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Old 08-22-2021, 10:12 AM
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Hi, What's the best way to remove Dog Dish caps ,besides carefully,without screwing them or the rim up? Thanks!!

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Old 08-22-2021, 10:35 AM
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I've used the old school wheel cover hammer with no issues.
The trick is to hold it with steady pressure to control it from slipping.
A tape-covered large flat screwdriver is another go-to way.
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I've also had good luck with panel/trim removal tools like this. As Jeff said, just apply steady pressure and use tape or a rag to protect painted surfaces as needed. Also, don't forget to place a towel on the ground, because the wheel cover will inevitably pop off and hit the ground causing scratches if you don't.


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I use a cap hammer just like the one Jeff posted. As Ze mentioned, I use a shop rag between the claw and the rim/cap to protest finishes.

Install it with your hands - hook the cover around 2 of the 3 knobs, then use your palms to force it over the third. Always remove the caps your self before taking it into a tire shop/service place. No guarantee they will be as careful as you will - and the caps will get out of round over time if they are mis-handled. (So I've been told.)

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I took an old screw driver heated it and bent it and put heat shrink over the end , that works on mine .

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They sell them with a rubber sleeve on the end, that’s what I used. I sold the too a while ago.

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whats the diameter of these caps im looking ro have a set of steelies made

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whats the diameter of these caps im looking ro have a set of steelies made
I just ordered mine from wheel vintinques,15-8's and 15-4's and they fit fine.

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Hi, What's the best way to remove Dog Dish caps ,besides carefully,without screwing them or the rim up? Thanks!!
I use a brake spoon.

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I just ordered mine from wheel vintinques,15-8's and 15-4's and they fit fine.
I got 15x7 wheel vintiques 37s and they do not clear my disk brake calipers.
This is on a ‘63 FS with Scarebird conversion.
Will probably go the custom made route at some point. ‘63 needs the clips for the dog dish caps so there are no aftermarket wheels available.

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Old 12-11-2021, 10:18 PM
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I got 15x7 wheel vintiques 37s and they do not clear my disk brake calipers.
This is on a ‘63 FS with Scarebird conversion.
Will probably go the custom made route at some point. ‘63 needs the clips for the dog dish caps so there are no aftermarket wheels available.
I think I got the 62 series

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These are the way to go: https://forgeline.com/wheel/oe1
Forged aluminum in any offset/rim width/dia you want. Unfortunately, they're a bit spendy at $7k for a set.


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Yeah, just a little bit spendy at $7k...

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I think I got the 62 series
Yep, that's what I have on mine. WV 62 Series 15x7" with 4.25" backspacing. Fit great over my CPP front disc brake conversion with D52 calipers and no problems in the rear with the Cadillac Eldo disc brake conversion.

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I just use a really big screwdriver along with a wadded up towel against the edge of the rim. The damage spot is usually on the outer perimeter and the towel takes care of that. As mentioned above, best to just use your hand to set the last rim nub into the cap.

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