Mickylong@aol.com wrote:
> OK. Following the advice of those who have been there and done it, I managed
> to pry and twist the front bezels off two of my gauges. And now I know why
> it was so tough -- it looks like the material behind the bezel that fits to
> the glass face (was this rubber at some point?) after 31+ years in the sun
> has either crumbled to dust or has become rock hard and stuck. Either way,
> it's toast.
>
> What's my best bet for replacing this -- I assume the bezel won't fit tight
> against the glass unless some type of material is added. I was thinking
> about gasket material or maybe fashioning a seal out of clear silicone caulk.
> Any other thoughts?
>
>
> Micky Long, Atlanta
> 72 TR 6
>
Micky,
I just completed a winter project refurbishing many TR3/4 gauges of all
types. I found the same thing, 30/40 year old rubber in the solid state.
After cleaning etc. I made my own rubber gaskets using that rubber that
is used to attach screens to frames etc. The product is called "Screen
Spline". I went to Lowes and got a packet of each size and used what
gave a snug fit. Not sure how long it will last, but the gauges are now
sealed in freezer bags and away from light etc. ready when needed.
Bob Labuz
1958 TR3A
1974 T140V
1998 T-Bird
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