Pv 444 hub caps

KEVFITZ · Sep 8th, 2023, 08:31

I have a 1958 PV444 with its original hubcaps and original "solid" steel wheels.

They could do with a re.chrome or possibly nickel plating.

I know Amazon hub caps don't fit are there any other period options please?

Brookhouse don't have any suitable options.

Derek UK · Sep 8th, 2023, 12:42

The early red centre Amazon caps should fit. Original PV caps are double layer. Stainless outside and steel inside. This makes them virtually impossible to refurbish as any knocks and scrapes can't be tapped out from the inside. The steel also rusts.
Unfortunately new red centre caps are nearly £150 each! Nordicar has them and I'd guess that VP does too.

KEVFITZ · Sep 8th, 2023, 19:34

Thanks Derek

Salop Farmer · Sep 9th, 2023, 13:29

I have a set of early 544 hub caps, which I am sure are the same as yours. I have not mastered the art of putting photos on this site but if you are interested in them PM me or let me know your mobile number, then I can WhatsApp photos to you. They are in good condition and come complete with outer beauty rings that fit inside wheel rims.

KEVFITZ · Sep 10th, 2023, 06:53

Thanks Salop Farmer..I am meeting someone today with some early parts ..if no good I will contact you.

aaa · Sep 22nd, 2023, 22:35

you will often be able to find parts for sale on Tradera.com it's a swedish version of e bay you will need an account there are two types of hubcaps for sale just now as i've had a look other parts are listed too

Sep 8th, 2023, 08:31	#1
KEVFITZ New Member Last Online: May 1st, 2024 08:23 Join Date: Aug 2023 Location: YORK	Pv 444 hub caps I have a 1958 PV444 with its original hubcaps and original "solid" steel wheels. They could do with a re.chrome or possibly nickel plating. I know Amazon hub caps don't fit are there any other period options please? Brookhouse don't have any suitable options.

Sep 22nd, 2023, 22:35	#6
aaa PV register keeper Last Online: Apr 11th, 2024 22:59 Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Peterborough	hubcaps you will often be able to find parts for sale on Tradera.com it's a swedish version of e bay you will need an account there are two types of hubcaps for sale just now as i've had a look other parts are listed too Last edited by aaa; Sep 22nd, 2023 at 22:38.

Sep 8th, 2023, 12:42	#2
Derek UK VOC Member Last Online: Yesterday 18:12 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Chatham	The early red centre Amazon caps should fit. Original PV caps are double layer. Stainless outside and steel inside. This makes them virtually impossible to refurbish as any knocks and scrapes can't be tapped out from the inside. The steel also rusts. Unfortunately new red centre caps are nearly £150 each! Nordicar has them and I'd guess that VP does too.

Sep 8th, 2023, 19:34	#3
KEVFITZ New Member Last Online: May 1st, 2024 08:23 Join Date: Aug 2023 Location: YORK	Thanks Derek

Sep 9th, 2023, 13:29	#4
Salop Farmer Member Last Online: May 19th, 2024 11:55 Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Oswestry	I have a set of early 544 hub caps, which I am sure are the same as yours. I have not mastered the art of putting photos on this site but if you are interested in them PM me or let me know your mobile number, then I can WhatsApp photos to you. They are in good condition and come complete with outer beauty rings that fit inside wheel rims.

Sep 10th, 2023, 06:53	#5
KEVFITZ New Member Last Online: May 1st, 2024 08:23 Join Date: Aug 2023 Location: YORK	Thanks Salop Farmer..I am meeting someone today with some early parts ..if no good I will contact you.

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