PIVOT TOP BOW FORD STAMPED EARLY
1942 type top bow swivel for Willys MB.
Comes with bolt, plain washer and anti-rattle washer.
Made from original spec material.
Smooth casting with correct markings.
Late type and MB models also available.
Top bow hinge Ford stamped early
Early-type with 5/16 inch thread size
Stamped steel hinge for the top bow of early Ford GPW production. This early-type hinge is characterised by the 5/16 inch thread size for the thumb screw and features Ford-specific stampings. Essential component for a historically correct restoration of early GPW models.
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Material Stamped steel |
Type Early production |
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Thread size 5/16 inch (early version) |
Origin Reproduction to original |
Features
- Early-type hinge with 5/16 inch thread size for thumb screw
- Stamped steel construction as per original Ford design
- For mounting top bow to pivot bracket (A-2754)
- Connects the two top bow tubes with rivets
- Differs from late-type with 3/8 inch thread size
★ Authentic reproduction with correct thread size for early Ford GPW production — a detail that makes the difference in a correct restoration.
Application
Suitable for early Ford GPW production (circa 1942–mid-1943) where the top bow pivots have a 5/16 inch thread size for the thumb screw. Important: check the thread size of the existing pivot before ordering, as late-production GPWs switched to 3/8 inch thread size.
Installation notes
The hinge connects the two top bow tubes and is secured with rivets. The thumb screw (not included) fastens the hinge to the cast pivot on the top bow bracket. Note: early-type uses 5/16 inch thumb screw, late-type uses 3/8 inch. Incorrect combination will not fit. Always check existing hardware before assembly.
Compatibility
Specific for early Ford GPW production with 5/16 inch top bow pivots. NOT compatible with late-production GPWs using 3/8 inch pivots. Due to production changes during the war, vehicles from the same period may have different specifications — motor pools used what was available. Always check the existing thread size.
Historical context
Ford produced approximately 280,000 GPWs during WWII, with detail specifications changing several times. The transition from 5/16 inch to 3/8 inch thread size for top bow pivots occurred during production, with early vehicles using the smaller size.
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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 | |
| Ford GPW (early) | 1942 |