schubee

Last night I installed steel lugs (N-020-112-1-M58) for a future track event. After installing, I'm concerned with how short the stud is after installing, see pic:



I'm not running spacers and the wheel is an OEM Carrera III. I believe I have the correct "ball seat" steel lug nuts. I'm concerned about the length of the stud after installation. Should there be more stud showing (longer stud)?

Thanks in advance for your comments!

Cheers,

rlme36

Assuming that you have the correct seat, seeing any threads of the stud on the new nuts is fine. As any threads after the nut ate not doing any work

KaiB

You're fine as is.

nine9six

For mechanical applications, 1.5 thread protrusion beyond the fastener is required/desired. This assures full fastener engagement plus saftey margin.

KaiB

PCA Scruts will require that the stud is flush with the nut as a minimum. You may sleep well tonight.

schubee

Thanks for all the comments!

I've seen other examples where the stud protruded 10-20mm whereas mine were just past flush with 1-2mm. I just wanted to confirm this will pass the tech inspection as well!

I'll check the torque after a spirited drive to confirm.

Thanks!

Bill Verburg

Anything beyond flush is extra weight

nine9six

LoL...I'm certain his concerns are not the same as yours.

ryeske944

Don't forget to pop the center caps....don't want to lose one of those beauties out there!

schubee

If I don't lose them, I'm not driving hard enough!