In a message dated 08/09/2000 2:12:32 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
Mark.Evans@Anheuser-Busch.com writes:
> I am replacing many dry rotted grommets and plugs on the '4A. They're pretty
> easy to get out - they crumble!
>
> Who knows an easy way to 'persuade' the new ones to fit their new home?
A bit of liquid soap (dishwashing detergent, etc.) might help; or glycerine
(if it's still available) or Cornhusker's Lotion (if it's still available;
has or had glycerine in it and it's really good for the hands as well as for
grommets)!
--Andy
Andrew Mace, President, The Vintage Triumph Register
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