Used a trim removal tool to pop cap off, and the new one just snaps right in. The diameter of the metal ring inside the original cap is a little smaller than the replacement cap, so it can’t be effectively reused
Center cap removal & install, easy peasy
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so to clarify, did you not include the metal ring from the original OEM cap?
Where did you find the caps for sale? I have been looking but can’t find them (at a reasonable price).
Tasteful mod. Thanks for sharing!
I just popped the new ones in....they didn't have a retaining ring and I didn't try to use the one from the old caps,
I called the dealer and they said no ring was needed
I called the dealer and they said no ring was needed
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Correct. The diameter of the metal keeper ring is about 1/16” smaller than the inner of the new caps; it doesn’t snap tightly in place like it does on the original. That said, the new caps fit very securely with an audible, reassuring ‘snap’ sound when it seats
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When I saw members here that had done it, I knew I had to do it as well. It’s my favorite mod that no one will ever notice
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I found it, but not at a reasonable price from a US seller on eBay. Looks like a dealer’s account and it appears out of stock at the moment, but I’m sure there’s still lots around.
I had read here some dealers in Canada have this part VIN locked, so that’s why I went eBay
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I ordered mine from my local Toyota dealer.. they showed up in less than a week. Here's the part number: PT280-35221-5F
Edited to add: this is the part number for the caps with the bronze lettering.
Edited to add: this is the part number for the caps with the bronze lettering.
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Are those the ones with the bronze lettering and trim for the Tacoma Trail Hunter? I think it’s an important distinction to make as some people will prefer one color over the other
Mine are just black with silver lettering (part: PT998-35221-3S) and I believe are for the 1794 Tundra
I used a suction to pull mines out and the black/bronze ones popped right in on 20” stock wheels.
Sorry, good point. PT280-35221-5F are the caps with the bronze lettering. They were ~ $25 each if I remember correctly.
