COLUMN STEERING

EARLY MBMBM201
Manual available
45,90 €
BTW: 7,97 €
SKU:  WOA1199
GTIN (EAN,ISBN): 10-11

WOA1199

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War Dept specs from the original Technical Manual — click to open

Steering column with bearing assembly

Outer tube with upper bearing

Essential component of the steering system that centres and supports the inner steering tube and worm gear. This steering column assembly ensures precise and stable steering through correct positioning of the steering mechanism.

Construction

Outer tube with upper steering tube bearing

Function

Centring and support of worm gear

Type

Steering column assembly

Reference

A-1199 type

Features

  • Centres the inner steering tube and worm gear around the outer steering column
  • Includes integrated upper bearing for smooth operation
  • Critical component for precise steering control
  • Replaces worn or damaged original steering columns
  • Essential during restoration or overhaul of the steering system

★ High-quality reproduction of this critical steering component, essential for safe and accurate operation of your historic vehicle.

Application

This steering column assembly is intended for vehicles with Ross steering system. The steering column connects the steering wheel to the steering box and forms the housing for the steering tube with worm gear mechanism.

Installation notes

Installation requires removal of the steering wheel with a suitable puller. Note: fit the lower clamp before assembly. During refitting, the three bolts of the steering box can be slightly loosened for flexibility during alignment. Avoid forced positions that create tension on the steering column.

Compatibility

Suitable for vehicles with Ross-type steering box. The outer column tube has an outer diameter of approximately 1.28 inches. Verify that your vehicle is equipped with a steering column with upper bearing (located directly beneath the steering wheel) and lower mounting brackets.

Historical context

The steering column assembly with integrated bearing was standard on military jeeps with Ross steering boxes. The upper bearing supports the worm gear directly beneath the steering wheel and must always be replaced during steering system overhaul.

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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, M201

This part fits:

ModelYears
Military jeeps
Willys MB (early)1941, 1942
Willys MB1942, 1943, 1944, 1945
Hotchkiss M2011956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966

📐 Diagrams & technical drawings

From the original Technical Manual TM 9-1803B — Ordnance Maintenance — Power Train, Body & Frame — only for Willys MB / Ford GPW (¼-ton 4×4)

Steering Gear and Drag Link
Steering Gear and Drag Link
Page 111–122