Black Center Cap Question

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Jul 2, 2019 | 08:03 AM
  #1  
SimonLeBahn's Avatar
Thread Starter
7th Gear
 
Joined: May 2018
Posts: 7
Likes: 1
Black Center Cap Question

Hi All,

I drive a 2014 MDX (Elite package in Canada) and have the OEM 19 inch wheels.
I just powder coated the wheels gloss black and was wondering if gloss black center caps from a newer MDX (Eg. 2018) or other models would be a direct fit for the older wheels...

Would rather put factory painted center caps on but if there are no options I will simply paint the existing ones.

Any input appreciated, thanks
Reply
Old Jul 2, 2019 | 09:14 AM
  #2  
justnspace's Avatar
Moderator
15 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 86,293
Likes: 16,291
Be the innovator. Be the pioneer.
because it's likely no one has ever done what you are asking...so buy 1 center cap for an ungodly amount and test fit. center caps are plastic and you can heat up the prongs and shape them if that's what's impeding fitment.
Reply
Old Jul 5, 2019 | 12:50 PM
  #3  
SimonLeBahn's Avatar
Thread Starter
7th Gear
 
Joined: May 2018
Posts: 7
Likes: 1
Originally Posted by justnspace
Be the innovator. Be the pioneer.
because it's likely no one has ever done what you are asking...so buy 1 center cap for an ungodly amount and test fit. center caps are plastic and you can heat up the prongs and shape them if that's what's impeding fitment.
Will let you know what the answer is if I end up going that route.
Reply
Old Aug 18, 2019 | 08:53 AM
  #4  
mrgold35's Avatar
mrgold35
15 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 7,018
Likes: 1,660
From: ABQ, NM
Originally Posted by SimonLeBahn
Will let you know what the answer is if I end up going that route.
Did you find black center caps or did you paint? The OEM 20" Berlina rim do have black center caps with chrome Acura symbol: but, they are around $30-$35 each. Not 100% sure if the 14-16 MDX center caps are interchangeable with +17 MDXs since they changed the bolt pattern?
Reply
Old Aug 20, 2019 | 08:14 AM
  #5  
SimonLeBahn's Avatar
Thread Starter
7th Gear
 
Joined: May 2018
Posts: 7
Likes: 1
Originally Posted by mrgold35
Did you find black center caps or did you paint? The OEM 20" Berlina rim do have black center caps with chrome Acura symbol: but, they are around $30-$35 each. Not 100% sure if the 14-16 MDX center caps are interchangeable with +17 MDXs since they changed the bolt pattern?

Thanks for the heads up, much appreciation
Have not had time to complete the job. Did try Plasti Dip but could not get a finish I am happy with (I am a little OCD )
Will update when completed....

Reply
Old Aug 20, 2019 | 08:38 AM
  #6  
mrgold35's Avatar
mrgold35
15 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 7,018
Likes: 1,660
From: ABQ, NM
I also did a chrome delete with Plastic dip along with black lugs, badge delete, and red painted calipers on my fathom blue pearl MDX. I like the look of the chrome LED headlights with the floating Acura symbol on the grill. The dark colored MDX looks real sinister to on-coming traffic during the day with the chrome delete
Reply
Old Aug 20, 2019 | 11:20 PM
  #7  
merlin the wrench's Avatar
Racer
15 Year Member
 
Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 341
Likes: 12
From: NorCal
the all black looks like an old tin lizzy. Henry Ford loved that color. You could buy a model T any color as long as it was black. I know some of you love the all black cars but wow, take an art class or something to be more creative.
Reply
Old Aug 26, 2019 | 03:07 PM
  #8  
SimonLeBahn's Avatar
Thread Starter
7th Gear
 
Joined: May 2018
Posts: 7
Likes: 1
Originally Posted by mrgold35
I like the look of the chrome LED headlights with the floating Acura symbol on the grill. The dark colored MDX looks real sinister to on-coming traffic during the day with the chrome delete
Agree!
My chrome delete completed using gloss black wrap.

Originally Posted by merlin the wrench
I know some of you love the all black cars but wow, take an art class or something to be more creative.
LOL. Where I am from every other MDX is black with the chrome accents. Did the chrome delete to differentiate my vehicle from the flock....
Guessing you can't get your head around monochromatic architecture/photography/art
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
KJ TL-S
3G TL Tires, Wheels & Suspension
16
Dec 9, 2013 12:53 PM
JTYankFan
Car Parts for Sale
0
Jan 13, 2012 09:08 PM
CL-Slick
2G CL (2001-2003)
11
Oct 29, 2008 09:48 PM
neuronbob
3G TL Tires, Wheels & Suspension
22
Feb 17, 2006 08:35 PM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 09:25 AM.