RAIL SHIFT THIRD/FOURTH PINION FORK
Shift rail third/fourth gear fork
For manual transmissions
Shift rail for operating the third and fourth gear fork in manual transmissions of WWII military vehicles. This rail moves axially within the transmission housing and is controlled by the gear lever via the shift plate. Detent notches in the rail ensure locking in each gear.
|
Material Steel |
Finish Hardened |
|
Function Shift rail 3rd/4th gear |
Transmission type Manual, 3- or 4-speed |
Features
- Precision-milled with detent notches for locking
- Provided with groove for Bristol set screw of the shift fork
- Hardened steel for durability and wear resistance
- Slot for shift plate operation
- Complete with interlock notches against double engagement
★ Essential component for correct operation of the manual transmission. Replacement necessary in case of wear, corrosion or incorrect detent operation.
Installation notes
Ensure correct positioning of the detent notches relative to the poppet ball and spring. Check that the rail moves smoothly in the housing without lateral play. Ensure that the interlock pin can move freely. Bristol set screw in the shift fork must be tightened securely with lock wire.
Compatibility
Not all shift rails are interchangeable - reproduction rails may be incorrectly milled or not run true. Check before installation that the rail rolls across a flat surface without wobbling effect. Overly tight rails may seize in the housing.
Historical context
Shift rails in WWII transmissions were often manufactured by Warner Gear (Borg-Warner) and had to withstand extreme conditions. Corrosion of the detent spring is a common cause of failure in transmissions that have stood idle for extended periods.
This description was generated automatically. Unsure about fitment? Contact us at info@willys.be.
⚠ Spotted an error in this description? Report it to 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 |
|---|---|
| Dodge | |
| Dodge WC51 (early) | 1942 |
| Dodge WC51 weapons carrier | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| 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 |
| Dodge WC58 radio command car | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Dodge WC63 6x6 (winch) | 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Dodge WC64 KD ambulance | 1945 |
📐 Diagrams & technical drawings
From the original Technical Manual TM 9-808 — Technical Manual — only for Dodge ¾-ton 4×4 (WC series)
