EARLY FORD REAR PANEL
WOA2758EJMP
Rear Panel Ford GPW with Script Relief
Early version 1942
Reproduction rear panel for early Ford GPW jeeps from the first production period. This panel is characterised by the large 'Ford' script relief on the left side, as Ford used from February to July 1942. These 'script jeeps' are highly sought after by collectors and for authentic restorations.
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Application Ford GPW vroege productie |
Period Februari – juli 1942 |
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Version Met Ford script-reliëf |
Type Achterpaneel body |
Features
- Large 'Ford' script embossed in relief on left side of rear panel
- Pre-drilled holes for mounting brackets and reinforcements
- Hat-channels and reinforcement ribs included
- Pressed steelwork to original specifications
- Without holes for jerrycan carrier (introduced from 1943)
- Without trailer socket opening (early version)
★ Authentic reproduction of the characteristic early Ford GPW rear panel with script relief. Essential component for correct restorations of early Ford GPW jeeps from the first production months of 1942.
Application
Suitable for Ford GPW jeeps from the production period February 1942 to end of July 1942. These early 'script' GPWs are characterised by the large Ford logo on the rear panel, without jerrycan carrier or trailer socket. Note: this panel is not suitable for later GPWs or for Willys MB vehicles.
Installation notes
Rear panel is mounted between the wheel arches and forms the rear wall of the body. Fixing is done via welded or bolted connections with the side panels, floor plate and hat-channels. Reinforcement plates between rear panel and wheel arches were not introduced until February 1943. For correct installation: carry out trial fitting beforehand and align body on chassis before final welding.
Compatibility
ONLY suitable for early Ford GPW (February–July 1942). NOT compatible with: later Ford GPW without script (from August 1942), Willys MB (which had 'Willys' script), composite bodies (from late 1943), or vehicles with jerrycan carrier. Script jeeps are rare and valuable – always check serial number and build date for correct match.
Historical context
In July 1942, the American military command decided that manufacturer names should no longer be displayed on military equipment. Ford therefore stopped using the script relief on the rear panel. The early 'script GPWs' from February–July 1942 are therefore highly sought after by collectors and are valued 20% higher than later examples.
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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 (early) | 1942 |