SHAFT CLUSTER GEAR TRANS DODGE
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Cluster Gear Shaft Gearbox
4-Speed Transmission
Cluster gear shaft for the 4-speed manual gearbox. This shaft runs through the centre of the cluster gear and is an essential component of the gear transmission. Suitable for various Dodge military lorries from the WWII period.
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Application 4-speed transmission |
Part type Cluster gear shaft (countershaft) |
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Period 1941-1947 |
Part number 556881 |
Features
- Shaft for cluster gear in 4-speed transmission
- Runs through the centre of the cluster gear assembly
- Original part number 556881
- Replacement part for WWII military lorries
- Essential for correct gear transmission
★ Precision component for the manual 4-speed transmission as fitted in WWII military vehicles.
Application
Suitable for Dodge WC-series (1941-1947) up to serial number 61126289, WD-15 up to serial number 83300001, WD-20/WD-21 up to serial number 81211001, WF up to serial number 81335001, and WFM up to serial number 83500001. Exclusively for vehicles with 4-speed manual transmission.
Installation notes
The countershaft is installed through the cluster gear assembly and locked with a lock plate. During assembly, first fit the cluster gear assembly with needle bushings and felt rings, use a dummy shaft to hold bearings in position during assembly, then drive in the final countershaft from the rear whilst the dummy shaft comes out. Ensure correct alignment of woodruff key and thrust washers.
Compatibility
Exclusively suitable for 4-speed transmissions in Dodge WC/WD/WF-series lorries. NOT compatible with 3-speed transmissions or later transmission types. Note serial numbers — this part is only for early production up to the stated serial numbers. Late production received different part numbers.
Historical context
The Dodge WC-series lorries formed the backbone of American military logistics during WWII, with more than 250,000 units produced. The robust 4-speed manual transmission was renowned for reliability under demanding operational conditions.
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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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| 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)
