D.I.Y. - Lexus center wheel cap for G35 19' Rays
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Things needed:
-4 Lexus center wheel caps from 2IS or any newer Lexus
-4 Infiniti center wheel caps from G35 or any newer Infiniti
-1 spray can primer
-1 spray can color of choice (read: OEM silver)
-1 spray can clear
-Body filler
-Sand paper
-Small plier
-Dremel (or lots of elbow grease)
Time frame:
4hrs - it depends on how many coats of paint applied as well as how skilled the person is.
A few pics to show sizes on the caps:
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN3896.jpg)
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN3897.jpg)
Lexus>Infiniti![Stick Out Tongue](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/tongue.gif)
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN3898.jpg)
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN3895.jpg)
Step 1:
Remove "L" emblem from the cap by using a small plier. There are 3 pins total per cap. No adhesives.
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN3901.jpg)
Be certain not to scratch the chrome as you do this..
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN3902.jpg)
Step 2:
Shave off Infiniti logo using Dremel or sandpaper.
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN3903.jpg)
Step 3:
Level the surface by applying body filler/bondo and primer it. (I don't have good pictures for this step as my hands were dirty. I apologize.)
Step 4:
Take the Lexus caps and xerox the surface to create template.
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN3904.jpg)
Step 5:
Cut them out individually.
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN3905.jpg)
Step 6:
Make small rectangular incisions where the pins are located.
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN3906.jpg)
Test fit. Perfect!
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN3907.jpg)
Step 7:
Take the template and center them onto the Infiniti caps. Tape them securely.
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN4006.jpg)
Use a small drill bit to make holes. (I could only find this blurry pic but you'll get the idea.
)
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN4008.jpg)
Step 8:
Color and clear the center cap using spray cans. (flame suit recommended for colors other than OEM silver.
) Once dry, place the Lexus emblem on. Secure them in the back using JB weld or equivalent. Install!
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN4010.jpg)
Common sight../Before
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN4012.jpg)
A missing puzzle placed!/After
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN4015.jpg)
Close up. (Please don't mind the scratches on wheels.
)
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN4016.jpg)
Last step:
Step back and enjoy your hard work.
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN4017.jpg)
-4 Lexus center wheel caps from 2IS or any newer Lexus
-4 Infiniti center wheel caps from G35 or any newer Infiniti
-1 spray can primer
-1 spray can color of choice (read: OEM silver)
-1 spray can clear
-Body filler
-Sand paper
-Small plier
-Dremel (or lots of elbow grease)
Time frame:
4hrs - it depends on how many coats of paint applied as well as how skilled the person is.
A few pics to show sizes on the caps:
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN3896.jpg)
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN3897.jpg)
Lexus>Infiniti
![Stick Out Tongue](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/tongue.gif)
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN3898.jpg)
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN3895.jpg)
Step 1:
Remove "L" emblem from the cap by using a small plier. There are 3 pins total per cap. No adhesives.
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN3901.jpg)
Be certain not to scratch the chrome as you do this..
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN3902.jpg)
Step 2:
Shave off Infiniti logo using Dremel or sandpaper.
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN3903.jpg)
Step 3:
Level the surface by applying body filler/bondo and primer it. (I don't have good pictures for this step as my hands were dirty. I apologize.)
Step 4:
Take the Lexus caps and xerox the surface to create template.
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN3904.jpg)
Step 5:
Cut them out individually.
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN3905.jpg)
Step 6:
Make small rectangular incisions where the pins are located.
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN3906.jpg)
Test fit. Perfect!
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN3907.jpg)
Step 7:
Take the template and center them onto the Infiniti caps. Tape them securely.
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN4006.jpg)
Use a small drill bit to make holes. (I could only find this blurry pic but you'll get the idea.
![Big Grin](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/biggrin.gif)
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN4008.jpg)
Step 8:
Color and clear the center cap using spray cans. (flame suit recommended for colors other than OEM silver.
![Wink](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/wink.gif)
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN4010.jpg)
Common sight../Before
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN4012.jpg)
A missing puzzle placed!/After
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN4015.jpg)
Close up. (Please don't mind the scratches on wheels.
![Frown](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/frown.gif)
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN4016.jpg)
Last step:
Step back and enjoy your hard work.
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN4017.jpg)
![](http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b302/driftermomo/Lexus%20wheel%20center%20cap/DSCN4018.jpg)