Help with missing part '81 R100RT

[aerobat72L]

Hi, I removed my rear wheel to get a new tire. Somewhere along the line, I misplaced a spacer that went between the Brake caliper mounting bracket casting, and the rear wheel bearing. I have tried desperately to find it, and have retraced my steps, etc.. 10 times. This part does not seem to show in the parts fiches, and the bike is disabled in my driveway until I can find it. If anyone knows what this part is described as, part #, has similar, or can steer me in right direction, it would vastly improve my outlook. My Cell# is 401 862-5026...Thanx, Gary

[lkchris]

You're looking for something that doesn't exist.

There is no spacer between the caliper bracket and the wheel hub.

Explains why you don't see it in the fiche.

There is, of course, a "hat" that fits inside the wheel seal--perhaps that's what you're talking about. I think it's 36 31 1 230 322 and is shown under wheels.

This piece doesn't usually fall off when removing the wheel, as it's held by the seal. Might want to check your wheel to see if it's still there. OTOH, if it did fall out, might install a new seal as well.

Finally, you're MUCH better off searching for this stuff at your dealer than asking for Internet advice.

[bmwmick]

Hi, I removed my rear wheel to get a new tire. Somewhere along the line, I misplaced a spacer that went between the Brake caliper mounting bracket casting, and the rear wheel bearing. I have tried desperately to find it, and have retraced my steps, etc.. 10 times. This part does not seem to show in the parts fiches, and the bike is disabled in my driveway until I can find it. If anyone knows what this part is described as, part #, has similar, or can steer me in right direction, it would vastly improve my outlook. My Cell# is 401 862-5026...Thanx, Gary

Gary,
Do you mean #9 here: http://tinyurl.com/j4woe