Re: creeping hubcaps

Posted by Owen_Dyneto On 2017/3/11 14:03:02

While not a common problem, it's certainly a well-known and documented one. I haven't heard of it very often with Packard wheels, it's more often cited when radials replace bias ply tires on cars with less sturdy wheels, postwar Studebakers, Fords, and Chevrolets, seem more prone to it. The radial tires transfer considerably more force to the wheels and suspension that did the bias tires; generally that doesn't present any issues but if the tires were also oversize it could exacerbate any tendencies. Your wheelcover grippers could also be a bit fatigued to where they only show the problem now that somewhat more stress has introduced into the wheel.

Some folks have reported success with a bead of silicone caulk on the rim to better hold the grip teeth in position.