SHIMS AXLE SHAFT RIVE FLANGE SET
SET OF 14
Shim Set Axle Shaft Drive Flange Front Axle
Set of 9 pieces for correct axle adjustment
Set of steel shims for adjusting the axial play between wheel hub and drive flange on the front axle. These shims are essential for correct front axle adjustment during maintenance or overhaul of drive shafts with Tracta, Bendix, Rzeppa or Spicer universal joints.
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Material Steel |
Vehicle MB, CJ-2A, CJ-3A, CJ-3B, M38, M38A1 |
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Application Dana 25/27 front axle drive flange |
Set contents 6x shim.010" + 3x shim.030" |
Features
- Set of 9 steel shims in two thicknesses
- Adjustment of front axle axial play
- Suitable for all types of universal joints (Tracta, Bendix, Rzeppa, Spicer)
- Fitted between wheel hub and drive flange
- OE part number A-6881 / GPW-18336
★ Precise adjustment of axle play prevents wear and unwanted noises whilst driving.
Application
For vehicles with Dana 25 or Dana 27 front axle (closed knuckle). Fits all variants of front axle drive shafts: Tracta, Bendix, Rzeppa and Spicer universal joints.
Installation notes
The shims are fitted between the wheel hub and drive flange to adjust the correct axial play (end play). Measure the play with a dial gauge and add or remove shims until the correct value is achieved according to TM 9-1803B specifications. Start with the original shim thickness if available.
Compatibility
Universally applicable to all vehicles with Dana 25 or Dana 27 front axle. Regardless of the type of drive shaft (Tracta, Bendix, Rzeppa or Spicer), these shims are suitable for flange adjustment.
Historical context
Adjusting the drive flange with shims was standard maintenance procedure during front axle overhaul on military jeeps. Correct adjustment prevents premature wear of the universal joints.
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This part is intended for the restoration of historic military vehicles. Fitting, aligning, deburring or reworking is part of that work and is inherent to the nature of these goods. Dimensional variation also exists between original vehicles.
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ALL_CATEGORIES : GROUP 10 - FRONT AXLE CJ2A, GROUP 10 - FRONT AXLE CJ3A, GROUP 10 - FRONT AXLE - M38, GROUP 10 - FRONT AXLE CJ3B
This part fits:
| Model | Years |
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| Military jeeps | |
| Willys MB (early) | 1941, 1942 |
| Willys MB | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Ford GPW | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Hotchkiss M201 | 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966 |
| Willys M38 | 1950, 1951, 1952 |
| Willys M38A1 | 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971 |
| CJ series | |
| Jeep CJ-2A | 1945, 1946, 1947, 1948, 1949 |
| Jeep CJ-3A | 1949, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953 |
| Jeep CJ-3B | 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968 |
📐 Diagrams & technical drawings
From the original Technical Manual CJ2A_PL_1949 — Parts List — only for Willys CJ-2A / CJ-3A (1949)
From the original Technical Manual TM 9-1803B — Ordnance Maintenance — Power Train, Body & Frame — only for Willys MB / Ford GPW (¼-ton 4×4)
