Topic: 1940 Handitwin Point Insulating Bushing 171186

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March 27, 2024 at 9:21 pm #286310
T….in Wisconsin
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Looking for ideas on replacement options for a broken points insulating bushing.

T..
March 27, 2024 at 9:59 pm #286315
Buccaneer
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Would a layer or two of shrink tubing work?

Prepare to be boarded!

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T....in Wisconsin
March 27, 2024 at 10:47 pm #286316
The Boat House
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Get measurements and search eBay – Granger
– McMaster Carr – exct. Should be able to find
something with the correct outside dia. that you
can drill out and/or shorten.
Tubs

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T....in Wisconsin
March 28, 2024 at 6:16 am #286340
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Grainger has these in stock locally for pick up tomorrow.

$2.00/10 pk

Spacer: For #4 Screw Size, Nylon, Plain, 1/4 in Overall Lg, 0.115 in Inside Dia, 10 PK

Item 3YAE7

Mfr. Model 13SP006

Product Details

Catalog PageN/A

BrandAPPROVED VENDOR

System of MeasurementInch

For Screw Size#4

Overall Length Tolerance+/-0.005 in

Overall Length1/4 in

Spacer TypeRound

MaterialNylon

FinishPlain

ColorWhite

Inside Diameter0.115 in

Inside Diameter Tolerance+/-0.005 in

Outside Diameter0.1875 in

Outside Diameter Tolerance+/-0.015 in

Display Qty10

Display Sell UOMPK

Manufacturer Part Number13SP006

UNSPSC31161816

Country of OriginUSA (subject to change)

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March 28, 2024 at 9:14 am #286341
labrador-guy
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Maybe the plastic supply lines from faucets in you home! Plastic air lines that are used on truck air brake systems? Maybe the nylon handle on a spatula, you could drill a hole in it then grind down the outside. Put your thinking cap on and think out of the box, you might stumble on something that will work!

dale
March 28, 2024 at 2:06 pm #286342
jeff-register
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I was thinking the same thing, 1/4″ cooler water tubing or ??? Try home dept maybe. I know it’s tiny tubing try a plastic tubing supplyer in town.
March 28, 2024 at 5:11 pm #286353
joecb
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Dont’ over think this,,, it’s a non-technical part, only keeps the side of the screw from contacting the metal bore. If you still have the other half of the broken sleeve, put it back in the bore. … even a few wraps of tape will do the job.

Joe B
March 28, 2024 at 5:36 pm #286355
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Posted @ 6:16 this morning.

I ordered a pack of 10 from Grainger with the correct ID & OD x .25L. for $2.00

I’ll cut to length.

Thanks Tubs
March 28, 2024 at 11:02 pm #286370
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The internet is definitely our friend when looking
for something to substitute a part no longer available.
Except for having to order them everything fell
right into place for you this time – if you actually get
them. I have an ever growing pile of stuff that
wasn’t what I ordered. Having the suppler local
is a big plus when there is an issue.
Tubs
March 30, 2024 at 11:07 am #286403
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Nylon bushing from Grainger (3YAE7) worked well. OD & ID are a good fit, I only had to trim to length (.150″).

Verify that your cut length does not protrude above the surface of point housing as to restrict contact of the 2 exterior plates when assembled. I probably should have took pictures but I think this will be apparent when assembling.

Should anyone need a few of these nylon bushings PM me and I’ll mail them to you.

T.. in Wisconsin
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