Replacement gasket available for fuel cap - 124 470 00 05?

[anderzen]

Do they make a replacement rubber gasket for this style gas cap? Whether MB or something that works.
Found one in really nice shape at Pn'P but the seal is toast, kind of a shame to buy a new one just because of the seal...

I have found a bunch online but not sure which would be the correct one without having them in hand... Kind of look like the universal 2" style

 

[gsxr]

If it's the original silver/metal fuel cap, yes, you can replace the seal. Part number is 168-471-05-79, $7.75 each MSRP.

 

[speedy300dturbo]

I suggest using the blue replacement part A1404710079 ($15.50 MSRP).

It's more expensive than the black NBR A1684710579 part, but the [blue] material, which I believe is flourosilicone, is more resistant to gasoline (and diesel!)

 

[anderzen]

it is this style cap:


uses a thinner gasket than this style cap, which is currently on the car:

 

[gsxr]

Yup, the nicer metal cap will use either of the part numbers mentioned above. I also like the fancy blue gasket speedy mentioned above, ~$11 from discount dealers. Should never have to replace it again.

The cap currently on the car is cheap aftermarket, not OEM. Tip for the proper cap you picked up - it has a fancy locking mechanism. Turn gently with your fingers until it clicks, but DO NOT tighten further, this can damage the plastic mechanism. The cheap/thin cap doesn't have this.

 

[anderzen]

Thank you Gents! Yea I could tell how it clicks like you mentioned, which is a much nicer feel than the aftermarket one on there now...
another small upgrade in the books

 

[Jlaa]

I suggest using the blue replacement part A1404710079 ($15.50 MSRP).

It's more expensive than the black NBR A1684710579 part, but the material, which I believe is flourosilicone, is more resistant to gasoline (and diesel!)

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Thanks @speedy300dturbo! I ordered one!

 

[Jlaa]

The blue one works well.

 

[Benzy Boy]

The blue one works well.
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My black seal is cracked like yours, should I replace it?

 

[Jlaa]

My black seal is cracked like yours, should I replace it?

Might as well. It is 30 years old!

 

[gerryvz]

Just replace the entire cap.

 

[Kridre]

Just for some information. I replaced my cap 4 years ago and the seal is already cracked. So I would recommend replacing only the seal if the cap is fine. Of course I bought brand new original part.

 

[skikrazey]

Do the ladies go crazy for the blue gasket like the gray switches?

 

[gerryvz]

Do the ladies go crazy for the blue gasket like the gray switches?

Only if you ask them to fuel up your vehicle or they are with you while fueling up at the pump.

 

[gsxr]

Just for some information. I replaced my cap 4 years ago and the seal is already cracked. So I would recommend replacing only the seal if the cap is fine. Of course I bought brand new original part.

Try the (expensive) Blue seal, it should last longer than the standard Black seal. The cap itself should never wear out if undamaged.