EARLY GENERATOR BRACKET FOR WILLYS MB & WILLYS SLAT GRILL
SLAT GRILL
Early Generator Support Bracket for Willys MB & Willys Slat Grill
Lower bracket for 6V generator
Lower generator support bracket that mounts to the engine block for the original 6V generator. This early version is specifically developed for the first production series of the Willys MB, including the rare Slat Grill variants from late 1941 to early 1942.
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Material Steel |
Voltage 6V generator |
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Part Number WOA1392 |
Application Early Willys MB production |
Features
- Lower support bracket for generator
- Mounts to engine block
- Early version for Slat Grill period
- Suitable for original 6V Auto-Lite generators
- Original part number WOA1392
★ Reproduction of the early generator support bracket as used on the first production Willys MBs from 1941-1942.
Application
This early generator support bracket is specific to Willys MB jeeps from the first production run, November 1941 to March 1942 (serial numbers MB100001 to MB125809), including the rare Slat Grill variants.
Installation notes
Mount the bracket to the engine block using the provided mounting holes. The generator is then fitted between this lower bracket and the upper tensioning bracket. Check correct alignment before tightening all fixings.
Compatibility
This early version is specific to Willys MBs with the original 6V Auto-Lite generator. Not suitable for later standard MB/GPW production without modifications. Note: for later MB/GPW models, a separate late version of this bracket exists.
Historical context
The Slat Grill Willys MB represents the very first standard production of the iconic WWII jeep. Only 25,808 examples were built with the distinctive slat grille before switching to the stamped grille in March 1942.
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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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This part fits:
| Model | Years |
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| Military jeeps | |
| Willys MB (early) | 1941, 1942 |
📐 Diagrams & technical drawings
From the original Technical Manual TM 10-1513 — Maintenance Manual — only for Willys MB / Ford GPW (1942)
