MB GPW LATE STYLE ANCO TANDEM
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Tandem windscreen wiper set manual – ANCO late style
With locking system, complete with arms and blades
Complete manually operated tandem windscreen wiper set in the late war version with connecting rod. These ANCO RAINMASTER-style wipers were issued as military replacement from mid-1944 onwards and are characterised by their unique locking mechanism allowing the wipers to be fixed in raised position.
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Type Late war tandem, manual |
Version ANCO style with lock function |
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Pivot spacing 5 inch (597 mm) |
Kit contents 2 arms, 2 blades, connecting rod, operating levers |
Features
- ANCO RAINMASTER style – late war version from 1944
- Locking mechanism for wiper parking position
- Tandem connecting rod – both wipers operated from one side
- Pre-tensioned arms – keep wipers raised and out of the way
- Complete with rubber inserts and mounting hardware
★ This reproduction follows the original late-war ANCO specifications, including the characteristic locking system that was absent on early tandem sets. The arms are correctly hardened as per original, unlike cheaper reproductions.
Application
Developed as late war replacement for standard hand wipers on WWII vehicles. Used on late production vehicles from mid-1944 onwards. The tandem coupling enables operation of both wipers from either driver's or passenger's side.
Installation notes
Mount wipers through existing 1/4 inch holes in the windscreen. Note correct insertion of spindle – wipers must pass completely through windscreen so that flat retaining washer fits on inside. Tandem rod connects between the two operating levers. No additional drilling required when replacing earlier hand wipers.
Compatibility
Fits standard WWII windscreen frames with 1/4 inch wiper holes spaced approximately 23.5 inches apart. Not suitable for later vacuum wiper versions without modifications. Blades are 9 inch – differing from early 8.5 inch hand wiper blades.
Historical context
The ANCO RAINMASTER tandem wipers were issued from 1944 as military field kit to replace early individual hand wipers. The locking mechanism made it possible to safely flip up the wipers during off-road driving or combat operations.
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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 |
|---|---|
| Military jeeps | |
| Willys MB | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Ford GPW | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Hotchkiss M201 | 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966 |