Broken Seal

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  1. Wayne 69

    Wayne 69 New Member

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    I have oil leaking from this seal which is broken and fallen out. Can anyone tell me what it is called so that I can order a new one. It seals where wire enters into the alternator cover. 2001 Bonneville 650 20250615_130100.jpg
     
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  2. joe mc donald

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    @Wayne 69 Welcome to the family. I take it you are after a new electrical Gromet to replace. Hopefully one of the wise one will be along soon and for the price of a big thanks they may provide you with a part number. Or try somewhere like Fowlers.
     
  3. Eldon

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    #3 Eldon, Aug 16, 2025
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    Triumph 675 triples also leak from the wire grommet. I'd be surprised if a new grommet would be any better.

    Remove the case and apply a gasket sealant both in the wire holes and around the outside. Don't blather it on but ensure to coat the faces.
    Reassemble.
    Also ensure the engine breather is free to flow and not kinked or trapped anywhere, blow down it to confirm. This grommet maybe acting as a breather otherwise.
     
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  4. Pegscraper

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    Just clean up the grommet and mating surfaces use some decent RTV sealer, not the cheap bathroom stuff.
     
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  5. Eldon

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    Creative or true @Markus ?

    I've seen numerous things act as breathers when the intended item was blocked.
     
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  6. Markus

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    @Eldon:
    I am not sure. But it sounds interesting.
     
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  7. Wayne 69

    Wayne 69 New Member

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    Thanks everyone. The grommet is actually broken. I can at least now ask for the right part.
     
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  8. joe mc donald

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    @Wayne 69 Did you get the seal fixed.
     
  9. Wayne 69

    Wayne 69 New Member

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    Not yet. Bigger fish to fry atm
     
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  10. joe mc donald

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    @Wayne 69 Not to worry you will get there as and when. Good luck.
     
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