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Rear window gasket
  • middletom
    Posts: 134Expert Adviser
    I looked the other day at KGap's site for a rear window gasket for my 1950 Pacemaker Brougham. None was offered though in the past they listed them. Has anyone a suggestion as to where else I might find the gasket I need? Is there another supplier?

    Thanks to you all. Geoff Blake
  • Matt1950Matt1950
    Posts: 47Senior Contributor
    :( I have not found one yet for my 1950 coupe that has the same window I am hoping that someone has a line on a gasket.
    Matt Matthews
    1950 Super 6 Coupe
    HET Member Home Chapter
  • mars55
    Posts: 1,060Platinum Member
    Karr Rubber Manufacturing might be able to help. See their web site.

    http://karrrubber.com/karrproducts/prod01.htm
  • The Kid
    Posts: 22Greasemonkey
    Phone number on Karr website does not work anymore. I am also looking for rear gaskets and also windshield gaskets. Any info would be great.
  • BJ__TNBJ__TN
    Posts: 1,211Platinum Member
    Contact Lance Walker, AKA, Hudzilla on here. He is in the roster, Charlotte, NC.....
    He may know of an alternative.
    Bob Hickson
  • Hudson308Hudson308
    Posts: 1,405Platinum Member
    That particular rear window gasket is the most common one Hudson used. If KGAP no longer carries it, they would be missing one of their most popular part numbers. One I was hoping to order this spring myself.
    Workin Stiff
  • 53jetman53jetman
    Posts: 881Platinum Member
    Geoff - Try "Bob's Auto Glass, Blachly, OR for the rear window rubber
    1-800-624-2130. Been in biz since 1984, and stocks all kinds of glass items for collector cars

    Jerry
    Jerry
    email: HudsonJetman@mail.com
    2nd Generation Hud-Nut
    HET Tech Adviser on Hudson Jets 1953 & 1954
    HET Registrar of all Hudson Jets
  • The Kid
    Posts: 22Greasemonkey
    53jetman wrote:
    Geoff - Try "Bob's Auto Glass, Blachly, OR for the rear window rubber
    1-800-624-2130. Been in biz since 1984, and stocks all kinds of glass items for collector cars

    Jerry
    I spoke to Bob yesterday, he does not have rubber for Hudson. He has the glass, but no rubber.
  • hhranchcowboy
    Posts: 2Hitchhiker
    For the past month I have attempted to reach KGAP but I only get recording. No result on leaving my name and Ph number. I too would be interested in all rubber weatherstripping for 49 Hudson
  • RonSRonS
    Posts: 621Platinum Member
    cowboy, Just spoke with Kaylene 3 days ago, She is going through a serious family difficulty. She told me to please E-mail any requests, as she is out more often than not. kgaphet@aol.com
  • middletom
    Posts: 134Expert Adviser
    :) I just had a response from KGAP as a result of my email to them. They said they have run out of the rear window gasket I'm looking for, but they will have a new batch in about March 11. So all who need that gasket, keep an eye on KGAP's site for the arrival of those gaskets.

    Geoff Blake
  • Uncle JoshUncle Josh
    Posts: 1,863Platinum Member
    Might look at http:/www.restorationspecialties.com

    They show several in their catalog. Pg 40
  • hhranchcowboy
    Posts: 2Hitchhiker
    Ron S; Middletom; and Uncle Josh. Thanks for the information. I just spoke to Todd at Restoration Specialities. He was very customer oriented and went out of his way to help, but he does not have which weatherstripping I should buy without a sample. My 49 super six still has the front windshield and rear glass in. The weatherstripping is cracked in several places-- the trunk weatherstripping is totally gone. I had rather not pull the windshield/rear glass until I have new in hand.. If any one knowes the correct one from Restoration Specialities or other universal type that works I would appreciate. May have to wait until Later in March and Hope. Thanks Horace Hudson
  • dougsondougson
    Posts: 601Platinum Member
    This vender probably has it, but sit down before you hear the price :ohmy: .



    HUDSON weatherseals, mats, window kits, interiors, more. Pat Walsh, 781-246-3266, MA;... »More
  • Aaron D. IL
    Posts: 1,657Platinum Member
    I might have a good used one for a 1950 Pacemaker (small rear window) but I'd have to dig out into the garage to look.
  • middletom
    Posts: 134Expert Adviser
    I've had a mailing from Pat Walsh, and the price for a rear window gasket was over two hundred dollars. He even wants $75.00 for a can of clutch fluid. He may have the parts but they are beyond my reach.

    Geoff Blake
  • BJ__TNBJ__TN
    Posts: 1,211Platinum Member
    Did You Check with Lance Walker? He may know someone. 704-792-9110
    Bob Hickson
  • Aaron D. IL
    Posts: 1,657Platinum Member
    middletom wrote:
    I've had a mailing from Pat Walsh, and the price for a rear window gasket was over two hundred dollars. He even wants $75.00 for a can of clutch fluid. He may have the parts but they are beyond my reach.

    Geoff Blake

    $75 for clutch fluid, that's rediculous, even if you want a can in the original Hudson containers for display, they're not exactly that rare, they're around.
  • dave sdave s
    Posts: 1,186Moderator
    Yes, Kaylene has some serious personal family problems, but I emailed her and she got back to me same day. She has what I need and is sending it. I'm sure KGap will continue to be one of our best suppliers, just give them time.


    RonS wrote:
    cowboy, Just spoke with Kaylene 3 days ago, She is going through a serious family difficulty. She told me to please E-mail any requests, as she is out more often than not. kgaphet@aol.com