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jeep in a box
What are the iconic form factors for the automobile? The Model T Ford, the Volkswagen Type I, and the 1942 Ford Jeep.
Reproduction pieces and parts are availble for all three, but for instance, a complete VW Type II bus body would be $17K. These Jeep bodies are ~$4K and as shown in the video they are made of 'Galvanneal' steel. This would be a serious foundation for whatever build was desired: diesel offroader, electric urban car, tractor for a foamie?
Personally, I'd go for a full aerodynamic add-on kit, a Veep-style rear engine electric drivetrain, and a top with four butterfly doors like the Ford Evos concept from 2011:
At one time there were stainless steel bodies coming out of the Phillipines. Here's a story about one such converted to electric:
autoevolution.com: Electric Jeep Willys Rocks Stainless Steel Body, Will Do 100 MPH
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07-01-2023, 03:08 AM
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The Jeep culture in the Philippines used to be stronger, with so many "owner-type" models which had some hot-rod vibes.
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Well Youtube un-alived the original video about Jeep in a Box. I only find out because I saw this new video:
We'll see how long this one lasts. For the record:
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https://thejeepsterman.com › products › jeep-in-crate-mb-1942-willys-jeep
Jeep in a Crate, 1942 Willys MB Kit - The JeepsterMan
Buy a reproduction 1942 Willys MB Jeep in a crate with body, frame, springs, tires, wheels and more. Learn about the history and myth of the Jeep in a crate after the war.
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Anyways, their using hand formed stainless steel bodies. There used to be an importer is Southern Oregon; and there's still the $4K Jeep in a box that needs some Toyota drivetrain. (Maybe Prius?) I'd want mine with the front suspension from a 1951 Jeepster:
https://www.motortrend.com/f/171719466.jpg
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I like the Philippine OTJ (owner-type Jeep) culture, yet I'd much rather make something more off-road oriented. Even if I were to do it like Gurgel and resort to a Volkswagen powertrain.
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Do it like Wil-Mac:
Gurgel had a space frame, the Scamp had a simple 2x4" rectangular tube frame connecting the VW front beam and rear torsion housing. Probably not much more than two straight rails.
The Jeep in a box would come with the military two-piece 16" wheels. They are 5 on 5.5" (140mm) bolt circle. Adapters would let you use them with VW/s 4x130 or 5x205.
Then you'd need a teardrop:
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