Heater Box flap grommet

[GolfYellowTii]

I need to rebuild a heater box and the rubber grommets need to be replaced for the flaps pivots. On the heater box FAQ it says you need:

Grommets, 6 ea. rubber, 7/16" outside diameter, 5/16" groove diameter, 3/16" bore, 1/32" groove width; note that grommets are available in different materials.

I have found ones that fit dimension but the groove width. Does anyone know where to obtain some with the dimension listed? McMaster Carr has one that are 7/16" OD, 5/16" groove diameter, 3/16" bore, 1/16" groove width. Thanks for any help.

[jerry]

i found grommets that worked at the local hardware store.

i eyeballed them and they work fine.

remember, the grommets are rubber and will stretch to fit if necessary. i used silicone spray to help them along, too.

no issues after several months of use.

[boxy02]

Hi Henry,

I have some wide black closed-cell foam with adhesive on one side for the flaps and mounting flange if you need it. let me know,

[Chris_B]

The size that I cited is commonly available at any large hardware store. You could probably get away with using the McMaster Carr grommet with 1/16" groove width, but it might be a bit of a loose fit in the hole. BTW, I suggest you use a bit of synthetic grease on the flap shaft. These rubber grommets are a softer material than BMW used and my guess is they will not wear as well without a bit of lube.

[GolfYellowTii]

Mike, I may take you up on the closed cell foam. I needed to order some anyways. Is your e-mail the one @ rennlist.net still?

I'll check from those grommets at Lowes and Home Depot this weekend. My local one didn't seem to have a huge selection of grommets last time I went to look.

[Arshloch]

I have used some urethane foam that is used for pads in kayaking (durable). Also the computer mouse pads use it too... I cut one up to install on the flaps.

[boxy02]

Mike, I may take you up on the closed cell foam. I needed to order some anyways. Is your e-mail the one @ rennlist.net still?

You can email me from the FAQ.