WADING FLAG W/O GLUE
American flag wading checklist sticker.
Used on normandy landings to indicate that a vehicle was water-proofed.
These stickers can be placed on the interior side of the windshield to ensure longlivety.
Each sticker is individually numbered.
Fording Flag
Without adhesive layer
Reproduction of the original warning applied during WWII to the inside of the windscreen during deep water fording operations. This variant is supplied without adhesive layer, allowing you to choose your preferred fixing method.
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Application Windscreen marking |
Type Without adhesive |
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Period WWII |
Mounting Inside windscreen |
Features
- Reproduction of original WWII fording flag
- Without pre-applied adhesive layer
- Intended for mounting on inside of windscreen
- Historically correct version
- Free choice of fixing method
★ This reproduction is supplied without adhesive layer, allowing you to decide how to apply this historically correct marking yourself — for example using diluted wood glue for authentic patina development.
Application
This warning was applied during WWII to the inside of the windscreen when vehicles were fitted with deep water fording kit. It reminded the driver of the special procedures when fording deep water. Suitable for authentic restorations of WWII military vehicles.
Installation notes
Fix to the inside of the windscreen. Traditional method: use diluted wood glue (e.g. Titebond II) with water to a thin liquid — produces an authentic brown patina after several years. Alternative: use repositionable adhesive spray. Ensure the windscreen is clean and grease-free before mounting.
Compatibility
Historically used on military vehicles fitted with deep water fording kit. It was particularly applied during D-Day preparations and amphibious operations. Fits all WWII vehicles where fording procedures were applicable.
Historical context
The fording flag was used during WWII to warn crews of the special procedures during deep water wading. Original examples from D-Day preparation are rare and highly sought after by collectors.
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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 |
|---|---|
| Military jeeps | |
| Willys MB | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Ford GPW | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Dodge | |
| Dodge WC52 weapons carrier (winch) | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Dodge WC53 carryall | 1942, 1943, 1944 |
| Dodge WC54 ambulance | 1942, 1943, 1944 |
| Dodge WC55 gun motor carriage | 1942, 1943 |
| Dodge WC56 command car | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Dodge WC57 command car (winch) | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
📐 Diagrams & technical drawings
From the original Technical Manual TM 10-1513 — Maintenance Manual — only for Willys MB / Ford GPW (1942)
