PWB Posted May 18, 2017 Share Posted May 18, 2017 (edited) Finally found an outstanding air cleaner housing (base) seal replacement for my '67. It is perfect. About 20 bucks. Should fit any 60's '70's cleaners base or lid. Just had to share because I don't see better on the 'net. Edited May 18, 2017 by PWB (see edit history) 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beemon Posted May 18, 2017 Share Posted May 18, 2017 I wonder if this will fit around the edge of the 50s snorkels? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NTX5467 Posted May 19, 2017 Share Posted May 19, 2017 Looks good. Just be carefull to not over-torque the air cleaner stud wing nut to make sure the upper housing seals good against the filter's top. NTX5467 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted June 15, 2017 Share Posted June 15, 2017 On 5/18/2017 at 10:26 AM, PWB said: Finally found an outstanding air cleaner housing (base) seal replacement for my '67. It is perfect. About 20 bucks. Should fit any 60's '70's cleaners base or lid. Not familiar with pelican o-rings (but come to think of it, have never been that up close to a pelican). Was there any cutting involved or does the o-ring dimension just happen to fit the air cleaner? What are they actually used for and where can they be purchased. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PWB Posted June 15, 2017 Author Share Posted June 15, 2017 (edited) For storm cases. There are a few retailers out there. Their cross section is D-shaped. Cut to fit. I cut at a 45'. I could have made at least 2 out of mine. Here is one source: http://www.pelicancases.com/O-Rings-C76.aspx Edited June 15, 2017 by PWB (see edit history) 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larry Schramm Posted June 18, 2017 Share Posted June 18, 2017 (edited) When I worked in the AC air cleaner plant in the 70's the seal that went around the edge of the top was a black ROUND foam type seal. Probably came in about 1,000 ft rolls and it was just inserted into the groove and cut to meet. Reason for round is that there was no orientation for insertion into the groove. Edited June 18, 2017 by Larry Schramm (see edit history) 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NC1968Riviera Posted October 12, 2017 Share Posted October 12, 2017 Paul, would this seal work in the lid of an air cleaner assembly? As Larry mentioned above, the original lid seals were round in profile. Thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NC1968Riviera Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 On 6/15/2017 at 2:19 PM, PWB said: http://www.pelicancases.com/O-Rings-C76.aspx How would I know which part to order for my air cleaner? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taylormade Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 There is a closeup of the product information in the original post. The label gives the product and part number. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NC1968Riviera Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 2 minutes ago, Taylormade said: The label gives the product and part number. I missed that. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PWB Posted October 13, 2017 Author Share Posted October 13, 2017 20 hours ago, NCRiviera said: Paul, would this seal work in the lid of an air cleaner assembly? As Larry mentioned above, the original lid seals were round in profile. Thoughts? Mike The lid is the same. Although the seal is labeled O Ring, the cross section is D. However, it makes a great seal. An imprint is left on the seal upon removal, proving contact. It appears factory fresh IMO. I think I paid 12 bucks. Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NC1968Riviera Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 (edited) Paul, Thanks for the feedback. I need a new gasket on my '69 Caprice. I just ordered two kits to do both cars. Regards, Mike Edited October 13, 2017 by NCRiviera (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted October 15, 2017 Share Posted October 15, 2017 These are cheap on ebay... http://www.ebay.com/itm/SS-2099-SoffSeal-Air-Cleaner-Lid-Seal-/231904778551?fits=Year%3A1970|Make%3ABuick&epid=1854421361&hash=item35fe9a1937:g:SAIAAOSwSX9XBSu-&vxp=mtr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NC1968Riviera Posted October 15, 2017 Share Posted October 15, 2017 40 minutes ago, Smartin said: These are cheap on ebay Good to know but I would not buy anything from seller CarID. Their feedback rating sucks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PWB Posted October 15, 2017 Author Share Posted October 15, 2017 (edited) 8 hours ago, NCRiviera said: Good to know but I would not buy anything from seller CarID. Their feedback rating sucks. I've had at least two sets of SoffSeal door seals years ago. Never fit right and was worse than the original sets. I could only hope their product has improved by now? From the 60's thru 80's most GM seals were soft closed cellular dipped in a flexible coating. Pretty darn good unless you let them bake in UV for many years. What's so difficult about duplicating that? Surely the patent rights have expired? I still have the original '67's on my car with just a few cracks. I won't change them till they fall off. Ugh Edited October 15, 2017 by PWB typos (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted October 15, 2017 Share Posted October 15, 2017 I have used the SoffSeal air cleaner seals several times now, and they are excellent. You don't have to buy it from CarID. I think I ended up getting my last one from The Parts Place. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NC1968Riviera Posted October 22, 2017 Share Posted October 22, 2017 (edited) On 6/15/2017 at 2:19 PM, PWB said: For storm cases. There are a few retailers out there. Their cross section is D-shaped. Cut to fit. I cut at a 45'. I could have made at least 2 out of mine. Here is one source: http://www.pelicancases.com/O-Rings-C76.aspx I received my Pelican gasket kit the other day and installed it on my Riviera this morning. I am very happy with how it fits in the air cleaner lid groove and looks stock. Thanks Paul for bringing this to the attention of the group! Original gasket Pelican gasket Edited October 22, 2017 by NCRiviera (see edit history) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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