BUSHING STARTER IN CLUTCH HOUSING
WO639734
Bell housing starter bushing
For open-face starter motors
Bronze bushing pressed into the bell housing to support the starter motor shaft. This component bears the front of the starter motor and ensures correct alignment during starting. Replacement is strongly recommended during every starter motor overhaul to prevent wear and damage.
|
Material Bronze |
Starter type Open-face starter motor |
|
Mounting Pressed into bell housing |
Original number 639734 |
Features
- Bronze bushing for starter mounting in bell housing
- Part number 639734
- Suitable for open-face type starter motors
- Prevents wear and misalignment
- Replacement recommended during starter motor overhaul
★ Essential component for reliable starter motor operation. Bronze construction provides durable plain bearing characteristics.
Installation notes
The bushing is pressed into the bell housing from the rear using a suitable drift or socket. Never use a hammer directly on the bushing — this may cause cracks. Remove the old bushing by driving it out before fitting the new one.
Compatibility
Fits vehicles with open-face (open housing) starter motors with two 3/8" mounting bolts. Not suitable for later closed-face starters which use a different mounting arrangement.
Historical context
Original component from the 6V electrical systems of the early post-war period. The bronze bushing was proven technology that significantly extended starter motor service life.
This description was generated automatically. Unsure about fitment? Contact us at info@willys.be.
⚠ Spotted an error in this description? Report it to info@willys.be
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 |
|---|---|
| Military jeeps | |
| Willys MB (early) | 1941, 1942 |
| Willys MB | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Ford GPW (early) | 1942 |
| Ford GPW | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Hotchkiss M201 | 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966 |
| CJ series | |
| Jeep CJ-2A | 1945, 1946, 1947, 1948, 1949 |
| Jeep CJ-3A | 1949, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953 |
| Jeep CJ-3B | 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968 |
📐 Diagrams & technical drawings
From the original Technical Manual TM 10-1513 — Maintenance Manual — only for Willys MB / Ford GPW (1942)
