WELL GAS TANK ASSEMBLY EARLY
WOA3497E
Fuel Tank Pan Early Model (A-3497E)
Pressed steel with square corners
Reproduction fuel tank pan in pressed steel for early production military jeeps. This pan is mounted in the floor panel beneath the fuel tank on the driver's side and protects the tank against stones and dirt from below. Fitted with drain holes.
|
Material Pressed steel |
Design Early model with square corners |
|
Application 1941 - early 1942 |
Original number A-3497E |
Features
- Pressed steel construction for durability
- Square corners characteristic of early production
- Fitted with drain holes for water and dirt
- Fits beneath early fuel tank with narrow mouth filler opening (A-1221)
- Direct replacement for original Ordnance part A-3497E
★ Complete reproduction to original specifications for authentic restoration of early military jeeps from 1941-early 1942.
Application
This fuel tank pan fits early production vehicles built from November 1941 to early 1942 (serial numbers approximately 100001 to 174738). Used in combination with the early fuel tank with narrow mouth/small cap and early driver's seat panel with round opening. The square corners distinguish this early pan from the later rounded version (A-3497).
Installation notes
Mount in the floor panel beneath the driver's seat. Ensure the drain holes are facing downwards and remain clear. Combine with the correct felt anti-squeak kit around the fuel tank. The pan serves as protection against stone chips and as a catch pan for any leaked fuel. Check after installation that the tank has sufficient clearance and is not under tension.
Compatibility
ONLY for early production 1941 - early 1942. Does NOT fit later vehicles with wide mouth filler opening which received the rounded tank pan (A-3497) from September 1942 onwards. Note: the late tank pan has rounded corners and a slightly different shape. Always use the correct combination of tank pan, fuel tank and driver's seat panel for your production period.
Historical context
The early tank pan with square corners was used during the first production period of the standardised 1/4-ton 4x4 truck. In early 1942, the design was changed to a larger filler opening and rounded tank pan to enable faster refuelling in combat conditions.
This description was generated automatically. Unsure about fitment? Contact us at info@willys.be.
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 (early) | 1941, 1942 |
| Ford GPW (early) | 1942 |