Hello G503
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Hello G503
I would like to introduce myself to this board forum formally.
My name is Scott Schiller.
Many of you know me from Facebook, Instagram, And YouTube.
I work for Ron Fitzpatrick Jeep Parts. My job is to make how to videos, bring attention to the quality products that Ron Fitzpatrick Jeep Parts has to offer.
My involvement came about because of my relentless pursuit to restore my World War II Army Veteran Grandfathers 1946 CJ2A.
He bought it when he returned from the war and plowed snow with it for decades in Scotia NY.
I restored it as a tribute to him, his life, and my love for him as a what some would call “a clone”.
I never intended to pass it off as something it wasn’t.
In fact, I doesn’t even belong to me anymore, I have it to my Son.
During my restoration, I found out very quickly that other vendors offered parts that I bought, EBay, online, recommendations from other early Jeep forum members.
I was disappointed very quickly, poor quality, money wasted.
More importantly frustration. Many of you know exactly what I am talking about.
A good “un-friend” of mine, Bo Turocy , asked me if I bought from RFJP. I scoffed. There is actually a video out there that tells the truth of what was really discussed.
Long story short, I did purchase from RFJP. I immediately noticed the difference. Quality, fair price, someone who was and still is to add, always willing to help.
I was ecstatic!!! With Ron’s help, as with many other fantastic people, I was able to complete Grandpas Jeep!!!
I made video’s about it, and people that were working with their Jeep projects were encouraged and excited about it as well.
We had an idea!!! So many love these ‘Ole Jeeps, and everyone here on this forum has their on reason why. It is absolutely amazing.
Lets restore a Jeep, using basic tools, in your own garage, in your backyard... so everyone who desires to, can. Let’s show them specifically how to do that, bolt by bolt, piece by piece.
I said...”I can do that”!
And we are.
I am no expert, I don’t know all the numbers, I don’t know half of the history that I probably should...but, I will.
I will because I’m willing, and because of people just like you reading this that are a wealth of knowledge and willing to share.
I was once called a simple cheerleader, the person who said it I believe meant it as an insult. I love the title. I am a cheerleader, one who believes in what he does, encourages others that do, and will promote and share what I truly believe in.
Proud to know people in this lifestyle....just like YOU
My name is Scott Schiller.
Many of you know me from Facebook, Instagram, And YouTube.
I work for Ron Fitzpatrick Jeep Parts. My job is to make how to videos, bring attention to the quality products that Ron Fitzpatrick Jeep Parts has to offer.
My involvement came about because of my relentless pursuit to restore my World War II Army Veteran Grandfathers 1946 CJ2A.
He bought it when he returned from the war and plowed snow with it for decades in Scotia NY.
I restored it as a tribute to him, his life, and my love for him as a what some would call “a clone”.
I never intended to pass it off as something it wasn’t.
In fact, I doesn’t even belong to me anymore, I have it to my Son.
During my restoration, I found out very quickly that other vendors offered parts that I bought, EBay, online, recommendations from other early Jeep forum members.
I was disappointed very quickly, poor quality, money wasted.
More importantly frustration. Many of you know exactly what I am talking about.
A good “un-friend” of mine, Bo Turocy , asked me if I bought from RFJP. I scoffed. There is actually a video out there that tells the truth of what was really discussed.
Long story short, I did purchase from RFJP. I immediately noticed the difference. Quality, fair price, someone who was and still is to add, always willing to help.
I was ecstatic!!! With Ron’s help, as with many other fantastic people, I was able to complete Grandpas Jeep!!!
I made video’s about it, and people that were working with their Jeep projects were encouraged and excited about it as well.
We had an idea!!! So many love these ‘Ole Jeeps, and everyone here on this forum has their on reason why. It is absolutely amazing.
Lets restore a Jeep, using basic tools, in your own garage, in your backyard... so everyone who desires to, can. Let’s show them specifically how to do that, bolt by bolt, piece by piece.
I said...”I can do that”!
And we are.
I am no expert, I don’t know all the numbers, I don’t know half of the history that I probably should...but, I will.
I will because I’m willing, and because of people just like you reading this that are a wealth of knowledge and willing to share.
I was once called a simple cheerleader, the person who said it I believe meant it as an insult. I love the title. I am a cheerleader, one who believes in what he does, encourages others that do, and will promote and share what I truly believe in.
Proud to know people in this lifestyle....just like YOU
Team G503 on YouTube
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https://www.youtube.com/c/TeamG503/featured
brand ambassador and parts vendor of the number one parts supplier, Joe's Motor Pool
https://g503team.com/
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- G-Sergeant Major
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Re: Hello G503
Well said! Keep up the good work. Don’t be discouraged!
PS. I really enjoy your videos.
PS. I really enjoy your videos.
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Re: Hello G503
Hi Scott!
Glad you joined the forum. We all do what we can to preserve these fine pieces of history, and ensure the history lives on for future generations to enjoy and learn from.
Yes we all have 'Ron' stories. There are too many to count for all of us I'm sure, but one in particular stands out because I think it shows Ron's generosity as well as his desire to help people restore these vehicles. Ron was instrumental in getting some parts I needed that no one else had. I knew Ron was a good guy before this, but when I went to ask what I owed him and he said don't worry about it, I was deeply grateful to have the opportunity to share the G503 world with someone like that. I'd have gladly paid, and the act of kindness on his part was worth more than the parts to me. Met some wonderful people through the restoration of the GPW that I never would have dreamed of, and I am thankful for that.
Don't feel bad about being called a cheerleader, without cheerleaders the players might give up. Then the world would lose G503s to the scrap yards, and that can't happen. We're all here to keep these fine vehicles rolling, and each time I see one I think of all the WWII and Korean War veterans I knew that have since passed, and remember how they would get a smile or grin on their face when they remembered the G503's they loved to drive. Keep that history alive!
Glad you joined the forum. We all do what we can to preserve these fine pieces of history, and ensure the history lives on for future generations to enjoy and learn from.
Yes we all have 'Ron' stories. There are too many to count for all of us I'm sure, but one in particular stands out because I think it shows Ron's generosity as well as his desire to help people restore these vehicles. Ron was instrumental in getting some parts I needed that no one else had. I knew Ron was a good guy before this, but when I went to ask what I owed him and he said don't worry about it, I was deeply grateful to have the opportunity to share the G503 world with someone like that. I'd have gladly paid, and the act of kindness on his part was worth more than the parts to me. Met some wonderful people through the restoration of the GPW that I never would have dreamed of, and I am thankful for that.
Don't feel bad about being called a cheerleader, without cheerleaders the players might give up. Then the world would lose G503s to the scrap yards, and that can't happen. We're all here to keep these fine vehicles rolling, and each time I see one I think of all the WWII and Korean War veterans I knew that have since passed, and remember how they would get a smile or grin on their face when they remembered the G503's they loved to drive. Keep that history alive!
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- Bill H.
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Re: Hello G503
Bravo and glad to see you were able to get logged back in! It is wonderful having you here
Bill H.
"Each shall seek his own kind, in other words, a bird may love a fish but where would they build a home together?" Tevye, Fiddler on the Roof
1952 Dunbar Kapple M100
1953 Willys M38A1
1962 AMC M422A1
1965 Stevens M416B1 X 2
1967 Kaiser M715
2 Timothy 3:1-5
"Each shall seek his own kind, in other words, a bird may love a fish but where would they build a home together?" Tevye, Fiddler on the Roof
1952 Dunbar Kapple M100
1953 Willys M38A1
1962 AMC M422A1
1965 Stevens M416B1 X 2
1967 Kaiser M715
2 Timothy 3:1-5
- YLG80
- G-Lieutenant General
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Re: Hello G503
Bravo and thanks for the nice videos !
Yves
Yves
Ford GPW 1943 - Louisville - DoD 12-7-43
serial 164794
serial 164794
- rondo
- LTC, U.S. Army
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Re: Hello G503
Scott,
love the videos you do and love your sense of humor and style, i'm a big fan! They are well made, detailed and get into things that I used to take for granted but did wrong and thanks to you went back and corrected. Keep up the great work!
love the videos you do and love your sense of humor and style, i'm a big fan! They are well made, detailed and get into things that I used to take for granted but did wrong and thanks to you went back and corrected. Keep up the great work!
42 GPW; 41WC6
"moral courage is the most valuable and usually the most absent characteristic in men"
"moral courage is the most valuable and usually the most absent characteristic in men"
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Re: Hello G503
Welcome aboard, Scott.
I will give you another title to add to the one you already have.
Teacher.
Knowing something is one thing. Sharing what you know is something else.
Sometimes while teaching you need to be a cheerleader.
Keep up the good work !
I will give you another title to add to the one you already have.
Teacher.
Knowing something is one thing. Sharing what you know is something else.
Sometimes while teaching you need to be a cheerleader.
Keep up the good work !
Mike Wolford
CJ-2A
VEP GPW
Comm./Inst. SEL
AOPA ( 50 yrs)
EAA ( 49 yrs)
4th Inf. Div. - 5th Inf. Div. - 2nd Armor Div. - CIB
CJ-2A
VEP GPW
Comm./Inst. SEL
AOPA ( 50 yrs)
EAA ( 49 yrs)
4th Inf. Div. - 5th Inf. Div. - 2nd Armor Div. - CIB
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Re: Hello G503
Welcome! I enjoyed your vids also.
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