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Old Jun 25, 2023 | 12:03 PM
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Where can I buy self-leveling wheel caps for Bentayga?

I've looked and looked and even contacted dealers and no luck. Not sure why it's so difficult. Trying to find the self-leveling/floating wheel caps for my Bentayga with 20" wheels. Would be the 63mm ones. Only ones I can find online are bigger than that as I guess most Bentleys have wheels bigger than 20". Any help would be appreciated in tracking these down!
 

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What year is your Bentayga? I think it is one-size fits all for model years up to 2020 (except for the Speed). I am also looking to buy a set for my 2018 Bentayga from https://store.millermotorcars.com/products/bentley-self-leveling-wheel-badge?variant=32295396540476&currency=USD&utm_sour ce=google&utm_campaign=Pmax_EverythingElse&utm_sou rce=Google_Ads&utm_medium=&gclid=Cj0KCQjw7uSkBhDGA RIsAMCZNJt9X-2bNlCqZNULiRAtuIE8BKS_IeEk8ZjnO65Tno3_d2S2QPh5Hoka AuvcEALw_wcB]Miller. There is also a listing on eBay https://www.ebay.com/itm/264722796271]here.
 

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You might want to check Miller’s Bentley boutique.
 
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Thanks guys. Found them on eBay! Anyone know how to install? Do the wheels have to be removed in order to pop out the current ones or is there some way to yank the current ones out of there without removing each wheel? https://www.ebay.com/itm/185608194340
 

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I saw a YouTube video where the guy was able to remove it with just duct tape. Pressed it on firmly and gave it a yank.
 
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I haven't had much time for my Bentley yet this summer, but I hope the time is coming soon. I have an extra set of chrome floating wheel caps for my 20" wheels. They were presented as a Mulliner special edition gift package, which I purchased from a well-known Bentley & Rolls Royce collector on eBay.

If you want dimensions, pictures/video, please let me know in this thread.

They are awesome! In my eyes it is the cherry on top of the ice cream. Aside from my Tesla screen, it is really the thing people comment most about on my car.

You do not need to remove the wheels in order to pop them out, but they do need to be popped out. I would recommend using a plastic wedge to gently give the center caps a little force towards the outside. They are not not fastened very hard, nor do they have to be. Let me know if you would like a video.
 
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I saw a YouTube video where the guy was able to remove it with just duct tape. Pressed it on firmly and gave it a yank.
You got me thinking. I found these mini suction cups on Amazon. They worked *perfectly*. Pulled them right out in a second. Popped the new floating caps in I bought from England on eBay and it's all set.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BF59R8NP/
 

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Originally Posted by xclens
I haven't had much time for my Bentley yet this summer, but I hope the time is coming soon. I have an extra set of chrome floating wheel caps for my 20" wheels. They were presented as a Mulliner special edition gift package, which I purchased from a well-known Bentley & Rolls Royce collector on eBay.

If you want dimensions, pictures/video, please let me know in this thread.

They are awesome! In my eyes it is the cherry on top of the ice cream. Aside from my Tesla screen, it is really the thing people comment most about on my car.

You do not need to remove the wheels in order to pop them out, but they do need to be popped out. I would recommend using a plastic wedge to gently give the center caps a little force towards the outside. They are not not fastened very hard, nor do they have to be. Let me know if you would like a video.
Totally agree, it's the cherry on top. I'm OCD and always bothered me that the B in the center cap wasn't always upright. Now it's sorted!
 
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Have you installed it?
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Check out this DIY conversion kit:
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/gadget/bentley-floating-hub-cap-conversion-kit
 

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Old Sep 18, 2023 | 12:49 PM
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That's awesome, Bruce; I love a good "hack" like that. I have yet to get into 3D-printing, but is it something you have tried for your new Bentleys? If so, please keep us posted on the progress!

(Considering what I paid for my original Mulliner self-leveling Bentley caps on eBay, I'm guessing someone with 3D-experience could make a fairly good profit selling something like that..)
 
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I haven't tried it as I don't do 3D printing but thought someone here might be up to the task. The savings vs. OEM would more than pay for the printer!
 
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great finding @BruceR

wondering how reliable it is - when new probably working smoothly but what when the dirt gets in

there is no bearings or smth so have douubts

anyway - if this is cheap then it is ok to try

btw - the ballast is metal?

 
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Originally Posted by BruceR
I haven't tried it as I don't do 3D printing but thought someone here might be up to the task. The savings vs. OEM would more than pay for the printer!
My cousin is a tech nerd who 3D-prints; I will send the link to him and see what he thinks about it. I'd be happy to try out prototypes on my Bentley and would be able to compare it to the original Mulliner caps.

I just checked my eBay history, and I paid 135 pounds for my 4 floating caps from a private seller in England. Including shipping to Sweden. I wonder what the market value would be for 3D-printed caps, including the bearings and such?
 
Old Sep 19, 2023 | 04:29 AM
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Here is one listing for 230 pounds, or best offer:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/314838365029
 

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