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Cotter pin steering rod 1/8 x 1¾ inch
For ball seat plugs steering connecting rod
Original specification cotter pin for the adjustable ball seat plugs of the steering connecting rod (draglink). This pin secures the adjusting screws that hold the steering ball seats in place and is essential for correct and safe steering operation.
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Material Steel |
Dimension 1/8 x 1¾ inch (3.2 x 44.5 mm) |
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Ordnance ref. WO-5134 / FM-72089-S |
Quantity per vehicle 2 pieces |
Features
- Diameter 1/8 inch (3.2 mm), length 1¾ inch (44.5 mm)
- Ordnance part numbers: WO-5134 (Willys) and FM-72089-S (Ford)
- Government Group 1401 — Steering Connecting Rod
- Used for ball seat adjusting plugs WO-630756 and WO-630757
- 2 pieces required per vehicle (1 per adjusting plug)
★ According to SNL G-503 specification — original size for Willys MB and Ford GPW steering system.
Application
Willys MB and Ford GPW (1941-1945). Used in the steering connecting rod (draglink) assembly to secure the adjustable ball seat plugs. 2 pieces required per vehicle: one for the large adjusting plug (WO-630756) and one for the small adjusting plug (WO-630757).
Installation notes
Insert the cotter pin through the keyhole in the adjusting plug after correct adjustment has been made. Bend the ends of the pin to prevent loosening. Check that the pin passes completely through the hole and is securely fastened. Consult TM 9-1803B for complete adjustment procedure of the steering connecting rod ball seats.
Compatibility
Only suitable for steering connecting rod ball seat plugs. Do not interchange with other cotter pin sizes — incorrect diameter or length may result in unsafe steering operation. Also used in original Willys/Ford spare parts kits.
Historical context
The WO-5134 cotter pin was part of the standard spare parts kit supplied with every Willys MB and Ford GPW. This kit contained 13 different cotter pin sizes for various applications on the vehicle.
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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 | |
| Willys MB (early) | 1941, 1942 |