Centre Caps B5.5

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Blue Velvet
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Passat model: B5.5 Estate

Centre Caps B5.5

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Hi everybody, first post wasn't sure where to stick it! :shock: (calm down) As you can see I like a lot of people have scabby caps, it's not as prevalent as swine flu and there's no helpline so perhaps this may help or inspire.
This is a little guide on how I tidied up my centre caps on the alloys on my B5.5. it may also be relevant on other models but check you sizes they may not be all the same!
I thought the price of complete caps was a little steep so after a bit of measuring I decided to purchase some 60mm very high quality stickers. I went for a blue background a.) for a change and b.) 'cause me cars blue!
Firstly I had to remove the original centre from the plastic which was fairly easy with a small screwdriver and a little digging around the tab area where you flick the whole cap off the wheel. The oxidisation is caused by the backing being a thin disc of aluminium.
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Once you have removed all the old discs from the plastic holder you will need to sand/file/dremel the glue off. I used a sharp penknife and some 100 grade abrasive paper if you are not confident in this get an adult to help you :roll: Once these are all cleaned up remove any excess dust with a wet wipe or washing, but ensure they are thoroughly dry before starting the next step.

As I had new centres made from a soft silicone type plastic the next stage was easy un-peel the new cap and place on the centre mount now all you need is a small modelling knife or similar to trim around the squared off area.
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When you've done all four all that's left to do is put them back on stand back and admire :grin: them.
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The stickers I ordered were from a well known auction site where there is the blue with brushed alloy as pictured, white on blue and the original black and white. Go on you know you want to :lol:
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