When I removed my radiator, I saw foam missing from the 2 vertical supports which PET calls "linings" - P/N 928 501 811 02 (Left) & 928 501 812 03 (Right). Since the foam looks to serve as either a contact or air barrier (or maybe both) between the radiator plastic and the "lining" metal I was thinking it should be replaced while I have access to it. I did a search, but nothing came up.

I was wondering if anyone has done this, and what was used. I did a quick Amazon search, and came up with this as a possible alternative: http://www.amazon.com/DENSITY-FOAM-P...6164619&sr=8-1

Thanks,
Dave

 

Dave,

Any kind of soft foam tape will work, it's just there to keep the air going through the radiator, not around it. I used whatever the hardware store had for weatherstripping, worked fine.

 

The foam seal provides for air flow control.

I replaced this foam on my 90' S4 several years ago using a adhesive backed insulating foam that I purchased at Home Depot. Not much of a cost savings on my part, as the Porsche replacement parts in foam are probably very inexpensive.

 

Ace hardware also sells this foam tape I used the rubber closed cell foam clean off the mating surface first with PB blaster to remove the adhesive then a few wipes with acetone

 

Jim, borland,

I'm always a fan of simple solutions! Thanks!

Dave

 

Excellent, thanks for the added tip. Have to swing by an ACE for some metric bolts anyway, so it works out nicely. Thanks