Old Jeep Parts

Just imagine what the world will be if cars were not invented. Thank God He gave man the capacity to be creative and produce machines and equipments that would make his life easier. Transportation machines are the product of man's creativeness to take him wherever he wants to go. Some cars however are not suitable for all types of driving. Some vehicles are only suited for highway driving while others which are meant for off-road use are too rugged to be used on highways. From this difficulty arise the jeep. The jeep can be used fro all types of driving may it be for off or on-road driving. Old jeep parts are meant for military use. The first jeep autos flourished out of necessity and were hand-built within seven weeks. As early as World War I, the US Army had been clamoring for a fast but lightweight vehicle that can suit the rough terrains of their assigned locations. Calls were done to various automakers for such kind of vehicle.

 

 

After several changes, the Quartermaster Corps on July 7, 1940 finally laid down the specifications of the vehicle they need. The car must have a front driving axle paired with a two-speed transfer case including provisions for relocating the front axle drive. The car's body must be rectangular in design with a windshield and three bucket seats that can be folded for easier adjustments to suit various conditions. Engine power must be increased specifically in respect with the Belly-flopper prototype. The vehicle's weight must not be more than 2,160 pounds with a wheelbase of not more than 80 inches, a minimum ground clearance of 6.25 inches and a tread of not greater than 47 inches. A 30-caliber machine gun must be mounted together with blackout lighting, hydraulic brakes, oil-bath air cleaner, full floating axles, a special type of bracing for a pintle -styled hook setup and a cooling System to sustain low speed without causing the engine to overheat.

Invitations to bid were sent to 135 U.S. auto manufacturers to generate 70 vehicles but only the small Bantam Car Company which was already the Army's supplier of earlier reconnaissance vehicles and Willys-Overland were the two automaker companies that answered to the Army's call. Bantam Company submitted the pilot model in September 23 1940. The model weights 730 lbs. more than the specified vehicle weight but it was later on accepted because of good performance. Willys-Overland on the other hand managed to give crude sketches of their vehicle which underbid Bantam. However the 49-Day deadline specified by the Army is difficult to meet thus the two companies asked for an extension. After several modifications, Willys Company finally produced the first successful jeep used by the army.