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Primer Packings
Posted: Wed Apr 22, 2020 9:03 am
by 7313
Once again I am looking for a source: This time I need packings for the old style primers. See photos:

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Markings are: "Imperial Mfg Small Fuel Pressure Brass Pump Primer. Hand Operated. Chicago USA"
Imagine that! Made in USA! LOL.
Any help appreciated.
John
Re: Primer Packings
Posted: Wed Apr 22, 2020 10:19 am
by 2066
Best I recall there've been no parts available for this one for a while. There is a video that Randy Phillips did a while back with his method of fabricating the leather replacements (
https://youtu.be/8Jy8rANHHXk ). It's a bit tedious and may be more fun than you can stand after all of the work already done on the restoration

...but, worth a look. Meanwhile, we'll keep an eye out for any NOS that may be hiding around these parts & will holler if found. Good luck, John!
Mac
PS...Look (quickly

) at # 182719054693 on Ebay (...or search for "Imperial Leather") -- there are "leather cups" (NOS) for sale there & may or may not fit your model.
Re: Primer Packings
Posted: Wed Apr 22, 2020 11:23 am
by 7313
Mac,
Once again, thanks! I don't think I want to get into the leather business, but I am wondering if Randy could knock out a couple of those little beauties for me since he already has the jigs and the leather. Do you know how I would contact him?
John
Re: Primer Packings
Posted: Wed Apr 22, 2020 9:56 pm
by 2066
7313 wrote: ↑Wed Apr 22, 2020 11:23 am
Mac,
Once again, thanks! I don't think I want to get into the leather business, but I am wondering if Randy could knock out a couple of those little beauties for me since he already has the jigs and the leather. Do you know how I would contact him?
John
I'll check...he's a friend of a friend back in GA who I haven't talked to in a while -- good excuse to call. Will advise if I find contact info.. Did you get a chance to look at those on Ebay?
Mac
Re: Primer Packings
Posted: Thu Apr 23, 2020 5:48 am
by 7313
Thanks. Checking dimensions. Shot in the dark.
Re: Primer Packings
Posted: Thu Apr 23, 2020 12:33 pm
by 2066
2066 wrote: ↑Wed Apr 22, 2020 9:56 pm
7313 wrote: ↑Wed Apr 22, 2020 11:23 am
Mac,
Once again, thanks! I don't think I want to get into the leather business, but I am wondering if Randy could knock out a couple of those little beauties for me since he already has the jigs and the leather. Do you know how I would contact him?
John
I'll check...he's a friend of a friend back in GA who I haven't talked to in a while -- good excuse to call. Will advise if I find contact info.. Did you get a chance to look at those on Ebay?
Mac
John -- sent you a PM RE contact info.
Mac
Re: Primer Packings
Posted: Fri Apr 24, 2020 7:17 am
by 7313
Thanks - attempting to make contact...………….