BOND STRAP ENGINE FRONT PLATE TO FRAME LEFT
This is a perfect reproduction of the original Engine Front Plate to Frame Left Bond Strap.
Ground strap engine front plate to frame left
Braided ground strap
Braided ground strap connecting the engine front plate to the frame at the left engine mount. Essential component of the 6-volt electrical system for correct earth connection between engine and chassis.
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Material Braided copper wire |
Position Left side |
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Mounting Engine front plate to frame rail |
Function Engine to chassis earthing |
Features
- Braided copper ground strap
- Left side engine front plate mounting
- Connection to frame at engine mount
- Essential for 6-volt system
- Prevents voltage drop and malfunctions
★ High-quality braided ground strap to original specification. Ensures reliable earth connection between engine and chassis.
Installation notes
Attach one end to the engine front plate near the left engine mount, the other end to the frame rail. Ensure both mounting points are bare metal - remove paint, rust and dirt. Use shake-proof washers for optimal contact. On a 6-volt system, proper earthing is critical for correct operation of starter, lights and charging system.
Compatibility
WWII jeeps typically had two of these ground straps: one left and one right at the engine mounts. Early jeeps had multiple ground straps (bond straps) for radio suppression; later versions had a simpler arrangement. Check your vehicle for the presence of both sides.
Historical context
The ground straps at the engine mounts were part of the comprehensive earthing system of WWII military vehicles, designed to ensure reliable operation of the 6-volt electrical system under harsh military conditions.
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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 |
| Willys M38 | 1950, 1951, 1952 |
| CJ series | |
| Jeep CJ-2A | 1945, 1946, 1947, 1948, 1949 |
| Jeep CJ-3A | 1949, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953 |
📐 Diagrams & technical drawings
From the original Technical Manual CJ2A_PL_1949 — Parts List — only for Willys CJ-2A / CJ-3A (1949)
