CABLE ENGINE STAY ASSEMBLY
Engine Stay Cable Assembly
Engine Stay Cable Assembly
Steel cable assembly that connects the bell housing or gearbox to the chassis crossmember. This cable prevents excessive movement of the engine and gearbox during heavy loads and off-road use, and contributes to the structural stability of the drivetrain.
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Material Galvanised braided steel cable with swaged eyes |
Length 27 cm (10 3/4 inch) eye to eye |
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Diameter ±8 mm (5/16 inch) |
Application Chassis reinforcement drivetrain |
Features
- Galvanised braided steel cable for corrosion resistance
- Swaged eyes at both ends for reliable attachment
- Connects bell housing to transmission crossmember
- Prevents excessive engine movement during off-road use
- Contributes to structural integrity of the drivetrain
★ Original reproduction to TM 9-803 specifications. Essential component for the structural connection between engine, gearbox and chassis during intensive use.
Installation notes
The cable attaches to the bell housing on the lower passenger side and runs to a mounting slot in the transmission crossmember. Check both mounting points for corrosion or damage before installation.
Historical context
The engine stay cable was a standard military component on WWII Jeeps to reinforce the drivetrain during heavy military use and off-road conditions. Later military models such as the M38 and M38A1 also used comparable cables, albeit with slightly modified mounting points.
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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 |
| Ford GPW | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Hotchkiss M201 | 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966 |