UK Wheelie Bin BBS style alloy wheel covers

BBS Style Wheelie Bin Wheel Covers

Give your wheelie bin a retro euro scene upgrade with these BBS inspired wheel covers.

Designed to fit standard UK wheelie bin wheels (125mm), these covers recreate the iconic mesh alloy styling made famous by classic BBS wheels. Perfect for adding a bit of old-school German tuning culture to bin day.

These covers can be printed in either a classic dual-colour BBS style using silver and gold filament with an AMS, or as a simpler silver and black version using a manual filament change.

The covers mount directly onto the original wheelie bin wheels using Bambu MakerSupply BT2x6 self tapping screws for a clean and secure fit.

Before you start

Clean your print bed and hot end

Clean your plate first, following your usual routine. Dish soap works best, clean and then rinse thoroughly, ensure the plate is dry and free of debris before putting back in the printer.

Leftover filament residue on your hot end can cause unwanted colour streaks, which. Please inspect your hot end before starting the print, if you spot any clumps or leftover filament, follow Bambu's recommended cleaning guide to remove.

Hardware required

• Bambu MakerSupply BT2x6 self tapping screws (linked in the BoM)
• Wheelie Bin!

Printer setup

The supplied files support both AMS and non-AMS printing.

AMS setup

For the traditional BBS style appearance:

• Black background
• Silver outer wheel sections
• Gold mesh centre
• Black centre circle

Load all required filaments into your AMS before starting the print.

Non-AMS setup

A simplified silver and black version (separate print profile included) can also be printed without an AMS.

To achieve the two-colour effect:

• Print the first six layers in black
• Add a manual pause at layer 2 in the slicer
• Swap to silver filament
• Resume printing from layer 3 onwards

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Printing

Recommended settings

The supplied 3MF profile is recommended for the intended fit and appearance, adaptive layer height us used to help with smoother curves / chamfers.

Please choose filament suitable for the weather in your area. These test prints are in PLA, but I will be ordering some PLA Tough which I've listed in the Bill of Materials.

Layer change

For non-AMS printing, the silver sections begin at layer 3.

If not using an AMS:

• Insert a pause at layer 3
• Change filament before continuing the print

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Assembly

Fitting the covers

Position each cover centrally over the existing wheelie bin wheel and secure using Bambu MakerSupply BT2x6 self tapping screws. I peronsally drilled a very small starting hole, then used a hex screwdriver (for applying pressure easier) to screw them in place.

Do not overtighten the screws, especially when using PLA, as excessive force may crack the print.

Outdoor use

For long-term outdoor exposure, PLA Tough, PETG or ASA is recommended over standard PLA.

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Troubleshooting

Colours not lining up correctly

Make sure the filament change occurs after layer 2 when printing without an AMS. The silver sections start at layer 3. Please test this in your slicer if unsure.

AMS colour assignment issues

Double check your AMS filament assignments before starting the print to ensure the correct colours are mapped to the correct sections.

Bolt details not printing / slicing nicely

Please ensure you are using the included 3MF files, they have line width adjustments etc.. that ensure these details print as expected. 

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Disclaimer

This is a fan-made design inspired by classic BBS alloy wheel styling. BBS and associated product names remain the property of their respective owners.

Please install and use these covers at your own discretion. 

The creator accepts no responsibility for damage to wheelie bins, wheels, fixings, property or injury resulting from installation, misuse or modification of the printed parts.