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Is it possible to change the hub caps (rim caps) without having to remove the rims/wheels? This is certainly a question that doesn't necessarily come up very often. However, it is not entirely unjustified. For example, if you are a BMW driver, and possibly the existing hub caps of the wheels against the fixed variant want to switch from BMW accessories. And this tuning option does not only exist with the brand BMW, but also at the BMW subsidiary Rolls-Royce and also Volkswagen has the option in the range. Various third-party providers also have corresponding, universal accessories available for other vehicle manufacturers. But what if you want to block the hub caps? Do you really have to remove the wheel, remove the cover from behind through the rim and do that four times? Nein! There is a trick (see video below).
Changing hub caps without dismantling the rims
Hard to believe, but if you just do it with a small suction cup tried, then the lid can be pulled out without any problems in most cases. At least when the lid's surface is smooth. And you might already have such a suction cup in your vehicle. Roughly in the form of a Bike Phone Mount or a holder from the mobile navigation device. Also, the suction cup can be used by a household tool such as a cleaning brush function. It may even be possible with an old children's toothbrush. These also often have a small suction cup at the end so that you can “set them up” on the sink.
Duct tape can work too!
Alternatively, you can do it with Tape to attempt. Either double-sided tape or folded tape Panzertape. Our short video shows you exactly how this works. And one last option is hot glue from a Hot glue gun. Simply stick a screw with the screw head onto the hub cap, let it cool down and pull the cap out with a jerk. Once the adhesive has cooled down completely, it can usually be removed from the hub cap completely without leaving any residue. In any case, these methods are worth a first try before you start the cumbersome disassembly from the bike. Waive by the way, you should look for sharp objects and try to pry out the hub cap somehow. This only leaves unsightly scratches on the rim and also scratches the old hub caps. Not to mention the risk of injury.
The following note is essential: For safety reasons, tuningblog recommends all repair, inspection and maintenance work exclusively to be carried out in a specialist workshop! Although our information is summarized to the best of our knowledge and belief, we cannot assume any liability for the content. All information is therefore "without guarantee".
Of course, that wasn't the end of it!
In this tuningblog category there are guides and instructions for common defects/repairs on the vehicle and for installing accessories/tuning parts. Our articles explain in a simple way common defects and the corresponding repairs and they also explain how the first signs of a defect become noticeable. In most cases, we also have initial clues to the repair instructions in our repair instructions approximate costs listed. The goal of ourAuto Repair Guide“ is to create a head start in knowledge for the next visit to the workshop with initial tips. This may save you from tedious troubleshooting and you may even be able to do small things yourself. The same applies, of course, to the installation of accessories/tuning parts. Here, too, we would like to help with the implementation with instructions and tips. There are many other posts on this as well. Below is an excerpt of the last and HERE there are all previous instructions.
