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My new wheels came in last week and I finally had a chance to test fit them (without tires) the other day to ensure that they were made to spec (centerbore, bolt pattern, etc.). The fit is perfect, except that I'm a bit worried about the amount of engagement (or lack thereof) of the lug nuts. Because the wheels are higher offset than stock, I'm only getting about 6.5 full turns of the nuts before snugging down on the wheel. I believe I was getting about 9.5 full turns on the stock GXP 19s. Does anyone have any insight on this subject? Do you think 6.5 turns is acceptable or do I need longer studs? Am I flirting with death and destruction here? I know that if I need longer studs it's going to be an expensive repair bill (with the requirement that all of the wheel bearings be replaced at the same time). At the same time, if it's a health and safety issue, I suppose I will bite the bullet.
The tire rack's website suggests that 7.5 turns is the "minimum number of turns of hardware engagement" for our sized studs (14 x 1.5 mm). The wheel manufacturer told me that 6.5 turns should be fine, but that I should check them shortly after initial install to see if they're getting at all loose, which would indicate that there isn't enough engagement.
Thanks for the input.
The tire rack's website suggests that 7.5 turns is the "minimum number of turns of hardware engagement" for our sized studs (14 x 1.5 mm). The wheel manufacturer told me that 6.5 turns should be fine, but that I should check them shortly after initial install to see if they're getting at all loose, which would indicate that there isn't enough engagement.
Thanks for the input.