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drolston 05-09-2021 07:35 PM

Crab distributor vacuum passage o-ring
 

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 05-09-2021 07:41 PM

Re: Crab distributor vacuum passage o-ring
 

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 05-09-2021 09:37 PM

Re: Crab distributor vacuum passage o-ring
 

I got mine from Bubbas Ignition.

drolston 05-09-2021 09:49 PM

Re: Crab distributor vacuum passage o-ring
 

Quote:

Originally Posted by 37Ford (Post 2015172)
I got mine from Bubbas Ignition.

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

Mart 05-10-2021 06:18 AM

Re: Crab distributor vacuum passage o-ring
 

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

drolston 05-10-2021 08:44 AM

Re: Crab distributor vacuum passage o-ring
 

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mart (Post 2015210)
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 05-10-2021 09:10 AM

Re: Crab distributor vacuum passage o-ring
 

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 05-10-2021 10:34 AM

Re: Crab distributor vacuum passage o-ring
 

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/showt...+vacuum&page=2

V8guy 05-10-2021 11:30 AM

Re: Crab distributor vacuum passage o-ring
 

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

BUBBAS IGNITION 05-10-2021 11:44 AM

Re: Crab distributor vacuum passage o-ring
 

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


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