Motorpool Mania

The focus of the motorpool has been the 1943 Willys Jeep. A lot of miles have been put on it, and they were not easy miles. The vehicle is in need of some work, and the motor pool is digging in. So far, the front suspension and brakes have been taken care of. The engine was just removed, and they started taking it apart. It will take time to overhaul, but once it's done, it will be a beautiful example of a WWII Jeep!
(Photos Thanks to Brian Strom)

(Bill Atchison installs new brake cylinders)


(George Colaizy begins the dis-assembly of the engine)


(Jim Lauria and George keep at it)


(Bill and Amy work on the rear brakes)


(Jim Nelson assembles the new engine hoist)


(Randy Hendrickson sets the bearing race in a brake drum)


(Jim and Bill take a break, and pick a record to play on Bill's 1923 78 record player)


(Randy relaxes and enjoys his lunch and the music)


(Then it's back to work, getting ready to remove the engine and transmission)


(Engine and transmission are out... now the real work can begin!)


(George and Bill pull the engine and transmission apart. Keep up the good work guys!)