Does the Laramie 20' wheel chrome plastic wheel insert come off??

[mlogdog]

Anybody get these inserts out yet to see for sure whats holding them on??

 

[Nails]

Not that I’ve heard of

 

[Jonwiggle]

Has anyone else painted these rims? With or without the chrome piece on. Looking for ideas. I love the look of the rim, just not the chrome piece.

 

[Lumberjack627]

The chrome piece definitely comes off. I have to get something durable to put in between the chrome piece and rim and I’ll get it off with a small flat head.

 

[Nails]

^^^^interesting

 

[Mactara]

The chrome piece definitely comes off. I have to get something durable to put in between the chrome piece and rim and I’ll get it off with a small flat head.

Any update as to if this worked?

 

[Lumberjack627]

Any update as to if this worked?

No I have not had time to try it out

 

[Mactara]

I was able to pry the inserts off with a little heat from the back end and some plastic trim removal tools... do not use a screw driver as it will damage the inserts. Looks like they are siliconed in place.

I'm gonna be powdercoating them gloss black and painting or wrapping the inserts matte black. Will post a pic once done.

 

[bjarnold79]

I was wanting to do the same thing with mine and then I came across these on eBay (wanting way too much). It looks like they removed the inserts and painted/powder coated them and did not replace the inserts. I am waiting on a response as to how they got the inserts off.

 

[Grouper]

I was wanting to do the same thing with mine and then I came across these on eBay (wanting way too much). It looks like they removed the inserts and painted/powder coated them and did not replace the inserts. I am waiting on a response as to how they got the inserts off.

I think those could be factory finished wheels from one of the newer packages.

EDIT: On closer look, you're probably right. It does look like the inserts were removed.

The new Limited Black has this dark version of a wheel that already exists elsewhere in the lineup with a different finish.

 

[Mactara]

painted the inserts a colour matched matte black (paint code PM7). Will show all together once rims are finished being powder coated (gloss black)

 

[Mactara]

Final product... just need to mount the tires... thoughts?

 

[Grouper]

Final product... just need to mount the tires... thoughts?

Looks great! You reattached the inserts with silicone?

 

[Eltaco]

Final product... just need to mount the tires... thoughts?

Yep, if I had your skills, I would have kept the wheels. Those look fantastic, and will look great on the truck!

 

[Mactara]

Looks great! You reattached the inserts with silicone?

Still trying to figure it out... originally was gonna use a 3m adhesive, but not strong enough. Might use silicone or a P/L Premium product

 

[Grouper]

Still trying to figure it out... originally was gonna use a 3m adhesive, but not strong enough. Might use silicone or a P/L Premium product

Just my opinion but I wouldn't use construction adhesive for two reasons; It's way too permanent and any squeeze-out will look horrible.

Personally, I'd use clear or black 100% silicone. Apply it directly to the inserts and then place them on the wheel. If there is any squeeze-out, don't touch it until you spray the area completely with aerosol window cleaner and then wipe off the squeeze-out with your finger. It'll clean up perfectly.

 

[Mactara]

Just my opinion but I wouldn't use construction adhesive for two reasons; It's way too permanent and any squeeze-out will look horrible.

Personally, I'd use clear or black 100% silicone. Apply it directly to the inserts and then place them on the wheel. If there is any squeeze-out, don't touch it until you spray the area completely with aerosol window cleaner and then wipe off the squeeze-out with your finger. It'll clean up perfectly.

Been doing research and JB Weld has been recommended often as an alternative to silicone. Reading that an epoxy glue is better on something thats stronger for wheels/rims.

 

[Mother]

I would think a few pieces of 3m molding tape on each insert would do the job.

 

[Mactara]

Tried the 3m, but they still moved... ened up using silicone like it originally had...

 

[Grouper]

Tried the 3m, but they still moved... ened up using silicone like it originally had... View attachment 70931

Looks great. Clear or black silicone?