TOP BOW ASS
WOA2897
Top Bow Set
Complete framework for canvas field top
Steel top bow set for mounting the original canvas field top. This complete framework consists of front and rear bow in tubular construction and installs on the existing body brackets on both sides of the body.
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Material Steel, tubular construction |
Finish Primer (painting required) |
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Original part number Willys WO-A-2897 / Ford FM-GPW-1151266 |
Government Group 0607D |
Features
- Willys part number: WO-A-2897
- Ford part number: FM-GPW-1151266, FM-GPW-13200, FM-GPW-1129670
- Government Group: 0607D per SNL G-503
- Complete with front and rear bow in one assembly
- Tubular construction to original specifications
- Mounts on existing body brackets (A-2754)
- Suitable for use with original canvas field top
★ This component installs on the existing hinged brackets on the body. The top bows can be folded down when the canvas top is removed or stowed.
Application
1941-1945 Willys MB and Ford GPW reconnaissance truck with canvas field top. Per SNL G-503 figure A (front view, item I) and figure B (rear view, item A). Requires mounting brackets WO-A-2754 (pivot bracket) attached to the body.
Installation notes
Mounts on the pivot brackets (WO-A-2754) attached to the left and right sides of the body. The bow assembly can pivot to be folded down when the top is removed. Canvas top attaches to this framework by means of footman loops and straps. Finish: supplied in primer, overpainting in OD #9 (33070) or black required per vehicle specification.
Compatibility
Exclusively for Willys MB and Ford GPW 1941-1945. Not compatible with later CJ-2A, M38 or other variants without verification of bracket positions and dimensions. Ford version may have factory "F" marking.
Historical context
The top bow assembly was part of the standard field equipment for the 1/4-ton 4x4 Command Reconnaissance Truck and was essential for mounting the canvas field top which provided protection against weather conditions during 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.
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 | |
| Willys MB (early) | 1941, 1942 |
| 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 |