63 breather tube grommet

[Michael G.]

I'm replacing the rubber breather tube grommet on my April, 63 L84 car with the metal cup and grommet that is proper for that build date. Can someone describe how this fits into the block, or please post a pic?

[Alan D.]

Re: 63 breather tube grommet

Michael, Take a look at recent post 2-3 days ago, start at #3
63 engine over spray patterns Rob Musquetier (41157)

[Harry S.]

Re: 63 breather tube grommet

Long Island Corvette 22-11AE

http://www.parts123.com/parts123/yb.dll?parta~dyndetail~Z5Z5Z50000370a~Z5Z5Z5AACWY~P15.00~~~~S2VO0RI97375671017750g~Z5Z5Z5~Z5Z5Z50000370a

[Michael G.]

Re: 63 breather tube grommet

Harry and Alan

I have the Long Island part, I just wasn't sure if was supposed to be pressed into hole in the block, or what.

I had posted a whole bunch of stuff in the thread you sent me to, but I didn't notice the discussion of the breather installation. Oh well.

[Joe L.]

Re: 63 breather tube grommet

Harry and Alan

I have the Long Island part, I just wasn't sure if was supposed to be pressed into hole in the block, or what.

I had posted a whole bunch of stuff in the thread you sent me to, but I didn't notice the discussion of the breather installation. Oh well.

Michael------


I believe the metal sleeve is pressed into the block, but I think it's a pretty light interference fit. There was quite a discussion on this very issue within about the last 6 months, or so, here on this board. As I recall, there were even some good photos posted of an installed bushing.

[Michael G.]

Re: 63 breather tube grommet

Joe,

It pressed in just fine, although I'm not convinced it will seal as well as the rubber one.

[Joe L.]

Re: 63 breather tube grommet

Joe,

It pressed in just fine, although I'm not convinced it will seal as well as the rubber one.

Michael------


I agree; I think it was a "bogus" design and I don't know why it was ever used. Actually, I think it was "borrowed" from an earlier application used for cab-over type trucks. It didn't last too long in the Corvette application and was replaced by the all-rubber type. It was also replaced with the same all rubber type for the cab-over application, too.