D.I.Y. - Lexus center wheel cap for G35 19' Rays
05-24-11, 03:11 PM
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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:
Lexus>Infiniti
Step 1:
Remove "L" emblem from the cap by using a small plier. There are 3 pins total per cap. No adhesives.
Be certain not to scratch the chrome as you do this..
Step 2:
Shave off Infiniti logo using Dremel or sandpaper.
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.
Step 5:
Cut them out individually.
Step 6:
Make small rectangular incisions where the pins are located.
Test fit. Perfect!
Step 7:
Take the template and center them onto the Infiniti caps. Tape them securely.
Use a small drill bit to make holes. (I could only find this blurry pic but you'll get the idea.
)
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!
Common sight../Before
A missing puzzle placed!/After
Close up. (Please don't mind the scratches on wheels.
)
Last step:
Step back and enjoy your hard work.
-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:
Lexus>Infiniti
Step 1:
Remove "L" emblem from the cap by using a small plier. There are 3 pins total per cap. No adhesives.
Be certain not to scratch the chrome as you do this..
Step 2:
Shave off Infiniti logo using Dremel or sandpaper.
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.
Step 5:
Cut them out individually.
Step 6:
Make small rectangular incisions where the pins are located.
Test fit. Perfect!
Step 7:
Take the template and center them onto the Infiniti caps. Tape them securely.
Use a small drill bit to make holes. (I could only find this blurry pic but you'll get the idea.
)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!Common sight../Before
A missing puzzle placed!/After
Close up. (Please don't mind the scratches on wheels.
)Last step:
Step back and enjoy your hard work.
