1966 Rag Joint Rubber Insulator

[Rob M.]

Re: 1966 Rag Joint Rubber Insulator

Dominic,
Back to the question of configuration on the rag joint. Original tele rag joints are riveted on both sides. The lower flange is 'flat". On non-tele, both flanges look the same and one side is riveted and the other side is bolted. I have attached pictures of both.




The tele version would be difficult to rebuild like the original because of the use of rivets. You can rebuild with bolts and achieve a functional unit - although the bolts may interfere with access to the clamp bolt.

Rob

[Dominic P.]

Re: 1966 Rag Joint Rubber Insulator

Rob,
Thanks for the photos and info.....very informative.

Any idea where to hunt for an orginal tele rag joint?

Thanks again,
Dominic

[Joe L.]

Re: 1966 Rag Joint Rubber Insulator

Rob,
Thanks for the photos and info.....very informative.

Any idea where to hunt for an orginal tele rag joint?

Thanks again,
Dominic

Dominic----

The part you're looking for, GM #5692974, was discontinued without supercession in April, 1973. That's 35 years ago. I don't think you'll find too many NOS examples around by this time. However, it's possible that one might show up on eBay from time-to-time. If so, though, it would probably sell for Big $$$ with a flurry of last second bidders.

As far as I know, it's not currently reproduced. That's not surprising. Only about 7,900 cars were ever made that used it.

[Dominic P.]

Re: 1966 Rag Joint Rubber Insulator

Joe,
Thanks .....will keep my eyes open just in case.