Hubcaps (center of wheel)

[FLSteve]

Anybody have an alternative source for one of these other than the obvious place? It was there when I started the day but gone at the end of the day.

FLSteve

 

[Neal]

I paid the penalty and got mine from Newmar but I think Gaffney may be able to source them cheaper. I think this was discussed before when I lost mine. I'll see if I can find the thread.

Edit: can't find it so far

 

[Neal]

Here's @MapNerd's thread:

Lost my hubcap

Womp womp. Got to my Harvest Host location and after parking, got out to do my usual walk around and noticed that one of my piggies was not like the other. I’m sure Newmar will sell my another one cheaply?. Any tips on keeping them attached

rvforums.com

 

[bobnjill410]

If the fact it doesn’t say “NEWMAR” on it, this is much less expensive option from Amazon.
Grand General 10514 Chrome Front Hub Cap with 7/16" Lip and 5 Uneven Notches https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FS66TLA/?tag=rvf01-20

 

[Richpatty]

I lost mine after a service at Gafney and they had one sent to me…free. So they do have them in stock. Or did…

 

[MapNerd]

I bought from here: Hubcaps & Wheel Covers

Perfect match, logo and all. Shipping was quick. Price not much different from the mothership at the time.

I haven’t lost another since. That might be because I added a bead of silicone to all of them as suggested by others, but I feel like the more likely reason I haven’t lost another one is because I bought two and now have a spare. Things never break or fall off when you have a spare.

For my next RV, I think I’ll buy two and just tow the other behind me as a scavenger unit.

 

[FLSteve]

Folks, thanks for the suggestions. Funny ... I had also just left Gaffney for annual service when I noticed it was gone. Anyway I have contacted them to see it I can get a replacement.

FLSteve ?

 

[Neal]

Same thing happened to me, left Gaffney. I should have called them, they should probably replace it for you. But most of all, those leaving chassis service should inspect these carefully to ensure they are secure.

 

[FLSteve]

Final update ... Gaffney overnighted one free of charge. Had the Newmar logo on it and all is good. Kudos to Freightliner.

FLSteve

 

[Richpatty]

Awesome! Glad I was able to help! They have been great with service and when ever I have had an issue.

 

[Neal]

I am not surprised at all that FCCC Gaffney did this. I fully expected it. I should have contacted them when I lost mine but I now know to carefully inspect post any service touching the tires.

 

[Richpatty]

And I have added a touch of clear silicone to each one to help. Have not lost one yet, but all you need it a good pothole or bump….

 

[Neal]

I had my FL service on Sep 22 and told the tech to ensure the hub caps are secure that I lost one last year and paid Newmar $100 for a new one. He said he checked them and even replaced clips on one. Well, I lost another. I emailed the reservation desk, no reply yet. I'll try the FCCC service email.

@FLSteve - who did you email or talk to for your replacement?

The other issue is my concern that these 70mph discs can kill someone. I'll report as such to FL but I wonder if this warrants a recall? Parts of any type separating from a moving vehicle is not tolerable.

 

[FLSteve]

I had my FL service on Sep 22 and told the tech to ensure the hub caps are secure that I lost one last year and paid Newmar $100 for a new one. He said he checked them and even replaced clips on one. Well, I lost another. I emailed the reservation desk, no reply yet. I'll try the FCCC service email.

@FLSteve - who did you email or talk to for your replacement?

The other issue is my concern that these 70mph discs can kill someone. I'll report as such to FL but I wonder if this warrants a recall? Parts of any type separating from a moving vehicle is not tolerable.

@Neal ... I just sent an email to Willie (the lady at the service center front desk) and I think she forwarded it on to the proper person. I had it the next day by fed-x overnight.

FLSteve

Willie Gilliam
Service Advisor
Freightliner Service Center
103 Campus Drive
Gaffney, SC 29341
(855) 253-0421 - Phone
(864) 206-8755 – Fax
[email protected]
[email protected]

 

[Neal]

Emails didn't work, no responses so I called and left a VM. I got a call back from Parts, he said he never got any emails, well, I didn't send to him, I sent to reservation email and also the service email. I think for anyone that experiences this in the future the best thing to do is just call FL parts and he will likely accommodate you. Mine was overnighted and received. I discussed the situation, he said the silicone option is what people are doing as @MapNerd pointed out so I'll start doing that. I did mention the danger of 70mph discs flying around the highway, but nothing discussed. It needs to get reported as a safety issue someday.