When installing a new part I always like to search online for directions or “hacks” (what a terrible term). But this time, I found a lot of bad advice for installing floating BMW center wheel caps. So, let’s do it together with some pics.
What you’ll need to install floating BMW center wheel caps
Whether you’re replacing your current caps because they’ve worn, or you want to install the floating ones, it’s not hard.
But first, please know BMW changed the size on new models, so on my G80 M3 it needs the 112mm diameter, which is here.
Next, you’ll need double-sided 3M tape. Make sure it’s the wider kind, like this.
Know what you don’t need? A screw driver or blade to try and pry the old ones off. No reason to damage your wheel. You also don’t need to take the entire wheel off.
Finally, it’s best to do these on clean wheels, or at least clean center caps if you care about the old ones.
Without further ado…
How to install floating BMW center wheel caps
That’s all there is. Using a screw driver could cause damage, and you absolutely don’t need to take off the wheel. Another example of bringing out the details in my M3 build.
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