MB HUB CAB PAIR
Hub Dust Cap
Set of 2 pieces
Metal dust cap for the wheel hub of front and rear axles. Fits over the hub flange and protects the axle nut against dirt, moisture and corrosion. Essential component for any military vehicle operated in harsh conditions.
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Material Steel, chrome-plated or galvanised |
Application Front and rear axle |
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Fitting Over hub flange (front) / axle nut (rear) |
Set contents 2 pieces |
Features
- Protects wheel hub against dirt and moisture
- Prevents corrosion of axle nut and hub components
- Metal construction with corrosion-resistant finish
- Fits over hub flange (front axle) and axle nut (rear axle)
- Simple installation without tools
★ These hub dust caps are manufactured to original specifications and provide reliable protection for the wheel hub in all weather conditions.
Application
Suitable for vehicles as listed in the product categories. Fits both front axle (over hub flange) and rear axle (over axle nut). Not compatible with front axles fitted with manual lockouts or modern free-wheeling hub systems.
Installation notes
The cap is placed over the hub flange (front axle) or axle nut (rear axle) and clicks into place with light pressure. Before fitting, check that the hub surface is clean and dry. Not suitable for axles with manual locking hubs.
Compatibility
Fits standard hubs with Dana 25 (front) and Dana 44 (rear) axles. NOT compatible with vehicles fitted with manual lockouts or aftermarket locking hubs. For complete protection, 4 pieces are required per vehicle (this set contains 2).
Historical context
These hub dust caps were fitted as standard during WWII on all military jeeps to protect the wheel axles against mud, water and sand during combat operations in all climates.
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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.
ALL_CATEGORIES : GROUP 11 - REAR AXLE, GROUP 11 REAR AXLE DANA 44, GROUP 13 - WHEELS CJ3A, GROUP 10 - FRONT AXLE CJ2A, GROUP 11 - REAR AXLE CJ2A, GROUP 10 - FRONT AXLE - M38, GROUP 11 REAR AXLE DANA 44 3B, GROUP 11 REAR AXLE DANA 44 CJ3B, GROUP 13 - WHEELS 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)








