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Post by Chris Cullen » Fri Oct 04, 2013 10:14 pm

Hey Guys. I'm Chris and I own a 1942 Willys MB Jeep. I'm from Bundaberg originally, which my Parents Brad and Melinda Cullen introduced me to jeeps back in the early 1980's. Dad gave me his jeep, after I showed interest in restoring ex-Australian Army Landrovers.

I see the Walker family name mentioned, which I used to remember Allan and the family back in the day.

But the jeep isn't running and I am in the planning stage to bring it down from Bundaberg to Brisbane for restoration. Hopefully not a lot to do to get this old girl up and running again. I'll keep you posted!

Talk soon.

Chris Cullen.
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Post by Chris Cullen » Fri Oct 04, 2013 10:25 pm

I hope this pic works.
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Our Jeep back in the early 80's. I'm the blonde kid wearing blue in the front.
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Post by Chris Cullen » Fri Oct 04, 2013 10:27 pm

And we still have the original Bantam trailer too.
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Post by Chris Cullen » Fri Oct 04, 2013 10:27 pm

Back view.
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Post by Chris Cullen » Fri Oct 04, 2013 10:30 pm

Dad and I would frequently make day trips out the back of Gin Gin and beyond and drag home new projects (much to mum' lack of enthusiasm some times..). Here's one that was restored and later sold.
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Post by hell-fire » Tue Oct 08, 2013 12:18 am

G'day Chris, welcome aboard & you Jeep & trailer both look great.

More photos please.
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Post by Dave M38A1 » Tue Oct 08, 2013 1:00 am

Welcome
That looks to be a sweet project.
Great history with that Jeep.

Thanks for posting,

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Post by Jeff Gordon » Tue Oct 08, 2013 1:47 am

Hi Chris,
Welcome aboard
Great story. Do you now live in Brisbane?
Arron and Gavin Walker call in to this forum every now and then.
If you need any advise just ask.
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Post by Chris Cullen » Tue Oct 08, 2013 5:06 am

Thanks Guys. Yes I'm in Brissy, but the jeep is still in Bundy. I'm trying to convince the Minister for Fun and Finance (aka The Wife) to make room for it at the new place.
At this stage I think it's going to definitely need work on the steering mechanism, and the engine; seeing it hasn't run for more than 15 years.

Dad is going to send me some more pics once he's scanned them from the family albums.

Yes I've been meaning to track the guys down and see what everyone has been up to.

I'll be sure to keep everyone posted, and make some enquiries into membership, as no one responded to my emails last time.

Chris
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Post by Chris Cullen » Wed Oct 09, 2013 4:06 pm

For additional interests sake: I have written another post in the Jeep History part of this forum. titled "Papua New Guinea Jeep". If you're keen to see the photo, check it out.

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Post by kw573 » Sun Oct 13, 2013 6:01 pm

Hi Chris,

Sam from Childers here.

Welcome! Are you aware that the annual Canungra Swap Meet is on THIS weekend at .... well .... Canungra?
It is a great weekend of fun, vehicles and lots of great people. Drop in if you can. You'll see/learn heaps.

Have a nice day.
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Post by Harry Cislowski » Fri Oct 18, 2013 11:19 pm

G'day Chris .....I remember your Dad as one of the original Bundy Boys ...Are your parents still there? I was wondering where they got to. Can you say hello to them for me?Welcome to the jeep scene. The Walkers Swim-In is a great event every 2nd year.
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Post by Arron Walker » Mon Oct 28, 2013 1:40 am

Hi Chris,

We had some great trips "back in day" with you and your dad. Next time you're back in Bundy let me know, we should catch up.

Arron

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Post by Cullen » Tue Oct 26, 2021 2:43 pm

Thanks very much for your reply. I will see what I can do.
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Post by Chris Cullen » Tue Oct 26, 2021 2:54 pm

I've managed to re-activate the old profile. I'll get in contact with Admin to have the new one deactivated.
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