Crab distributor vacuum passage o-ring

[drolston]

Just rebuilt my spare distributor. The o-ring on the mounting face was flattened and hard, so I dug it out. Now I can't find a replacement at the usual suppliers.

Is there a supplier? Is there a commercial o-ring that will work?

 

[tubman]

Go to any well stocked hardware store. I am sure that you will be able to find something suitable in the large selection of "O"-rings most good stores carry.

 

[37Ford]

I got mine from Bubbas Ignition.

 

[drolston]

I got mine from Bubbas Ignition.

Good suggestion. If Ace Hardware does not have something suitable, I will check with Bubbas.

 

[Mart]

If stuck you could cut a short piece of suitable hose. Vacuum hose perhaps?

 

[drolston]

If stuck you could cut a short piece of suitable hose. Vacuum hose perhaps?

This is what we love about Mart! Always figures out a way to get it working with something laying around the garage.

 

[Tim Ayers]

A while back, Bubba was giving these away for free. He mailed out two o rings to those who inquired. I'm working in the garage, if I find them, you are welcome to one. I'll DM you when I find them.

 

[38bill]

Here's Bubbas old post. He uses a Toyota part for the square cut seal. I have used a piece of fuel line that I cut clean and straight.

https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=244225&highlight=distributor+vacuum&page=2

 

[V8guy]

Joe's Antique Auto has them listed in his catalog pg 52 I ordered some they fit perfectly

 

[BUBBAS IGNITION]

any one that needs a couple just send me a self addressed envelope and i will send you a couple ,glad to help

Bubbas
5237 west ford street
Indianapolis Indiana 46224