BRUSH STARTER 6 VOLTS (SET OF 4) DODGE

WC52WC53WC54WC55WC56WC57WC58WC63
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12,28 €
BTW: 2,13 €
SKU:  CC927909
GTIN (EAN,ISBN): 1.23
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War Dept specs from the original Technical Manual — click to open

Carbon Brush Starter 6 Volt

Set of 4 pieces

Quality set of four carbon brushes for overhauling and maintaining 6 volt starter motors on Dodge WC-series vehicles. Carbon brushes are wear-sensitive components in the starter motor that must be replaced over time to ensure reliable operation.

Material

Copper-graphite alloy

Voltage

6 Volt

Application

Dodge WC-series starter motor

Set contents

4 carbon brushes

Features

  • Set of 4 carbon brushes for complete overhaul
  • 6 volt specification for original electrical installation
  • Copper-graphite composition for high current load
  • Suitable for short duration high power operation
  • Replacement part for starter motor overhaul

★ Essential overhaul component for maintaining the 6 volt starter motor. Replacement of worn carbon brushes prevents starting problems and ensures reliable operation.

Application

Suitable for 6 volt starter motors on Dodge WC-series vehicles from the Second World War, including ½ ton, ¾ ton and 1½ ton models with 230 ci engine. When replacing, check that the length of the old brushes has not fallen below the wear limit (minimum 8mm beyond the wire connection).

Installation notes

Installation requires partial dismantling of the starter motor. Note the correct positioning of brushes with straight versus side connections — two brushes are earthed via the holder (straight connector), two are connected to the field windings (side connector). During dismantling, hold the springs aside to prevent damage to the commutator and new brushes during assembly. Clean the commutator thoroughly before installing new brushes.

Compatibility

Specific to 6 volt systems. Not compatible with 12 volt starter motors. The copper-graphite composition is specifically developed for the high current load and short operating duration of starter motors — do not use standard carbon brushes from dynamos or generators.

Historical context

Starter motors on WW2 Dodge military vehicles operated at 6 volts and were designed for robust deployment under demanding conditions. The copper-graphite brushes reduce electrical resistance for maximum starting power, essential for cold starts in the field.

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Restoration part — not a ready-to-fit product

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:

ModelYears
Dodge
Dodge WC52 weapons carrier (winch)1942, 1943, 1944, 1945
Dodge WC53 carryall1942, 1943, 1944
Dodge WC54 ambulance1942, 1943, 1944
Dodge WC55 gun motor carriage1942, 1943
Dodge WC56 command car1942, 1943, 1944, 1945
Dodge WC57 command car (winch)1942, 1943, 1944, 1945
Dodge WC58 radio command car1942, 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)

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