I'm trying to find a source of replacement rubber grommets for the Craftsman Bench Grinders (I have, hmmm, more than one!). Unfortunately these are an odd size as the top "head" of the grommet is smaller than the base--see pic. Anybody know where I can get these?
Source for Craftsman block Grinder rubber grommets?
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torqueman2002
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I hope someone knows where these can be found.
I've used rubber grommets, but they're not really the same thing.
http://electronics.mcmelectronics.com/search?w=rubber%20grommet
I've used rubber grommets, but they're not really the same thing.
http://electronics.mcmelectronics.com/search?w=rubber%20grommet
cmandp
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Mine has the same and I have 3 out of 4. 
I recall finding something similar at Lowes but I don't remember why I didn't buy them... If I ever decide to build a pedestal for it I am just going to use some rubber from a bicycle inner tube or similar.
I recall finding something similar at Lowes but I don't remember why I didn't buy them... If I ever decide to build a pedestal for it I am just going to use some rubber from a bicycle inner tube or similar.torqueman2002
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If they are from the same vintage as mine - late 60's - they don't carry them any longer.
Provincial
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Google Images search "motor rubber feet" and if that doesn't get you anything, just "rubber feet."
Lots of hits with these two searches.
Lots of hits with these two searches.
If they are from the same vintage as mine - late 60's - they don't carry them any longer.
Yeah. Mine's a 70's vintage and I just checked. No longer available.
Probably end up having to use a standard grommet. Or, fab them out of a hockey puck.
GirchyGirchy
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I bought some threaded rubber bumpers from McMaster. They had some grommets which would fit but they weren't tall enough.
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bryanrj
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I have the same problem. This grommet that OP is referring to is the power cord grommet that goes through the base. Problem is now most cabinets are thin sheet metal, where the thickness of the cast base is o. The order of 1/8" or so. I have been unable to find an appropriately sized grommet either. Not to mention the flat starter capacitor that fits in the base. There is a parts diagram available on sears.com as I recall. I have it at home and will add a link when I can.
These seem about right (for the 45$, 95% intact, 1/2 HP, 397 serial number I just picked up!!!)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/LAU-38-2209...145?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item232e055699
The manufacturers specs show the hole is 5/16. My (one remaining) original has a 3/16 hole but other specs are really close:
http://www.comfortgurus.com/specs/lau/lau_parts.pdf
I bought mine from a slower shipper to save a buck and a half, but will advise how well they fit upon arrival.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/LAU-38-2209...145?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item232e055699
The manufacturers specs show the hole is 5/16. My (one remaining) original has a 3/16 hole but other specs are really close:
http://www.comfortgurus.com/specs/lau/lau_parts.pdf
I bought mine from a slower shipper to save a buck and a half, but will advise how well they fit upon arrival.
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torqueman2002
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Thanks for the link.
Here's a source that's another possibility. I have ordered and used these and they are a very good fit, a bit large but very good.
http://www.zoro.com/g/00008632/k-G2705507?utm_source=ppjtext&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=43737&utm_content=general
Here's a source that's another possibility. I have ordered and used these and they are a very good fit, a bit large but very good.
http://www.zoro.com/g/00008632/k-G2705507?utm_source=ppjtext&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=43737&utm_content=general
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torqueman2002
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I placed an order for 12 of the eBay items, I'll post an update when they arrive.
Here's a screen capture of the LAU pdf page.
ajchien
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Subscribed. For reference. I need a few of these too.
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I got the lowes ones a few months ago and they worked wonderfully.
David99
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Lowes item number is 423532
Hillman's Part # 884633
and the picture on lowes.com is of a plain rubber grommet - see the picture tedsters posted in post #13
Hillman's Part # 884633
and the picture on lowes.com is of a plain rubber grommet - see the picture tedsters posted in post #13
ajchien
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Thanks. Just picked these up today, they fit well!
DrFeelGood
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Dayton 2MEV3
Rubber Grommet Kit: 11/16 in_7/8 in Outside Dia, 1/4 in Inside Dia, 6 PK
https://www.grainger.com/product/DAYTON-Rubber-Grommet-Kit-11-16-in-2MEV3Boogerman
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If you can get it from Granger, can get it from Zoro usually a bit less:
Dayton Rubber Grommet Kit, Larger OD 7/8 In, PK6 2MEV3 | Zoro
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