JOINT UNIVERSAL WINCH/PTO SHAFT

WC52WC55WC56WC57
Manual available
107,91 €
BTW: 18,73 €
SKU:  CC996426
GTIN (EAN,ISBN): 9A2
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War Dept specs from the original Technical Manual — click to open

Winch/PTO universal joint

Universal joint for PTO drive shaft

Universal joint for the drive shaft between power take-off (PTO) and front winch. This joint provides power transmission from the gearbox to the winch motor and compensates for angular variations in the drive line. Essential component for proper functioning of the PTO winch system.

Application

PTO-lier aandrijfas

Type

Universele kruiskoppeling

Version

Compleet met lagers

Quantity required

2 stuks per voertuig

Features

  • Universal joint for PTO drive shaft to front winch
  • Replacement part for worn or damaged joints
  • Complete kit with cross and bearing caps
  • Suitable for round drive shaft (original version)
  • Replacement number CC996426

★ Note: 2 universal joints are required per vehicle for a complete PTO drive shaft. Check the condition of both joints when overhauling the drive line.

Application

Suitable for Dodge WC-series vehicles fitted with front winch and power take-off (PTO). The universal joints are located in the drive shaft running from the PTO output on the gearbox to the worm gear input of the front winch.

Installation notes

When replacing: verify that the bearing caps are correctly positioned and the retaining clips fully engaged. Lubricate the joint via the grease nipple with chassis grease. Check the phasing of both joints on the shaft — these must be in the same plane to prevent vibration. Always replace both joints simultaneously during overhaul.

Compatibility

Fits original round PTO drive shaft. Not compatible with later hexagonal shafts. Suitable for both early WC 1/2-ton models (with Braden MU winch) and later 3/4-ton and 6x6 models (with Braden MU2 winch). Check the condition of the corresponding yokes — worn yokes cannot be combined with new joints.

Historical context

The PTO-driven front winch was an important feature of Dodge WC-series lorries, initially with 10,000 lbs capacity on the early 1/2-ton models and later 5,000-7,500 lbs on the 3/4-ton versions. The universal joints in the drive shaft were critical components that had to withstand heavy loads during winching operations in the field.

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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.

This part fits:

ModelYears
Dodge
Dodge WC52 weapons carrier (winch)1942, 1943, 1944, 1945
Dodge WC55 gun motor carriage1942, 1943
Dodge WC56 command car1942, 1943, 1944, 1945
Dodge WC57 command car (winch)1942, 1943, 1944, 1945

📐 Diagrams & technical drawings

From the original Technical Manual TM 9-808 — Technical Manual — only for Dodge ¾-ton 4×4 (WC series)

Winch
Winch
Page 335–338