Download or read book TM 9 803 Willys Overland MB and Ford Model GPW Jeep Technical Manual written by U. S. Army and published by . This book was released on 2011-09-01 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Designated as a light truck, the Jeep was the primary four-wheel drive vehicle for the U.S. Army during WWII. The Jeep's design owed a great deal to Karl Probst, a freelance designer employed by the American Bantam Car Co. Probst's prototype "Blitz Buggy" was built in a mere 49 days. It clearly impressed the Army in head-to-head competition against a design submitted by Willys-Overland. However the Buggy's engine failed to meet requirements, and the Army determined that Bantam could not produce the vehicle in quantity. As a result, the Army bought the Bantam design and asked both Willys and Ford to improve it. The Willys model MB, equipped with a L134 straight-4 "Go Devil" engine, was eventually accepted as the standard. Ford models built to Willys specifications were designated GPW ("G" for government vehicle, "P" designating the 80" wheelbase, and "W" indicating the Willys engine design). (Notably, the "GP" part of the designation is often misinterpreted to mean "General Purpose," and some have suggested this is the reason the vehicle was nick-named the "Jeep." In reality it was probably named after a character in the Popeye cartoons). Roughly 640,000 Jeeps were built during WWII by Ford and Willys, and used on every front. Utilitarian, rugged, and easy to maintain, Jeeps saw service as scout cars, ambulances, firefighting vehicles, as tractors for artillery, and more. The vehicle so impressed war correspondent Ernie Pyle that he called it one of the "two most important pieces of non-combat equipment ever developed" - the other being the pocket stove. Jeeps remained in service for the U.S. military in Korea and in the Vietnam War. Created in 1944, this technical manual reveals a great deal about the Jeep's design and capabilities. Intended as a manual for those charged with operation and maintenance, this manual shows many aspects of its engine, cooling, power, drive train and other systems. Originally labeled restricted, this manual was declassified long ago and is here reprinted in book form. Care has been taken to preserve the integrity of the text.
Download or read book Winter and the Willys MB Ford Gpw written by Robert Notman and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2004-07-01 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: During WW2 the Willys MB and Ford GPW "jeep" were used over the entire world. Most of the time they were used as open vehicles. But in some extremely cold climates the jeep was equipped with heaters and full enclosures to protect the crew. This book covers the winterization gear used on the jeeps.
Download or read book The Military Jeep Complete Willys MB Ford GPW written by United States. Department of the Army and published by Motorbooks International. This book was released on 1971 with total page 511 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Military Jeep written by Pat Ware and published by Haynes Publishing UK. This book was released on 2011-01-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Jeep was the primary light four-wheel-drive vehicle of the US Army and allies during the Second World War and the post-war period. It was originally designed to meet a 1940 US Army specification, and over 600,000 examples were built in both Ford and Willys forms. The Jeep saw service all over the world, and a healthy number of restored authentic military examples can still be seen today in the hands of enthusiasts. This book provides a brief history of this iconic vehicle, and a fascinating behind-the-scenes insight into what is involved in restoring, operating and maintaining a Jeep today, 70 years after the prototype first appeared.
Download or read book Factory Original Wartime Jeeps written by James Taylor and published by . This book was released on 2020-11-26 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Military Jeep Complete written by United States. War Department and published by . This book was released on 1971 with total page 511 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Jeep written by Patrick R. Foster and published by . This book was released on 2014-07-15 with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DIVThe definitive, fully illustrated celebration of an auto manufacturer that paved its own way by going off-road./divDIV /divDIVFew American vehicles, or vehicles made anywhere else in the world for that matter, are as universally iconic as the Jeep. From olive drab WWII military relics to the beloved Wrangler with its rear-mounted spare tire, open-air design, and telltale roll cage, the Jeep is a true classic. In Jeep: The History of America’s Greatest Vehicle, automotive writer Patrick R. Foster chronicles over 70 years of Jeep vehicle design and production. Beginning with the Jeep as a crucial component of the American World War II fleet, Foster expertly recounts the corporate shifts, financial struggles and successes, close calls, and—above all—the enduring machines that have carried Jeep from the early 1940s to its triumphant role as a modern-day embodiment of American perseverance. Three hundred color and black-and-white historical photos complement his expertly written narrative of Jeep’s entire history, reminding us that sometimes, the road less traveled was just waiting for the right truck./div
Download or read book Jeep written by Patrick R. Foster and published by Motorbooks. This book was released on 2020-01-14 with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The definitive, fully illustrated celebration of an auto manufacturer that paved its own way by going off-road is now updated to celebrate Jeep’s 80th anniversary. Few American vehicles, or vehicles made anywhere else in the world for that matter, are as universally iconic as the Jeep. From olive drab WWII military relics to the beloved Wrangler with its rear-mounted spare tire, open-air design, and telltale roll cage, the Jeep is a true classic. In Jeep: Eight Decades from Willys to Wrangler, automotive writer Patrick R. Foster chronicles Jeep vehicle design and production from the beginning of World War II to present. Beginning with the Jeep as a crucial component of the American war fleet, Foster expertly recounts the corporate shifts, financial struggles and successes, close calls, and, above all, the enduring machines that have carried Jeep from the early 1940s to its triumphant role as a modern-day embodiment of American perseverance. More than 200 color and black-and-white historical photos and period advertisements complement his expertly written narrative of Jeep's entire history, now updated to include five years of new model editions and prototypes, its return to the pickup market, and recent stunning marketplace successes. The resulting book reminds us that sometimes the road less traveled was just waiting for the right truck.
Download or read book The Jeep written by Olyslager Organisation and published by Frederick Warne Publishers. This book was released on 1971 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Jeep Service Repair Handbook written by and published by . This book was released on 1977 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Complete WW2 Military Jeep Manual written by US Army Staff and published by Brooklands Books Limited. This book was released on 2006-04-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Comprehensive manual containing full information on how to maintain and overhaul the Ford and Willys Jeeps manufactured during WW2. Includes TM9-803, TM9-1803A, TM9-1803B, etc.
Download or read book All American Wonder written by Ray R. Cowdery and published by Victory Records. This book was released on 2001 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 1993 revised edition, of the 1986 study of the WWII version of the famous jeep. Over 150 rare photos and original line drawings carefully document the provenance, history, manufacture, repair and restoration of Willys MB and Ford GPW military jeeps. You won't want to miss this!!
Download or read book The Jeep written by Lance Cole and published by Pen and Sword. This book was released on 2019-01-30 with total page 165 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “The Jeep is as iconic a military vehicle as the Chieftain tank, and this terrific book celebrates it in brilliant style . . . inspiring.” —Books Monthly The Second World War Jeep was one of the most famous and influential military vehicles of all time, and over 600,000 were produced. It served with all the Allied forces during the war on every front and it has been the inspiration behind the design of light, versatile, rugged military and civilian vehicles ever since. In this, the first volume in Pen & Sword’s LandCraft series, Lance Cole traces the design, development and manufacturing history of the Jeep and describes its operational role within the Allied armies. A selection of archive photographs showing the Jeep in service in European and Pacific campaigns gives a graphic impression of how adaptable the Jeep was and records the variety of equipment it could carry. The book is an excellent source for the modeler, providing details of available kits, together with specially commissioned color profiles recording how the Jeeps used by different units and armies appeared. Lance Cole’s introduction to the Jeep is necessary reading and reference for enthusiasts and modelers. “If you are a modeler looking for guidance and inspiration then this book is a must have. Its pages are packed full of jeep goodness, giving tips and ideas for your build. It is also a great read, or coffee-time browser, if you are a vehicle enthusiast or simply love Willys/Ford jeeps and merely want to stimulate your brain and satisfy your eyes.” —The OCAD Collection
Download or read book Military Maintenance for MB Gpw Jeeps 1941 45 written by Robert Notman and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2005-06 with total page 391 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Information regarding the preventative maintenance, modifications and repair of the World War Two vehicles--Willys MB and Ford GPW. Vehicles that helped the Allies win the war and remain cherised by veterans and collectors alike. This volume has articles on a wide variety of subjects including special features, air, petroleum & lubrications, electrical, maintenance, Sgt. Half-Mast, contributions, rumors, paint and tires. There's a ton of stuff in this volume--"Modern design-a new 1/4 ton trailer," "Care of stored vehicles," "a new rifle bracket," "The Army's New Paint System" and many more. Like a discussion of the fuels and lubes used during WW2 and how much gear lube should go in a differential? You can check out an eighteen page, 5MB preview to get an idea of what the book is about.
Download or read book Carburetors Carter written by United States. War Department and published by . This book was released on 1944 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Bantam Ford and Willys 1 4 Ton Reconnaissance Cars written by Robert Notman and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2006-07-01 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 1/4-ton, 4x4, truck of World War Two started out in the hands of the Infantry and a little company called American Bantam Car Company. Bantam worked with the Army's Quartermaster Corps to produce the pilot model that was accepted and then fulfilled their initial contract for 70 trucks. During testing of the pilot both Ford and Willys-Overland were invited to check out this new vehicle. The vehicles were studied in great detail. Soon, at their own expense, Ford and Willys-Overland submitted pilots for testing too. This book covers the production prototypes--Bantam BRC-40, Ford GP and the Willys MA.
Download or read book American Cars of the 1950s written by David Newhardt, Robert Genat and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
