Idler Arm Boot

[HawkX66]

Is there a source for a 69 Idler Arm Boot? My idler arm (3917581) is good, but the boot is ripped. Any alternatives if one isn't available? I don't mean like buying a new one... According to David Pozzi's site, there are quite a few differences between what's available a/m and the originals.

Thanks.

[Boston14]

If I remember correctly from when I rebuilt mine, both the idler and pitman arms use the same boot (right down to the part number on them).  These are available at Heartbeat City among other vendors.

[1968RSZ28]

Well, if Boston is correct, here you go...

http://www.heartbeatcitycamaro.com/store/product/14638/Camaro-Pitman-arm-seal-original-GM-1967-1968-1969/

Paul

[HawkX66]

Thanks guys I'll check it out. I appreciate the info.

[HawkX66]

Just in case anyone comes across this thread, the boot from HBC was very different. I might try de-greasing mine real well and use some rubber cement.

[Boston14]

Sorry, I was referring to the seal at the center link .................. I didn't notice the picture you posted when I replied.

[HawkX66]

Sorry, I was referring to the seal at the center link .................. I didn't notice the picture you posted when I replied.

No worries. I appreciate the try.

[jeff68]

I might try de-greasing mine real well and use some rubber cement.

I would suggest using an adhesive such as Loctite 380 (aka "Black Max").  It should work very well in an application like this.  We specify this at work for bonding split o-rings.

[HawkX66]

I might try de-greasing mine real well and use some rubber cement.

I would suggest using an adhesive such as Loctite 380 (aka "Black Max").  It should work very well in an application like this.  We specify this at work for bonding split o-rings.

Thanks for the suggestion Jeff. I'll give it a shot.

[L78 steve]

Crazy glue. We use it to make O-rings.

[HawkX66]

Crazy glue. We use it to make O-rings.

Thanks Steve. I'll do a couple of tests and see what works the best. It seems to be more of a dust boot and doesn't hold any real pressure, so hopefully one of these will work once the weather warms up a bit. I should have tried this a long time ago.

[jeff68]

Crazy Glue and Loctite 380 are both types of instant CA adhesives, usually referred to as 'super glue'.  Regular chain store super glue is usually brittle, and while it bonds to rubber very well, it is not flexible.  Loctite 380 is a rubber-toughened with some flexibility, so it's usually the go-to glue to use for bonding o-rings and other rubber that is required to flex a little.

[HawkX66]

Crazy Glue and Loctite 380 are both types of instant CA adhesives, usually referred to as 'super glue'.  Regular chain store super glue is usually brittle, and while it bonds to rubber very well, it is not flexible.  Loctite 380 is a rubber-toughened with some flexibility, so it's usually the go-to glue to use for bonding o-rings and other rubber that is required to flex a little.
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Crazy Glue and Loctite 380 are both types of instant CA adhesives, usually referred to as 'super glue'.  Regular chain store super glue is usually brittle, and while it bonds to rubber very well, it is not flexible.  Loctite 380 is a rubber-toughened with some flexibility, so it's usually the go-to glue to use for bonding o-rings and other rubber that is required to flex a little.

Thanks Jeff. I was thinking that might be the case. I knew super glue dried brittle.