Thread: Is mechanic a dingus? Vacuum problem with 115 glow plugs?
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Old 10-11-2017, 08:06 PM
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Originally Posted by donnierhodes View Post
Excellent info, thanks. Were you ever able to jury-rig or temporarily repair the rubber/fabric part or did you have to replace the whole knob? Asking because I'm hoping I can get it temporarily running while I track down the part number and find one for a reasonable price.

Thanks everyone for the input.
As I remember the part is a rubber/fabric thing which you can hold in the palm of your hand. When it gets worn you cannot pull the switch closed. Temporary fix using baling wire or a zip tie might work.
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