Wakefield Willys Update 3.5

Today was a fairly productive day.

First, I tried my hand at welding in the morning, not very successful, but learning.

Secondly, worked on the passenger fender that I bought on eBay. In worse shape than I would like. Found some bondo holes and one spot that was very lumpy. Not sure what I am going to do. Might have to get some expert help.

Not done cleaning it, but made a lot of head way. Still needs more attention from the angle grinder, a little spot welding and we should be close to priming.

Lastly, Drew and I removed the gas tank from the 1957 Willys. That is what is in the picture, and the remaining fuel. Smelled terrible, nothing you would want to put in your car unless you wanted to destroy the engine.

This is not a standard Willys gas tank, which is usually placed under the driver seat. This gas tank was mounted on the top of the rear fender on the passenger side. I can't help but laugh. A terrible place to have a gas tank. But if you think of it, neither location is good, really tells us that back in the day, safety was not a huge priority.