History of 1942 Ford Script GPW 12073
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History of 1942 Ford Script GPW 12073
Just wondering what i can find out about this GPW?
Where built? History of use? Etc
Thanks
Where built? History of use? Etc
Thanks
Desert Storm/Afghanistan Veteran
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2 April 1942 Ford Script GPW 12073
December 1942 MB 199376
Matching numbers unrestored April 1943 GPW 109689 (sold)
30 March 1944 GPW 191099 ex Norweigan Army vehicle
WW2 Willys MBT trailer
MVPA member
2 April 1942 Ford Script GPW 12073
December 1942 MB 199376
Matching numbers unrestored April 1943 GPW 109689 (sold)
30 March 1944 GPW 191099 ex Norweigan Army vehicle
WW2 Willys MBT trailer
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Re: History of 1942 Ford Script GPW 12073
If you could post a photo of your nomenclature tag and frame serial number stamping Tom may be able to assist you on that.
Unless you find service related marking under the layers of paint on your front bumper, rear bumperetts or on the tub then it’s nearly impossible to to know much of it’s post-factory history.
Unless you find service related marking under the layers of paint on your front bumper, rear bumperetts or on the tub then it’s nearly impossible to to know much of it’s post-factory history.
Michael O’Connell
Too many jeeps…and a Dodge.
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Too many jeeps…and a Dodge.
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Re: History of 1942 Ford Script GPW 12073
...also inspect the left side of the motor for any rebuild tag facility as well as the T-84 and the T/C...remember your jeep should have a T-84 with a RIGHT side fill/drain plug. These may be clues to when and where any repairs were done which would lead to the history somewhat.
Chuck Lutz
GPW 17963 4/24/42 Chester, PA. USA 20113473 (USA est./Tom W.)
Bantam T3-C 1947
GPW 17963 4/24/42 Chester, PA. USA 20113473 (USA est./Tom W.)
Bantam T3-C 1947
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Re: History of 1942 Ford Script GPW 12073
I had GPW 12102 which was missing the data plates. Did find hood number though It was 2066889. Jeep was a total rust bucket so I stripped it for parts. Kept the seriaql number off the frame. Between the W in GPW and the first number is the double headed arrow.
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Re: History of 1942 Ford Script GPW 12073
12078 was built in Dallas. Being so close, I’d find it hard to fathom yours wasn’t. Probably same day.
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GPW 12078 http://g503.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=95&t=102532
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GPW 12078 http://g503.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=95&t=102532
https://www.homesteadersfinest.com/
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Re: History of 1942 Ford Script GPW 12073
My GPW is 21282 , where was she built ? Fondly Harve
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Re: History of 1942 Ford Script GPW 12073
Hey Harve, How long have u had 21282? When u bought it was it painted blue? Is the data tag still on glove box? If so look at the bottom of data plate and let me know what TM number they give for the repair manual and the parts manual? Was your gpw made in early May of 42? Best wishes; Leo
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Re: History of 1942 Ford Script GPW 12073
Data tags are missing unfortunately , April 1942 all matching numbers GPW Script 21282. ![Mr. Green :mrgreen:](./images/smilies/icon_mrgreen.gif)
![Mr. Green :mrgreen:](./images/smilies/icon_mrgreen.gif)
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Re: History of 1942 Ford Script GPW 12073
harve…. information concerning missing data plate details which include which factory it was made in and on what day have ended on g503 due to Tom being banned for what may be an eternity.
Sadly for the gee membership, Tom, Luc, Joe Friday and others....all knowledgeable, helpful experts are banned or quit voluntarily over the petty, partisan way things go now....the bully pulpit is OK, the reminiscing is OK and the appearance of an "EXPERT" on the scene that isn't sucks, doesn't it?
Tom has a Facebook account you can get in touch with him on for the information he used to supply here on the gee.
Sadly for the gee membership, Tom, Luc, Joe Friday and others....all knowledgeable, helpful experts are banned or quit voluntarily over the petty, partisan way things go now....the bully pulpit is OK, the reminiscing is OK and the appearance of an "EXPERT" on the scene that isn't sucks, doesn't it?
Tom has a Facebook account you can get in touch with him on for the information he used to supply here on the gee.
Chuck Lutz
GPW 17963 4/24/42 Chester, PA. USA 20113473 (USA est./Tom W.)
Bantam T3-C 1947
GPW 17963 4/24/42 Chester, PA. USA 20113473 (USA est./Tom W.)
Bantam T3-C 1947
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