D.I.Y. - Lexus center wheel cap for G35 19' Rays
 

Things needed:

-4 Lexus center wheel caps from 2IS or any newer Lexus
-4 Infiniti center wheel caps from G35 or any newer Infiniti
-1 spray can primer
-1 spray can color of choice (read: OEM silver)
-1 spray can clear
-Body filler
-Sand paper
-Small plier
-Dremel (or lots of elbow grease)

Time frame:
4hrs - it depends on how many coats of paint applied as well as how skilled the person is.


A few pics to show sizes on the caps:

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b3...p/DSCN3896.jpg

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b3...p/DSCN3897.jpg

Lexus>Infiniti :p
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b3...p/DSCN3898.jpg

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b3...p/DSCN3895.jpg


Step 1:
Remove "L" emblem from the cap by using a small plier. There are 3 pins total per cap. No adhesives.
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b3...p/DSCN3901.jpg

Be certain not to scratch the chrome as you do this..
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b3...p/DSCN3902.jpg

Step 2:
Shave off Infiniti logo using Dremel or sandpaper.
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b3...p/DSCN3903.jpg

Step 3:
Level the surface by applying body filler/bondo and primer it. (I don't have good pictures for this step as my hands were dirty. I apologize.)

Step 4:
Take the Lexus caps and xerox the surface to create template.
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b3...p/DSCN3904.jpg

Step 5:
Cut them out individually.
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b3...p/DSCN3905.jpg

Step 6:
Make small rectangular incisions where the pins are located.
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b3...p/DSCN3906.jpg

Test fit. Perfect!
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b3...p/DSCN3907.jpg

Step 7:
Take the template and center them onto the Infiniti caps. Tape them securely.
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b3...p/DSCN4006.jpg

Use a small drill bit to make holes. (I could only find this blurry pic but you'll get the idea.:D)
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b3...p/DSCN4008.jpg

Step 8:
Color and clear the center cap using spray cans. (flame suit recommended for colors other than OEM silver. ;)) Once dry, place the Lexus emblem on. Secure them in the back using JB weld or equivalent. Install!

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b3...p/DSCN4010.jpg

Common sight../Before
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b3...p/DSCN4012.jpg

A missing puzzle placed!/After
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b3...p/DSCN4015.jpg

Close up. (Please don't mind the scratches on wheels. :()
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b3...p/DSCN4016.jpg

Last step:
Step back and enjoy your hard work.
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b3...p/DSCN4017.jpg

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b3...p/DSCN4018.jpg

Nice man, looks real good

looks real good :thumbup:

Super dope!!

nice work man, wana make a set for me? haha

Great little DIY, we need more of these on CL :thumbup::)

That looks excellent. Nice write up. :thumbup:

Thats alot of effort and looks very nice. I love it when a plan comes together. Beautiful mod.

Well done :thumbup:

Dude very nice :thumbup:

i want to do this so bad with my mkiv TT lug covers. i cant find any paint to match my polished wheels though. good job by the way.

wow im amazed. excellent job

I would if you're local. Btw, I'm in Hawaii.. :D

Thanks!

Very sexy :) Nice writeup, if I didn't already have L badges on my rims I'd be doing this.

WOW great work! I NEVER knew that the lexus emblems on the caps were a clip on... this then applies to just about any center cap for whatever wheel you would buy. NICE