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1942 to 1945 Ford GPW Judging Standards

MVPA Judging Standard & Restoration Guide:
1/4 Ton 4x4 - Ford GPW 1942-1945

1.0 Introduction Section

• 1.1 Purpose Section
  • 1.1.1 Restoration as issued from the factory
• 1.2 How to use this document during the restoration and judging process
• 1.3 Reproduction parts
• 1.4 Policy on Accessories
• 1.5 Disqualifications from judging
• 1.6 Concerning F marked parts
• 1.7 Changeover dates
• 1.8 Finishes
• 1.9 GPW Production figures
  • 1.T1 Table 1
  • 1.T2 Table 2
  • 1.T3 Table 3

2.0 Engine Compartment

• 2.1 Electrical Components
  • 2.1.1 Voltage regulator
  • 2.1.2 Generator
  • 2.1.3 Starter
  • 2.1.4 Ignition coil, Distributor, Spark plugs & wiring
• 2.2 Wiring
  • 2.2.1 Battery wiring
  • 2.2.2 Wiring harnesses
  • 2.2.3 Junction blocks
  • 2.2.4 Battery
  • 2.2.5 Horn
• 2.3 Radiator, Hoses & clamps
  • 2.3.1 Radiator
• 2.4 Air induction
  • 2.4.1 Air crossover tube
  • 2.4.2 Carburetor Air Horn
• 2.5 Firewall
  • 2.5.1 Grommets
  • 2.5.2 Firewall brackets
  • 2.5.3 Fuel lines & Fuel Filter
  • 2.5.4 Air cleaner
  • 2.5.5 Oil pressure gauge tubing
  • 2.5.6 Oil can and bracket

3.0 Engine

• • 3.0.1 Engine block
  • 3.0.2 Engine front mounting plate
  • 3.0.3 Valve cover and crankcase ventilation
  • 3.0.4 Cylinder head
  • 3.0.5 Oil pan and oil filler
  • 3.0.6 Manifolds
  • 3.0.7 Carburetor
  • 3.0.8 Oil filter and bracket
  • 3.0.9 Water pump, Fan & fan belt

4.0 Wheels & Tires

• • 4.0.1 Combat rims, and hardware
  • 4.0.2 Types of tires used on GPWs as delivered from the factory
    • 4.T4 Table 4

5.0 Canvas top & seats

• • 5.0.1 Ford GPW type seat cushions and back pads
  • 5.0.2 Crash pads
  • 5.0.3 Door straps
  • 5.0.4 Welting
  • 5.0.5 Canvas Top

6.0 Body, exterior

• • 6.0.1 Grille
  • 6.0.2 Hood
  • 6.0.3 Fenders
  • 6.0.4 Windshield
  • 6.0.5 Body Tub
  • 6.0.6 Body Hardware
  • 6.0.7 Top bows & brackets
  • 6.0.8 Paint
  • 6.0.9 Markings

7.0 Body, interior

• • 7.0.1 Front floor
  • 7.0.2 Fire extinguisher and bracket
  • 7.0.3 Fuel tank & tank well
  • 7.0.4 Front Seats
  • 7.0.5 Rear wheel wells
  • 7.0.6 Rear seat

8.0 Instrument panel & controls

• 8.1 Light switches
• 8.2 Choke & throttle
• 8.3 Ignition switch
• 8.4 Data Plates
• 8.5 Instruments
  • 8.5.1 Speedometer
  • 8.5.2 Oil pressure
  • 8.5.3 Temperature
  • 8.5.4 Ammeter
  • 8.5.5 Fuel
• 8.6 Steering, shifting and braking controls
  • 8.6.1 Steering wheel
  • 8.6.2 Pedals
  • 8.6.3 Gear shift and transfer case shifters
  • 8.6.4 Emergency brake handle

9.0 Exhaust system

10.0 Frame

11.0 Lighting

12.0 Springs and Shock Absorbers

13.0 Running Gear

14.0 Axles

15.0 Radio Suppression

• 15.1 Radio suppression Filterette

16.0 Standard Equipment, Tools, Manuals, etc.

17.0 Conclusion

18.0 References

19.0 Painting and Parts Fitment Order