STENCIL DO NOT OVERFILL GAS TANK
Stencil 'Do Not Overfill' petrol tank
Fuel tank warning marking
Stencil for applying the warning marking 'Do Not Overfill – Allow for expansion' near the petrol tank cap. This marking was applied to WWII military jeeps to warn that fuel requires space for expansion during temperature changes.
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Type Paint stencil |
Application Petrol tank marking |
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Period WWII / post-war |
Mounting location Left of or below filler cap |
Features
- Reusable stencil for correct lettering
- Text: 'Do Not Overfill – Allow for expansion'
- Suitable for application with paint or spray can
- Historically correct reproduction
- Compact size, easy to position
★ Authentic reproduction of the original WWII tank warning. Essential for a correct restoration according to military specifications.
Installation notes
Clean the surface thoroughly before use. Position the stencil to the left of or below the tank cap. Secure with tape and apply the text with paint or spray can in thin layers. Remove stencil immediately after application for crisp edges.
Historical context
The warning 'Do Not Overfill – Allow for expansion' was applied to WWII military vehicles to prevent the tank being filled completely, leaving space for fuel expansion during temperature increases. This prevented leakage and fire hazards.
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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 | |
| Willys MB (early) | 1941, 1942 |
| Willys MB | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Hotchkiss M201 | 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966 |