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How-To: Custom Flush-Mount TRD Center Caps

Discussion in 'Wheels & Tires' started by BeePee, May 17, 2013.

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I modified the procedure and got the same end result with a set of Mickey Thompson Classic locks.

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Does anyone know how I would go about doing this with XD Rockstars? Looking for some push through center caps that will fit them.

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Hi all I need help so I can custom my center cap wheels on my TOYOTA HILUX

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BeePee[OP] said: ↑

quick update on the durability... they have been installed for about 6 weeks now and have held up perfect! No signs of wear, or cracks, or fading. They still fit snug, no rattles or looseness. Alllll good.

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I would like my wheels to look as good as them

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Can anyone tell me if the TRD caps clear 4X hubs w/o wheel spacers?

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Can anyone tell me if the TRD caps clear 4X hubs w/o wheel spacers?
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with my setup, they do not. 4x hubs stick out past the face of the wheels.

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Sub'd ordered my caps yesterday.

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I like the gold wheels you found. Can you give me specs.

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I like the gold wheels you found. Can you give me specs.
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This is a 2 1/2 yo thread. The OP is still active, but if you PM him you might get a faster response. He may not be following this thread anymore.

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I like the gold wheels you found. Can you give me specs.
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It was listed fn wheels bfd

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Has anyone done this on a 3rd gen Tacoma? I have had Countersteers for a long time (had them on my old 2001 Tundra) and have never used center caps because the chrome coffee cans Konig sends with are absolutely horrid. I'm going to be using these wheels on my 2017 Tacoma and would love to do center caps like this.

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Thinking about trying this for some te37's I am going to get. They are flat black though so not sure how that would look. Maybe I can find some black trd center caps.

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There was interest in another thread about the custom centercaps I recently put together, so here is a quick "how-to" on my build process.

I liked the look of the TRD snap in center caps. Unfortunately they were too small for my wheels. A little trial-and-error, some cutting and epoxy, and I've got a nice push-through cap that sits perfectly flush with the face of my wheel. Here's a look at the finished product:

*Disclaimer! This is the process that worked for me, and my particular wheels. Being that wheels come in all different shapes, sizes, and center bores this might not work for you. If interested in attempting it, take some measurements beforehand. Also, being flushmount caps, they may not clear 4x4 hubs unless you are running spacers. That said, I encourage you to use this as a starting point and to modify the steps involved as needed. Though I can't guarantee your results haha...*

Anyways, lets get started!

Parts list:
- Center caps for your wheels
- TRD FJ SE wheel center caps (part# PTR18-35092)
- 5 Minute Epoxy
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$8 M-D Building Products 3525 M-D 0 V-Flex Weather-Strip with Adhesive Back, 17 Ft L X 7/8 in W, Polypropylene, White

MD V-flex Weatherstrip 1/16 x 3/8
- Dremel w/ cutoff wheel
- Masking tape
- Washable marker
- Razor blade
- Rattle can primer
- Rattle can clear coat/sealer

Most of the stuff I already had in the garage. TRD caps were about $50 shipped. Epoxy and weatherstripping were another $15 or so.

Step 1:

Put a piece of tape around your existing center cap so you can mark where you're going to cut. Push the cap through your wheel, while holding it in place use a WASHABLE marker (don't use permanent for obvious reasons) to make a line around the entire cap. After this I used a regular black pen to make the edge of the line more visible. I then used a razor blade to cut the tape along this line...

Step 2:

With a crisp tape line on all 4 caps, it's time to cut. Using a vice and some scrap wood to hold the cap secure, a Dremel with metal cut off wheel worked well to make the cuts. I had to rotate the caps in the vice 3-4 times to cut all the way around, but it was still a pretty quick task. After cutting they will have rough edges, use a file to smooth them out and level any high spots. Then comes a quick hit with the primer to cover up any bare metal.

Step 3:

With the old caps cut to size, it's time to make the TRD caps fit inside. I used the thin weatherstripping around the perimeter of the TRD caps to get a snug fit. The weatherstripping has an adhesive side, use this to secure it to the TRD cap, a rubber band helps temporary hold it in place while you work on the others. Carefully push the TRD cap into the cut cap from the back side, it should fit snug. Work it into place so all the edges line up flush. Now is a good time to test fit your caps into your wheel so you can make any adjustments before gluing.

Step 4:

Doing one cap at a time, mix your 5 minute epoxy and apply liberally across the inside of the assembled cap. Make sure you have all the seams, and all the contact points completely covered in epoxy. You really can't over do it in this step. The epoxy is basically what holds everything together, so just keep that in mind. Let it dry.

Step 5:

Once the epoxy on the back dries, flip it over. There is a small gap between the two caps on the front side. This needs to be sealed up. If you have a steady hand with the epoxy, use that. I used some superglue with a fine tip so I could be very precise. It worked well and, the gap seemed to suck the glue right in. *Note: The face of the TRD caps somewhat reacted with the fumes from the superglue, at least I'm guessing. They became a little cloudy, but it came right off with some rubbing compound.

Step 6:

After everything is dry go ahead and spray it with a few coats of clear/sealer. Just for some added protection and weatherproofing. After it dries, and you're happy with the results, you are done!

Here are some finished product pics:

Again, this is the process that worked for me. After looking for custom center caps I came up empty, so decided to take a chance at making my own. I'm happy how they turned out! Everything fits perfect, my only concern is durability. I'm not sure how well they will hold up to the elements, but that remains to be seen.

As for the specifics on my setup... The wheels are 18x9 FN Wheels BFDs, the black center caps are what they come with. I have a 4x4 but will be running wheel spacers so the flush-mount caps will clear just fine. Once I have my tires mounted I will update with final pictures of the caps/wheels installed on my truck.

Lastly, as stated above, this might not work for your particular setup and wheels, but I hope it will at least inspire you to try something similar!

I'll try to answer any questions the best I can.
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Thank you! I have these wheels and TRD caps and want to do what you did. Im waiting for FN wheels to email me back about caps. I bought my wheels used. Also waiting for PO to look for the caps.

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This thread is almost 12 years old now, but since it's active again I thought I should mention that we have a new version of the BFD available now (the 18x9" FN Wheels BFD flow formed). The new flow formed BFDs accept the TRD center cap without any modification at all. You simply snap the TRD cap into the wheel just as you would with our caps (see pictures below).

No cap:

FNW cap (similar to TRD cap):

Plain color matched cap:

We have a couple of brand new FN cap options as well (not shown above). I'll try to get some pictures of those caps, and I'll also try to get a picture with the TRD cap.

In 2020 Toyota discontinued the original TRD cap which was part # PTR18-35092, but they replaced it with a new part in 2023/24. The new part number from Toyota for the TRD cap is : PT280-35220-G0.

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TRD cap installed in 18x9" FN BFD flow formed matte bronze (cap snaps right into this wheel):

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JdMeF9SiR2 said: ↑

TRD cap installed in 18x9" FN BFD flow formed matte bronze (cap snaps right into this wheel):

Raised "Flow Formed" cap (new cap design):

Flat "flow formed" cap (new design):

Plain matte bronze cap:

Black/red FNW cap:

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After finding this thread, I've decided not to sell my TRD center caps and instead, I'll purchase the FNW center caps to modify. I'll reach out to y'all tomorrow. I spoke to Dustin a few weeks back and was still on the fence about the center caps.

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I modified the procedure and got the same end result with a set of Mickey Thompson Classic locks.

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10yrs and going strong...

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