BAND&LINING TRANSMISSION BRAKE ASS
Willys MB: SOP - September 1944 (Up Until MB 37337)
External contracting handbrake band and lining assembly
For external contracting handbrake system
Complete handbrake band with friction lining for the external contracting handbrake system as fitted to early WWII jeeps. This system operates with a band that contracts around the drum on the transfer case when the handbrake lever is engaged.
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Type External contracting handbrake band |
Application Transfer case handbrake system |
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Design Complete band with lining |
Fitting On transfer case |
Features
- Complete band with friction lining
- For external contracting handbrake system
- Mechanically operated handbrake
- Works together with cable and lever
- Woven lining material included
★ Essential component for the mechanical handbrake system on the transfer case.
Installation notes
During assembly, first correctly adjust the anchor pin bolt for uniform clearance between band and drum (approx. 005"), then adjust cable tension. Check that the band does not pull sideways and sits evenly around the drum. Ensure that drum and lining are free from oil and dirt for optimal operation.
Compatibility
This external contracting system was used on early models. Later production switched to the internal expanding handbrake system, where the rear transfer case cover is also different. The two systems are not interchangeable without modifications to the transfer case.
Historical context
The external contracting handbrake system was an early design whereby a band contracted around a drum on the transfer case. This mechanical system requires precise adjustment but can work effectively as a parking and emergency brake when correctly fitted.
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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.
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This part fits:
| Model | Years |
|---|---|
| Military jeeps | |
| Willys MB (early) | 1941, 1942 |
| Willys MB | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Ford GPW (early) | 1942 |
| Ford GPW | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |