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Early production data plate set for GPW
PLATE, set of 3 (caution,shifting and name) GPW SOP to mid 42
Early production data plate set for Ford GPW
Brass finish 1942
Complete reproduction data plate set for early Ford GPW jeeps from 1942. This set includes the three characteristic dashboard data plates in brass that were used on the first production GPWs. Etched surfaces as per original.
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Material Brass |
Production period Early GPW 1942 |
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Mounting Dashboard glove box |
Set contents 3 data plates |
Features
- Brass finish as per original early 1942 production
- Etched print according to WWII specifications
- Includes Caution plate, Vehicle Name plate and Shifting Instruction
- Complete for one vehicle
- 12 rivets available separately (see accessories)
★ Accurate reproduction of the early Ford GPW data plates in authentic brass, as used on the first production jeeps in 1942 before Ford switched to steel and later aluminium data plates.
Application
Suitable for early Ford GPW jeeps built in 1942. Ford initially used brass data plates on the first GPW production, similar to the Willys MB. From mid-1942, Ford switched to steel data plates, and from mid-1944 to aluminium.
Installation notes
The three data plates are mounted on the glove box using rivets. Ford used 12 rivets per vehicle. The data plates are pressed in from the front and flattened at the rear. Note: this set contains only the data plates, the mounting rivets are available separately.
Compatibility
Only suitable for early Ford GPW production 1942 with brass data plates. Not suitable for later GPW (mid-1942-1944 = steel data plates, mid-1944-EOP = aluminium data plates). Also not suitable for Willys MB – which had different stamping details and edge finishing.
Historical context
The earliest Ford GPW jeeps from early 1942 received brass data plates, a short-lived practice that Ford adopted from Willys. Within a few months, Ford switched to steel due to material shortages during the war.
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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 |