Plastic Wheel Trim

[stumgev56]

So having the new Mg Zs ev Trophy model, the plastic wheel trims are quite fiddly to get off if you need to change a wheel for puncture’s etc.
Being in the cold weather, the plastic to me feels like it would break if to much pressure is given.
As anyone tried taking them off yet.

 

[thingaby]

I have taken two of them off. No tools required. They 'plug' into the wheels at 4 points rather than having a wire round the rim like you find on generic trims. I was initially worried about breaking them but I eased the trim off in the time honoured working on opposite sides like tightening the wheel nuts. The trims proved to be robust and flexible enough.
For tyre inflation purposes I bought some valve extensions but I was warned about them corroding in place so I now use just one on my inflator.

 

[Deleted member 7171]

I would be interested to see what the wheel looks like trimless and also trim when off. Could someone post a pic please?

 

[drmcw]

Youtube has videos of cars just being delivered that can give you an idea.

 

[stumgev56]

I have taken two of them off. No tools required. They 'plug' into the wheels at 4 points rather than having a wire round the rim like you find on generic trims. I was initially worried about breaking them but I eased the trim off in the time honoured working on opposite sides like tightening the wheel nuts. The trims proved to be robust and flexible enough.
For tyre inflation purposes I bought some valve extensions but I was warned about them corroding in place so I now use just one on my inflator.

Thank you for your reply to my question, I have just purchased a spare space saver wheel just in case of punctures in the future on the roadside.

 

[Deleted member 7171]

Youtube has videos of cars just being delivered that can give you an idea.

Nice one thanks. They don't look dissimilar to the alloys on my old Pug 207, basic but not outrageously bad. I'll keep the covers on though, better to kerb them than an alloy

 

[dqtvsound]

Thank you for your reply to my question, I have just purchased a spare space saver wheel just in case of punctures in the future on the roadside.

Hi,

Where did you get the spacesaver from, and how much did it cost, if you don't mind me asking?

dq

 

[Deleted member 7171]

Thank you for your reply to my question, I have just purchased a spare space saver wheel just in case of punctures in the future on the roadside.

I'd prefer a spare to a repair kit.
If you don't mind me asking .... What was the cost and where from? Thanks.

 

[drmcw]

£277 on the MG web site.

Probably best to check with your dealer though.

 

[Deleted member 7171]

£277 on the MG web site.

mmmm. That's seems a bit pricy.

 

[thingaby]

mmmm. That's seems a bit pricy.

I have a space saver. It's from a Golf Mk6 and it's a good fit. It was bought from a dealer on ebay and is mint. Cost £27 including delivery.

 

[mel]

So having the new Mg Zs ev Trophy model, the plastic wheel trims are quite fiddly to get off if you need to change a wheel for puncture’s etc.
Being in the cold weather, the plastic to me feels like it would break if to much pressure is given.
As anyone tried taking them off yet.

Yes I tried and broke 2. £56 each to replace. Be careful

 

[nwarddrfc]

56 ouch was going to get a spare set Incase I damaged them I don't think I'll bother

 

[mel]

Yep. Be careful removing them

 

[mel]

Yep. Be careful removing them

Also I had to take of. To get some locking wheel nuts which don’t come as standard

 

[nwarddrfc]

Do mg do genuine locking bolts or is it an aftermarket kit

 

[mel]

Do mg do genuine locking bolts or is it an aftermarket kit

Yes they do for £69 pound. I got a pair from gearbox for £19

 

[Kithmo]

Yes they do for £69 pound. I got a pair from gearbox for £19

Wow, the MG ones have shot up in price, I paid £29, 20 months ago and I thought that was expensive.

 

[Lovemyev]

Here is a link to the genuine MG locking bolts.
A bit cheaper that the dealer !.

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[Nicky]

Yes I tried and broke 2. £56 each to replace. Be careful

Hi Mel the same has just happened to me. Could I ask where you got the replacement from? Thanks