GPW GUSSET FRONT BUMPER LOWER LEFT
Front bumper lower left reinforcement gusset
For Ford GPW
Steel reinforcement gusset for the lower left corner of the front bumper. This gusset secures the bumper to the frame end and the front spring bracket, and reinforces the construction against impact and terrain loading.
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Material Pressed steel |
Position Lower left (driver's side) |
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Vehicle Ford GPW 1941-1945 |
Mounting To frame horn and spring bracket |
Features
- Gusset for left lower corner front bumper
- Secures bumper to chassis and front leaf spring bracket
- Reinforces bumper construction against shocks
- Original Ford GPW specification
- Steel construction for durability
★ Accurately manufactured reproduction of the original Ford GPW reinforcement gusset. Essential component for correct bumper installation.
Application
Ford GPW 1941-1945. This lower left gusset is mounted between the front bumper, the frame end and the front leaf spring bracket on the driver's side. Not applicable to Willys MB (different gusset specification).
Installation notes
First mount the lower gusset together with the front spring bracket under the frame end on the driver's side. Then secure the upper gusset to the side of the frame. Finally, mount the bumper and tension all fasteners together. For original restoration: use rivets instead of bolts.
Compatibility
Specific to Ford GPW. Willys MB used different gussets without the extra production holes characteristic of Ford GPW. Also suitable for early CJ-2A up to chassis number 215649.
Historical context
Ford used a different production process from Willys, with standardised jig holders on the assembly line. The characteristic extra holes in GPW bumpers and gussets served to hold these components in position during production.
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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.
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This part fits:
| Model | Years |
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| Military jeeps | |
| Ford GPW (early) | 1942 |
| Ford GPW | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |