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Discussion in 'Flat Fender Tech' started by Kelse, Dec 11, 2005.

  1. Dec 11, 2005
    Kelse

    Kelse New Member

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    Whats a new L-Head engine worth, ???

    Brand new Still in the crate and wrapped in the cloth sack with Aluminum foil backing with inserts in the spark plug holes that prevent dampness from entering,, it's a military crate,, late forties I think???

    I'm not interested in selling,,just wondering about dollar value ??

    Thanks
    Kelse
     
  2. Dec 11, 2005
    timgr

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    Probably most depends on whether it's a military engine or civilian. A WAG? If it's a complete engine, at least $1000, probably more.
     
  3. Dec 11, 2005
    Glenn

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    I wouldn't want to sell it either if it was mine. Can you post some pictures of it, including the head, distributor, etc. Prefix of the serial number will also tell what it is. I'd love to see it just to drool. :hurrican:
     
  4. Dec 11, 2005
    Rondog

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    Where on Earth did you score that?
     
  5. Dec 11, 2005
    junkfood

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    Did they have aluminum foil in the 40's?
    Keith
     
  6. Dec 12, 2005
    Mojave

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    Aluminum foil started replacing tin foil around 1910, with the changeover pretty much complete before WWII.

    As to the value of the engine, it would depend on the local market. If this was an original 40's "crated" factory engine, I would have it appraised by an automotive museum, prior to pulling it from the crate. If it's a depot or private rebuild, I would price it at $1000-$1500. A used, running L-head goes for about $500 around these parts. Low mileage can add to the value (hard to prove!); a tired, leaky engine will sell for much less.
     
  7. Dec 12, 2005
    Bill F

    Bill F Finally running

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    If it is an NOS MB/GPW engine it would sell for $3000-3500. If it is an NOS M38 engine around $1500, if it is a CJ engine around $1000-$1500 as long as it is brand new and not a rebuild
     
  8. Dec 12, 2005
    Kodiak12060

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    Do you have a casting number on this engine?
     
  9. Dec 12, 2005
    junkfood

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    I would think it would be worth more crated to a collector than as a new running uncrated motor.
    Keith
     
  10. Dec 12, 2005
    Bill F

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    The key would be to leave it crated. It is worth more. But you still need to try to get the numbers off it to varify what jeep it was meant for
     
  11. Dec 12, 2005
    Kelse

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    I think it is orignal,, late 40's or possibly early 50's,, the crate is unopened and has Air Force markings

    The engine is not Equipped with a carb, Gen or starter,, If memory serves me correct it does have exhaust & intake manafolds, oil filter and for sure flywheel that is tapped for clutch & pressure plates

    I bid and won two crate engines from a surplus auction put on by the city of Dickson Tn. I have opened one crate and sold that engine to a Canadian Flat fender fan,, though I have grossly under priced it,, the remaining engine and the trip is paid for

    I'm searching for the Pics I took of the one I previously sold,,didn't have any luck locating them last night


    Kelse
     
  12. Dec 12, 2005
    48cj2a

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    Send me the NSN number and I'll check my NOS Air Force M38 Parts Manual and see if it's listed.
     
  13. Dec 12, 2005
    Kelse

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    Here's a Pic of the crate
     
  14. Dec 13, 2005
    53Flattie

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    Chuck

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    Heavy (680) for not having all the accessories.
     
  16. Dec 27, 2005
    BruceW

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    Heck the crate alone prob'ly weighs 200. BW
     
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