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25-11-09, 06:35
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chassis number
John,
The serial number is 120595 and it turns out that the engine has possibly been replaced as the spot for the engine serial number is blank and the head is a willys not ford and could possibly be a CJ 2A engine.I won't know for sure until I take it out and steam it off but that is what it looks like for now. I have been searching for parts availability as I will need seats,bows,spare tire carrier,reflectors,etc and everything seems to be available either original or reproduction so it will be easier to restore and find parts to complete it.Do you have anybody in mind that is good to deal with for parts availability? Derk.
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1942 Ford universal carrier Mk 1 1943 Ford 60 cwt long CMP ambulance 1943 Ford GPW 1/4 ton stretcher jeep 1943 Bantam T-3 1/4 ton trailer BSA folding airborne bicycle ser#R5325 (early) 
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25-11-09, 22:04
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Derek,
This may help  Here are some links to two Jeep parts stockists/manufacturers here in Australia;http://www.richardmilitaryparts.com.au/ http://www.mvspares.com/ I am sure that you have come across their wares before. Both Richard and Darcy sell through most US Jeep parts vendors including the owner of 'the other forum'. With regard to Ford engine blocks, prior to purchasing a replacement Ford engine block, my advice is, make sure that you make the deal subject to crack (non destructive) testing by a reputable engine rebuilder. Unfortunately the Ford (not Wilson block) engine blocks are not as robust as the Willys engine block and are prone to cracking on the fire deck. Keep us posted on your restoration progress. Cheers John Wilson
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Out of interest what is the chassis and engine number. I have a 43 Ford Gpw 135997.
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