greybeard	'39 Packard Six - Is there a damage-free wheel cover removal technique?	#1
Quite a regular Joined: 6/25 18:07 Last Login : 11/9 14:49 From in the boonies Group: Registered Users Posts: 40	3 piece wheel cover; outer beauty ring, and what appears to be two covers that fit on top of one another. The metal does not strike me as being able to withstand being pried-on with flat blade or tire iron-type tools. Is there a gentler method to remove the inner/top component without denting or scratching the surface? Posted on: 7/29 17:54

Bob J	Re: '39 Packard Six - Is there a damage-free wheel cover removal technique?	#2
Home away from home Joined: 2021/10/10 7:16 Last Login : 2024/12/17 8:20 From Ontario Group: Registered Users Posts: 598	Search 'Hub Cap Popper' to view my homemade tool and Big Kev's reply with an actual Packard tool. Bob J. Posted on: 7/29 20:53

pack36997	Re: '39 Packard Six - Is there a damage-free wheel cover removal technique?	#3
Not too shy to talk Joined: 2020/7/6 9:20 Last Login : 11/23 9:36 From North of Token Creek Wisconsin Group: Registered Users Posts: 23	I've never seen those on a Packard six. First, gently remove the hubcap by working a small screwdriver or putty knife around the edge. A cloth placed at the fulcrum would be wise. Once the hubcap is removed, you can easily remove the thin 'donut' without damage. Posted on: 7/30 7:43

bkazmer	Re: '39 Packard Six - Is there a damage-free wheel cover removal technique?	#4
Home away from home Joined: 2008/10/10 9:29 Last Login : Yesterday 20:01 From Ithaca, NY usa Group: Registered Users Posts: 1457	[quote] pack36997 wrote: I've never seen those on a Packard six. Not usual, but they were an offered accessory. I’ve seen inner trim rings on cars priced below a Packard six. Posted on: 7/30 11:29

greybeard	Re: '39 Packard Six - Is there a damage-free wheel cover removal technique?	#5
Quite a regular Joined: 6/25 18:07 Last Login : 11/9 14:49 From in the boonies Group: Registered Users Posts: 40	Thanks to all who replied. I remembered my set of auto interior panel removal tools (plastic) that I used when I replaced the door cards on my '76 F-250. Works great on wheel covers, too. Easy-peasy. Posted on: 7/30 17:50

West Peterson	Re: '39 Packard Six - Is there a damage-free wheel cover removal technique?	#6
Home away from home Joined: 2007/11/16 13:51 Last Login : 2024/12/18 15:38 From Dayton Group: Registered Users Posts: 2574	I use a paint can opener. Works perfectly. Posted on: 7/31 10:07
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CartRich	Re: '39 Packard Six - Is there a damage-free wheel cover removal technique?	#7
Home away from home Joined: 2019/7/23 7:18 Last Login : Today 4:16 From Sarasota, Florida Group: Registered Users Posts: 173	I have an old screwdriver that I have dipped in several coats of Plasti Dip. It works well and can be redipped if the coating starts to come off the screwdriver. Posted on: 8/1 6:52
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Marty or Marston	Re: '39 Packard Six - Is there a damage-free wheel cover removal technique?	#8
Home away from home Joined: 2008/10/28 8:22 Last Login : Today 4:45 From Simi Valley, CA Group: Registered Users Posts: 961	Greybeard - I'm in agreement - The plastic tools (web search "auto interior panel tools") used to remove door panels in cars that should work great. Posted on: 8/10 15:52
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