Albtrossca Posted January 9, 2022 Share Posted January 9, 2022 I've read from some of you that you have made certain rubber pieces that were hard to get. I've done some Google searches to see if their is a recipe but have not had any luck. I'm guessing there must be different densities for different applications as well. Any links or recipes would be a great start. Thank you in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris piazza Posted January 10, 2022 Share Posted January 10, 2022 Contact Reynolds Materials. I'd tell you what I use but I don't remember Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
studerex Posted January 10, 2022 Share Posted January 10, 2022 What type and year rubber parts are you looking for? I might be able to help. I have several hundred molds for pre 1950 studebakers. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albtrossca Posted January 10, 2022 Author Share Posted January 10, 2022 Eventually I'll need almost everything. Its for my 34 Dictator. Right now I'm trying to set the groundwork for the future. Budget is tight but I'm full of willpower and determination to find a way within my means. I would likely start with the rear engine/transmission mounts. It's simple and the first rubber piece I need. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary_Ash Posted January 10, 2022 Share Posted January 10, 2022 (edited) If you need new rubber vulcanized to your old steel mounts, try https://then-now-auto.com. They can take your old mounts and rebuild them. Call them for info. Buy the rest from Rex. As with most parts for old cars, when someone offers them, don't wait and don't get cheap - grit your teeth, pay the price, and you'll have them before they disappear. Edited January 10, 2022 by Gary_Ash (see edit history) 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
studerex Posted January 10, 2022 Share Posted January 10, 2022 2 hours ago, Albtrossca said: Eventually I'll need almost everything. Its for my 34 Dictator. Right now I'm trying to set the groundwork for the future. Budget is tight but I'm full of willpower and determination to find a way within my means. I would likely start with the rear engine/transmission mounts. It's simple and the first rubber piece I need. Can you post a photo of the rear mount? I have many mount molds that are not identified. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris piazza Posted January 10, 2022 Share Posted January 10, 2022 Rex is THE MAN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albtrossca Posted January 14, 2022 Author Share Posted January 14, 2022 Thanks Rex. Been distracted last few days. Tracking down some pictures right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
studerex Posted January 14, 2022 Share Posted January 14, 2022 12 minutes ago, Albtrossca said: Thanks Rex. Been distracted last few days. Tracking down some pictures right now. That's ok. I've got plenty to keep me busy. Hopefully I can help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albtrossca Posted January 14, 2022 Author Share Posted January 14, 2022 (edited) The bracket that the mount fits in looks like this. I can't seem to find the actual mount. It fits inside with one on each side. If I seen one I'd know it. George Rohrbeck had one last year and sent me a picture. Of course I can't find the picture now. LOL Derek Edited January 14, 2022 by Albtrossca (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albtrossca Posted January 14, 2022 Author Share Posted January 14, 2022 Here it is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris piazza Posted January 14, 2022 Share Posted January 14, 2022 FWI, I tore apart a 4 door Dictator a few years ago. I have a bunch of really poor quality parts if you need some. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albtrossca Posted January 15, 2022 Author Share Posted January 15, 2022 1 hour ago, chris piazza said: FWI, I tore apart a 4 door Dictator a few years ago. I have a bunch of really poor quality parts if you need some. Poor quality is better than none at all. I'll PM you and get some more info. If the dam border would open up it would help. I'm hoping to make it down to the National meet in Southbend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
studerex Posted January 15, 2022 Share Posted January 15, 2022 This looks close. I'll look for the mold. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albtrossca Posted January 15, 2022 Author Share Posted January 15, 2022 18 hours ago, studerex said: This looks close. I'll look for the mold. That one is the from mounts. My fronts are good. Its the rears that I need. Thank-you for looking though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary_Ash Posted January 16, 2022 Share Posted January 16, 2022 Rex: How do the adhesion and damping properties of cast urethane compare to the vulcanized rubber parts? When I had to make a rear transmission support to put overdrive into my M5 truck, i wound up using original-formula Pliobond cement to attach 1/2" thick rubber to a steel support. I clamped it and let it sit for a week to be sure it was adhered. More than 16 years later, it's still OK. The original STudebaker parts were vulcanized. Pliobond is/was rubber dissolved in a very stinky solvent, probably now outlawed by EPA and OSHA. Interestingly, it was also sold by fishing supply companies to paint on knots in fly fishing lines to prevent them from coming loose. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albtrossca Posted January 16, 2022 Author Share Posted January 16, 2022 14 hours ago, Gary_Ash said: Rex: How do the adhesion and damping properties of cast urethane compare to the vulcanized rubber parts? When I had to make a rear transmission support to put overdrive into my M5 truck, i wound up using original-formula Pliobond cement to attach 1/2" thick rubber to a steel support. I clamped it and let it sit for a week to be sure it was adhered. More than 16 years later, it's still OK. The original STudebaker parts were vulcanized. Pliobond is/was rubber dissolved in a very stinky solvent, probably now outlawed by EPA and OSHA. Interestingly, it was also sold by fishing supply companies to paint on knots in fly fishing lines to prevent them from coming loose. Interesting information. When I took the rear mount apart to blast amd paint, the rubber appeared to be more of a resin than rubber. I thought it was just because it was so dry and old. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
studebugga17 Posted January 21, 2022 Share Posted January 21, 2022 hi The Shrock brothers manufacture rubber Studebaker parts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r1lark Posted January 21, 2022 Share Posted January 21, 2022 8 hours ago, studebugga17 said: hi The Shrock brothers manufacture rubber Studebaker parts. Not any more. Rex bought all the molds and is doing the parts -- see above in this thread! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SC38dls Posted January 21, 2022 Share Posted January 21, 2022 Are the Shrock brothers still open? For a while there they were not taking in steering wheels to redo. I think because of the pandemic but don't know for sure. dave s Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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