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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.  |
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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.
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