LATE FORD GPW WHEEL HOUSING TO OUTER SIDE PANEL BRACE
WOA2326
Rear wheelhouse to body side panel reinforcement bracket left
Late Ford GPW (from February 1943)
Reproduction reinforcement bracket that strengthens the connection between the wheelhouse and the rear body side panel. This part was introduced in late Ford GPW production from 8 February 1943 as a structural improvement to the body.
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Application Late Ford GPW (vanaf 2/1943) |
Position Linkerzijde (driver side) |
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Material Staal |
Type Carrosserieversterking |
Features
- Reproduction to original specifications
- For late Ford GPW production (introduced 8 February 1943)
- Left-hand side (driver side)
- Connects rear panel to wheelhouse/toolbox compartment
- Structural body reinforcement
★ Authentic reproduction of the reinforcement bracket that became standard on Ford GPW jeeps from February 1943 to strengthen the rear body structure.
Application
Specific to late production Ford GPW from 8 February 1943. These reinforcement plates were applied from that date at the factory between the rear panel and the wheelhouses to improve structural rigidity. This part fits on the left-hand side.
Installation notes
Mounts between the rear body side panel and the wheelhouse/toolbox construction. When fitting, check that the mounting holes correspond correctly with the original positions in body and wheelhouse. Fasten with original fixings according to body specifications.
Compatibility
ONLY for late Ford GPW from February 1943. Not applicable to early Ford GPW (before February 1943) or to Willys MB vehicles without this reinforcement. Note left/right — this is the left-hand part (driver side). For complete restoration, the right-hand part is also required.
Historical context
On 8 February 1943, Ford introduced these reinforcement plates into production as a structural improvement to the GPW body, specifically to strengthen the connection between the rear panel and wheelhouses.
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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 | |
| Ford GPW | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |