Throttle/firewall Seal

We need to replace the bellows seal that goes on the throttle pushrod where it passes through the firewall. Any suggestions on what to use/how to do it?

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  1. 45-35050 says:

    The originals are unobtainium, so we used some high quality suade type leather. We made a retainer ring that attaches to the preexisting holes in the firewall that holds the leather in place and at the other end we sewed a loop in the leather and slipped some safety wire in. We twisted the wire tight and now the bellows travels with the linkage rod and works/looks very well. Let me know if you are interested in any pictures etc.
    Taylor Stevenson
    Owner L-5G 45-35050

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