The Jeep is a 1944 GPW. Ford gave their WWII products a model code that began with the letter G indicating a Government contract. For vehicles the next letter indicated the type of vehicle. The letter P meant "80" wheelbase reconnaissance car. P was selected since the original pilot model from Ford was known as the PYGMY within the company. The W meant standardized War Department design. The GPW uses split wheels that bolt together so that you can change tires in a field. The engine is the same as my 1948 Willys pickup . The cylinder head attached with cap screws up to engine # 288835, later with studs and nuts.
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Photo of my 1942 Ford GPW.