Makita 318000-9 — original Makita front barrel / gearbox cover
Short description:
A genuine Makita front barrel / gearbox cover designed to replace the worn or damaged front housing on select Makita die grinders. This precision-moulded/machined barrel locates the spindle, bearings and coupling, restoring correct alignment and runout for smooth operation.
Key details
- Part name/function: front barrel / gear housing cover for the grinder’s nose section (holds spindle/bearings and coupling).
- Fits (examples): Makita M9100 and Makita GD0600 / GD0601 / BGD800 as shown in Makita parts diagrams.
- Material and fit: aluminium front housing consistent with Makita’s die-grinder construction; accepts the 6.35 mm collet/spindle arrangement common to these models.
- Fastening and interface: typically secured with four 4 mm tapping screws (lengths commonly 25–30 mm depending on model), and indexed to locate bearings (e.g., bearing positions shown adjacent to this part in the parts diagram).
Why this part:
If your grinder’s front housing is cracked, worn or causing excessive spindle runout, replacing it with the original Makita 318000-9 restores correct bearing alignment and collet fit so grinding accessories run true. Sold as the single replacement barrel/cover shown in Makita parts diagrams.
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