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I was going to get the titanium lug bolts but then heard that they like to loosen up and you have to check them periodically to make sure they’re still tight. I wasn’t interested in the extra maintenance.
I was going to get the titanium lug bolts but then heard that they like to loosen up and you have to check them periodically to make sure they’re still tight. I wasn’t interested in the extra maintenance.
Small price to pay for the massive reduction in unsprung mass! :P
I was going to get the titanium lug bolts but then heard that they like to loosen up and you have to check them periodically to make sure they’re still tight. I wasn’t interested in the extra maintenance.
I have had issues with studs backing out, but I had not heard of OEM style bolts backing out. I guess I will check the torque once a week to see if there is any movement.
After having studs back out on me, I won't be running those again.
I have had issues with studs backing out, but I had not heard of OEM style bolts backing out. I guess I will check the torque once a week to see if there is any movement.
After having studs back out on me, I won't be running those again.
Are you saying that you've had studs, such as these with low strength loctite, back out on you?
I was going to get the titanium lug bolts but then heard that they like to loosen up and you have to check them periodically to make sure they’re still tight. I wasn’t interested in the extra maintenance.
I have been using the Acer bolts now for just over 7 years and apply the same use maintenance processes as the OEM bolts, checking the hub and bolts for wear and thread damage at every change and checking the torque after about 400km, both the steel and titanium snug up just a bit. FWIW I use the titanium bolts on my Apex wheels (summer) and the OEM steel bolts on the OEM wheels (winter).
Are you saying that you've had studs, such as these with low strength loctite, back out on you?
Yes. These were titanium studs from a reputable manufacturer but a different brand car (not Porsche). The first time I found some hand loose, I thought I had not followed the torque process correctly so I removed and did it all again. I even recalibrated my torque wrench. The second time I found them loose I tried the high-strength Locktite. When that didn't work, I figured my life was worth more than the money I had sunk into them and I got rid of them.
I also got the Anima mount for my Catalyst. Super easy install and feels very solid. So nice not to have the suction cup on my windshield! Just hope I dont have satellite signal issues in this location.
Also swapped my air filters again. Under 6000 miles on these over the past year. With 7 track days and 24 autocross events, so it's probably mostly brake dust!
A new tire to replace a puncture. Fixable with a plug, but it's a track tire so I'm being prudent. Also a new set of studs after one failed prematurely last week. Also being prudent and replacing all 20 and lug nuts.
And a new garage!
I was always a fan of the Gulf 917s. I have a print of the 20 and 21 running in the rain at Spa in 1971 coming as well as track outlines from everywhere I've run. All a little frou frou, but it's also a very functional workspace.
Gotcha, I see your problems were with Ti studs which may have contributed, but I'll keep an eye on my Tarett studs...
Originally Posted by MaddMike
Yes. These were titanium studs from a reputable manufacturer but a different brand car (not Porsche). The first time I found some hand loose, I thought I had not followed the torque process correctly so I removed and did it all again. I even recalibrated my torque wrench. The second time I found them loose I tried the high-strength Locktite. When that didn't work, I figured my life was worth more than the money I had sunk into them and I got rid of them.
DSC Controller showed up this afternoon, and I hit the track tomorrow! Can't wait to try out these new DS2500 pads, fresh air filters, and the DSC controller on the same track I ran on 2 weeks ago. 😁
DSC Controller showed up this afternoon, and I hit the track tomorrow! Can't wait to try out these new DS2500 pads, fresh air filters, and the DSC controller on the same track I ran on 2 weeks ago. 😁
Nice, enjoy.
Mild thread hijack - DS2500 will be somewhat of an upgrade over OEM for bite and modulation, but will wear exceedingly quickly as you move up the HPDE ranks.
Even with the free FCPEuro lifetime replacement, it becomes a hassle to change them every coupla days. Do yourself a favor and skip directly to 3.12s or Pagid RSL-29. Better performance and wear and OK on the street. Many threads on this topic, but this is the consensus.
05-28-2024, 06:50 AM
