What Windshield to buy??

[Oddball42]

So, I need a windshield for my Slat.

But do I need an early Low style or a regular style...and truthfully..what is the difference. Can someone post pictures of the two styles and key differences (size, holes - aka no universal gun mount, etc??) I searched the various threads but could not find a solid reference.

Also - I have only a Tub number to work with so far (Tub number is 13563). No data plate, frame tag buried under welded on reinforcements...assuming its there.

What is the likely DOD.

I will be sanding of the hood today with my son!! So more info coming.

Tub # 13563

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[Viking27]

Oddball,

The changeover from low windshield to standard happened at MB103545, ca 12 Dec 1941. These
should have a body number much lower then yours, so I think you just need the standard
windshield without mounts for rifle bracket. Recommend you grind of the welds from frame horn
to see if dataplate is still there.

Reg

Hinrik

[DavidA]

Also, as Viking says, the windshield is standard but with the early brass catches. Not the pressed steel catches.

Good luck on your treasure hunt (frame tag). I removed about 60 lbs of steel crap from the frame of mine and voila…there the tag was. Made my day!

[Oddball42]

Thanks Hinrik and David!

Looks like a regular windshield for me.

David - by brass catch you mean the hold down latches to hold the windshield in vertical. Yes, I have a pair of those!

I will update my Wanted posting to reflect I need a regular windshield.

Thanks again

Steven

[Viking27]

Oddball,

Find the serial number, then it will be easier to figure out DOD. I might have some parts
for an early 42 slat grill jeep.

Reg

Hinrik