PAN ENGINE CLUTCH HOUSING
Bell housing oil pan
Dust shield underneath bell housing
Protection plate mounted underneath the bell housing to keep dust, dirt and oil out of the clutch system. This oil pan forms a seal between the engine sump and the bell housing and protects the clutch from contamination.
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Function Dust protection and sealing |
Material Pressed steel |
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Position Underneath bell housing |
Component Bell housing assembly |
Features
- Protects clutch against oil, dust and dirt
- Mounted between oil pan and bell housing
- Prevents contamination of clutch components
- Essential for reliable clutch operation
- Pressed steel construction
★ Often overlooked component during restorations, but essential for a properly functioning clutch system. Protects the clutch disc from oil contamination coming from the engine.
Installation notes
Fixed with bolts or screws to the underside of the bell housing. Fit after installation of bell housing onto engine, before fitting gearbox. Check during installation that the gasket is properly seated.
Historical context
Standard component on WWII military vehicles to protect the clutch from dust and mud in field 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Dodge WC58 radio command car | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Dodge WC63 6x6 (winch) | 1943, 1944, 1945 |
📐 Diagrams & technical drawings
From the original Technical Manual TM 9-808 — Technical Manual — only for Dodge ¾-ton 4×4 (WC series)
