Are the lug nut washers good to use to keep painted rims looking good ??
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YES!!! very much so. I highly recommend them. A good investment.Originally posted by lpl87 View Post"Bullshit and Brilliance Comes with Age and Experience" -
I like them also
They are for wallowed out holes bur serve this extra purpose3~ Tudor's & 1~ Coupe
Henry Ford said,
"It's all nuts and bolts"
"Start by doing what's necessary; then do what's possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible."
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they work well for me.
In some cases I have seen hub studs that for whatever reason were too short. In these cases, the coned washer will use up too many threads and in that case i would avoid themComment
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Good point Tbird for safeties how long should your studs be if using these Vince falter is against the use of these per his site and states valid reasons i however do not see a problem if you can engage enough studs. This could be a real good item for owners to check I have randy gross drums so I assume mine are correct. -
Chief, I cannot give you an exact thread count, I judge it by eye.
The engineers have a formula they use, so many threads per so much diameter.
BUT I am not sure I trust the formula, it is the same one whereby Ford started using only 4 threads per spark plug on their 5 Liter motors a few years ago, and the plugs were blowing out of the holes. What works on a drawing board don't always cut it in real life.
I would certainly like way more than 4 lug nut threads to catch, prolly at least 6.
I don't use them for wallowed holes; I use them to protect the paint on rims with good holes, and for that they work well.
For wallowed out holes i think you are on your own. Might work but who can guarantee safety?
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Thanks I was wondering !Comment
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Not at all. they are when the holes are egg shaped or walloed out...if your forced to use them, then go ahead but start to look for new rims.Originally posted by lpl87 View PostIll., Region MARC & MAFCA
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I "feel" that washers would cause nuts to LOOSEN easier.
Bill W.Comment
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They were created as a BAND-AID to correct a problem and in turn they will center the lug not on the rim...Not good....new rims are needed. Don't Recommend if you don't have to, and I agree with Bill! -
I agree, they are nothing more than a BAND-AID to correct a problem, They were made to center the holes of the lug so the nut does not slip though. You need new rims and not a wise purchase. IMHO
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With GOOD wheels, I prefer bare metal on the taper, Don't oil them.
Chief taught me, "Tighten them until you hear a "SCREECH" & that's a perfect 55 Lbs torque"!.png "smile")
Dad ScientificComment
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they are taking a set good idea to use a torque wrench more important to be sure you ave enough stud threads for a good grip.Comment
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I use the washers on my good non- ob longed wheels
Do I get a spanking now?.png "grin")
3~ Tudor's & 1~ Coupe
Henry Ford said,
"It's all nuts and bolts"
"Start by doing what's necessary; then do what's possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible."
Mitch's Auto Service ctrComment
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Use a 60degree to cut the excess paint out of the whole to prevent chippingComment
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Have had them on the car since I bought it. No problems observed in 14 years.Comment
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On freshly painted rims or older for that matte, you should be taking an exact knife and cutting the paint out of the holes IMO to protect that paint, not using the washers....IMHOOriginally posted by tbirdtbird View PostIll., Region MARC & MAFCA
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