42 GPW Script 26708 Restoration

If you have an unrestored WWII jeep, we would like to see pictures, and hear your comments. NO EBAY or COMMERCIAL SALES.
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Re: 42 GPW Script 26708 Restoration

Post by JAB » Tue Jun 16, 2020 8:05 am

Where the lever springs go has been discussed in the past but I don't recall the outcome. In my manual they're pictured between them so that's where I'm putting them. Also, you may find a "step" in the levers from wear, or machined, and decide based on that to put them back into the "step".
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Re: 42 GPW Script 26708 Restoration

Post by twinflyer17 » Tue Jun 16, 2020 1:11 pm

Nice job, Todd!
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Re: 42 GPW Script 26708 Restoration

Post by Viking27 » Wed Jun 17, 2020 11:07 pm

Very nice work :)
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Re: 42 GPW Script 26708 Restoration

Post by 1942 Ford GPW 352nd » Fri Aug 28, 2020 12:02 pm

Well, it has been some time since my last post, but I have been making progress. I moved on to restoring the leaf springs and now I fully understand and appreciate, why others have dreaded this part of the restoration. :shock: I decided to lightly sandblast the springs, as opposed to use the wire wheel and was pleased at how they cleaned-up. It was a challenge to develop a way to hold each and every leaf spring during painting, but was able to secure a few sturdy pipes between a set of stands. After reading other posts, I too decided to use the graphite spray between the leaves and hope that it will work out well, but will have to wait until they are installed.

Pleasant surprise finding the little F-scripts on the clips and the L-mark on the top leaf spring. I thought I read that the purpose was to distinguish between the L and R side, but would be interested if others have any additional feedback.
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Re: 42 GPW Script 26708 Restoration

Post by horrocks » Fri Aug 28, 2020 12:55 pm

Blimey, you've got a carpet in your shop. I haven't even got walls on mine!

Very nice work.
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Post by dcrawford » Fri Aug 28, 2020 12:56 pm

Looking awesome, Todd. Keep up the great work.
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Post by conrod6 » Fri Aug 28, 2020 11:49 pm

I have been collecting springs for a long while - just about have enough I think to make a set up. I hope they come out as good as yours have.

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Re: 42 GPW Script 26708 Restoration

Post by 1942 Ford GPW 352nd » Sun Aug 30, 2020 6:27 pm

Toby, Dave, and Barrie,
Thanks guys for your feedback and support as it is truly appreciated! They sure help and serve as a reminder to do things right, the 1st time. Forgot to add a photo of the F-script as found on the leaf spring clip.
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As I continue to wait until I can get the necessary tools and jig to straighten my frame (it has a slight twist), I decided to move onto the steering column. The ball on the pitman arm looks pretty good, so I figured maybe the steering box was in good condition and hoped that it didn't need a complete rebuild. After removing the steering box cover, I was amazed at how the interior of the box was packed with grease and the consistency of the grease. I read multiple posts on the type of grease to use for the steering column, but was amazed at how the grease reminded me of the consistency of peanut butter. Not sure if it is due to age or the type of grease, but boy is it thick!

Nice surprise - I found a nice F-mark on the steering column. But after looking at the worm gear, it appears to have been repaired numerous times along the shaft and at the worm gear. Unfortunately, I think it may need to be replaced as it looks like the worm gear is damaged significantly. Not sure if the repairs were performed by bubba or if it happened during wartime, but you can also see where the rod has been painted gray.
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Post by 1942 Ford GPW 352nd » Mon Aug 31, 2020 4:24 am

Not sure why, but now having difficulty uploading a few photos. This photo of the steering column was missed previously.

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Post by 1942 Ford GPW 352nd » Mon Aug 31, 2020 4:24 am

here it is.
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Post by 1942 Ford GPW 352nd » Mon Aug 31, 2020 4:33 am

and noticed the difference in the F-marks on the collar. For reference, I attached the photo from Zephs GPW restoration.
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Re: 42 GPW Script 26708 Restoration

Post by twinflyer17 » Mon Aug 31, 2020 4:54 am

Looking good, Todd! Regarding the steering box rebuild, make sure the sector shaft is in good condition before reusing. I think I explained this to you before, but I ended up having one of the nubs shear off in my box a few years ago when I was pushing the jeep around the garage. Fortunately I wasn't driving, but after disassembling, and reading quite a bit more, I learned that the condition of my worm gear and sector shaft weren't serviceable like I thought when I first did the rebuild. I ended of rebuilding the box again and replaced both of those parts.
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Re: 42 GPW Script 26708 Restoration

Post by 1942 Ford GPW 352nd » Tue Sep 01, 2020 5:57 am

Thanks Sean for your reply and reminder of your near-miss accident. It is great lesson learned to share on this site.

Not sure why, but now experiencing difficulties with uploading photos and I thought I attached a photo of the sector shaft. But the pins are serverly worn and I was planning on replacing it along with a few other components for the steering box. I had contacted RFP yesterday to place an order for a new sector shaft, I/O bushings and worm gear shaft, but unfortunately, the worm gear shaft is on back-order and they do not have line of sight as to when they would expect to get them in. So, the bad news is I will need to put the steering box on the side and move on till I can find a good worm gear shaft.

Truly appreciate RFP's honesty and integrity in communicating the need to avoid purchasing current available worm gear shafts as they are likely prone to failure.

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Re: 42 GPW Script 26708 Restoration

Post by 1942 Ford GPW 352nd » Fri Oct 16, 2020 6:38 am

Well, as I cannot find an acceptable Worm Gear Shaft replacement for my steering box, I decided to put it aside and move on. Purchased new brake cylinder/pads, Ron as well as other components to secure the hub to the axle. Almost forgot to bend the wheel bearing nut lock washer...
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Re: 42 GPW Script 26708 Restoration

Post by 1942 Ford GPW 352nd » Fri Oct 16, 2020 6:54 am

And decided to take advantage of the nice weather to sandblast the combat wheels. What was I thinking?!?!? :lol:
Had to also construct some way of keeping the wheels off of the ground to ensure full coverage of the primer. It went well but after painting the wheels with OD, noticed a fair amount of dents in the rims, so had to use All-Metal to clean things up a bit.

Decided to go with Goodyears and pleased with them, but frustration truly set in with installation of the combat wheel nuts. At the time, Ron didn't have enough combat wheel nuts for all 5 wheels and had to go with multiple suppliers. Unfortunately, I had to chase all nuts before installation. :x

I had way under-estimated the amount of time it took to fully assemble all 5 wheels, but I am really pleased with the finished product!
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