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Modifying break dust shields

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I’ve been searching high and low for 323 rear break dust Sheilds but can’t find any

Has anyone tried modifying another shield like a e30 or something similar

Or is there another option that can be made to fit?

Any advise on this will be much appreciated


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Dont think that e30s will work. But you can try and source a used e30 dustplate to compare? If it is doable, than order two new ones.
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Rear brake shoes and discs are the same as e30 so there is some chance.
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I heard one the Dutch forum members is about to try to create one from the one side that is still available. Maybe he can jump in here as well?

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I had to buy 2 same side & cut them up & weld to make a mirror version of the one you can get.
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I’ve been in contact with Munich icons but they couldn’t help 😕
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