The Jalopy Journal

WICKEDJOHN · 08-06-2009, 06:52 PM

Hey Steve,
You know I'll be watching the '32 build!....Your off to a great start.....I knew that car had a great solid body!!.....Keep up the good work!.....Man, I really dig this car......I'm glad you ended up with the Willys.....It's in great hands!....John

**milwscruffy** · 08-07-2009, 01:40 PM

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Originally Posted by WICKEDJOHN

Hey Steve,
You know I'll be watching the '32 build!....Your off to a great start.....I knew that car had a great solid body!!.....Keep up the good work!.....Man, I really dig this car......I'm glad you ended up with the Willys.....It's in great hands!....John

Thanks, was going to convert it to a two door but the body was just too nice to cut up. Can't believe those words came out of my mouth, i can usually butcher anything. Must be getting old and soft.

montclaire · 08-08-2009, 12:28 PM

I just saw this post. I have a 1931 Willys 97. Yours is definately a 32. If you have any questions it's probably best to email me since I don't get on here too much anymore. I'd be very interested to hear what you come up with for the front brakes. If you're ditching any sheetmetal or other parts, I'd like a heads up.
Thanks
montclairemotors@yahoo.com

BTW. I know you're thinking chevy power, but a jeep 4.0 is nearly the exact same dimensions as the stock sleve valved six it came with. Might be worth looking into, probably what mine will get if I can't keep the stock motor going.

montclaire · 08-08-2009, 04:11 PM

Here's my 31. It looks like you only have one piece of running board trim - I'm missing a side and if you won't be using it I'd be interested in buying it off you.

**milwscruffy** · 08-08-2009, 06:16 PM

Howdy, just got done with about 13 hours of sandblasting and 4 hours of clean up. Jeez that job never gets any more enjoyable. Well as you can see everything on the frame is clean and good to go. Getting the old brackets off was tons of fun. Were'nt bolts invented by 1932? Removed a lot of ford rivets in the past and these have got them beat for hard to remove 10 fold. I'll quit whinning now. The plan of attack for the coming week is for my buddy Ken to finish up paint removal and some small patch work on the body and am shooting for primer by next weekend. Tommorow i'm starting on the engine and trans, a day late but what the hey. Ater that i'll try to locate a steering box and mount it, then the motor and trans mounts.I have two questions for the experts on the H.A.M.B.. I think i'm going to give up on the vega box and go for something beefer. I'm looking for a manual box , rear steer with the pitman arm in the middle of the travel at the 6 O'clock position. Also when you turn the steering wheel left the arm will move forward. Second, on the stock steering arms there are balls on the steering arms that the tie rod pivots on. Are these threaded in or pressed in. I can get it to move about a 1/4 turn each way and thats about it. Figured i'd ask before i drill them out. Finally, note to self , wear a long sleeved sweat shirt when you sand blast DUMBASS!!!!

**milwscruffy** · 08-08-2009, 06:43 PM

Figured i'd clarify the steering box question. What i'm looking to do is turn the steering box 90 degrees , mounting it to the bottom of the frame with the splined shaft to the outside of the frame. The drag link will go to the drivers side spindle. PM with any ideas. Searchs some threads bur did'nt really come up with anything. Thanks Scruff

**milwscruffy** · 08-09-2009, 10:02 AM

Well with a good nights sleep and a clear head i've managed to answer both my questions. Steering pivots were threaded in and then peened over on the bottoms, little grinding did the trick. And as for the steering box, after looking at it again, i'll be making a new steering arm off the drivers spindle which will move it up parallel with the ground, that way i can use the awesome Maverick box that i have. Probably as common as a 32 Willys! Thanks for the help.

ChevyII · 08-10-2009, 12:20 AM

Nice Slip with the Sand Blaster Steve, How long did it take you to dig the sand out? lmao.... I may stop by after work Later today if you need a hand.

motorhead711 · 08-10-2009, 01:55 AM

Good luck with the project man!

Pitbullgoingpostal · 08-10-2009, 02:04 AM

I LOVE that grill

**milwscruffy** · 08-10-2009, 04:23 AM

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Originally Posted by ChevyII

Nice Slip with the Sand Blaster Steve, How long did it take you to dig the sand out? lmao.... I may stop by after work Later today if you need a hand.

Charlie we'll be out there, did about 32 hours this past weekend. Not bad for a couple of old farts!

ChevyII · 08-11-2009, 09:39 PM

Maybe I'll change this Drawing with the 32 Willys instead lol

**milwscruffy** · 08-12-2009, 03:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chevyii

maybe i'll change this drawing with the 32 willys instead lol

nope!!!

DRUGASM · 08-15-2009, 02:45 AM

lookin good,...makin some good progress. good idea on the steering box, too.

Rich Venza · 08-15-2009, 09:23 AM

It's been a week since the last set of photos. You guys must be working so hard you don't have time for a photo update!

**RichFox** · 08-15-2009, 09:46 AM

Some day when you have a little free time. (After your done) could you take some pictures of the Knight engine? I have never seen one and thought they would look strange with all the monky motion drive. But from what I can see it's not so. Just interested.

dirt t · 08-15-2009, 10:14 AM

Thanks for sharing,looking forward to more pics

F&J · 08-15-2009, 10:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RichFox

Some day when you have a little free time. (After your done) could you take some pictures of the Knight engine? I have never seen one and thought they would look strange with all the monky motion drive. But from what I can see it's not so. Just interested.

From what I have seen, the "monkey" stuff is all inside.

The Willy Knight and Yellow Knight auto dealers had desktop small cutaway display models made to show customers how the sleeves worked. These models were made of potmetal and most all remaining ones are broken where the sleeves attach to the linkages.

I did have one decades ago and it was broken. I used to see a few at Hershey for sale. About 6" tall, showing just one cylinder with sleeves.

Ralph Moore · 08-15-2009, 11:39 AM

RichFox,
Go to the Willys Knight registry online and they have a cutaway view of the Knight engine. The sleeves are controlled by a second "crankshaft" and rods. I am researching repair of this engine in case I can't get the 31 I'm working on to free up.
If I can't, well then I'm tearing into it this winter.

**milwscruffy** · 08-15-2009, 12:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rich Venza

It's been a week since the last set of photos. You guys must be working so hard you don't have time for a photo update!

I will post some pic's either tonight or tommrow depending on when i have the strenght to push down the button on the camera. It's been a hell of a week ,but are still managing to have fun, not too much sleep but fun. We're to the point where we look at each other and say who's stupid frick'n idea was this? Just kidding.

08-06-2009, 06:52 PM	#61
WICKEDJOHN Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: UP NORTH Posts: 967	Re: 1932 Willys...barn find to runner in thirty days. Hey Steve, You know I'll be watching the '32 build!....Your off to a great start.....I knew that car had a great solid body!!.....Keep up the good work!.....Man, I really dig this car......I'm glad you ended up with the Willys.....It's in great hands!....John __________________ IT'S OK, ALL MY PERSONALITIES SEEM TO GET ALONG...

08-08-2009, 12:28 PM	#63
montclaire Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Dunmore, PA Posts: 514	Re: 1932 Willys...barn find to runner in thirty days. I just saw this post. I have a 1931 Willys 97. Yours is definately a 32. If you have any questions it's probably best to email me since I don't get on here too much anymore. I'd be very interested to hear what you come up with for the front brakes. If you're ditching any sheetmetal or other parts, I'd like a heads up. Thanks montclairemotors@yahoo.com BTW. I know you're thinking chevy power, but a jeep 4.0 is nearly the exact same dimensions as the stock sleve valved six it came with. Might be worth looking into, probably what mine will get if I can't keep the stock motor going. __________________ WANTED: Sheetmetal, door handles, and Landau bars for 1931/32 Willys Models 97 and 98

08-08-2009, 04:11 PM	#64
montclaire Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Dunmore, PA Posts: 514	Re: 1932 Willys...barn find to runner in thirty days. Here's my 31. It looks like you only have one piece of running board trim - I'm missing a side and if you won't be using it I'd be interested in buying it off you. __________________ WANTED: Sheetmetal, door handles, and Landau bars for 1931/32 Willys Models 97 and 98

08-08-2009, 06:16 PM	#65
milwscruffy Alliance Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Lost in Space Posts: 1,846	Re: 1932 Willys...barn find to runner in thirty days. Howdy, just got done with about 13 hours of sandblasting and 4 hours of clean up. Jeez that job never gets any more enjoyable. Well as you can see everything on the frame is clean and good to go. Getting the old brackets off was tons of fun. Were'nt bolts invented by 1932? Removed a lot of ford rivets in the past and these have got them beat for hard to remove 10 fold. I'll quit whinning now. The plan of attack for the coming week is for my buddy Ken to finish up paint removal and some small patch work on the body and am shooting for primer by next weekend. Tommorow i'm starting on the engine and trans, a day late but what the hey. Ater that i'll try to locate a steering box and mount it, then the motor and trans mounts.I have two questions for the experts on the H.A.M.B.. I think i'm going to give up on the vega box and go for something beefer. I'm looking for a manual box , rear steer with the pitman arm in the middle of the travel at the 6 O'clock position. Also when you turn the steering wheel left the arm will move forward. Second, on the stock steering arms there are balls on the steering arms that the tie rod pivots on. Are these threaded in or pressed in. I can get it to move about a 1/4 turn each way and thats about it. Figured i'd ask before i drill them out. Finally, note to self , wear a long sleeved sweat shirt when you sand blast DUMBASS!!!! Attached Thumbnails __________________ *If all else fails........give me another beer.*

08-08-2009, 06:43 PM	#66
milwscruffy Alliance Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Lost in Space Posts: 1,846	Re: 1932 Willys...barn find to runner in thirty days. Figured i'd clarify the steering box question. What i'm looking to do is turn the steering box 90 degrees , mounting it to the bottom of the frame with the splined shaft to the outside of the frame. The drag link will go to the drivers side spindle. PM with any ideas. Searchs some threads bur did'nt really come up with anything. Thanks Scruff __________________ *If all else fails........give me another beer.*

08-09-2009, 10:02 AM	#67
milwscruffy Alliance Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Lost in Space Posts: 1,846	Re: 1932 Willys...barn find to runner in thirty days. Well with a good nights sleep and a clear head i've managed to answer both my questions. Steering pivots were threaded in and then peened over on the bottoms, little grinding did the trick. And as for the steering box, after looking at it again, i'll be making a new steering arm off the drivers spindle which will move it up parallel with the ground, that way i can use the awesome Maverick box that i have. Probably as common as a 32 Willys! Thanks for the help. __________________ *If all else fails........give me another beer.*

08-10-2009, 12:20 AM	#68
ChevyII Grenade Inspector Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Milwaukee,WI. Posts: 126	Re: 1932 Willys...barn find to runner in thirty days. Nice Slip with the Sand Blaster Steve, How long did it take you to dig the sand out? lmao.... I may stop by after work Later today if you need a hand. __________________ Give me a Welder or a Pabst. Either way I'm Happy !

08-10-2009, 01:55 AM	#69
motorhead711 Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Lakeport, California Posts: 738	Re: 1932 Willys...barn find to runner in thirty days. Good luck with the project man! __________________ ...."boys....things are bad."

08-10-2009, 02:04 AM	#70
Pitbullgoingpostal Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: South Side of the Tracks-Grand Prairie, TX Posts: 404	Re: 1932 Willys...barn find to runner in thirty days. I LOVE that grill __________________ My Daddy left home when I was three. He didn't leave much to Ma and me. Just this old guitar and an empty bottle of booze...

08-11-2009, 09:39 PM	#72
ChevyII Grenade Inspector Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Milwaukee,WI. Posts: 126	Re: 1932 Willys...barn find to runner in thirty days. Maybe I'll change this Drawing with the 32 Willys instead lol __________________ Give me a Welder or a Pabst. Either way I'm Happy !

08-15-2009, 02:45 AM	#74
DRUGASM Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: California Central Valley Posts: 2,324	Re: 1932 Willys...barn find to runner in thirty days. lookin good,...makin some good progress. good idea on the steering box, too. __________________ Satan's Chauffeurs, Merced

08-15-2009, 09:23 AM	#75
Rich Venza Old School HAMBer Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Suwanee, GA...but grew up in North Jersey Posts: 4,191	Re: 1932 Willys...barn find to runner in thirty days. It's been a week since the last set of photos. You guys must be working so hard you don't have time for a photo update! __________________ YES...Fiberglass is traditional!

08-15-2009, 09:46 AM	#76
RichFox Alliance Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: San Mateo, Ca. Posts: 6,023	Re: 1932 Willys...barn find to runner in thirty days. Some day when you have a little free time. (After your done) could you take some pictures of the Knight engine? I have never seen one and thought they would look strange with all the monky motion drive. But from what I can see it's not so. Just interested.

08-15-2009, 10:14 AM	#77
dirt t Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Kingman,AZ Posts: 2,004	Re: 1932 Willys...barn find to runner in thirty days. Thanks for sharing,looking forward to more pics

08-15-2009, 11:39 AM	#79
Ralph Moore Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: North Pole, Alaska Posts: 402	Re: 1932 Willys...barn find to runner in thirty days. RichFox, Go to the Willys Knight registry online and they have a cutaway view of the Knight engine. The sleeves are controlled by a second "crankshaft" and rods. I am researching repair of this engine in case I can't get the 31 I'm working on to free up. If I can't, well then I'm tearing into it this winter. __________________ This car might even be better than Darryl Starbirds Superfleck Moonbird.

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