Rear Seat Spring Lock MB/GPW
Rear Seat Spring Lock
Set of 2 pieces
Spring steel locking clip for the rear seat of Willys MB and Ford GPW jeeps. Mounts to the wheel arches to hold the folded-down rear seat in place whilst driving.
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Material Verenstaal |
Mounting Op wielkasten |
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Fastening Met bout 1/4 x 1/2 UNC |
Set contents 2 stuks (links en rechts) |
Features
- Manufactured from spring steel — returns to original shape after load
- Holds the folded-down rear seat locked against the wheel arches
- Fastening with 1/4 x 1/2 UNC bolt (F-marked)
- 2 pieces required per vehicle (left and right)
- Essential component for correct operation of the folding rear seat
★ Functional restoration part that holds the rear seat in place when folded down — prevents the seat from coming loose whilst driving.
Application
Willys MB and Ford GPW (1941-1945). Mounts to the inside of both rear wheel arches where the folded-down rear seat clicks into place.
Installation notes
Fasten with 1/4 x 1/2 UNC bolt (F-marked) to the inside of the wheel arch. The spring clip must be positioned so that the rear seat clicks into it when folded downwards. Test the locking mechanism after installation — the seat must be firmly secured but easy to release.
Compatibility
Fits Willys MB and Ford GPW. Also applicable to later models with similar rear seat construction (M38, M38A1). Not suitable for CJ models with fixed rear seat.
Historical context
The rear seat of the WWII jeep was an ingenious design that could be folded down to create cargo space. These spring clips ensured that the seat remained firmly locked whilst driving over rough terrain.
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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 | 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 |