SHAFT MAIN STEERING GEAR W/WORM ASS NET
Steering box main shaft with worm gear
Replacement for worm-and-sector steering system
Main shaft with integrated worm gear for the steering box of WWII military vehicles. This shaft forms the heart of the worm-and-sector steering system and transfers steering column movement to the sector shaft. When wear occurs on the worm or bearings, play develops in the steering — this component restores precision.
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Type Worm-and-sector mechanism |
Function Steering box main shaft |
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Application According to category |
Condition Replacement |
Features
- Main shaft with integrated worm gear transmission
- Hardened steel for durability under load
- Replaces worn original shaft during steering box overhaul
- Eliminates play in the steering
- Suitable for worm-and-sector steering box restoration
★ Essential component for repairing worn steering boxes. The worm-and-sector system was standard on heavy military lorries from WWII — robust and reliable, but susceptible to wear after decades of use.
Installation notes
Fitting requires complete disassembly of the steering box. Check all bearings, oil seals and shims during overhaul. Adjust worm preload and sector mesh correctly according to factory instructions to eliminate play and ensure smooth operation. Fill steering box with correct quantity of 90W gearbox oil or grease in accordance with original specifications.
Compatibility
Check diameter of the sector shaft and steering box dimensions before ordering. Worm-and-sector steering boxes came in various versions with different dimensions and bearing constructions. Measure the original main shaft and compare technical specifications.
Historical context
The worm-and-sector steering system was applied from the 1920s onwards on lorries and heavy vehicles. Due to the high gear ratio, it was eminently suitable for heavy military lorries, where robustness and serviceability outweighed manoeuvrability.
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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.
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 |
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| 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)
