Higher Dust Caps for Strut Wheel Bearings

[saaron]

5 hours ago, Brett said:

Hi Scott, good ? Yes, they clear the hood perfectly. It was part of the design and testing.

 

OK, cool.  I was wondering if the hood was what cracked the caps...I guess that isn't possible based on what you're saying.  Probably just was pressed on too hard.  

 

Scott

[Brett]

Scott, the dust caps are vulcanized rubber and over time they lose their flexibility and will crack.  If your hood does not align correctly, I guess the hood could sit on them, but it would have to be way off.

 

Also, if you have taken them on and off a bunch over 40-50 years they will crack.  They need to be treated to a good coat of protectant like everything else and after 40-50 years.  

 

 

[Brett]

Good day all!  Printing out the final sets for shipment and I wanted to thank the FAQ Community for the incredible support.

 

The first picture is a production batch of the Dust Caps completed on the 3D Printer. Finished printing, yet they need to be finished by sanding and given a bath in acetone to get them shiny and smooth. 

 

Second picture is a set with instructions ready for packing up and shipping out.  Had to create some packaging from the USPS by adding a layer of foam inside the box and instructions for installation and removal.  

 

Again, thank you!

[Spark74]

Hello Brett, received the covers today and installed them with no issues. They look great.  

 

[Brett]

Awesome!  And, Love the Inca!  Thank you for letting me know.

 

Brett

[AlfaBMWGuy]

Got mine on as well.  I think you nailed it Brett as far as the fit. They slip on with just the right amount of force so you know it's a proper seal, but also will come off if needed. This is the first 3-D printed item I've had and that alone made it worthwhile. Thanks again Brett for a really cool product and getting them shipped out quickly.

 

-Gary

[Brett]

Thank you for the feedback Gary - truly a pleasure and I am glad you like them and they work well.  Send a picture along!  Thanks!

[BK69]

HI Brett,

l would like to get a set, they look very nice. Can you give me your info please.

Thanks

[Brett]

HI Brett,
l would like to get a set, they look very nice. Can you give me your info please.
Thanks

Hi Bk! They are $35 shipped. Please pay via PayPal friends and family or add the service fee and do goods and services to netster_cooper@yahoo.com

Thank you.


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[BK69]

Thanks Brett, will send out payment now. Have a great day.

Cheers,

Bert

[Brett]

We have shipped our first full production run and look forward to the community’s feedback. Thank you all for the support. Wanted to share a picture of several of the final products before they are packaged for shipment



And the final packaging.


Again, thank you all!


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[AlfaBMWGuy]

Here's a well-deserved thread bump and a pic of these dust caps on my Granada early '71.  Thanks Brett!

 

-Gary

 

[HBChris]

@AlfaBMWGuy

Oops, I see a ballast resistor hooked up to your blue coil, you are not getting full current to your points, blue coil doesn’t use an external resistor.

[AlfaBMWGuy]

Thanks Chris.  The original owner of my '02 at some point installed a Pertronix ignition.  Does that make a difference?  I assume you are talking about the white plastic cased component that is clipped to the fender?  Can I just unplug it even with Pertronix and will that improve drivability in some way even with Pertronix?

[AlfaBMWGuy]

Thanks @HBChris. Here is a reverse angle shot of my coil and ballast resistor setup.  My car seems to run and drive fine in the two years I've owned it regarding ignition, but if there are improvements to be had, I'm all for it.  Do I just want to jumper the leads to the ballast resistor together to bypass it, or is there a bit more to it than that?  Let me know if more pics are needed to determine that.

 

Thanks,

Gary