A lug nut is a type of fastener which fastens
a wheel’s hub to threaded wheel studs on the vehicle’s axle, securing the wheel
in place & centring it properly on the axle. There’re 5 main components to
identifying the right lug nut or wheel lock for your vehicle and they are:
Thread
size:
You can easily recognize your thread size
& pitch with a simple thread pitch gauge accessible at any hardware store,
or you can simply take one of your lug nuts to your local hardware store &
spin it onto the bolts they have on hand. The thread size or thread diameter is
the measurement is taken across the outside diameter of your wheel stud threads
measured in either standard (7/16", 1/2", etc.) or metric (12mm,
14mm, etc.) dimensions. The most universal thread sizes are 10mm, 12mm, 14mm,
7/16", 1/2", 9/16", 5/8". You can find most factory stud sizes
in your vehicle owner's manual or you can use an online guide.
Thread
Pitch:
The thread pitch is the dimension of
either thread per inch for non-metric studs or the distance in millimetres
between the threads for metric applications. This tool will aid recognize the
correct thread pitch that was on the vehicle from the factory. If the vehicle
has been modified, you will have to verify the thread pitch.
Seat
type:
The seat type refers to the area where right spline drive lug nuts are actually made contact with the
wheel surface. The most common types are an acorn/tapered seat, a mag seat or a
ball seat.
Length/dimensions:
It’s important that you authenticate the
dimensions of your Spline Drive lug nut to make sure a proper fit for both
safety & look. This includes the outside diameter, overall length & for
Mag style nuts/locks you must also determine the right shank diameter &
shank depth.
Finish/colour:
Spline Drive Lug nuts are available in a
wide range of finishes & colours including chrome-plated, black chrome,
stainless steel, zinc, yellow chromatic, silver, red, blue and more.
Once you’ve identified these fitments
components it’s just a matter of choosing your preferred style of nut or lock.
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