Willys Truck 1/4 ton 4x4 - Model MB - Maintenance Manual (1942)

The Willys MB (known as a Jeep, or formally as the U.S. Army Truck, 1/4 ton, 4x4) is a four-wheel drive utility vehicles that was manufactured during World War II (Produced from 1941 to 1945 with a total of 361,339 units. This truck was the first military vehicles mass-produced in the United States.

The Willys MB US Army jeep is a great example of war-time ingenuity that provided the forces with a standardized personnel and cargo transporter that was very effective on the ground. Renown features are the 6.00x16 tires, 60 honest horsepower at 4,000 rpm, a gasoline can bracket on the left rear, provisions for trailer lights, spark interference suppression, a blackout light system, twin top bows and sealed spring shackles.

Contents of the 1942 - Model MB - Maintenance Manual

• Unloading
• Drivers Instructions
• Lubrication and Inspection
• Engine
• Clutch
• Fuel System
• Exhaust System
• Cooling
• Electrical
• Transmission
• Transfer Case
• Propeller Shaft and Universal Joints
• Front Axle
• Read Axle
• Brakes
• Wheels, Hubs and Drums
• Steering
• Frame
• Springs and Shock Absorbers
• Body
• Necessary Tools

Contract Number W-398-qm-11423, U.S.A. Reg. Numbers 2073506 to 2078606. Parts are designated in this book under both Ford and Willys part numbers since all parts are interchangeable for vehicles produced by Ford Motor Company. Contract W-398-qm-11424, Model GPW, U.S.A. Reg. Numbers 20100000S to 20163145S, TM-10-1349.