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Installing "Push-On" Wheelskins with Center Clips


Wheelskins are engineered to precisely fit the specific geometry of each different wheel.

Newer models of Wheelskins have metal or plastic retainer clips that grab into the holes between the spokes, to hold your Wheelskins securely.

The clips vary in shape, number and position for each specific styled wheel.

Several of the clip variations are pictured below.

Some Wheelskins models may have foam around the outer edge, others do not.


Back side of Center-Clips Push-on Impostors showing clips
Back side of Center-Clips Push-on Impostors showing plastic clips
 Example: Plastic Clips from IMP-69Example: Plastic Clips from IMP-71Example: Plastic Clips from IMP-7938Example: Metal Clips from IMP-8293

These directions apply to Push-On Impostor Wheelskins whose back sides look like the above pictures, with plastic or steel clips arranged along the holes around the wheel.
Push-On Center Clip Models include Impostors numbered higher than 57x.
[If you have the IMP-306, please read these directions, plus the additional specific details on the IMP-306 Details & Order page]

Push-On Wheelskins use an easy and secure retention system.  When you pull your new Impostor hubcaps out of the box, you will see the series of plastic or steel clips around the holes between the spokes. These clips hold the Wheelskins to the styled wheel securely. Look on the back side of your Wheelskins and note where the clips are, whether they grab either side of the spokes, or the inside edge or the outside edge of the holes between the spokes.

Position the Wheelskin, aligning it with the wheel spokes, lugs, and valve stem. If you are right-handed, use your left hand to push firmly against the wheel on one side of center, then give a good whack with the heel of your right hand on the opposite side. Some models need a whack over each spoke, or hole between the spokes, depending where the clips are. The Wheelskin should snap into place so the foam perimeter tape is in contact all the way around.  You may use a rubber hammer, but it is usually not necessary.

Finally, Check to be sure it is firmly mounted, in full contact with the wheel all around its perimeter, and

You should not be able remove it with your bare hands. If so, they may not stay on.


Some models may have the gray foam around the perimeter, as seen in some pictures above. Its function is to eliminate vibration between the wheelskin and the wheel. Do not remove it!! If there are wheel weights, they will sink into the foam. If your model does not have the foam, it is designed to accommodate the wheel weights without it.

While you are installing your new Impostor Wheelskins, this is a good time to take a moment and check your tires for wear and proper inflation.  Avoid being stuck on the side of the road with a tire problem with a little preventive maintenance.  The link below provides good basic information that will help you do it right.  Goodyear Tire - Maintenance

Removing Push-on Wheelskins is the same as removing standard hubcaps and wheel covers. Use a medium to large flat-blade screwdriver, slide it under the edge of the Wheelskin, and lever gently.  Move to several different positions around the perimeter of the hubcap, levering some at each position until the hubcap begins to slide out toward you.  This action is similar to opening a can of paint.
There is no trick to this, just use common sense and do not force them. These plastic Wheelskins can take a fair amount of bending, but they can break if you push them too far.  Treat them the same as any push-on original equipment OEM hubcap.