BUSHING PILOT OUTPUT CLUTCH SHAFT

EARLY MBMBM201EARLY GPWGPWCJ2ACJ3ACJ5M38M38A1CJ3B
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SKU:  WOA987
GTIN (EAN,ISBN): 2.19

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War Dept specs from the original Technical Manual — click to open

Output Shaft Pilot Bushing Dana 18

Bronze construction for transfer case

This pilot bushing is fitted in the rear output shaft of the Dana 18 transfer case and serves as a bearing for the front output clutch shaft. The component is essential for proper operation of the transfer case and ensures smooth rotation between front and rear drive.

Material

Bronze

Dimensions

ID: 0.625" / OD: 0.754"

Transfer case

Dana 18

OE reference

A-987

Features

  • Upgraded design with solid bronze core
  • Fitted in rear output shaft (807767)
  • Front output clutch shaft (807892) rotates on this bushing
  • Part of transfer case bearing system
  • Suitable for complete Dana 18 overhaul

★ High-quality bronze construction for long-lasting wear resistance and reliable operation in the Dana 18 transfer case.

Application

Suitable for vehicles with Dana 18 transfer case as listed in the product categories: CJ-2A, CJ-3A, CJ-3B, M38 and M38A1 models. The Dana 18 was used from 1941 to 1971 on various Willys and Jeep models.

Installation notes

The bushing is pressed into the rear output shaft. After installation, it may be necessary to lightly ream the inner diameter if it has been slightly deformed during pressing. Use a suitable drift or bushing driver for correct installation.

Compatibility

Universally applicable to all Dana 18 transfer cases, regardless of intermediate shaft diameter (3/4", 1-1/8" or 1-1/4"). Fits both early military versions (MB, GPW) and later civilian variants (CJ-series, M38, M38A1).

Historical context

The Dana 18 transfer case was used in WWII Jeeps and later civilian models until the early 1970s. This pilot bushing is a critical component that ensures proper alignment between front and rear drive in the robust offset design of the Dana 18.

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Restoration part — not a ready-to-fit product

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.

COMPATIBLE_MODELS EARLY MB, MB, M201, EARLY GPW, GPW, CJ2A, CJ3A, CJ3B, CJ5, M38, M38A1
ALL_CATEGORIES : GROUP 08 - TRANSFER CASE CJ2A, GROUP 08 - TRANSFER CASE CJ3A, GROUP 08 - TRANSFER CASE M38, GROUP 08 - TRANSFER CASE CJ3B

This part fits:

ModelYears
Military jeeps
Willys MB (early)1941, 1942
Willys MB1942, 1943, 1944, 1945
Ford GPW (early)1942
Ford GPW1942, 1943, 1944, 1945
Hotchkiss M2011956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966
Willys M381950, 1951, 1952
Willys M38A11952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971
CJ series
Jeep CJ-2A1945, 1946, 1947, 1948, 1949
Jeep CJ-3A1949, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953
Jeep CJ-3B1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968
Jeep CJ-51955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983

📐 Diagrams & technical drawings

From the original Technical Manual CJ2A_PL_1949 — Parts List — only for Willys CJ-2A / CJ-3A (1949)

Group 18-01 — Transfer Case Assembly
Group 18-01 — Transfer Case Assembly
Page 70–70
Group 18-02 — Transfer Case
Group 18-02 — Transfer Case
Page 70–71