13.0 Running Gear
Transmission: Transmission cases are to be painted engine
gray.
Transmission filler & drain holes were relocated to left side
of case around 9/42.*
Transfer case: Transfer cases are to be painted
OD.
With start of
production, GPWs were equipped with an external-contracting parking brake. This
was changed to an internal expanding brake around 3/13/44.
**
Drive Shafts: Original universal joints are
f marked.
Later production Ford front and rear drive shafts are
constructed from small diameter tube (about 1-1/4”). Early rear drive shaft
tubes are about 2” in diameter.
Grease Fittings: Original GPW grease
fittings were S7 plated (many were painted after assembly) and incorporated an
internal one-way valve. There is no ball visible at the grease inlet
point.
No silicone gasket sealer should be visible on any engine or
driveline components.
Deduct points for running gear that is
excessively dirty, has excessive oil leaks or grease buildup.
*“
Ord dept report”, AAW #2 P223
** “Ord dept report”, AAW #2
P223
Updates below this line
"With start of production, GPWs were equipped with an
external-contracting parking brake. This was changed to an internal expanding
brake around 3/13/44.**
"
Note: This is incorrect, ALL GPW's were
fitted with the external handbrakes. Ref Jim Gilmore.
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