DRAG LINK ASSEMBLY 4X4

WC56
Manual available
61,41 €
BTW: 10,66 €
SKU:  CC598778
GTIN (EAN,ISBN): 5
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War Dept specs from the original Technical Manual — click to open

Complete drag link 4x4

Complete with ball joints

Complete drag link for 4x4 Dodge military vehicles. This drag link connects the pitman arm to the steering knuckle and ensures the transmission of steering movements to the wheels. An essential component of the steering system that is often subject to wear.

Type

Complete drag link

Drive

4x4

Application

Dodge military

Specification

Complete with ball ends

Features

  • Connects pitman arm to steering knuckle
  • Complete with both ball joints
  • Replacement part for military Dodge vehicles
  • Suitable for 4x4 applications
  • Essential for proper steering function

★ Replacement drag link for restoration of military Dodge vehicles. Checking the ball joints for play is essential for safe steering behaviour.

Installation notes

During installation, check that both ball joints clamp firmly without play. The connection to the pitman arm and steering knuckle must be conical — do not use a hammer but an appropriate puller. After installation, check the geometry of the steering system and the adjustment of the front wheels.

Compatibility

Please note: drag links for military Dodge vehicles may vary depending on model and year of manufacture. Check before ordering whether this version fits your specific vehicle. Early and late models may have different steering geometries.

Historical context

During WWII, Dodge developed various 4x4 vehicles where the drag link was a critical component of the robust steering system, designed to operate reliably in harsh terrain conditions.

This description was generated automatically. Unsure about fitment? Contact us at info@willys.be.

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.

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:

ModelYears
Dodge
Dodge WC56 command car1942, 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)

Steering
Steering
Page 311–316