There is a "flat" spot on the wheel where the tool is inserted.
Gerry
Happy with my hub caps.
> -----Original Message-----
> From: John Bigler [SMTP:jbigler@sprintmail.com]
> Sent: Tuesday, August 17, 1999 9:44 AM
> To: jpavone@vanstar.com
> Cc: Morgans@autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: Hub Caps
>
> Hi John,
>
> One solution is to file off part of each mushroom stud that anchor the hub
> caps. John Griffith did that awhile back and told me he's pleased with
> the
> results... easy on and off. But, if you file too much, you could be
> looking
> in the weeds for missing hub caps.
>
> Another approach, not really a solution, is to carry a hammer and drive a
> small
> chisel or screwdriver behind the hub cap. There may be a small scar
> caused by
> the chisel but at least you'll be able to get the hub cap off in an
> emergency.
>
> John Bigler
>
> jpavone@vanstar.com wrote:
>
> > Having problems with the chrome hub caps on my 59 4/4. They are a real
> bear
> > to remove as it is nearly impossible to get a screwdriver between the
> hub
> > cap and the wheel. Doing so nearly always results in scratching the
> paint
> > off the wheel or the chrome off the hub cap. Any suggestions, other than
> > switching to wire wheels, would be appreciated.
> >
> > Regards,
> > John
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