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PHILCO MODEL 43 - CHASSIS TO CABINET WASHERS
#1

I've been trying to locate replacement washers which go between the chassis and the cabinet of the 1932 vintage Model 43 Cathedral Style radio I am restoring.  The bottom of the cabinet has recessed holes for the washers, with an approximately 1" diameter with an inner recess of approximately 3/8".  (measured on the cabinet itself)  The height of the dried up squashed remaining fossilized washer appears to be around 5/16".  The bore of the screw hole looks to be around 3/16".  I've checked a few re-pro component sites, but can't find chassis washers with these dimensions.

Does anyone know where I can get washers to fit that will do the job?  

Thanks!
#2

Try your local hardware store in the plumbing section. Usually there are all sizes in the plumbing section...at least at my Ace Hdwe. there is.
#3

Thanks, Art! I'll give it a try.

(12-05-2014, 03:25 PM)Art Hoch Wrote:  Try your local hardware store in the plumbing section.  Usually there are all sizes in the plumbing section...at least at my Ace Hdwe. there is.




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