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Virgo Center Caps quite loose 200 1984

posted by  MartyNJ on  Wed Apr 28 06:35 CST 2004
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I just put a set of virgos on my 84 245. They look great my only concern is that 2 of the center caps are quite loose. I understand that this is a known problem b/c the plastic tabs wear out.

Does anyone have any ideas how to make them fit more snug, short of using glue or silicone?

Thanks
Marty
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Virgo Center Caps quite loose 200 1984

posted by  someone claiming to be Clayton on  Wed Apr 28 06:55 CST 2004 [RELATED]

Yeah, I wrap the friction fit part with a couple of layers of black electricians tape. Seems to work for a long time, and they come out when you need them out.







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Virgo Center Caps quite loose 200 1984

posted by  Jay Shields on  Thu Apr 29 04:54 CST 2004
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Electrician tape or duct tape cut to fit around the inner edge will "build up" the cap enough that it will stay snug....

Jay
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Virgo Center Caps quite loose 200 1984

posted by  Erling on  Wed Apr 28 07:18 CST 2004
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Around each separate tab, or "full circle" around the cap?

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Virgo Center Caps quite loose 200 1984

posted by  Kane on  Wed Apr 28 07:27 CST 2004
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I used masking tape - same concept - around the perimeter.

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