Foam air filter for '72 TCS solenoid

[Kurt G.]

Does anyone have a photo of the little foam air filter that goes on the TCS solenoid vent fitting? I can't find one anywhere, and thought if I had a photo of an original I could maybe make one. If no photo, any idea where I can find one?

[Jim D.]

Re: Foam air filter for '72 TCS solenoid

If I remember correctly it was a piece of black cellulose foam approx. 1/2 square maybe a little smaller. Hopefully someone will post a photo. Jim

[Don L.]

Re: Foam air filter for '72 TCS solenoid

Here's an old pic of mine that is on file. I would be happy to take and post a more recent and detailed pic if you need.

I researched some originals, then crafted this one. Not sure as to the "correctness" of it. Hopefully, someone will comment. It's passed judging twice so far without a ding.

[Harmon C.]

Re: Foam air filter for '72 TCS solenoid

I think the foam was about 5/16"- 3/8" square and 3/4" long. A team leader in the old days had a camera bag with liner material this size he passed out to owners at meets.

[Terry M.]

Re: Foam air filter for '72 TCS solenoid

Contact Sal Carbone through the members section button above. He will set you up.

[Patrick H.]

Re: Foam air filter for '72 TCS solenoid

It's passed judging twice so far without a ding.

I think I told you it's a bit too long.
Cut it to about 2/3 that length.

As an FYI, I buy the foam material like Don has in the PCV section of AutoZone. You can find one that fits, or make your own, for nominal cost.

Patrick

[Don L.]

Re: Foam air filter for '72 TCS solenoid

Thanks, Patrick. You likely did say something about it in June when judging, however there are no notes on my sheets to document, therefore, it's escaped me. I don't recall the conversation, but I think it's a bit long too. It's easier to cut than to put it in the "foam stretcher." Can another confirm before I cut?

BTW, I think I have about $0.00 invested in this one so far. Frankly, I got the mtl from some packaging. Thought it looked right...

[Kurt G.]

Re: Foam air filter for '72 TCS solenoid

Thanks for the replies. I have some foam that looks just like that. I knew I could count on the board for help

[Gary S.]

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My 72 went through Regional judging without a single comment on my home-made foam. Like Patrick Hulst, I believe the foam to be too long although I do not have anything to gauge it by other than how mine went through judging.

[Patrick H.]

Re: Foam air filter for '72 TCS solenoid

Thanks, Patrick. You likely did say something about it in June when judging, however there are no notes on my sheets to document, therefore, it's escaped me. I don't recall the conversation, but I think it's a bit long too. It's easier to cut than to put it in the "foam stretcher." Can another confirm before I cut?

BTW, I think I have about $0.00 invested in this one so far. Frankly, I got the mtl from some packaging. Thought it looked right...

The 72 I'm working on has about 1/3 to 1/2 of the original foam piece still in place.
It's definitely shorter than yours. The foam cell is also smaller, should anyone wish to get a bit more exact. I do not have a picture of it, but did look at it last evening.

Patrick

[Don L.]

Re: Foam air filter for '72 TCS solenoid

Patrick, the photo, and possible dimensions is what I was angling for in my earlier post. It hadn't occurred to me that detrioration may be playing into using surviving original parts as a model.

Thanks to Gary and you for the input and advice. I hope we've helped Kurt in his thread start.

I'm not sure exactly what I'll do to trim to a finish length just yet, but have added it to my "to do" list.

[Patrick H.]

Re: Foam air filter for '72 TCS solenoid

Patrick, the photo, and possible dimensions is what I was angling for in my earlier post. It hadn't occurred to me that detrioration may be playing into using surviving original parts as a model.

Thanks to Gary and you for the input and advice. I hope we've helped Kurt in his thread start.

I'm not sure exactly what I'll do to trim to a finish length just yet, but have added it to my "to do" list.

Yes, deterioration has affected my example quite a bit. I know that more of it fell off yesterday despite being careful with my cleaning. I can get you a picture of the foam to show the cell size, but you'll have to trust me on the length.

It "appears" to be a very similar foam to what is used on the collar above the transmission, if that helps.

Patrick