Anybody know of a replacement spindle dust cap?
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Anybody know of a replacement spindle dust cap?
Okay, so I need some new dust caps for the two front spindles on Gus. I tried to order them from Mazda and they are both discontinued. No problem I thought, I'll just get some Dorman ones from Advance and use those instead. So I got the Dorman 618-503 dust caps. Appeared to be the right size before I ordered. Got them and tried them. No go. Does ANYONE know of a replacement spindle dust cap that will work on our cars? The previous owner beat the hell out of mine trying to reinstall them cause he was not very mechanically inclined. As such they are all bent up and deformed and really don't seal out the dirt and road grime like they should. It shouldn't be this hard to find these stupid little things. Why can't I find any the right size for the 7? HELP!
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I've seen a bunch of trailer parts online that look very similar but I can't seem to find any that are the right size. There sure are a bunch that are kinda close. I was hoping maybe someone has already solved this problem ahead of me, and had a part number or a work around they could share. I guess we'll wait and see if anybody chimes in....
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Can you give us an O.D. measurement and dome height on the stock dust cap Jamie? I'd like to find some new ones too.
But after poking around, I see what you mean, there doesn't seem to be a stock replacement.
That leaves us with matching the dimensions of a generic part, like those trailer caps.
But after poking around, I see what you mean, there doesn't seem to be a stock replacement.
That leaves us with matching the dimensions of a generic part, like those trailer caps.
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My measurements are for a 1985. Not sure if your 40.5mm measurement is accurate. That's only 1.59". That's not even close to what I got when I measured. I agree with your other two numbers though. Are yours off of a 1979-1983? They may possibly be smaller.
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I was wondering if my 83 caps are different from my 84/85 caps, they look a little different installed. But then I thought all the FB struts were the same. I'll have to check.
Jamie, maybe if you cut three or four symmetrically placed cuts in the metal that inserts into the rotor on those slightly over sized Dorman units, using as wide a blade as you can find, you can make them fit.
This may create enough give to insert the unit without pounding the hell out of it.
Alternatively, here's one on ebay, diameter 9/16" (39.69 mm) that might be just a bit undersized, if the stock diameter is 40.5 as mhr650 reports. A wrap or two of duct tape around the insertion part of the unit might make it fit nice and snug. The price is a bit steep on this ebay auction, but once we know the part we can probably find it cheaper.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Wheel-Spindle-Dust-Cap-Ford-Chrysler-Dodge-Plymouth-Toyota-60s-70s-1-9-16-/120787116677?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item1c1f792285&vxp=mtr
Jamie, maybe if you cut three or four symmetrically placed cuts in the metal that inserts into the rotor on those slightly over sized Dorman units, using as wide a blade as you can find, you can make them fit.
This may create enough give to insert the unit without pounding the hell out of it.
Alternatively, here's one on ebay, diameter 9/16" (39.69 mm) that might be just a bit undersized, if the stock diameter is 40.5 as mhr650 reports. A wrap or two of duct tape around the insertion part of the unit might make it fit nice and snug. The price is a bit steep on this ebay auction, but once we know the part we can probably find it cheaper.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Wheel-Spindle-Dust-Cap-Ford-Chrysler-Dodge-Plymouth-Toyota-60s-70s-1-9-16-/120787116677?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item1c1f792285&vxp=mtr
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I purchased a pair from Mazdatrix about a year ago before they where discontinued for my 84 gs. 29.25mm overall height, 8mm lip height, and 48.50mm OD. part# H001-33-071
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I may have found a replacement for us? Looks like some kind of trailer parts from the other side of the pond? 48.5mm OD. Not quite as tall. only 20mm but I think they may work. I'm thinking about pulling the trigger and giving them a shot...
48 5 mm Knott Metal Grease Dust Wheel Hub Cap Trailer Wheels | eBay
48 5 mm Knott Metal Grease Dust Wheel Hub Cap Trailer Wheels | eBay
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That was really bad DD.
And Jamie, those caps don't look very Mazda-like. Are you sure you want Gus to endure the pain?
They kind of remind me of those GM igniters that Tim puts in his SA.
Give us another day or two, we'll uncover a stash of OEM Mazda spindle dust caps for sure.
And Jamie, those caps don't look very Mazda-like. Are you sure you want Gus to endure the pain?
They kind of remind me of those GM igniters that Tim puts in his SA.
Give us another day or two, we'll uncover a stash of OEM Mazda spindle dust caps for sure.
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Both these places show to have them in stock~
https://www.parts.com/index.cfm?fuse...%3D-GREASE-CAP
Grease cap for 1985 Mazda RX-7 H00133071 Securely buy online today - it's fast and easy.
https://www.parts.com/index.cfm?fuse...%3D-GREASE-CAP
Grease cap for 1985 Mazda RX-7 H00133071 Securely buy online today - it's fast and easy.
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That was really bad DD.
And Jamie, those caps don't look very Mazda-like. Are you sure you want Gus to endure the pain?
They kind of remind me of those GM igniters that Tim puts in his SA.
Give us another day or two, we'll uncover a stash of OEM Mazda spindle dust caps for sure.
And Jamie, those caps don't look very Mazda-like. Are you sure you want Gus to endure the pain?
They kind of remind me of those GM igniters that Tim puts in his SA.
Give us another day or two, we'll uncover a stash of OEM Mazda spindle dust caps for sure.