Aerodynamic Hubcaps

Cheap! · 06-21-2006, 05:49 PM

When I ordered my caps from HubcapMike I used the phone and Mike answered. Wow. He took my order on a Monday and shipped them to me the same day. On Friday I got them and they looked great. Then I had a little problem with my order. I ordered four caps and three were a slight bit too small to cover my wheels. The fourth was just right. So I sent Mike and email and told him about this. He called me on the phone and explained that he gets that cap from two different suppliers. It was just a packing problem. He said he could charge my card for three more and credit it back when he gets the smaller three returned to him and he would take care of the shipping.

I think it is great that he called me right away to fix the problem. I wish he did not have to charge me for the other three but that would be quicker then waiting for me to send these back to him before he could send me new ones. I understand.

Service has been great so far. I'll let you know how it turns out. I would recommend him if you want those lightweight smooth caps.

Notes:
"Wheel covers:
Unfortunately, the coolest looking chrome spoked wheels are really bad aerodynamically. The best wheel cover is a very slightly convex, completely smooth cover that fits flush with the tire. "{Aerodynamic} disks" like the one pictured here from JC Whitney or something similar can be snapped onto most wheels for a quick aero fix."

http://www.recumbents.com/car_aerodynamics/

TheForce · 06-21-2006, 06:21 PM

Yeah Mike is a nice guy. He call me saying my card would not go through. I bought a bunch of stuff that day and my credit card company blocked my card.

but I guess thats a good thing. Anyway I called him back after talking to the CC company and I got everything worked out.

I emailed him a pic of my car and he liked it. I would buy from him again if I ever need hubcaps. I thought about getting those Smoothie Wheel Covers he has for that extra bit of bling. I think they would look pretty nice on my car and still provide the arrow dynamics. I just need to get an extra set of trim rings.

hyo silver · 06-21-2006, 06:41 PM

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http://www.recumbents.com/car_aerodynamics/
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Far out. Aerodynamic advice on cars from a bike guy. Warren Beauchamp has been involved with speed bikes for many years. If you're interested in 80 mph bicycles, search for "Battle Mountain" or 'speedbikes'

Cheap! · 06-29-2006, 12:05 PM

I've go them on. Thanks, "The Force."
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**TonyPSchaefer** · 06-29-2006, 01:27 PM

So you originally posted about the problem on June 21 and on June 29 it's all resolved and you have them mounted? That's a pretty fast resolution!

They look really good. I do like the look but I just can't bring myself to getting a set. I wonder if it would be possible to have them painted to match the car. What would that look like?

tnthub · 06-29-2006, 01:38 PM

They look great and it seems like you received great service as well.

TheForce · 06-29-2006, 01:41 PM

Those look GREAT! Kind of makes me want a silver Prius to go with my hubcaps.

B Rad · 06-29-2006, 01:57 PM

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I've go them on. Thanks, "The Force."
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I would be interested as to how much brake dust and crude gets behind the caps in say a normal day of driving. Does anyone think this would cause the brakes to heat up to much ???
I love the look and would like to go this route if there are no problems with it !!!!

TheForce · 06-29-2006, 02:07 PM

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I would be interested as to how much brake dust and crude gets behind the caps in say a normal day of driving. Does anyone think this would cause the brakes to heat up to much ???
I love the look and would like to go this route if there are no problems with it !!!!
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I take mine off once a month to wash the car and check air pressure. There is very little brake dust but I mostly try to use regen when braking. As for heat I did a little test and they don't get very hot when stopping from 60mph. About 115 degrees in the front and 110 in the rear. If your going down a long steep hill I would take them off.

B Rad · 06-29-2006, 02:13 PM

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. About 115 degrees in the front and 110 in the rear. If your going down a long steep hill I would take them off.
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Wonder how hot they get with out the caps with the same test ???

06-21-2006, 05:49 PM	#1
Cheap! Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 1,157 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 4	When I ordered my caps from HubcapMike I used the phone and Mike answered. Wow. He took my order on a Monday and shipped them to me the same day. On Friday I got them and they looked great. Then I had a little problem with my order. I ordered four caps and three were a slight bit too small to cover my wheels. The fourth was just right. So I sent Mike and email and told him about this. He called me on the phone and explained that he gets that cap from two different suppliers. It was just a packing problem. He said he could charge my card for three more and credit it back when he gets the smaller three returned to him and he would take care of the shipping. I think it is great that he called me right away to fix the problem. I wish he did not have to charge me for the other three but that would be quicker then waiting for me to send these back to him before he could send me new ones. I understand. Service has been great so far. I'll let you know how it turns out. I would recommend him if you want those lightweight smooth caps. Notes: "Wheel covers: Unfortunately, the coolest looking chrome spoked wheels are really bad aerodynamically. The best wheel cover is a very slightly convex, completely smooth cover that fits flush with the tire. "{Aerodynamic} disks" like the one pictured here from JC Whitney or something similar can be snapped onto most wheels for a quick aero fix." http://www.recumbents.com/car_aerodynamics/ __________________ * Classic Silver, Prius Plus Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle Conversion EV Button Free Reverse Beep Mod, Mirror Mod, Aerodynamic hubcaps, * Almost Free Anytime Reverse Video, Anytime Forward View Video, Fumoto F103N Oil Drain Valve, Almost Free Speed Wire Interrupt, Almost Free Navigation Override switch, Dual Microphone Mod In Dash DVD Theater, *V4 CAN-View </span> <span style="color:#FF0000">Mods wanted in the near future - Hydraulic Brake -Pressure Indicator -Hobbits Vacuum “Good vs. Bad” Driving Indicator

06-21-2006, 06:21 PM	#2
TheForce I Plug-In My Prius Join Date: May 2005 Location: Wheelersburg, Ohio Posts: 2,136 My Car: 2006 Prius Package: #7 Nominated 7 Times in 2 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 18	Yeah Mike is a nice guy. He call me saying my card would not go through. I bought a bunch of stuff that day and my credit card company blocked my card. but I guess thats a good thing. Anyway I called him back after talking to the CC company and I got everything worked out. I emailed him a pic of my car and he liked it. I would buy from him again if I ever need hubcaps. I thought about getting those Smoothie Wheel Covers he has for that extra bit of bling. I think they would look pretty nice on my car and still provide the arrow dynamics. I just need to get an extra set of trim rings. __________________ 2006 Prius Barcelona Red Package #7. Picked up 2006/01/02 *Hybridfest 2007 & 2008 Peoples Choice Award * For a list of my mods visit http://www.jaygroh.com

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06-29-2006, 12:05 PM	#4
Cheap! Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 1,157 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 4	I've go them on. Thanks, "The Force." [attachmentid=3975] [attachmentid=3976]

06-29-2006, 01:27 PM	#5
TonyPSchaefer Ruler of Omicron Persei 8 Join Date: May 2004 Location: Far-North Chicagoland Posts: 8,439 My Car: 2004 Prius Package: #9 Nominated 4 Times in 2 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 16	So you originally posted about the problem on June 21 and on June 29 it's all resolved and you have them mounted? That's a pretty fast resolution! They look really good. I do like the look but I just can't bring myself to getting a set. I wonder if it would be possible to have them painted to match the car. What would that look like?

06-29-2006, 01:38 PM	#6
tnthub Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 463 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	They look great and it seems like you received great service as well.

06-29-2006, 01:41 PM	#7
TheForce I Plug-In My Prius Join Date: May 2005 Location: Wheelersburg, Ohio Posts: 2,136 My Car: 2006 Prius Package: #7 Nominated 7 Times in 2 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 18	Those look GREAT! Kind of makes me want a silver Prius to go with my hubcaps.