Originally Posted by
ksisler
Pilgrim ; Agree with other responders in recommending just getting a new wheel...and the price seems excellent. Rationale; Over the decades have often found that when one part takes a beating, the other parts become damaged or weakened, even if not visible to the naked eye.
Hope that helps
/K
I think it is more that with all the Chinese Imports, it is hard to rebuild the old wheel for anywhere near that price, and still charge for parts and labor.
Those of us who don't pay for labor (do it ourselves) would at least take the wheel apart. But, it does appear as if it will likely involve more than simply tightening it up.
But, one could be surprised. It may still be in good condition inside.
I've ridden without right rear dust caps in the past, as long as the freewheel more or less covers the axle. Yours seems to have a lot of empty space visible though.