1954 Willys Jeep Pickup review from North America

Got the truck when my dad passed away.

Some body work needed due to use as a work truck by the original owner.

Original flat top switched out to a Chevy 350 due to the old engine being rusted out.

Had to shorten the drive line to fit the distance between tranny and rear axle.

Rear axle switched out to stock Chevy.

4 wheel drive unit needs to be replaced due to compatibility issues.

Still has the original 3 speed tranny, but needs repair/replacement due to losing second gear.

Runs great on backroads/city driving. Not the best to take on the freeway due to rattling at high speeds and the low gear ratios in the tranny.

Interior needs work. Seats are old and worn with holes in the material.

Floor boards starting to rust through.

Gas pedal footpad broke, welded on 2x6 piece of sheet metal, still works fine.

Replaced the head lamp floor dimmer switch due to rust.

Overall a nice looking truck.

Takes time to find parts for, but easy to maintain/repair due to the low appearance of electronic components.

Plan to restore it as much as possible and then turn into a tribute to my dad.

Feel safer in this than in my 95 Sable, 92 Festiva or my 78 Datsun.

Handling is a pain the the rear due to lack of power steering, but can by made easier with a trucker knob attached to the steering wheel.

Cabin a bit cramped, but it was built in a time of utility and not comfort.