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Re: Installing an ABS Transmission Cover

To: Spit list <spitfires@autox.team.net>,
Subject: Re: Installing an ABS Transmission Cover
From: Mike Ginter <mikeginter@frii.net>
Date: Sat, 21 Oct 2000 09:36:43 -0600
That same 3M spray contact cement adhesive I used for the ABS trans
cover insulation works great for the seal as well.  Just spray it on the
surface of both the cover and the seal, let it dry to the touch and
stick it on.  Works great, never came off even after removing the cover
a couple of times for maintenance over the course of 4 years.

Mike

Ron Deaver wrote:
> 
> I could use the voice of experience here.  I picked up an ABS transmission
> tunnel cover for my 1980 Spitfire.  The idea was to replace the "paper"
> original cover (in excellent condition, other than being a bit thin for my
> taste) Of course, it did not include a rubber seal.
> 
> Luckily, I found a "transmission tunnel seal kit" at
> SpitBits.  Unfortunately, the kit consisted of a roll of seal with nothing
> else.
> 
> What is the ideal adhesive to use in gluing this type of rubber seal to the
> ABS cover prior to installation?  What works, and what have folks tried
> that is a definite no-no?  Has anyone attempted to transplant the
> plastic-covered insulation that is attached to the paperboard cover over to
> an ABS style cover?
> 
> Ron Deaver, aka Taliesin
> New 1980 Spitfire owner, getting the proper baptism with lots of repairs
> (full brake system replacement starts tomorrow...)

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