57 Accelerator to Pedal Rod

[valhalla 4771]

The accelerator rod (#9727) pokes through the firewall. Seems like there should be a grommet. Illustrated manual does not show anything, but Text Manual refers to a Seal for Accelerator Peddle Rod, part #9793, which none of the vendors seem to carry. Does this seal attach to the hole in the firewall? Can someone describe what it is..dimensions? Made out of what? Thanks.

 

[Cuul59]

If I recall, this seal is simply a cork gasket that has a slit opening. I don’t bother with it as the insulation, carpet pad and carpet provide plenty of sealing. Never had a problem with water or fumes getting in. It’s really a personal choice whether to use it or not.

 

[valhalla 4771]

Great! One less minutiae to track down. Thanks.

 

[55birdman]

Great! One less minutiae to track down. Thanks.

Great! One less minutiae to track down. Thanks.

I believe NPD does list a cork piece for this. I used a piece of thick felt which will be coved with carpet and padding.

 

[doug7740]

The accelerator rod (#9727) pokes through the firewall. Seems like there should be a grommet. Illustrated manual does not show anything, but Text Manual refers to a Seal for Accelerator Peddle Rod, part #9793, which none of the vendors seem to carry. Does this seal attach to the hole in the firewall? Can someone describe what it is..dimensions? Made out of what? Thanks.

CASCO sells the cork seal for the accelerator pedal rod for $1.05.

Seal - Accelerator Pedal Rod - 1 Per car-classictbird.com

www.classictbird.com

doug7740
1955 Thunderbird Blue