Wheel Center Cap From Fence Post Cap
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Wheel Center Cap From Fence Post Cap
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Bought these wheels a couple years ago and they didn't come with center caps and I didnt really want to pay the $40 to $60 for a set of these..... so no caps. Last summer I was setting outside on the porch and the two items came together and now have 4 center caps for about $10 and about 1/2 hr of work.
(Note: this most likely will not fit or work on just any wheel, not responsable for any injury or damage)
(Note: this most likely will not fit or work on just any wheel, not responsable for any injury or damage)
Measure for Fit
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Measure wheel cap opening and fence post diamenter.
(Note: for options - big box stores do carry a couple of different sizes.)
(Note: for options - big box stores do carry a couple of different sizes.)
Tools Required
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No reason to fetch tools until you know caps will fit.
(Note: Safety first, Please wear all (PPE) Personal Protective Equipment and beware of the dangers of your equipment before use.
Tools Required:
1. Calipers or measuring tool
2. Bench Grinder or sander (file would work also)
3. Soft blow hammer
4. Caulking gun - Silicone (backup plan for loose fit)
5. Sand paper
(Note: Safety first, Please wear all (PPE) Personal Protective Equipment and beware of the dangers of your equipment before use.
Tools Required:
1. Calipers or measuring tool
2. Bench Grinder or sander (file would work also)
3. Soft blow hammer
4. Caulking gun - Silicone (backup plan for loose fit)
5. Sand paper
Grind Cap Edge
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Grind fence cap edge if needed - test fit - grind - test fit until fit is snug.
(Note: Cap could get hot from friction)
(Note: Cap could get hot from friction)
Sand or Sandblast and Paint Cap
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Sand, sandblast and paint if wanted before installing into wheel
Finish Project
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Using soft blow hammer tap cap into wheel opening. Can use silicone if you are worried about cap flying out or if cap is loose (your backup plan).
(Note: Currently refinishing wheels so not painting until I paint wheels)
Hope yo enjoyed, thanks for looking
Good Day!
(Note: Currently refinishing wheels so not painting until I paint wheels)
Hope yo enjoyed, thanks for looking
Good Day!