Need Ideas for 75mm centre caps for these wheels

[240260280z]

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

[SteveJ]

Did you look at MSA? They have a few.

[240260280z]

Yes I did but unfortunately 75mm is not supported. I did a quick search and it seems to be a Mercedes / VW size.

[Arne]

I assume they slide in from the back, retained by a tapered flange?

[240260280z]

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

[Arne]

OK, let me ponder this a bit.

[SteveJ]

Okay, I thought that the 3 3/16 ones tapered down to 75mm to fit in the hole on the front side.

[240260280z]

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.

[Arne]

Take a look here:

http://gorilla-auto.com/hub.covers.page_47

HC189, 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

[240260280z]

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_47

HC189, 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/

[Arne]

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.

[240260280z]

It's a deal and seems like it will be wine

Just ordered from Summit. Thanks again.