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Thank you for the informative response. I think that's part of my problem - I'm not exactly sure what I'm googling.McMaster Carr - Google it.
Can he Google thatRubber cork/plugs at Home Depot work as well.
I've got a few things you can Google as well.Can he Google that?
Due to the arrogant tone of your posts, I regret ever attempting to assist you on this thread. For many years I have contributed to the knowledge base of this site and freely shared my experiences of restoring & rebuilding my M1028 with the other SS members. But now, I am through. I will not be responding in this thread any longer. I wish you good luck in your endeavors.
Success! I entered “plastic cap and plug kit” in eBay. There are multiple sets with a selection of the same standardized plugs the military uses. One thing I need to pass on, in my experience, paint doesn’t stick to these plugs. Again, in my experience, when I used these, I wasn’t concerned with the color of the plugs as they were always used inside of a helicopter, out of sight of everyone else. You might be able to use Krylon spray paint because they advertise their paint will adhere to plastic.I too have a 1009. The antenna holes in my truck needed to be filled until I gathered the materials to reinstall the antennas. I took two oversized grommets, two large washers and a bolt through them which sealed the openings. Looking at your picture, it appears that a common plug was used to fill the hole but I could be wrong on that. A good source for a plug assortment is Harbor Freight. I have such a set that I purchased after the fact. I haven’t checked to see if any of these plugs will fit, however. I am unaware of a standard size plug that the military used to fill these antenna wire holes. That being said, the military supply system has a selection of multiple sized plastic cap and plugs that would fit perfectly in the opening. They come in standardized sizes in both depth and circumference. I find them occasionally in various places but it’s real hit or miss finding them at garage/yard/estate sales.
If you find a source for these caps and plugs, I’d appreciate it you could post the link or phone# for the source. I will make a search for the specific ones I’m talking about and if I find them before you, I’ll post that info on this thread.
Semper Fi!
I’m unfamiliar with McMaster Carr. Are they a military supplier? I’ll take a look at their products. Thank you for the heads up.3 different answers are being given to a single question. Something to plug the hole such as my “Rubber cork” suggestion. A park similar to the OEM part from McMaster Carr. Followed by a OEM type part with a hole in it to be functional with a cable through it.