Model 3 Aero Wheel Cap Kit

[jayhawk3]

I got mine yesterday.

The center caps are tight in there. I have no idea how you can get them out to put the aeros on without removing the wheel.

I plan on drilling a small hole in it and using an allen wrench to grab it.

 

[MosquitoFloss]

I got mine yesterday.

The center caps are tight in there. I have no idea how you can get them out to put the aeros on without removing the wheel.

It comes with a tool.

I've also seen video of duct tape being used.

 

[rhaekar]

It comes with a tool.

I've also seen video of duct tape being used.

The tool is just for the lug nut covers. The center cap requires some force to get it off.

 

[Marsnaut]

I think I posted in this thread in the past, but you can use a suction cup to remove the center caps. I already had one but I bought a smaller one from Aliexpress for around $1 (took about a month to arrive).

 

[Daniellane]

Anyone have the link for the one from Amazon?

 

[Daniellane]

Anyone have the link for the one from Amazon?

Found the link in the Tesla Forum. Just placed order. Confirmed to work. Apparently any smaller & T logo prevents seal.
iFixit Heavy Duty Suction Cups https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PBZQDT6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_J5z0Ab75B95FQ

 

[lirandy]

Ordered 3/30... Arrived today.

Same here, not 8 weeks. Hopefully I will get my car soon

 

[alseTrick]

Found the link in the Tesla Forum. Just placed order. Confirmed to work. Apparently any smaller & T logo prevents seal.
iFixit Heavy Duty Suction Cups https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PBZQDT6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_J5z0Ab75B95FQ

Cheaper: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B015T58AUW/?tag=tmc064-20

 

[Daniellane]

Found the link in the Tesla Forum. Just placed order. Confirmed to work. Apparently any smaller & T logo prevents seal.
iFixit Heavy Duty Suction Cups https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PBZQDT6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_J5z0Ab75B95FQ

Just recievev these & put them to the test.
Watch the Video:

 

[Austindude]

I can't speak to using wads of duct tape or suction cups to remove the center caps but I can tell you what I have used successfully on my Model S caps. I set a small protruding blade on my box cutter knife and gently insert it in the edge of the caps and wiggle it. I also move around to a second spot on the edge of the cap once it starts to release. With this method the caps can easily be removed. If you do use this method be careful not to nick or otherwise damage the caps while removing them (or snap the blade).

 

[Daniellane]

I was wondering if the lug nut caps are compatible with the wheel lock kit. Has anyone tried this yet?

 

[drawfour]

I can't believe wheel locks are not included in the model, at least as part of the PUP.

 

[355rockit]

Unless you live or park in a sketchy area, I feel wheel locks are an unnecessary complexity. Less worry that shop or I will not lose the wheel lock key. I had shops forget to return the wheel lock key to the car.

 

[drawfour]

Unless you live or park in a sketchy area, I feel wheel locks are an unnecessary complexity. Less worry that shop or I will not lose the wheel lock key. I had shops forget to return the wheel lock key to the car.

I guess that's true. I just always assumed they were a natural add-on for any car that wasn't just the cheapest you can find. I won't be adding them on, since I don't feel I'll need them, but

 

[Boourns]

Finally installed.

Also got some garage decorations

 

[ebmcs03]

Wow! Why did you post those pictures!? Ugh! I submitted my order for Midnight Silver! Now I want Blue!!!!!

Someone please post better Midnight Silver pics than Boourns!

 

[insaneoctane]

Finally installed.
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Also got some garage decorations
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Beautiful photos. Making me feel more confident about my decision to run the de aero'd 18s!

 

[jtpassat]

Funny. I was thinking the same thing and I ordered MSM

Wow! Why did you post those pictures!? Ugh! I submitted my order for Midnight Silver! Now I want Blue!!!!!

Someone please post better Midnight Silver pics than Boourns!

 

[Daniellane]

Blue is gorgeous!

 

[DrLegoHair]

Wow! Why did you post those pictures!? Ugh! I submitted my order for Midnight Silver! Now I want Blue!!!!!

Someone please post better Midnight Silver pics than Boourns!

Your wish is my command