Hello from Idaho - with a '62 Audio Visual panel Delivery

[Kenaiboy]

I acquired a ‘62 panel from a friend by simply towing it out of his yard. It has the 230 Tornado, served as a military vehicle in Utah, then as a surplus vehicle in Washington State. Don't know of its private ownership, but it's mostly intact and mostly rust-free. But she's definitely been used sporting some love taps in several locations.

I'm mechanically declined, but what a great vehicle to learn on. Plan is to research the motor to see if it needs a swap. If I can get it running around the block, I'm thinking that'll be good enough.

Few pics from dragging it off the donors property. A free truck is a great start

 

[scramboleer]

Whoa. Congrats. That definitely is something special. I am not sure what the -09 on the end of the model number means. @Willys Overland @Bill Norris



There is a ton of info on the 230 OHC Tornado here in the OWF library. Save the Tornados and welcome aboard!

 

[Kenaiboy]

Whoa. Congrats. That definitely is something special. I am not sure what the -09 on the end of the model number means. @Willys Overland @Bill Norris

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There is a ton of info on the 230 OHC Tornado here in the OWF library. Save the Tornados and welcome aboard!

I appreciate the suggestion about the motor. I agree keeping things original is important.

 

[rocket]

Welcome to the Forum!

 

[Stakebed]

Whoa. Congrats. That definitely is something special. I am not sure what the -09 on the end of the model number means. @Willys Overland @Bill Norris

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There is a ton of info on the 230 OHC Tornado here in the OWF library. Save the Tornados and welcome aboard!

I agree Dan. Paul's book only shows a 54078-03. I'll be interested in what @Willys Overland has to write.

 

[Kenaiboy]

I'm wondering if this is because it's the engine modification that the military wanted?

 

[timd32]

Very cool, yeah it checks out for sure. Pretty unique ride you have. Welcome to the forum. The story makes sense vs the data plate shown.

 

[gimbelsjeep]

This is a very unusual serial number. Also it is number four. Does it have glove box nomenclature.

 

[Kenaiboy]

This is a very unusual serial number. Also it is number four. Does it have glove box nomenclature.

Yes, there's a brass plate with military info on the glove box door.

 

[Kenaiboy]

I'll snap a pic and attach it.

 

[Bubblehead617]

Welcome to the family! Where in Idaho? We've got a cabin near Weiser, ID. Our '49 2WD truck lives there. Les

 

[Kenaiboy]

Hi, I'm up north near CDA.

 

[JABJEEP]

A 4WD Panel Delivery with round wheel arches? That's a combo I've never noticed before. Assuming it's all original, and with that unusual -09 and it being vehicle #4 of how many total? That's got to be a piece of history. Nice catch!

 

[Kenaiboy]

I have no idea what I have. Just enamored with the panels. I'm grateful for the people here who have the expertise to help. I'm definitely not going to ruin it if it's unique by severe mods.

 

[JABJEEP]

Somebody was working on it and even spent some $$$ on a radiator.

 

[scramboleer]

Curious what the black-and-gold glove box data plate looks like. Here are a few great threads on the Tornado if you haven't found them already:

1. 230 Tornado build thread

   Hi Guys - I decided to make a build thread of my Tornado project. I have several other projects going on, so this will probably be fairly slow. I am a performance engine guy with quite a bit of experience on AMC's (yes I'm weird), but this is to be a fairly stock rebuild, with an effort to try...

   www.oldwillysforum.com
2. https://www.oldwillysforum.com/forum/index.php?threads/230-ohc-tornado-build.21441/
3. https://www.oldwillysforum.com/forum/index.php?threads/230-tornado-better-years.9939/
4. https://www.oldwillysforum.com/forum/index.php?threads/230-tornado-what-to-look-for.7262/

Here is some tech info from the library to add to the great points above:

1. http://www.oldwillysforum.com/forum/showthread.php?4167-230-OHC-service-bulletins-(1962-1966)
2. http://www.oldwillysforum.com/forum...-additional-support-to-the-front-engine-plate

Other articles:

1. http://www.oldwillysforum.com/forum/showthread.php?3438-1962-article-on-230-Tornado-six
2. http://www.oldwillysforum.com/forum...ectrical-specs-from-Sun-Electric-(circa-1965)

 

[Willys Overland]

It is a 4x4 Audio Visual Aid "AVA" vehicle. Observe evidence of a roof rack (weld spots above roof drip rail) and maybe a second fuel tank to feed a 120 volt generator on the left rear quarter. The "7" in the 54078 designated the 230 OHC.

 

[Tralehead]

Welcome and WOW, what a score! I would have paid dearly for that, it's tough finding a 230 panel in 4wd. And if it has the military version of the Tornado you're a leg up on stuff like better motor mounts, etc. And I can say from experience that a 230 makes a great driver, I've had a chance behind the wheel of one and it comes damclose to the feel of my 350 SBC.
You've already got a Glad with the "Willys" trim, complete with an angry birds grille; save the mods for that and keep the real Willys as origianal as you can, you're in a special club with that one! Lucky guy...

 

[Willys Overland]

I don't think the Military 230 OHC came out till 1967 ? So the 230 is likely the civilian model.

I also love the factory Tow hooks.

I tried to narrow down the year but I'm in El Dorado Hills for a few days and the data is in Ohio...

 

[rocket]

My 62 4x4 Wagon has the brass plate on the glove box. The Supply Arm of Service it was delivered to is blank.

https://www.oldwillysforum.com/forum/index.php?threads/willys-on-military-naval-base.19524/post-214544