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How to Change A Hubcap

Posted Apr-28-14 at 12:00 AM By Jackie
It may seem obvious, but there is more than one way to change a hubcap. This is due to manufacturers taking a different approach to the problem of protecting their wheels. Originally, hubcaps were meant as a protective cover for the hub. This is where the spokes attach to the circle in the center of the wheel. The hubcap kept out the water and dirt, keeping the hub in good shape. Over the years some versions expanded to include the entire wheel, becoming known as wheel covers. Whatever you call [...more]

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