Wheel bolts too short for lug nut to grab AKA the Wheel Ordeal

[Exiwolfman]

Superior Tire should definitely have it Google locations few around Toronto area.

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[Exiwolfman]

Also looks like Superior Tire deals with TenzoR wheels so it's best place to check they specialize in aftermarket wheels.

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[ebaut]

Keeping my fingers crossed. Ill call them tomorrow. Hopefully i can post some cool pictures later on in this thread with some cool rims

Cheers

[Exiwolfman]

Originally Posted by ebaut

Keeping my fingers crossed. Ill call them tomorrow. Hopefully i can post some cool pictures later on in this thread with some cool rims

Cheers

Cool 😎

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[ebaut]

Armchair detective work...

So, i measured the inside of the hole on the wheel is .62 diameter. So, if what username Texacott45 says here is true.

Originally Posted by texascolt45

I know the lugs are the same as my Tacoma,but anybody know what size and thread?sorry duh,found it.12mm X 1.5

Then based on this review.

Originally Posted by Warren

This style of lug nut was required for the installation of conical seat aluminum American Muscle GT4 (18 x 9) wheels on my 5 lug Toyota Tacoma, as the factory studs are short. These lug nuts enabled the capture of all threads for a good fit and a safe install in this application. The spline system gets you a theft protection addition with all lugs looking the same. A splined installation/removal socket is required for this application. The one I received works well and is also part of a theft protection system in this application.

http://www.brandsport.com/grla-21138et.html

And because the spline nut i used earlier is stopping right on the taper inside the hole.

Originally Posted by Exiwolfman

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but by using the Gorilla nuts that extra .25 extension at the bottom at .62" wide, would fit perfectly through the opening.



That makes me think those Gorillas have to be the answer or one of them.

[ebaut]

This one might be even better...



Im still calling Superior though, i want to see what they say...

[Thebigwicks]

I see no reason those spline drives won't work unless you are running spacers. I doubt the back pad of that wheel is that thick. I'm running 10 mil spacers and still can get plenty threads with my spline drives. If worst comes to worst you can always order extended studs.

[justjesus]

i had a similar issue when I bought used wheels for my 96 Jeep Cherokee. The lug nuts were not getting enough tread. Did lots of looking online, and actually ordered smaller sets (of 4) and tried a few before finding the "extended length" Gorillas. Bought them, and they worked.

You should be fine. Just make sure to slip them through the holes before you try and mount them. For 2 reasons. (1) make sure ALL holes clear the lug nuts. A couple of mine had to be cleaned up a tad. And (2) make sure the tips don't extend past the wheel mounting surface! If they do, your wheels won't seat properly.

[ebaut]

[Exiwolfman]

Originally Posted by ebaut

Looking good, glad u got it all sorted out.

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[ebaut]

Thanks man, im glad i was able to get the proper lug nuts. I was worried there for a bit. 2 local tire shop guys were helpless. WTF??

No rubbing at all. Takes corners like a champ.

I even got myself a torque wrench

[Exiwolfman]

Originally Posted by ebaut

Thanks man, im glad i was able to get the proper lug nuts. I was worried there for a bit. 2 local tire shop guys were helpless. WTF??

No rubbing at all. Takes corners like a champ.

I even got myself a torque wrench

Sweet now u need to lower it lol

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[Rigaud]

Originally Posted by ebaut

Really nice wheels.......looks great.

[kimona]

Wheels look pretty good! Rubber looks a bit short on stock suspension. 205/40/17's???

[ebaut]

Yes Kimona, 205/40/17.

[ebaut]

Im buying new tires I blew a tire going over a lip on my driveway. I believe this tires are old.

Would 215 40 17 be a better choice, less chance of anything blowing and/or better looks?

[Exiwolfman]

Originally Posted by ebaut

Im buying new tires I blew a tire going over a lip on my driveway. I believe this tires are old.

Would 215 40 17 be a better choice, less chance of anything blowing and/or better looks?

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[kimona]

Originally Posted by ebaut

Im buying new tires I blew a tire going over a lip on my driveway. I believe this tires are old.

Would 215 40 17 be a better choice, less chance of anything blowing and/or better looks?

205/45/17 would be the proper size on stock suspension... and they work very well with a mild to moderate drop.