Lug Nuts - The definitive guide

Hotrodz · 03-03-2018, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by BOLIO 671

Got it....So for aftermarket lugs u must have aftermarket wheels....and would most of u recommend extended studs?

Depends on if you are running spacers or not. If you get extended studs you may need open ended lug nuts depending on the length of the stud.

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OptionZero · 03-03-2018, 08:48 PM

There is zero reason to run extended studs unless you are running spacers

bpchaos · 03-05-2018, 02:11 PM

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Originally Posted by OptionZero

There is zero reason to run extended studs on the street unless you are running spacers

Fixed your quote there a little. There are benefits to running extended studs - but the benefits are nearly entirely for the track or any high-stress situation. The combination of stronger studs that are longer help with safety margins.

BOLIO 671 · 03-16-2018, 01:20 AM

Seeking advice...I’m interested in installing extended studs particularly the ARP studs. I need to do this as a safety requirement for the track In order to use Drag Radials. The issue I have is trying to find an open ended mag style lug but with washer to use on my OEM wheels for off track/daily use.

I read in a thread somewhere that someone tried cutting the caps off their OEM lugs but I’m not sure if this actually worked. If anyone has any suggestions/experience on an open ended mag style nut with washer or whether cutting the caps off the OEM lugs actually works pls chime in

Nithmo · 03-16-2018, 11:51 AM

The better question is... how does nobody make aftermarket lug nuts that work for our oem wheels?! There's got to be a ton of people running oem wheels, that want to jazz up the look of their car a bit... but no options exist!

BOLIO 671 · 03-17-2018, 09:51 AM

No Kidding .... this is the first I’ve ever heard of this issue. I am surprised that for as long as this platform has been out that no one has made one yet. Looks like cutting the OEM lugs is what it’s gonna be....especially since I need to run extended studs

OptionZero · 03-17-2018, 01:41 PM

Z1 sells OEM type lugs in chrome or black

BOLIO 671 · 03-18-2018, 07:54 AM

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Originally Posted by OptionZero

Z1 sells OEM type lugs in chrome or black

Yah I saw those...I was referring to aftermarket lugs with different designs and colors. Also a type of lug that would fit both the OEM and aftermarket wheels without having to switch them out.

Raulie · 11-24-2018, 11:32 AM

I just bought a set of 370z Nismo wheels for my 350z, and I've been looking for locking lug nuts. I think that these might work:

Gorilla 73631TBC Locking Lug Nuts [73631TBC] - $20.95 : Pure FJ Cruiser Accessories, Parts and Accessories for your Toyota FJ Cruiser

Has anyone used them? They also offer the normal ones:

Gorilla 73137TBCB Lug Nuts [73137TBCB] - $14.18 : Pure FJ Cruiser Accessories, Parts and Accessories for your Toyota FJ Cruiser

physics · 12-20-2018, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by wheee!

What about running aluminum lug nuts on steel studs? Another member had to drill out his aluminum lug nuts after they seized onto his steel studs... Is this common?

I had a Porsche that had aluminum lug nuts on steel studs and so I used a little Permatex anti-seize compound on the threads of the studs after each removal of a wheel. It's good to clean off the old anti-seize compound before putting new stuff on. Being black anodized lugs, I always used a hand torque wrench when removing or tightening nuts. The anti-seize compound is also good for the steel threads on a spark plug when it's screwed into an aluminum cylinder head.

Rusty · 12-22-2018, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by physics

I had a Porsche that had aluminum lug nuts on steel studs and so I used a little Permatex anti-seize compound on the threads of the studs after each removal of a wheel. It's good to clean off the old anti-seize compound before putting new stuff on. Being black anodized lugs, I always used a hand torque wrench when removing or tightening nuts. The anti-seize compound is also good for the steel threads on a spark plug when it's screwed into an aluminum cylinder head.

Where you been. The anti-seize is SOP.

03-03-2018, 08:48 PM	#167 (permalink)
OptionZero A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,224 Drives: 15 370Z Nismo 6MT Rep Power: 214100	There is zero reason to run extended studs unless you are running spacers __________________ OptionZero Build Thread

03-16-2018, 01:20 AM	#169 (permalink)
BOLIO 671 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: GUAHAN Posts: 1,198 Drives: To & From then Back Rep Power: 3399	Seeking advice...I’m interested in installing extended studs particularly the ARP studs. I need to do this as a safety requirement for the track In order to use Drag Radials. The issue I have is trying to find an open ended mag style lug but with washer to use on my OEM wheels for off track/daily use. I read in a thread somewhere that someone tried cutting the caps off their OEM lugs but I’m not sure if this actually worked. If anyone has any suggestions/experience on an open ended mag style nut with washer or whether cutting the caps off the OEM lugs actually works pls chime in __________________ 2013 Nismo Z34 / FI TT #091 / IG: @lilzilla_z34

03-17-2018, 09:51 AM	#171 (permalink)
BOLIO 671 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: GUAHAN Posts: 1,198 Drives: To & From then Back Rep Power: 3399	No Kidding .... this is the first I’ve ever heard of this issue. I am surprised that for as long as this platform has been out that no one has made one yet. Looks like cutting the OEM lugs is what it’s gonna be....especially since I need to run extended studs __________________ 2013 Nismo Z34 / FI TT #091 / IG: @lilzilla_z34

03-17-2018, 01:41 PM	#172 (permalink)
OptionZero A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,224 Drives: 15 370Z Nismo 6MT Rep Power: 214100	Z1 sells OEM type lugs in chrome or black __________________ OptionZero Build Thread

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03-16-2018, 11:51 AM	#170 (permalink)
Nithmo Base Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Canada Posts: 219 Drives: 16 370Z Nismo 6MT Rep Power: 128	The better question is... how does nobody make aftermarket lug nuts that work for our oem wheels?! There's got to be a ton of people running oem wheels, that want to jazz up the look of their car a bit... but no options exist!

11-24-2018, 11:32 AM	#174 (permalink)
Raulie Base Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: San Juan, PR Posts: 1 Drives: 05 Nissan 350z 35th Rep Power: 9	I just bought a set of 370z Nismo wheels for my 350z, and I've been looking for locking lug nuts. I think that these might work: Gorilla 73631TBC Locking Lug Nuts [73631TBC] - $20.95 : Pure FJ Cruiser Accessories, Parts and Accessories for your Toyota FJ Cruiser Has anyone used them? They also offer the normal ones: Gorilla 73137TBCB Lug Nuts [73137TBCB] - $14.18 : Pure FJ Cruiser Accessories, Parts and Accessories for your Toyota FJ Cruiser