Medium
30-60 minutes
The foam holder attaches to the motor & collector. This is an OEM part sourced directly from the manufacturer and used in Ridgid vacuums. This is available as an individual replacement part. It may require a screwdriver during installation. It is made of plastic and foam and will require replacing if it becomes broken.
Foam Holder Assembly 12438
OEM part for: Ridgid
Part Number: 12438
$4.99
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Compatibility
This Foam Holder Assembly will fit the following 2 machines. Confirm this part works with your model, and view the detailed model diagrams and repair help we have to offer.
Ridgid
This item works with the following types of products:
- Vacuum Parts
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Extended the life of my old shopvac
12 yr old Ridgid Shopvac/blower broke. Couldn't get the foam holder assembly from Ridgid but eReplacement came through. Easy to navigate the website, easy order, shipped quickly and arrived with no problems. Positive experience!
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July 12, 2022
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I ordered the wrong part and returned it with no problem. She was very helpful.
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November 6, 2019
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Blower wheel was beyond repair
Lance - December 24, 2022
Tool Type
Vacuum
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Wrench Set
1. Disassembled to identify broken parts.
2. Ordered necessary parts.
3. Replaced blower wheel, spacer, foam holder assembly.
4. Reassembled vacuum/blower.
5. Easy repair except for the time needed to soak the blower wheel retaining nut with WD40
2. Ordered necessary parts.
3. Replaced blower wheel, spacer, foam holder assembly.
4. Reassembled vacuum/blower.
5. Easy repair except for the time needed to soak the blower wheel retaining nut with WD40
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