Removing wheel covers on standard wheels

[Dan S.]

I should probably be thanking my wife - she's the one who has to hold the camera and indulges me on this stuff

All (4) parts are spoken for - thanks for the interest!!!

Dan

 

[Fyr-FtrGT]

Hardly stupid, Dan. I think that's great. Super job!

Hi Dan,
That's a great tool you designed and I could use one. I have the BBS cast wheels on my Heritage and take my wheels off for cleaning often. I have been using a large pair of Channel Locks to remove the nut and they are leaving marks. Thanks, Gary Tryhorn

 

[ByeEnzo]

Actually, I was just getting ready to saw some blocks like your tool and then thought it would be a good project for the 3D printer... 9 hours of print time, ugh.

I printed off 5 parts and am keeping 1 for myself... if anyone wants one please PM me. The filament was already paid for from a previous project so there won't be any cost. **** Update - all the parts are now spoken for, hopefully get some feedback on them and then incorporate the improvements for another run ****

Here is a stupid little video from my youtube channel I shot showing (I hope) how to remove the cap and spinner.

Dan

I got mine today! Thanks, Dan!

 

[PeteK]

Dang. I guess I’ll have to make mine the old fashioned way.

 

[Dan S.]

Here is the final design/3D print of the tool... copies heading out tomorrow to the members that helped me refine it.

I have requested a quote from a local 3D printing company, if the cost comes back as reasonable, I will offer them for sale on this site (not sure if I have permission?) at cost plus shipping.

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Dan

 

[GT@50]

Here is the final design/3D print of the tool... copies heading out tomorrow to the members that helped me refine it.

I have requested a quote from a local 3D printing company, if the cost comes back as reasonable, I will offer them for sale on this site (not sure if I have permission?) at cost plus shipping.

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Dan

I'd be up for one
Rob

 

[jammer]

Here is the final design/3D print of the tool... copies heading out tomorrow to the members that helped me refine it.

I have requested a quote from a local 3D printing company, if the cost comes back as reasonable, I will offer them for sale on this site (not sure if I have permission?) at cost plus shipping.

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Dan

Excellent idea and design refinement in a good looking tool. I'd like one when available please --in Mk IV Red with White stripe Just kidding, I'll take any color.

 

[The Grey Ghost]

Been following this from the beginning, just a little slow to respond.
I fight these on a regular basis.
Would definitely be in for a set, just in case your gauging interest.

Jeff

 

[KJD]

Many many thanks to Dan S. for undertaking this project.

Dan sent me his original prototype and the new enhanced version of his tool.

I tested the tool yesterday and it works perfectly, making the sometimes difficult easy.

Dan's creativity and selflessness continue to make this board and members a great community.

 

[PL510*Jeff]

I'll continue to use the soft coated handles of my channel lock wrench. Has worked well for 15 years.

 

[ByeEnzo]

Many many thanks to Dan S. for undertaking this project.

Dan sent me his original prototype and the new enhanced version of his tool.

I tested the tool yesterday and it works perfectly, making the sometimes difficult easy.

Dan's creativity and selflessness continue to make this board and members a great community.

Agree 100%. I got the updated version today. Will try once my car comes back from Rich’s.

 

[SYCO GT]

Removed and cleaned my wheels to do the Ahlman Performance Coilover Suspension upgrade.

Found the removal also covered in the 2005-06 Factory Service Manual. Learned a new word, "escutcheon."

escutcheon​

noun​

es·cutch·eon i-ˈskə-chən

1
: a defined area on which armorial bearings are displayed and which usually consists of a shield

2
: a protective or ornamental plate or flange (as around a keyhole)



And added a couple still photos to show the parts.

Used my fingers to twist the covers off, would love to acquire a turning tool if they are available again. Dan?

 

[jammer]

Plumbing Escutcheons

 

[PL510*Jeff]

I use the soft coated handles of my channel locks to unscrew the black center piece. Great leverage and easy off.

 

[extrap]

This little ghetto assembly works good to loosen / tighten the black plastic threaded internal part, albeit temporary until I can make something permanent (unless I can get one of Dan's?): Three 1x2 pine scraps clamped together: