KIT FIXING HOOK REAR SEAT TO REAR PANEL
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Rear seat mounting hook to rear panel
Set for 1 side (left or right)
J-shaped mounting hook that secures the top of the rear seat against the rear panel. Prevents the backrest from folding forwards. Mounts onto the fixing stud in the hat channel on the inside of the rear panel.
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Material Pressed steel |
Fastening 1/4-20 NC thread |
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Ordnance no. A-2787 |
Required 2 sets per vehicle |
Features
- Original J-hook configuration to military specification
- Includes nut, washer and retaining ring for installation
- Mounts onto existing studs in hat channel rear panel
- Ordnance part number A-2787
- Prevents unwanted folding of rear seat backrest
- 2 pieces required per vehicle (left + right)
★ Accurate reproduction of the original military mounting hook, complete with correct fastening materials as specified in ORD 7 SNL G-503.
Application
Fits Willys MB and Ford GPW built between 1941-1945. Also suitable for Hotchkiss M201. Note: differences exist between MB and GPW versions (GPW hooks are heavier duty and marked with 'F' stamp).
Installation notes
The hooks mount onto the 4 studs (threaded pins) welded into the hat channel on the inside of the rear panel — 2 studs per side. The studs do not penetrate through the rear panel but terminate inside the hollow section. Per hook: slide the hook over the stud, fit the flat washer, then the retaining ring, and secure with the 1/4-20 NC nut. If studs are missing: these must be welded from the inside into the hat channel.
Compatibility
Universal for MB and GPW — both manufacturers used the same mounting method. Note: GPW hooks are heavier built than MB hooks. For M201, these hooks are also applicable. Not compatible with later civilian CJ models without modifications to the rear panel.
Historical context
The rear seat in military jeeps was designed as a folding construction to quickly create cargo space. The J-hooks were essential to prevent the backrest from folding forwards during off-road driving, which was dangerous for passengers.
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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.
Installation requires technical knowledge of the vehicle. Unsure whether this part suits your version? Ask us before purchase at info@willys.be.
This part fits:
| Model | Years |
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| Military jeeps | |
| Willys MB (early) | 1941, 1942 |
| Willys MB | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Ford GPW (early) | 1942 |
| Ford GPW | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Hotchkiss M201 (early) | 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959 |
| Hotchkiss M201 | 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966 |
📐 Diagrams & technical drawings
From the original Technical Manual TM 10-1513 — Maintenance Manual — only for Willys MB / Ford GPW (1942)
