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Why are bowling ball caps so hard to get on?

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Old May 28, 2015 | 11:20 PM
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Why are bowling ball caps so hard to get on?

I have these rims...




14" Turbocast Rims

and these caps (10017895)



I know they are prone to falling off, but just getting them on the rims is a pain. They REALLY have to be squeezed on, and each time i get one side the other pops out...

What is the knack to getting these on? Are the clips too rusty?
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Old May 29, 2015 | 08:00 AM
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Re: Why are bowling ball caps so hard to get on?

put a dab of oil on the clips
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Old May 29, 2015 | 10:44 AM
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Re: Why are bowling ball caps so hard to get on?

Yes that would be a good plan, i shall do that tomorrow!

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put a dab of oil on the clips
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