Gasket material for firewall
April 9th, 2024, 07:18 AM
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Gasket material for firewall
I need to remove the HVAC units from the firewall. They look like some kind of sponge rubber gaskets were used. Are they available new or what should i use as a substitute? Thnx
April 9th, 2024, 07:35 AM
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I'd use self-adhesive foam tape available at the hardware store.
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Frost-Ki...534H/202262324
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Frost-Ki...534H/202262324
April 9th, 2024, 07:49 AM
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April 9th, 2024, 07:23 PM
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Open cell is not waterproof. Use closed cell.
Neoprene will eventually take a set, oxidize, and deteriorate (the way the factory gasket did).
Because of that, I experimented with using closed cell silicone foam from McMaster-Carr during an A/C rebuild 15 years ago. It still has flexibility.
Neoprene will eventually take a set, oxidize, and deteriorate (the way the factory gasket did).
Because of that, I experimented with using closed cell silicone foam from McMaster-Carr during an A/C rebuild 15 years ago. It still has flexibility.
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