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#353421 12/28/2007 3:47 AM
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I plan on trying to restore a few of the old switches in my trucks as the part that all the little gizmos attach to is cracked or broken. What is that stuff?

Its used in the gauges, switches, etc. Non conductive, brown in color, pretty thin (between 1/16" - 1/8"), and almost looks like an old version of what todays circuit boards are.

If you know what that stuffs called or where to find it please let me know! Ill tear something out of the dash board and get a picture if my vague description isnt cutting it... eek

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I would guess that they are bake-lite.

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Jeff,

I think you are describing Garolite. It is available from McMaster-Carr in a bazillion different sizes and types of construction.

If you have a motor shop (electric) near you, you might hoof in and see if they have any scraps laying around.

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Stuart you are a wealth of weird knowledge! Thanks, just got done peeking at the stuff and indeed it sounds like what I need!

Ive been putting off making an order with Mcmaster Carr for awhile now, sounds like I have a good reason for my wife...

Appreciate the help. Thanks, Jeff


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