49DODGEBOY Posted June 1, 2015 Report Posted June 1, 2015 Does anyone have a source for the rubber grommets that the headliner hoops go inside of? Got some missing and the rest are as hard as nails. 1949 Coronet 2 dr. thx for your time. Quote
Oldguy48 Posted June 1, 2015 Report Posted June 1, 2015 You might try McMaster-Carr. I needed new ones for my 1948 P15, and I'm sure that's where I got them.(It was a few years ago) Just measure your old ones and match up the size. I don't remember the stock number I ordered, but they worked out just fine, and they ship quickly. Wayne 1 Quote
49DODGEBOY Posted June 1, 2015 Author Report Posted June 1, 2015 You might try McMaster-Carr. I needed new ones for my 1948 P15, and I'm sure that's where I got them.(It was a few years ago) Just measure your old ones and match up the size. I don't remember the stock number I ordered, but they worked out just fine, and they ship quickly. Wayne thx Wayne not having much luck at all.... Quote
Jerry Roberts Posted June 2, 2015 Report Posted June 2, 2015 When the old rubber tire valves are removed , the base of the old stem might fit . They often break apart anyway when removed from the tire rim . I could be wrong as I had heard something about this several years ago . If they are the right size , they should be free at the tire stores . 1 Quote
bobostski Posted June 2, 2015 Report Posted June 2, 2015 I found something real close in the faucet replacement parts in the plumbing department of the hardware store for my P-15. Not very expensive either. 1 Quote
suntennis Posted June 2, 2015 Report Posted June 2, 2015 What I did was measure with a caliper the size of the opening in the body and the diameter of the headliner support. After that I was able to find grommets that did the job. As I recall the large diameter was 5/8 inch and the small diameter was 5/16 inch. Steele Rubber sells grommets in many sizes and should be able to provide one that will work for you. Check out their web site on page 10. Quote
49DODGEBOY Posted June 2, 2015 Author Report Posted June 2, 2015 What I did was measure with a caliper the size of the opening in the body and the diameter of the headliner support. After that I was able to find grommets that did the job. As I recall the large diameter was 5/8 inch and the small diameter was 5/16 inch. Steele Rubber sells grommets in many sizes and should be able to provide one that will work for you. Check out their web site on page 10. thx, the 5/16" ID was too small, the rods rotated real easily. I found a 1/4" ID 3/4" "hole" that I think will work on McMaster Carr. Should have them today and will let you guys know if they work.. thanks for "all" the recommendations Quote
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