240260280z Posted October 10, 2011 Share #1 Posted October 10, 2011 (edited) The original 75mm spun aluminum "cup" center caps are long in the tooth.... like that cracked tire. Any suggestions for a nice centre cap to make the wheel look nicer? The hole dia is 2.97" / 75mm. Edited October 10, 2011 by Blue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveJ Posted October 11, 2011 Share #2 Posted October 11, 2011 Did you look at MSA? They have a few. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
240260280z Posted October 11, 2011 Author Share #3 Posted October 11, 2011 Yes I did but unfortunately 75mm is not supported. I did a quick search and it seems to be a Mercedes / VW size. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arne Posted October 11, 2011 Share #4 Posted October 11, 2011 I assume they slide in from the back, retained by a tapered flange? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
240260280z Posted October 11, 2011 Author Share #5 Posted October 11, 2011 (edited) I assume they slide in from the back, retained by a tapered flange? Yes sir. You are 100% correct! They look like tin cups.... if I only had 4 begging monkeys. Dang you made me think!!!! Hmmmm maybe I can get 4 stainless steel cups from a camping supply or dollar store? I better bring my dial gauge with me next time I go shopping. Edited October 11, 2011 by Blue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arne Posted October 11, 2011 Share #6 Posted October 11, 2011 OK, let me ponder this a bit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveJ Posted October 11, 2011 Share #7 Posted October 11, 2011 Okay, I thought that the 3 3/16 ones tapered down to 75mm to fit in the hole on the front side. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
240260280z Posted October 11, 2011 Author Share #8 Posted October 11, 2011 Okay, I thought that the 3 3/16 ones tapered down to 75mm to fit in the hole on the front side.I am hoping but not sure. The msa web site says to measure to the "32nd" of an inch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arne Posted October 11, 2011 Share #9 Posted October 11, 2011 (edited) Take a look here:http://gorilla-auto.com/hub.covers.page_47HC189, Chrome, 2.95" dia., with a 1.5" emblem recess, perfect for the MSA 'Z' emblems.Here they are at Summit: http://www.summitracing.com/parts/GOR-HC189-2/ Edited October 11, 2011 by Arne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
240260280z Posted October 11, 2011 Author Share #10 Posted October 11, 2011 BINGO!!!Thanks a million. Spot on mate. I owe you a Bourbon, Scotch or a Beer:)Take a look here:http://gorilla-auto.com/hub.covers.page_47HC189, Chrome, 2.95" dia., with a 1.5" emblem recess, perfect for the MSA 'Z' emblems.Here they are at Summit: http://www.summitracing.com/parts/GOR-HC189-2/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arne Posted October 11, 2011 Share #11 Posted October 11, 2011 FWIW, based on the spun aluminum caps, I'll take a WAG and say that those wheels were probably made in England. Just a guess...I don't drink much bourbon or scotch, and I typically brew my own beer, but if we ever end up on the same side of the continent I'm sure we can come up with something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
240260280z Posted October 11, 2011 Author Share #12 Posted October 11, 2011 It's a deal and seems like it will be wine Just ordered from Summit. Thanks again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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