SPRING HAND BRAKE BAND WILLYS
WOA1017
Handbrake band spring
For external handbrake 'J'-bolt
Return spring for the 'J'-bolt of the external handbrake band on the gearbox. This spring ensures correct return of the handbrake band to the release position. Essential component for a properly functioning external handbrake.
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Material Spring steel |
Type Release spring |
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Vehicle |
Application External handbrake 'J'-bolt |
Features
- Return spring for handbrake band
- 'J'-bolt mounting
- Essential for correct handbrake operation
- Prevents band dragging
- Original specification
★ Critical component for correct operation of the external handbrake on early jeeps. This spring ensures the handbrake band releases when the handbrake lever is disengaged.
Installation notes
When fitting new handbrake springs: first adjust the anchor bolt spring (WOA1021) so that clearance between band and drum is correct on the anchor side, then adjust the cable on the operating side. This prevents band dragging. The springs are part of the complete handbrake band adjustment per TM 9-803.
Compatibility
For vehicles with external handbrake on the gearbox only. Not suitable for later models with internal handbrake. Note: from September 1944 (around MB 37337) production gradually changed to internal handbrake.
Historical context
The external band-type handbrake was an early design that fitted around the handbrake drum on the gearbox. This system was known for being difficult to adjust but reliable when correctly set.
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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 |
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| Military jeeps | |
| Willys MB (early) | 1941, 1942 |
| Willys MB | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |