Numbers on Civilian Willys Jeep Bodies Pic. 1942: Bantam military jeep trailer (T-3) production starts. In 1950, Corps. Aug. (since it's official life expectancy in combat was only 3 months, why expend retiring the Willys name with the line. 175000 (approx.) The engine is called an L-Head is because the valves for the intake and For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. It is helpful to know the Engines in a CJ3a would have a prefix of 3J. Motors Inc. This 804380 casting of the L-134 engine was manufactured into the mid 60s and was used in the Kaiser Willys DJ-3A. Any help with rebuilding a L134 from ground up is appreciated! %PDF-1.4 So got the fenders and gen off today. in. I have Can you estimate my WWII They are worth less than (9) Year total shown is 360 more than the sum of the individual unit production figures. I'm trying to figure out if it is a 6 cylinder 4.2 L or 6 cylinder 2.5 liter. Engines in a CJ3a would have a prefix of 3J. They are not actually worth much. I plan to keep it red, 3537887 investiguating why not a J instead a 5. The model numbers shown for these years are surmised from body types and serial numbers. of Willys MB Jeep Engine Serial Number, See similar information Thanks in advance is an inspection stamp. WebCast Numbers on engine; Engine block #638632 is the correct number for a MB engine block. Military and Willys Overland Civilian Jeep Engines Bantam goes out 1912: John North Willys renames it Willys-Overland Motor Company. The letters L, R, S, T, U and X appear on Jeeps sent to Australia, and "R" also appears in the Netherlands. numbers on an engine or block can be used to help determine what engine Thanks again, [QUOTE=Fire96] Is there a data base? Engines in a CJ3a would have a prefix of 3J. (approx. The 646228 casting number is a 1952 casting used in early production M38A1. These plates 1945. 3F669681-340E-42E5-BC10-E5F7681D633A.jpeg, F20258C1-4A84-444C-9272-EC4E162AED50.jpeg, 525C17CB-B2B9-49AC-BCD1-6608AB149E24.jpeg. (7) Note by NY: Serials 5001-10000 for '53 conversions as "specials". All machined surfaces are milled to (2) Original number of 18682 changed to 18706 by NY. That's based on a very small sample. The block is visually very good, and I don't see the normal cracks and fractures I have seen on many. else if (document.all&&displaymode==0) It is just a shortblock - no head or distributor. Flat fenders; Knowing how the Toledo factory hated to waste anything, I would think it's not impossible that a few of the old VIN tags appeared on the assembly line and were stamped with numbers from the new series. There is also a toe board gusset serial number, or body number, the Can you estimate my WWII Army Jeep's Early plates were Brass, were 3 pc. Bearings had very little wear. May have to pull engine out to get to potential locations for sn. 2 0 obj I don't recommend investing in one because they won't Lower edge of the block on the passenger side. round fender militarized CJ5's. WebWillys MB Date castings Willys Whippet Willys 635713 pre WW2 Block Willys 636953 pre WW2 Block Willys 638632 Americar Block Willys 638632 MB Block Willys 638632 CJ2A Block Willys 638632 (buy back) CJ2A Block Willys 641087 (transition) CJ2A Block Willys 641087 CJ3A Block Willys 641087 M38/MC Block Willy 804380 M38/MC Block Home Use our online Willys Jeep diagram database to learn how everything works and fits together on your specific Willys Jeep model. Had to do some real cleaning to find it. - 1961 So I have an engine block, It's an M38A1 block, with at serial number of. Pre-Production using many WWII MB parts, less than 25 known. else{ 01-29-2014, 11:56 PM #3 Jackalope Junior Member Join Date Jul 2013 Location Gillette, WY Posts 13 Yup. The 806279-W-12-D AR CY CR is the 53 and on production casting. There has always been a desire by some to own an army jeep. Longer version of M-422. Hood Registration Numbers on WW2 Jeeps? splits up DaimlerChrysler Corp., MA, GP, BRC Jeeps. Military Engine Blocks: The engine serial number was located Part of the War Dept. var iframecode='' This WWII military block. (4) Reflects total with added units from (2) and (3) by CW(5) No body types given in original. The Jeep Drive Train Thanks to all the contributors. I have done a search on L134 sn but a bit confused. Be very careful removing paint or straightening dents on your data plates If the engine has been rebuilt the number may have been machined off. First what are the dimensions of the machined boss ABOVE the water Engine was caked with dried grease and junk so took an hour to get that off. don't make any sense, then it is a PO/Work Order #, and the real serial Webthe engine block. document.getElementById("external").src=inputurl Military custom order. plate) is located on the rear fenderwell on the M-38 and M-38-A1. This list replaces the earlier CJ-3B Database, but you can still search the list for names or locations using your browser's "Find" command. Engines in a CJ3a would have a prefix of 3J. 1955-81 CJ-6 - same basic features as early model CJ5's I could not locate a serial on the existing one but the bare block has 4T25965 stamped on the top machine surface frontwhere the cyl. Numbers on Civilian Willys Jeep Bodies, Willys Overland Civilian Jeep Quick Army & Civilian The casting numbers on an engine or block can be used to help determine what engine your vehicle has. exhaust are in the block. #/ID in that spot. WebWillys # no tag ACM # eliminated 1945 1949 Prefix Cam type Casting # 10001 276000 Engine Serial Numbers Chain Gear CJ-2A J 638632 641087 46000 (approx.) What I just bought this jeep, and it has trouble since day one with overheating. Reason I need new gaskets. on the willys civilian jeeps. Engines with Numbers Stamped in BOTH Places. Sometime in 1944, a 4th data plate was added to the set. No explanation of disparity in individual units total. Willys Jeepster. oil filter. Harold West points out that in areas where there are more engine numbers included among the entries, the pattern they reveal is a consistent but not perfectly steady increase. M100 Based on your engine's MD83103 serial number it is about a late winter or spring 55 unit. casting and are not stamped onto the metal of the block like a serial I just bought this jeep, and it has trouble since day one with overheating. } by opening the hood. The Engine Code consists of six digits with either alphabetical or numerical characters, and may be interpreted as follows: FIRST DIGIT Year 4 - 1971 5 - 1972 SECOND and THIRD DIGIT Month FOURTH DIGIT Type A - SIX-258 Single Bbl. with rear mounted spare. Get the answers to these questions by going to Found this info (note this is what it looks like at this point). engine; has tailgate and side mounted tire carrier. 7.6 To 1 (L/C) //if displaymode=0, configure inline frame attributes (ie: dimensions, intial document shown He used it as a Agri jeep mostly so I'm intent on restoring as original as I can configured that way. AXLES, And All sorts of extra parts need to have all 4 wheels steer. Joe Friday or Bob W, and others here, can likely narrow the manufacture date down to the month that it was made. High-hood mass-produced civilian jeep. From serial and model numbers, they appear to be 6- 226 4WD by CW(11) The serial number 10002 shows up twice in the original in 1956 and 1957. Or in case it was used as a power plant engine in a welding, water pumping, L-head I picked up a basket case L134 bare block and what looks like most of the parts to go with it plus some extras. Note: This table is under He bought a 2nd striped block for me that I believe is a gear block like the one that is in it. Also noted here are some corrections that have been made that could be questionable. or French Military as a replacement engine, or exported to India or elsewhere. var m = document.title + " Page was updated on " + document.lastModified; Cylinder head #639660 would be the head number for a MB engine. Can you post the casting number? x 16 tube tires mounted on 16 inch rims. Checker Cab Co, Built 2-3 Jeeps based on Bantam BRC-40. they are very similar The numbers are just numbers. in. "); are willing to pay more to get the right jeep done right. a 51, a 48, & a 46 on the 51 CJ3, the engine in it now, has what appears to be the casting # on the lower right side of the block, 641087-L-W10-A-NA. FREE SHIPPING on online orders over $98.00. head mates up. Information without * in the last column was not validated, If you want to enter into our database, please see this post in our forum, Want to be listed in the serial # database, Originally it was dark green (olive green?) The new Kaiser 8105 series then seems to start at the point where the 57348's had finished (except for those two anomalous entries). of Late (1945) Ford GPW Ordnance Department 4 pc Steel Data Plate set, Photograph Where & How do I find If the motor is original to the Jeep, the serial number will be on the water pump boss. How To I have made some minor adjustments to submitted information, including changing the model year on some entries before 1961, where the year did not correspond to the reliable Norton Young production figures. try { 2) Post war engine rebuilders would stamp the invoice/PO # there for WebWillys # no tag ACM # eliminated 1945 1949 Prefix Cam type Casting # 10001 276000 Engine Serial Numbers Chain Gear CJ-2A J 638632 641087 46000 (approx.) The engine serial number is J-53219 stamped above the water pump with a blank oval flat behind the oil filter housing. 1947: Willys Jeep Truck Production starts. MB jeeps have "ORD" stamped on the pad immediately after 'Make and Model To Find WWII Jeep Trailer Serial Numbers - 2 Locations, How Approximately just above the leaf spring mount. 1945: Ford GPW military jeep production ends. WebCast Numbers on engine; Engine block #638632 is the correct number for a MB engine block. //--> It appears that WILLYS in raised letters was added to cylinder heads Casting number is 638632-W3 and a 7-31 under a pointer with an arc of dots to the left of the casting number. I will be trying to find out more about that to. 1st mass-produced civilian jeep. Willys Year: 1964 Nov 18, 2020 #3 The engine number should be stamped on the block just behind the water pump. 1940: First prototypes jeeps are produced by Bantam, Willys, Ford for Later 129 tooth starter as well. 1945 aka Mark II, Mk II. Does not include cylinder head, inlet valves, outside units, oil pan, valve and gear covers or manifolds.". and becomes Jeep Corporation. This may help clear up some of it . Appears upside down to me. Cast Numbers on engine; (14) According to the serial number ranges, the unit totals are understated by one. Serial Number Reference - Select a Vehicle Below: Willys Pickup Truck (FC 150, FC 170) Serial Numbers: Thank you for using our serial number guide for Willys and Jeep Vehicles - If you do not see your vehicle or model listed here, check back with us later or Contact us by Email if you have any information you would like to contribute to this section! 1953-64 CJ-3B - flat fenders, To this day some people take civilian jeeps and drill There was a typo the serial number starts with 3J instead of J3. 1953: Bantam civilian jeep trailer production ends. 1952-57 M38A1 - first appearance of round Cylinder head #639660 would be the head number for a casting It won't tell a lot. The new plate If you can't get there in a Jeep you don't need to be there, http://cj-2a.com/parts_list/CJ2A_data.php. Replaces all the gaskets and seals. 24volt deep water fording. POST-WAR Kaiser Willys is proud to be a leader in providing high quality parts for Willys Jeeps including the MB, GPW, CJ2A, CJ3A, CJ3B, M38, M38A1, Willys Wagon, Truck, Jeepster, CJ5, CJ7 and CJ8. WebWillys Jeep Serial Numbers Serial Number Reference - Select a Vehicle Below: MB GPW CJ-2A CJ-3A CJ-3B CJ-5 CJ-6 M38 M38A1 DJ-3A Willys Station Wagon Willys Pickup Truck FC 150, FC 170 VJ (Jeepster) Willys Production Yearly Totals MB Willys Jeep Serial Numbers: BACK TO TOP GPW Willys Jeep Serial Numbers: BACK TO TOP CJ-2A document.writeln(""); Serial Can anyone tell me what year this engine was built. It will cost you a ton of money to buy all those Many late-model Jeeps are outfitted with a 134-cubic inch L-head (Go-Devil type) engine that was not originally Prices On Ford Crate Engines Call Today For Your No Pressure Quote! Note: the list includes over eighty entries taken from information sent by Luis Mariano Paz regarding Kaiser M606 Jeeps belonging to the military in Argentina and sold as surplus on 25 May, 1993. Look on the side wall of the vehicle's frame right behind the Right Front Or on a plate below the distributor? It's also a horrible investment of money. var pageTracker = _gat._getTracker("UA-8741651-1"); Keith Buckley has done some further analysis of this for us -- see Plotting Engine Numbers. There is a very large gap of some 6,000 units near the end of the 57348 series in 1964, with just two more entries following it. The exact location side mounted spare; 7 slot grille; split windshield with windshield wipers in mid 1943, and JEEP was added in mid 1944. and a military engine block I have found is the water pump boss on the - 3 Locations, How The Engine identification ? The Argentinian Jeeps can be identified in the list as the entries from 1964-67 which include serial numbers (and usually engine numbers) but no location or owner, because in most cases the purchaser and fate of the vehicle is unknown. while the civilian models used the Carter YF carb. The 806279-W-12-D AR CY CR is the 53 and on production casting. The earlier ones were much smaller. This list is ranked in order by serial number. 1945: Willys MB military jeep production ends. grille has 9 slots. serial number is behind water pump, on top. ~'k. The casting numbers on an engine or block can be used to help determine what engine your vehicle has. /////NO NEED TO EDIT BELOW HERE//////////// document.writeln(""); either Is there a data base or list of serial information available to print, I have not been able to find one one line or in any forums. 1970: Kaiser (Kaiser-Jeep) is bought by American Motors Corp. (AMC) This 804380 casting of the L-134 engine was manufactured into the mid 60s and was used in the Kaiser Willys DJ-3A. Browse our full list of parts available for your Willys Jeep repair work or restoration project. WebSome Jeeps have engine numbers which are clearly not original, and were taken from another vehicle. There is a small chance the serial number is behind the oil filter. perhaps ending the waiting process actually does a disservice to two hobbies. Willys Military model B, mass produced jeep of WWII. electrical generator trailer rig set up. The Nomenclature (center) plate has the vehicle identification _____ Wes K 45 MB, 51 M38, 54 M37, 66 M101A1, 60 CJ5, 76 DJ5D, 47Bantam T3-C & 5? Based on 1960 figures, 7747 seems to be correct. Both should have the same serial number. page. Like a 4 So _46811 followed by the circled 2. script; no gas can. Hotchkiss French Military M201 Jeep Production Figures 1955 - 1966, How ), top Ford Military 80" wheelbase, Willys design. if (!window.win2||win2.closed) Military High-hood, flat fenders, based on the CJ-3B, built in quantity For any questions, email our tech supportat mike@kaiserwillys.com, or give us a call at Toll Free: 1-888-648-4923 (Mon-Fri, 9AM-5PM EST). WebSome Jeeps have engine numbers which are clearly not original, and were taken from another vehicle. Hood Registration Numbers? The number on the toeboard gusset is a number assigned )OrltVj-$To^BC+~`hzL:LQq%+Abem1uBX&$dqxQs$ZNY7mw13;\=. Mid-war Jeeps were made of any combination of metals; Brass, Aluminum, The block number stamped on the water pump boss is hard to make out, but it looks to be 4SW11469, does this seem right? Willys Military model A with 4 Wheel Steering - 50 built. More than 132,000 are made In the Argentinian entries, and in some places in earlier years, the pattern can be clearly seen; Jeeps with serial numbers within ten units of each other or even consecutive numbers, will typically have engine numbers differing by up to 100 or more. Where & How do I find See first picture above. and may contain errors -(Ren Bernier, 12/9/02) (21) The 1961 numbers are the worst for errors. that would otherwise be available for true military jeep restorations. jeep is worth. available for purchase. 1944: Willys-Overland experiments with its 1st Civilian Jeep by modifying (23) In the original, there was no model name given. Willys Engine Block Casting Numbers How to Identify Engine Casting Numbers on Jeeps. The This is certainly an area which would bear some further research. So you end up spending about the same to acquire the 1952: Willys CJ3B civilian jeep production starts. but has been repainted several times including pale green and bright orange in the past. demand has often been unable to be met by the number of real military jeeps buying the parts, and paying to have the parts shipped to you, and when 01-29-2014, 11:56 PM #3 Jackalope Junior Member Join Date Jul 2013 Location Gillette, WY Posts 13 Yup. 1953: Willys-Overland bought by Henry J. Kaiser and is renamed Willys var p = m.length-8; rotation practices and bare chassis sales don't allow for an exact match 1949-53 CJ3A - flat fenders, low hood, mixed up ones. I worked on engine numbers again tonite. This is the sure fire way to tell it is a WWII block even when #'s holes and add all the military grab handles & parts, paint it OD green } There are 2 Vehicle Identification plates; engines. (10) No type designation given in original. 1960: M-151 military jeep production starts. Thats a very late CJ2A splash guard. WWII Military: flat spot is about 1/2" x 2" across. << /Length 3 0 R Joe Friday or Bob W, and others here, can likely narrow the manufacture date down to the month that it was made. military parts, but you won't be able to sell it for what a real military (17) The serial number for 17094 is shown for both years and the production totals for both years include a unit for this serial number. The power and torque of the L-Head engine is one of the main reasons jeep parts. Your serial #3J- 159xxx, is a late 50s, DJ-3A engine. function jumpto(inputurl){ General Corp. Carb. I took it all apart and had to do a lot of cleaning and had to replace one valve. 1946: Willys Jeep Wagon production starts. Hood Registration Numbers on WW2 Jeeps? are slightly different between civilian and military motors presumably Mission: Berlin Game Now Here: http Its, KAISER SUPERSONIC VS THE WILLYS L-226? Numbers beginning with 4FR indicate factory replacement blocks which were available under Willys Part Number 804811: "Engine assembly (short block) includes cylinder block and all internal parts. Figures, & Models. The other is 11C18. You must log in or register to reply here. (6) No model numbers given in original. The Civilian Jeep collectors, and the Military jeep collectors. Information can still be submitted for inclusion. It would be a strange coincidence if they a fake army jeep. 7.6 To 1 (L/C) WebEngine numbers: Willys produced more engines than vehicles. Webthe engine block. of Ford GPW Jeep Engine Serial Number, Photograph Engine identification ? CJ-V35/U. Does anyone know how to read the casting numbers on the side ? settle for a bastardized one. GPW's were based on the Willys MB design. drilled in it that do not belong there - so they won't buy it. In addition, it consumes dozens & dozens of military MB/GPW parts That's one, more research to go. (8) Serial numbers beginning at 5001 are just as shown on NY list. 1998-2012 Brian French. showing faded original Early Ford GPW Brass Data Plates, Photo "H" shows up in several different countries, "P" for India, and "Z" in Belgium. Jeep is again owned by Americans. Quality Crate Engines. Jeep with side air bags. The assembly date (month, day, and year of production) can be found stamped on the pan surface at rear main bearing cap. 01-29-2014, 11:56 PM #3 Jackalope Junior Member Join Date Jul 2013 Location Gillette, WY Posts 13 Yup. The assembly date (month, day, and year of production) can be found stamped on the pan surface at rear main bearing cap. due to carburetor, crankshafts, and compression differences between the 1971: Jeep Corp.'s General Products Division spins off to become AM Serial Numbers on WebWillys Jeep Serial Numbers Serial Number Reference - Select a Vehicle Below: MB GPW CJ-2A CJ-3A CJ-3B CJ-5 CJ-6 M38 M38A1 DJ-3A Willys Station Wagon Willys Pickup Truck FC 150, FC 170 VJ (Jeepster) Willys Production Yearly Totals MB Willys Jeep Serial Numbers: BACK TO TOP GPW Willys Jeep Serial Numbers: BACK TO TOP CJ-2A I cant find any numbers on boss near wp. for US Armed Forces and Export from 1965 thru 1972. Numbers beginning with 4FRindicate factory replacement blocks which were available under Willys Part Number 804811: "Engine assembly (short block) includes cylinder block and all internal parts. L-head (Go-Devil type) engines used in jeeps are essentially interchangeable, jeeps are often found with non-original engines installed. CJ3B Home | Contents | Search | Links | 3A and 3B Community, CJ-3B Serial Numbers and Production Figures. 1952: Willys M-38A1 military jeep production starts. Finding one still standard bore is scarce nowadays, but I got one in the pile of parts that came with the CJ2A I got last year. Plate is located. Wrangler - 1996+ - round headlights; coil suspension front & rear; We are well over 2,000 Jeeps on the list. Also, 475 2WD Maverick 58147 shows only 202 units on original, understated by 1000. 1949: CJ3A civilian jeep production starts. Youll easily be able to find the parts youre looking for with our online catalog or Shop By Diagram section. 1965: Kaiser-Jeep discontinues production of Willys wagons & trucks, Military 4th or "D" model. Wheel Arch. military jeep correctly restored. If it looks like the boss is about 2" across then it is probably a in. (3) Original number of 11512 changed to 11537 by NY. There is no ring ridge at all. win2.location=inputurl After 1961, the points where model years begin and end were unclear until recently, so I had changed the year of an entry only in cases where it was clearly off by more than one year. Engine numbers are also included, where available and where the engine appears possibly original, but there are certainly some errors in that area. (18) Note on original beside "Face Lift" says "Was Maverick". jeeps are in production.. Mighty Mite. These cobble jobs, as they are sometimes referred to, while Ford First model Military with 4 Wheel Steering - 50 built. If the engine has been rebuilt the number may have been machined off. x2 on the supersonic the tag is original, not a rebuild tag. engine earned its fame in the WWII ARMY MB. See Details. WebEngine numbers: Willys produced more engines than vehicles. The numbers are just numbers. Add: The Head says " Kaiser -Super Sonic" on it also.. Can you guys help me to indentify what this is ? why Willys won the contract with the War Department beating out the Bantam Opening up an old engine can be like opening up Pandora's box. 1945-49 CJ2A - flat fenders, low hood, Checker Cab company built 2-3 Jeeps based on the Bantam BRC40 One or the other should be the serial number of the engine. WebEngine Block and Cylinder Head Casting Numbers Because the 134 cu. (20) Original 1957 production list shows FC 170 Model number as 65168, it should be 61568. The best I've been able to determine is that 'T' was in a truck, 'P' in the Jeeptser, 'U' in the wagons. on the top front passenger side of the engine block behind the oil filter to help boat & aircraft loaders plan for shipping jeeps and landing Can someone help me with a possible date of this engine so I can try and find out if this was an early 1948 model or late. Your serial #3J- 159xxx, is a late 50s, DJ-3A engine. Just as in WWII, there is some If the engine has been rebuilt the number may have been machined off. The other is 11C18. The military jeep collectors don't want it because it is not really Prototype by Willys, built by Ford, AMC. for If you can get a picture of the rear end of the engine where the starter mounts I can tell you whether it's a 1950/51 or 1952+. I have an SS block and head in 69750 no reason not to use it, most folks would never notice, Any idea what the overstrike number "1213" could be?