Engine bay cable "snorkel", installation advise |
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Engine bay cable "snorkel", installation advise |
draganc |
Feb 7 2019, 11:09 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 725 Joined: 2-November 09 From: central new jersey Member No.: 11,000 Region Association: North East States |
hi folks!
any advise how to install the rubber engine "snorkel", covering the wire harness exiting the tunnel? The original rubber grommet is all cracked up and I was think it would be a good idea to replace, while the engine is out. I have been staring at it for an hour, but can only come up with disassembling all the connectors and even then it looks like a tight fit. Any "alternative repair" advises are also very much appreciated. Cheers, dc |
mepstein |
Feb 7 2019, 11:18 AM
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914-6 GT in waiting Group: Members Posts: 19,253 Joined: 19-September 09 From: Landenberg, PA/Wilmington, DE Member No.: 10,825 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
Big connectors go through first. Lube helps.
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bbrock |
Feb 7 2019, 11:24 AM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,269 Joined: 17-February 17 From: Montana Member No.: 20,845 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
My procedure was to remove the housings on the big connectors (make sure you can put the right wires back in the right place), fish a piece of bailing wire through the snorkel and wrap and tape it around the wire bundle, use plenty of glycerine to lube the wires and snorkel, then pull. Went fairly easy for me.
Good luck! |
draganc |
Feb 7 2019, 11:54 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 725 Joined: 2-November 09 From: central new jersey Member No.: 11,000 Region Association: North East States |
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draganc |
Aug 18 2019, 12:11 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 725 Joined: 2-November 09 From: central new jersey Member No.: 11,000 Region Association: North East States |
What’s a good source for a late style snorkel?
I have and double checked at 914rubber.com, but it looks like it’s for the early style cars - the top-end snorkel OD is to small. Thanks! |
mb911 |
Aug 18 2019, 12:35 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 6,819 Joined: 2-January 09 From: Burlington wi Member No.: 9,892 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
What’s a good source for a late style snorkel? I have and double checked at 914rubber.com, but it looks like it’s for the early style cars - the top-end snorkel OD is to small. Thanks! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) That was my experience and I don't think there is another source.. |
mtndawg |
Aug 18 2019, 03:32 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 413 Joined: 26-January 09 From: Granite Bay, Ca Member No.: 9,985 Region Association: None |
http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?sho...=339059&hl=
I did this recently and used a lot of silicone. |
draganc |
Aug 18 2019, 05:22 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 725 Joined: 2-November 09 From: central new jersey Member No.: 11,000 Region Association: North East States |
http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?sho...=339059&hl= I did this recently and used a lot of silicone. Thanks a bunch buddy!! This is the answer that I was looking for. |
Rand |
Aug 18 2019, 05:26 PM
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Cross Member Group: Members Posts: 7,409 Joined: 8-February 05 From: OR Member No.: 3,573 Region Association: None |
Let me just say that coconut oil is the perfect lube. It's edible grade for fun. Also perfect lube for something like this.
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iankarr |
Aug 18 2019, 05:56 PM
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The wrencher formerly known as Cuddy_K Group: Members Posts: 2,472 Joined: 22-May 15 From: Heber City, UT Member No.: 18,749 Region Association: Intermountain Region |
Plus it smells like you’re on vacation
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Specracer |
Aug 20 2019, 09:27 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 100 Joined: 27-March 17 From: SE Mass Member No.: 20,970 Region Association: None |
I went a different route, the snorkel was cracked, but the ends going to the shelf and bulkhead, were OK. I just could not stomach changing the snorkel, even when the harness was out of the car. I used a waterproof tape that I found on Amazon. Its a stretchy self clinging rubber membrane. Secured with a wire tie at the end to guarantee it wouldn't unravel.
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draganc |
Aug 31 2019, 10:14 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 725 Joined: 2-November 09 From: central new jersey Member No.: 11,000 Region Association: North East States |
I went a different route, the snorkel was cracked, but the ends going to the shelf and bulkhead, were OK. I just could not stomach changing the snorkel, even when the harness was out of the car. I used a waterproof tape that I found on Amazon. Its a stretchy self clinging rubber membrane. Secured with a wire tie at the end to guarantee it wouldn't unravel. Can you share a link or product details? |
porschetub |
Sep 1 2019, 03:21 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 4,697 Joined: 25-July 15 From: New Zealand Member No.: 18,995 Region Association: None |
I went a different route, the snorkel was cracked, but the ends going to the shelf and bulkhead, were OK. I just could not stomach changing the snorkel, even when the harness was out of the car. I used a waterproof tape that I found on Amazon. Its a stretchy self clinging rubber membrane. Secured with a wire tie at the end to guarantee it wouldn't unravel. I took a look @ mine before fitting the engine and it was starting to split in some places so I cleaned it many times until spotless,used 3/4" loom tap and its still good,I didn't have the time to wait for a new one and thought replacement may be tricky. |
porschetub |
Sep 1 2019, 05:26 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 4,697 Joined: 25-July 15 From: New Zealand Member No.: 18,995 Region Association: None |
I went a different route, the snorkel was cracked, but the ends going to the shelf and bulkhead, were OK. I just could not stomach changing the snorkel, even when the harness was out of the car. I used a waterproof tape that I found on Amazon. Its a stretchy self clinging rubber membrane. Secured with a wire tie at the end to guarantee it wouldn't unravel. Edit DP. |
Garland |
Sep 1 2019, 09:11 PM
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Restoration Fanatic Group: Members Posts: 1,328 Joined: 8-January 04 From: ......Michigan...... Member No.: 1,535 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
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Specracer |
Sep 2 2019, 04:30 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 100 Joined: 27-March 17 From: SE Mass Member No.: 20,970 Region Association: None |
This is it.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HWROO7...=UTF8&psc=1 Can you share a link or product details? |
draganc |
Sep 2 2019, 07:58 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 725 Joined: 2-November 09 From: central new jersey Member No.: 11,000 Region Association: North East States |
This is it. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HWROO7...=UTF8&psc=1 Can you share a link or product details? Thanks a bunch Specracer and Garland! |
draganc |
Apr 3 2020, 09:28 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 725 Joined: 2-November 09 From: central new jersey Member No.: 11,000 Region Association: North East States |
There are many first and also many last, with rebuilding a
old car. |
draganc |
Apr 3 2020, 09:32 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 725 Joined: 2-November 09 From: central new jersey Member No.: 11,000 Region Association: North East States |
After 2hrs getting all the cables through the new snorkel,
it had to be the last cable messing up my day - wtf? I guess I’ll be ordering a new snorkel soon. Question: Where can I get a late style snorkel, with the larger body top seal? Thanks in advance! |
Mikey914 |
Apr 3 2020, 09:59 PM
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The rubber man Group: Members Posts: 12,649 Joined: 27-December 04 From: Hillsboro, OR Member No.: 3,348 Region Association: None |
We haven't made them yet.
Just a lot going on. Perhaps used? |
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