Are spinner hubcaps illegal?
Top trim models sometimes included spinner wheel covers as standard equipment to appeal to youthful customers. In the late 1960s, U.S. Federal safety standards banned the use of protruding bar spinners on automobiles.
Do hubcaps come in different sizes?
On every tire there is a series of letters and numbers (which define the exact size and type of tire that you have) that ends with an R and then a number like 14, 15, or 16 etc. Whatever the number is following the R; that is your hubcap or trim ring size!
How do I know what size my hubcaps are?
To determine your hubcap or wheel size, start by finding a series of 9 letters and numbers on the side of your tire that begins with the letter “P”. At the end of this series, you will see the letter “R” followed by 2 numbers. These last two numbers are your hubcap or wheel size.
Are spinners legal?
A steering wheel knob spinner is illegal in most states except in the case of handicap drivers. Steering wheel knob spinners are often legal for commercial vehicles such as semi trucks or dump trucks.
How wide of a wheel can I put on my car?
As a general rule of thumb, it’s safe to fit a tire up to 20 millimeters wider than stock on the original rim. The actual width of the tire will vary depending on the width of the rim: The tire will expand 5 millimeters for every half inch (12.5 millimeters) increase in rim width.
How do you find out what size wheel trims you need?
Wheel trims are are usually measured in inches and refer to the diameter of your car’s wheels (13/14/15/16 and 17 inch). To find the size of the wheel trims you require, look on the sidewall of your tyre and you will see a series of numbers. The number following the letter R is your wheel size in inches.
Why do hubcaps fall off?
Here are three common reasons hubcaps fall off: You hit a pothole or curb – longer and deeper potholes do the most damage, particularly if you are driving fast when you hit and exit them. A poorly fit hubcap, such as an inexpensive one that was not designed for your car, can also loosen and fall off.
Will hubcaps for 17 inch rims fit my steel wheels?
Our Universal Hubcaps For 17 Inch Rims will fit most standard stock steel wheels; however, these will not fit styled steel wheels and often will not fit aftermarket steel wheels. We offer a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee on all Hubcaps For 17 Inch Rims orders.
Why choose Speedway Motors hubcaps?
If you’re ready to cover up those plain steel wheels, Speedway Motors has the set of hubcaps guaranteed to impress. Few things can turn around your cars appearance quicker than it’s wheels. From classic moon hub caps to deluxe tri-bar spinners, we’ve got the hub caps you need to finish off your ride.
What kind of guarantee do you offer for 17 inch wheels?
We offer a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee on all Hubcaps For 17 Inch Rims orders. We also offer FREE SHIPPING on all hubcap/wheelcover orders shipped within the contiguous U.S. You may order your wheelcovers securely online or call us Toll Free, (877) 482-4283 to place an order.