Cowl Side Panel Cover Only LH MB/GPW
Cowl side panel cover left-hand side MB/GPW
With step - driver's side
Replacement panel for the left-hand side cowl section of the Willys MB and Ford GPW (1941-1945). This stamped steel weld-in panel is designed for repairing the lower cowl area on the driver's side, including the integrated step. Ideal for restorations where rust or damage to this structural body component needs to be repaired.
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Material Geperst staal met primer |
Position Links (LH) - bestuurderszijde |
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Vehicle Willys MB / Ford GPW 1941-1945 |
Fitting Direct inlaspaneel met verstevigingsbeugels |
Features
- Complete stamped weld-in panel for lower cowl area
- Integrated step included
- With internal reinforcement brackets
- Suitable for repairing rust and impact damage
- Located between windscreen and dashboard on left-hand side
- Supplied with primer for easy finishing
★ This cowl panel contributes to the structural stability of the chassis and is accurately formed to original specifications for perfect fit during restoration.
Application
Willys MB (1941-1945) and Ford GPW (1941-1945). Fits all production years of these military ¼-ton 4x4 vehicles. Suitable for both authentic restorations and pragmatic repairs.
Installation notes
Direct weld-in panel - requires welding work. The panel is welded into the lower cowl area. Includes reinforcement brackets that ensure correct structural integrity. Recommended: completely remove old rust and paint for optimal weld adhesion. Supplied with primer - after fitting, finish with suitable body paint.
Compatibility
Specific for left-hand side (LH - driver's side). For right-hand side (passenger side) a separate panel is required. Only suitable for Willys MB and Ford GPW from period 1941-1945. Not compatible with later civilian CJ models without modifications.
Historical context
The cowl side panel with step is a characteristic feature of the WWII-era Willys MB and Ford GPW, of which more than 640,000 examples were produced between 1941 and 1945 for the Allied forces. This panel was originally stamped by ACM (Auburn/American Central Manufacturing), which fabricated approximately three-quarters of all ¼-ton jeep bodies.
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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 | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Hotchkiss M201 | 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966 |