McDonald Posted December 31, 2022 Report Share Posted December 31, 2022 I'd like to replace the centre caps on my car. I'll need a suction tool too remove the old ones - can anyone tell me what it's called? Thanks 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davey P Posted December 31, 2022 Report Share Posted December 31, 2022 You don't need a suction tool to get the centre caps off. There are 2 holes in them, so you just need to hook a small Allen key into one or both, then simply pull 'em out 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul P Posted December 31, 2022 Report Share Posted December 31, 2022 It’s not a suction tool. The oem caps have two small holes in them (in the black bits) some 3rd party ones have two others have one. Porsche do a tool for centre cap removal. Basically a bent bit of wire with a plastic grip but most people just use a small Allan key in one of the holes. others have used ones from Audis which use a similar “hook” design. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iborguk Posted December 31, 2022 Report Share Posted December 31, 2022 (edited) Porsche Center Cap Removal Tool, part number 00072192291 (and about £30!) but wanted one , as I collect tools...a couple of £1 Allen keys would do the same job as said earlier in the thread... Edited December 31, 2022 by iborguk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Mac Posted December 31, 2022 Report Share Posted December 31, 2022 (edited) Or whip the wheel off and give it a whack (tap) from the inside … Edited December 31, 2022 by Andy Mac 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McDonald Posted December 31, 2022 Author Report Share Posted December 31, 2022 Now, anyone selling selling 3rd party centre caps at the moment? Mine are looking decidedly shabby & one crest has fallen off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
½cwt Posted December 31, 2022 Report Share Posted December 31, 2022 7 minutes ago, McDonald said: Now, anyone selling selling 3rd party centre caps at the moment? Mine are looking decidedly shabby & one crest has fallen off. @marts500 is your man for aftermarket wheel centres, send him a PM. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McDonald Posted December 31, 2022 Author Report Share Posted December 31, 2022 23 minutes ago, ½cwt said: @marts500 is your man for aftermarket wheel centres, send him a PM. @marts500 cannot receive messages. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menoporsche Posted December 31, 2022 Report Share Posted December 31, 2022 1 hour ago, McDonald said: I'd like to replace the centre caps on my car. I'll need a suction tool too remove the old ones - can anyone tell me what it's called? Thanks 1 hour ago, Davey P said: You don't need a suction tool to get the centre caps off. There are 2 holes in them, so you just need to hook a small Allen key into one or both, then simply pull 'em out When you need Davey P to give advice on car mechanics, the name of the tool is… 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul P Posted December 31, 2022 Report Share Posted December 31, 2022 1 hour ago, iborguk said: Porsche Center Cap Removal Tool, part number 00072192291 (and about £30!) but wanted one , as I collect tools...a couple of £1 Allen keys would do the same job as said earlier in the thread... Not only do you collect tools but you have been known to gift them as birthday presents. gift wrapped by local opc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philc Posted December 31, 2022 Report Share Posted December 31, 2022 I’ve bought from onbuy.com before as a punt but quality was brilliant. (for some reason my phone wont copy a link) Search for “Porsche 76 centres” and look for the cheap ones (mine were about £9) beware some are more expensive at £45. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philc Posted December 31, 2022 Report Share Posted December 31, 2022 (edited) https://www.onbuy.com/gb/porsche-wheel-centre-caps-76mm-grey~c10776~p42580047/ Try that link for a grey set. Silver and black also available. Edited December 31, 2022 by Philc 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davey P Posted January 1, 2023 Report Share Posted January 1, 2023 On 12/31/2022 at 6:31 PM, Menoporsche said: When you need Davey P to give advice on car mechanics, the name of the tool is… If anyone needs me to give advice on car mechanics, you are in deep trouble... But in this case, I actually knew the solution to a problem, so I'm chuffed to bits with that 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daboy3000 Posted January 4, 2023 Report Share Posted January 4, 2023 I used a metal coat hanger. 90 degree bend at both ends. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Hamilton Posted January 5, 2023 Report Share Posted January 5, 2023 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iborguk Posted January 5, 2023 Report Share Posted January 5, 2023 1 hour ago, Richard Hamilton said: A fine vintage 🤭 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menoporsche Posted January 5, 2023 Report Share Posted January 5, 2023 That's not the official tool, that's a third party tool. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boxob Posted January 5, 2023 Report Share Posted January 5, 2023 8 hours ago, Menoporsche said: That's not the official tool, that's a third party tool. Better? https://www.design911shop.com/p/porsche-wine-utensils---essential/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menoporsche Posted January 6, 2023 Report Share Posted January 6, 2023 That will be the fourth party tool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boxstercol Posted January 14, 2023 Report Share Posted January 14, 2023 I think the ‘tool’ that you’re referring to is a bulb removal tool, for spotlights, something like this: https://www.amazon.co.uk/wolfcraft-5499000-Suction-Halogen-Speedy/dp/B0027J282A/ref=sr_1_17?crid=3O702KNHXOVZI&keywords=bulb+removal+tool&qid=1673726401&sprefix=Bulb+remov%2Caps%2C96&sr=8-17 They work a treat & don’t end up damaging the centre caps by using Allen keys / wire / etc. Using anything like this results in damage to the centre cap holes, which lets in water & eventually results in ‘white worm’ on the Porsche crest on the centre cap. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATM Posted January 15, 2023 Report Share Posted January 15, 2023 On 12/31/2022 at 5:22 PM, Davey P said: You don't need a suction tool to get the centre caps off. There are 2 holes in them, so you just need to hook a small Allen key into one or both, then simply pull 'em out Davey nailed this. Simple enough with one Allen key. Some clowns have even produced YouTube videos about this. I'm quite surprised really that Davey has been so helpful. His posts are usually useless. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
½cwt Posted January 15, 2023 Report Share Posted January 15, 2023 14 hours ago, Boxstercol said: I think the ‘tool’ that you’re referring to is a bulb removal tool, for spotlights, something like this: https://www.amazon.co.uk/wolfcraft-5499000-Suction-Halogen-Speedy/dp/B0027J282A/ref=sr_1_17?crid=3O702KNHXOVZI&keywords=bulb+removal+tool&qid=1673726401&sprefix=Bulb+remov%2Caps%2C96&sr=8-17 They work a treat & don’t end up damaging the centre caps by using Allen keys / wire / etc. Using anything like this results in damage to the centre cap holes, which lets in water & eventually results in ‘white worm’ on the Porsche crest on the centre cap. Good luck in getting enough suction with those to pull out a centre cap. TBH if I want to remove a centre cap it is usually only after I've removed the wheel and then do it from inside the cap by tapping it out with the handle end of a screwdriver, or if stiff you can gently move the legs of the cap in to ease it out. If you want to straighten it to align with the valve, a pair of Allen leys is better as you then apply less turning force to each hole. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McDonald Posted January 15, 2023 Author Report Share Posted January 15, 2023 I think my naming of this thread has probably encouraged more response than it deserved. I'm better informed, certainly. Thanks all. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davey P Posted January 15, 2023 Report Share Posted January 15, 2023 2 hours ago, ATM said: I'm quite surprised really that Davey has been so helpful. His posts are usually useless. Er.... you're welcome mate... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATM Posted January 15, 2023 Report Share Posted January 15, 2023 44 minutes ago, Davey P said: Er.... you're welcome mate... Keep up the good work 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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