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Vin
02-28-2008, 10:58 PM
1971 Buick LeSabre 2" size on 5x5 15x6 rally wheels. Buick Motor Divison type.

Thanks!

dewbers
02-29-2008, 04:40 PM
I bought a set from eBay 6 months ago..... They were perfect. NOS.
I can't remember what I paid, but can look it up if you want me to.
They weren't cheap. There is a thread on this subject in here somewhere...

Vin
02-29-2008, 10:55 PM
Thanks! Actually, a set of NOS just went up. Correct on not being cheap...$140

Does anybody have experience with Year One? Hemmings? etc. I can't seem to locate any center caps on the on-line site.

Smartin
03-01-2008, 06:45 AM
I don't think anyone like YO has them for sale new.

Phil Genario
03-01-2008, 08:43 PM
try cars inc in new jersey. i have their catolog and they do sell them, not near it right now, i have to order a set for the 73. phone for cars is 908 369-3666

centurion 455 ragtop
03-01-2008, 11:30 PM
Try the Buick Farm: buickfarm.com

Or try Mike Garrison at mike@mrbuick.com, I bought a set of nos ones off him last year. He has some good nos parts laying around. May have another set. Worth a try.

heavycenturion
06-17-2008, 08:53 PM
My caps (outer rings) were in pretty good shape so I rebuilt mine.
Search posts by heavycenturion. You'll see some pictures of what I did.

I have a friend in the "tropy and awards" business that can print the logos onto metal disks. He also custom cuts (laser) round lexan disks for me.

You gently remove the ring in the back of the cap... remove the old plastic disk and insert the new stuff. Replace the ring and use a little JB Weld two part glue to hold the ring in place. I've been driving with all four of my rebuilt caps for over six months.. they look and work great!

Let me know if you're interested. I can supply the parts for rebuilding all four for $60, plus shipping.