Military Vehicles, February 1997,: MB/GPW Engine Color

MB/GPW Engine Color

WIDD-James (RiceJ@silltcmd-smtp.army.mil)
Thu, 27 Feb 1997 10:28:58 -0600

I am rebuilding my GPW engine and am trying to decide what color I
should paint it. I understand the Ford Engines were gray from the
factory. What color were they painted following depot level overhaul?
My GPW is a hybrid of GPW and MB parts, to include a Willys engine. It is
done-up to represent a depot level rebuild where the matching of parts is
not an issue. I am leaning towards painting the engine OD as I would
assume they were painted following overhaul by the Army. Any
suggestions on the proper color?

Also, next in line is the engine for my 1952 M38. What color were Willys
engines painted at the factory? It will be a few weeks before I get to it,
but need to know the proper paint color.

Thanks for all the (anticipated) responses,

Jim Rice
RICEJ@USAFAS.ARMY.MIL [work]
jimrice@iamerica.net [home]