. When I do register it, I'm going to see if I can keep the original 1950 Oklahoma Farm Truck license plate that's on it. Needs blasting and painting, but it's now part of the jeep's history, so why not?! Jon In memory of 1LT Julius C. Goldman, XO of F/330th, 83rd Infantry Division 1944-45. Looking for P-47 and Tactical Reconnaissance Unit photographs and any items associated with WWII Jewish fighter pilots. Link to post Share on other sites
Cobrahistorian Posted June 30, 2012 Author Share Posted June 30, 2012 Well, Race Horse came home today! Already pulled the top bows and the side view mirror. Lots of neat F-marked stuff, but not all of the bolts are F-marked. I'm looking at the transfer case now and the gears are for the most part in decent shape. Pics in just a bit! Jon In memory of 1LT Julius C. Goldman, XO of F/330th, 83rd Infantry Division 1944-45. Looking for P-47 and Tactical Reconnaissance Unit photographs and any items associated with WWII Jewish fighter pilots. Link to post Share on other sites
carbinephalen Posted June 30, 2012 Share Posted June 30, 2012 looking forward to it! Visit My 76th Division Collection Website! http://76thdivisioncollection.blogspot.com/ Always looking for 76th Infantry Division Items and Information!! 385th, 304th, and 417th Infantry Regiments : 355th, 364th, 901st, 302nd Field Artillery Battalions 301st Medical and 301st Engineer Battalions Link to post Share on other sites
Cobrahistorian Posted June 30, 2012 Author Share Posted June 30, 2012 Spent two hours working on the jeep this afternoon. I figured I'd start with the windshield, since it was the most visible area of damage and the quickest fix. I got the remnants of the glass out, pulled the wipers and started with disassembling the inner frame. Still have lots to go. Also pulled off the right side grab handle with the help of my trusty assistant (my 3 year old!). I clamped the nut while he worked the ratchet. I also looked over the transmission and transfer case. Needs work, but it isn't as bad as I thought it might be. There are a couple chipped teeth on one of the gears and some minor pitting on the others, but overall things look good. In memory of 1LT Julius C. Goldman, XO of F/330th, 83rd Infantry Division 1944-45. Looking for P-47 and Tactical Reconnaissance Unit photographs and any items associated with WWII Jewish fighter pilots. Link to post Share on other sites
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