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A Frame Off Restoration

November 2016
Phase V | April 2017

All Wrapped Up

Nov/07/2016 Filed in: Phase V
Jeep Cover
All wrapped up for the Winter with a note: “Do not open until Spring!”

Prep for Winter Storage

Nov/06/2016 Filed in: Phase V
Winter Prep
We prepared the Jeep for an eight month storage. We filled the gas tank, added a preservative to the fuel, slightly over inflated the tires, covered seats and put it on wheel dollies. We’ll put a car cover over the Jeep and let it hibernate for the winter—kind of sad.

Last Outing for the Season

Nov/04/2016 Filed in: Phase V
Last Ride 2016
We took the jeep out for its last outing before putting it away for its long winter’s nap. It seemed appropriate to go back to Dick’s Drive-In, the same place we went to on the first trip of the season.
1953 M38A1 Navy Jeep

Phase V Driving

Driving the vehicle in parades, around the neighborhood, or to and from car shows is a satisfying summer experience. We love the fact that it honors our veterans, the Navy SeaBees and the rich Jeep history.

Click the Phase V link below and scroll to the bottom to see the progression.