Jump to content
We Need Your Help! ×

IGNORED

New Gaskets for Tail Lamp Bulbs


TomoHawk

Recommended Posts

While cleaning the connections and sockets for the tail lamps, I noticed that the foam gaskets were worn out, dried up, crumbly, or missing, so I decided to make some new ones.

post-2169-14150830073387_thumb.jpg

The hardware store didn't have any closed-cell foam that is about 5mm thick, so I browsed the craft store, and found a sheet of 3mm foam.

post-2169-14150830073887_thumb.jpg

I cut a strip the width of the gasket diameter, and glued it using spray glue to make a 6mm double-layer.

post-2169-14150830075577_thumb.jpg

I tried to cut one gasket by hand using a sharp knife and scissors, but it didn't look right,

post-2169-14150830076188_thumb.jpg

so I got a brass pipe fitting from the home improvement store that has the same diameter as the gasket I.D. It was slightly too large, so I created a cutting edge by careful grinding and sanding.

post-2169-14150830076802_thumb.jpg

The brass cutter was then used to cut the inside hole of the gasket,

post-2169-14150830078036_thumb.jpg

post-2169-14150830077423_thumb.jpg

and the outer shape was cut using scissors.

post-2169-14150830079238_thumb.jpg

The gasket, being slightly thicker than the original, fit snugly around the socket, and was not difficult to install. I will use a wider strip for the next set of gaskets I make, so I can get an even width of the ring.

I think I will use the same foam to create gaskets for other lamps, like the front turn signals, and probably some other uses within the vehicle.

ThxZ

post-2169-14150830074498_thumb.jpg

post-2169-14150830075111_thumb.jpg

post-2169-1415083007865_thumb.jpg

Link to comment
Share on other sites


Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
  • Recently Browsing   0 members

    • No registered users viewing this page.
  • Who's Online   1 Member, 0 Anonymous, 426 Guests (See full list)

×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

By using this site, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Guidelines. We have placed cookies on your device to help make this website better. You can adjust your cookie settings, otherwise we'll assume you're okay to continue.