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Potato Power

According to their sign, this great looking Jeep had been “modified” to run on a potato coil. If it really was true (I had my doubts but I could be wrong) this takes all of those science experiments in school … Continue reading

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1978 Jeep Electruck

It had a cruising speed of 33-40 mph and a range of 29 miles.  While these are no longer in use (I think) the USPS is looking into bringing the concept back… but why? Teri  📷  

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1967 Ford M151A1 MUTT (Military Utility Tactical Truck)

In 1951 the Ford Motor Company was awarded the contract to develop new 1/4 ton 4×4 trucks to replace the old M38 series of Jeeps.  They first saw service in the U.S. Army in 1960 with production ceasing in 1982. … Continue reading

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1943 Ford GPW

In July of 1941, after a grueling trial and design competition initially won by Bantam, Willys-Overland Company was awarded the contract to produce a light, cross country recon vehicle ultimately named The Jeep. By October 1941, it became apparent that … Continue reading

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1945 Willys Overland Army Jeep MB

Well I wasn’t expecting to come across this when attending the car show but there it was and I had to salute it.  A 1945 Army Jeep with all of the I suppose you could say accessories/necessary bits that would’ve … Continue reading

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