Center cap removal & install, easy peasy

[bluescruiser]

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

 

[njdevils89]

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

so to clarify, did you not include the metal ring from the original OEM cap?

 

[planisher]

Where did you find the caps for sale? I have been looking but can’t find them (at a reasonable price).

 

[Noctilucent]

Tasteful mod. Thanks for sharing!

 

[ewarren423]

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

 

[bluescruiser]

so to clarify, did you not include the metal ring from the original OEM cap?

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

 

[bluescruiser]

Tasteful mod. Thanks for sharing!

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

 

[bluescruiser]

Where did you find the caps for sale? I have been looking but can’t find them (at a reasonable price).

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

Ebay

 

[reclinerhead]

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.

 

[bluescruiser]

I ordered mine from my local Toyota dealer.. they showed up in less than a week. Here's the part number: PT280-35221-5F

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

 

[neilwill]

I used a suction to pull mines out and the black/bronze ones popped right in on 20” stock wheels.

 

[reclinerhead]

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

Sorry, good point. PT280-35221-5F are the caps with the bronze lettering. They were ~ $25 each if I remember correctly.

 

[planisher]

Thanks for everyone’s help.

I was able to order them online from a local dealership for 22CAD each (free local pickup). They weren’t VIN locked (or at least I wasn’t asked) and they were available for pickup the next day.

 

[bluescruiser]

Thanks for everyone’s help.

I was able to order them online from a local dealership for 22CAD each (free local pickup). They weren’t VIN locked (or at least I wasn’t asked) and they were available for pickup the next day.

Good to hear! What province?

 

[planisher]

Good to hear! What province?

I got them in Ontario. I got the bronze ones. I think they look good with Trail Dust.

 

[bluescruiser]

That’s the color I’d go with for trail dust as well

 

[45.BWhite]

I absolute love how the silver looks on the first edition wheels. One of those little mods that most won’t notice, but brings me joy. I also like how they are more flat as stock ones bubble out more.

 

[njdevils89]

Did it today, very easy with a plastic trim tool removal. Thank you to all who gave tips!

 

[derek]

I used a suction to pull mines out and the black/bronze ones popped right in on 20” stock wheels.

do you have a link to the suction cup you used? the one I picked up from Harbor Freight was too small.

edit: i just ended up taking each wheel off to accomplish this.

 

[dog]

Is anyone running an All Black with the bronze center caps? Really tempted to grab those but would like to see how it looks.