Suspension Parts Willys M38
Leaf Spring Kits, Shocks & Mounting Parts for a Smooth Ride (1950–1952).
Why the Willys M38 Suspension Needs Attention After Decades.
The suspension of the Willys M38 has been under constant load since the early 1950s: the leaf springs absorb every bump in the road while carrying the vehicle's full weight, which over time causes them to fatigue, sag, or crack individual leaves. Shock absorbers lose their damping effect through gas loss and worn seals, leading to spongy handling and longer stopping distances. Leaf spring plates and shackles constantly absorb thrust and pulling forces and can loosen from vibration, while the leaf spring bolt rusts and wears without regular greasing. Bump stops and the body mount bushings also harden over the years and then transfer impacts directly to the frame and body. Anyone driving their M38 off-road or currently restoring one should inspect the entire suspension system regularly for wear.
- Shocks: The shock absorber provides confident damping front and rear.
- Leaf Spring Pairs: Up front you'll find the 8-leaf or 10-leaf pair, while the rear offers a 9-leaf or 11-leaf set.
- Leaf Spring Plates: Mounting plates are available front right, front left, rear right and rear left.
- Shackle Kits & Leaf Spring Bolt: The shackle kits right and left plus the leaf spring bolt keep everything free of play.
- Body Mounting: The bump stop and body mount set cushion impacts and seat the body cleanly on the frame.
American Engineering for Leaf Springs and Suspension.
The shock absorber, front leaf spring plates, both shackle kits, the leaf spring bolt and the bump stop come from Crown Automotive – American engineering backed by decades of Jeep/Willys experience. The rear plates and the complete body mounting set are supplied by Omix, also a US manufacturer focused on precise, factory-style replacement parts.
Your Partner for Your Willys M38 Suspension.
Whether you need a single leaf spring plate, a complete leaf spring pair, or the full body mounting hardware, we're happy to advise you on torque specs, the correct install order for shackles and bolts, and compatibility questions with the Ford GPW, Willys MB, or early Jeep CJ models. Orders ship from stock within the next business day, so your M38 stays reliably on the road.