NUT BOLT COMBAT RIM

EARLY MBMBEARLY GPWGPW
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SKU:  WOA5471
GTIN (EAN,ISBN): 0.7.1
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War Dept specs from the original Technical Manual — click to open

Combat Rim Nut

For split-rim wheels

Nut for securing the two halves of a combat rim. Combat rims are recognisable by the eight bolts connecting the inner and outer ring. Essential component for correct assembly of WWII split-rim wheels.

Type

Combat rim nut

Part number

A5471

Set

Per piece (8 pieces per rim)

Application

Split-rim combat wheels

Features

  • Original part number A5471
  • For securing combat rim inner and outer ring
  • 8 pieces required per rim
  • Torque specification 60-70 ft.lbs (approx. 80-95 Nm)
  • Comparable to original specifications

★ Precision component for correct and safe assembly of combat rims. Always use fresh nuts when servicing rims.

Installation notes

Install in cross pattern with even force. Start at 10 ft.lbs, increase gradually via 25 and 40 to final torque of 60-70 ft.lbs. Overtightening may damage the rim. Use a torque wrench with 3/4" socket.

Compatibility

Note: this is a nut for combat rim BOLTS (A5470), not to be confused with lug nuts (A474/A475) which secure the wheel to the hub. Combat rim nuts are taller than standard lug nuts.

Historical context

Combat rims became standard on WWII jeeps from 1942 onwards and remained in production until 1945. The split-rim construction with eight bolts enabled tyre changes in the field without special tools.

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Restoration part — not a ready-to-fit product

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.

COMPATIBLE_MODELS EARLY MB, MB, EARLY GPW, GPW

This part fits:

ModelYears
Military jeeps
Willys MB (early)1941, 1942
Willys MB1942, 1943, 1944, 1945
Ford GPW (early)1942
Ford GPW1942, 1943, 1944, 1945