PLATE TIMING
WOA5121
Timing plate engine block
Front engine plate
Metal mounting plate located between the engine block and the timing cover. This plate forms part of the front engine seal and supports the timing cover and engine mounting brackets.
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Material Steel |
Position Front of engine block |
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Function Timing cover mounting |
Application L-134 and F-134 engines |
Features
- Mounts between engine block and timing cover
- Provided with fixing holes for bolts and studs
- Supports timing cover and possible engine mounting brackets
- Shape and design dependent on engine variant
- Essential component during engine dismantling and overhaul
★ Precisely manufactured engine plate for correct positioning of the timing cover and engine mounting.
Installation notes
The timing plate must be removed during engine overhaul to access the timing chain/gears. Note: on chain-driven engines (MB/GPW/M201/early CJ-2A), the timing gear sprocket must be removed first. On gear-driven engines (late CJ-2A/CJ-3A/CJ-3B/M38), the camshaft timing gear must be dismantled. Use new gaskets during reassembly.
Compatibility
The design differs between chain driven and gear driven L-134 engines. Early MB/GPW and early CJ-2A engines sometimes had a timing inspection hole in the plate for checking flywheel markings. Later versions no longer have this hole as timing marks were relocated to the timing cover and crankshaft pulley. Check which version fits your engine block.
Historical context
The L-134 'Go Devil' engine underwent various modifications during production. Around CJ-2A engine number 130859, a larger starter motor was introduced, resulting in a wider engine block flange and partial covering of the timing inspection hole.
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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 |
📐 Diagrams & technical drawings
From the original Technical Manual TM 10-1513 — Maintenance Manual — only for Willys MB / Ford GPW (1942)
