Caps for front strut towers

JIM_GRAHAM · #1 10-27-2008, 01:19 PM

I saw some guy selling black plastic caps for the 2 1/2 holes in the top of the front strut towers for $8 per set. After reading that the "Spiffy" Caps for the front doors could be purchased at Lowes for around a dollar I figured there must be s ource for the 2 1/2 caps.

I found a place:

http://www.harmancorp.com/products/p...tyleplugs.aspx

I filled out a form on-line and got two "free samples" sent to me and they fit great. I doubt I will be buying the box of 1000, unless I want to compete with the guy with the $8.00 set!

Minidrivr · #2 10-27-2008, 07:03 PM

Nice find. Was there a shipping fee involved?

OldRick · #3 10-27-2008, 07:46 PM

You could also buy a hundred or two from http://www.mcmaster.com

Search for "finishing plug" - choice of nylon or polyethylene styles

JIM_GRAHAM · #4 10-28-2008, 04:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Minidrivr

Nice find. Was there a shipping fee involved?

They shipped them to me for free.

I did have them shipped to my work, not my home. Listed my business name.

Kirkz24 · #5 10-28-2008, 05:12 AM

Now lets see them on the car! Id love to see a picture!

JIM_GRAHAM · #6 10-28-2008, 09:35 AM

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Originally Posted by OldRick

You could also buy a hundred or two from http://www.mcmaster.com

This site sells small quantities. 50 of the caps that I got for $8.18 + shipping. They have another cap (Locking unvented) for $11.45 for 25. I do not know if the locking cap will easily be removed without destroying it. The other one comes out easily.

Pics to follow.

OldRick · #7 10-28-2008, 10:15 AM

The Poly caps are easily removed - the nylon ones will cause you to scratch the paint around them when attempting to remove them (don't ask how I know this).

The Poly caps also look better, IMHO - lower profile and a nice edge around them.

JIM_GRAHAM · #8 10-28-2008, 03:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Kirkz24

Now lets see them on the car! Id love to see a picture!

They are easy to remove if you need to get under it.

Kirkz24 · #9 10-28-2008, 07:48 PM

Having these, would it conflict with strut tower braces? It looks great!

Just adds that extra touch that is missing.

OldRick · #10 10-28-2008, 08:15 PM

I've had them on with OMP and IE braces - no conflict, as the caps just cover a couple of mm of the dome outside the hole.

Minidrivr · #11 02-07-2009, 05:44 PM

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Originally Posted by JIM_GRAHAM

They are easy to remove if you need to get under it.

I just got my two free samples today. Ordered on the 4th. Fit and finish look great. The caps are flexible enough they won't damage the paint.

iwashmycar · #12 02-07-2009, 07:15 PM

ordered! thanks!

lhoboy · #13 02-07-2009, 07:45 PM

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Originally Posted by JIM_GRAHAM

I saw some guy selling black plastic caps for the 2 1/2 holes in the top of the front strut towers for $8 per set. After reading that the "Spiffy" Caps for the front doors could be purchased at Lowes for around a dollar I figured there must be s ource for the 2 1/2 caps.

I found a place:

http://www.harmancorp.com/products/p...tyleplugs.aspx

I filled out a form on-line and got two "free samples" sent to me and they fit great. I doubt I will be buying the box of 1000, unless I want to compete with the guy with the $8.00 set!

Thanks for the outstanding lead. They're going to start wondering why they're getting hundreds of sample requests for the same exact cap.

We may have to do a group buy if they catch on.

JIM_GRAHAM · #14 02-08-2009, 06:35 AM

My caps kept on popping out and I eventually lost one. I think it might be some type of air pressure increase in the void under the cap that takes place when the shock compresses. I suggest you put some small daps of black silicone rubber in the grooves before installing them. They can still be removed.

lhoboy · #15 02-08-2009, 07:03 AM

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Originally Posted by JIM_GRAHAM

My caps kept on popping out and I eventually lost one. I think it might be some type of air pressure increase in the void under the cap that takes place when the shock compresses. I suggest you put some small daps of black silicone rubber in the grooves before installing them. They can still be removed.

I thought that was from the impact of hitting pot holes. If it is truly air pressure doing it, then a small hole drilled into the top of the cap should eliminate the problem.

**Fatherdeth** · #16 02-08-2009, 07:41 AM

Note****If you are running Ireland Engineering fixed camber plates or any type of adjustable camber plate, a portion of the material under the cap will have to be trimmed away on one side to allow the cap to sit flush.

iwashmycar · #17 02-09-2009, 07:20 AM

NOTE....they're going to call you based on the amount of requests they are getting,,,,Make a good excuse.... or maybe the truth? dunno if theyll like that

maurola · #18 02-09-2009, 08:47 AM

Hey Guys...got a call from Harman this morning asking about my request for the caps...they said they have had a lot of requests in the last 2 days for the same exact item...I made up some tale about why I wanted to try them so they are looking at each request now...they want 176.00 per 1000, that's there smallest order...good news travels fast, huh

Kirkz24 · #19 02-09-2009, 10:41 AM

I guess I did a good thing asking for some a few months ago!

Now all im missing is the Mini

Geeze, cant wait for June!

OldRick · #20 02-09-2009, 10:44 AM

The poly caps fit fine on my IE Fixed camber plates. No reason to trim anything. www.mcmaster.com sells them by the hundred.

Correction: McMaster-Carr sells them in 50's for about $10. Search for plastic hole plugs

**Fatherdeth** · #21 02-09-2009, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by OldRick

The poly caps fit fine on my IE Fixed camber plates. No reason to trim anything. www.mcmaster.com sells them by the hundred.

Well, you obviously have a different brand then. I had to trim mine.

lhoboy · #22 02-09-2009, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Kirkz24

I guess I did a good thing asking for some a few months ago!

Now all im missing is the Mini

Geeze, cant wait for June!

What's so special about June?

Kirkz24 · #23 02-09-2009, 05:07 PM

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Originally Posted by lhoboy

What's so special about June?

My lease will be up with my current car. (Mazda 3 GT)

Im slowly collecting stuff for my Mini so when I get it I can get some little mods done to it. Im still on the look out for some S Lites.

iwashmycar · #24 02-09-2009, 05:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Kirkz24

My lease will be up with my current car. (Mazda 3 GT)

Im slowly collecting stuff for my Mini so when I get it I can get some little mods done to it. Im still on the look out for some S Lites.

ive got 3 crown spokes... just thought id throw that out there lol

Kirkz24 · #25 02-09-2009, 08:25 PM

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Originally Posted by iwashmycar

ive got 3 crown spokes... just thought id throw that out there lol

Just need 1 more ;) Hehe.

Im actually trying to find them here in Canada before resorting to purchasing them in the states. Alot less trouble with customs and all.