203 wheel LUG bolts / torque / pattern / sockets - All you want to know
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Originally Posted by thom_doe
I have purchased these 18 inch TSW Bremma AMG Reps and I have a big problem. I tried calling TSW and they dont even know the size Lub Bolts they use.
I spoke to one guy he says 12X1.5 25mm another guy says they dont have the information because they dont sell bolts, he says 28mm. So do anyone know the correct sz ? The first guy also stated make sure when the wheels go on have them spin the rears because it might mess up the E-Brake which is very expensive. I need this information to be confirmed. Thanks
I spoke to one guy he says 12X1.5 25mm another guy says they dont have the information because they dont sell bolts, he says 28mm. So do anyone know the correct sz ? The first guy also stated make sure when the wheels go on have them spin the rears because it might mess up the E-Brake which is very expensive. I need this information to be confirmed. ThanksYou will get a sense of the correct length bolts:
1) too long --> make clicking sounds
2) too short --> must at least be 4-6 turns (if i remember correctly)
But do not travel far distances using the wrong bolt length as it is dangerous and harmful for the car.
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just return them and try the ASA line at tire rack. I think they have quite a few benz knockoffs and the guys their will answer your question before you buy. the only 'problem' with ASA is the hideous black center caps. probably you can reuse your benz ones though.
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I have 18x8.5 in a different replica wheel, but I know for a fact as I learned the hard way this weekend that the front two wheels can use a longer lug while the back two need a 24mm lug (for an idea on the size it'll be the same as the replacement lugs that you use with your spare that's in the Mercedes tool kit).
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Lugs
I have the Bremmas 18x8. I don't know the lug length, but they were bought and installed at Discount Tire (tires dot com). The installer had to search
for the right length from their stock, but found the right length.
Is there a Discount Tire near you?
for the right length from their stock, but found the right length.
Is there a Discount Tire near you?
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This is a big problem, bc I talked to Direct Tire, and they stated they didnt know whats the correct sz in mm. This is plain rediculous you have a wheel manufacture and they dont know what sz lugs bolts they use. Can anyone confirm this info. Also what is it about that you need to spin your rear tires if not it can mess your E-Brake up ?
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Originally Posted by thom_doe
So out of all the people on this forum that has TSW Bremma Wheels non of you guys know the lug bolt sz ? This is rediculous. The company that sells them dont even know their sz's or wieghts.
I dont have the car with me but when I get home I will measure it for you. just take a chill pill and I will post it later when I get home.....
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I just had this problem. Don't even try ones that are too long and spin them. If you spin them you can mess up the rotors anyway. I just did a light spin to see how it fit and it messed it up and needed roadside to pick it up and now it's in the shop for $800-900 non-warranty work 
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TSW is a mess. I got 3 different szs from their reps and they cant confirm anything. I aint risking messing up rotors, or e-brakes if there isnt a confirmed lug bolt sz for 18X8 offset 32. This is crazy a wheel manufacture doesnt have any info on their wheels.
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Originally Posted by thom_doe
TSW is a mess. I got 3 different szs from their reps and they cant confirm anything. I aint risking messing up rotors, or e-brakes if there isnt a confirmed lug bolt sz for 18X8 offset 32. This is crazy a wheel manufacture doesnt have any info on their wheels.
Discount tire is taking care of the bolts for me. It's not that hard to figure out if you've got the wheels already.
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Originally Posted by HoustonC230
I've talked to TSW quite a bit and they've actually been really helpful with fitment/etc. Haven't asked them about bolts. (Just ordered my wheels last week, should be here soon)
Discount tire is taking care of the bolts for me. It's not that hard to figure out if you've got the wheels already.
Discount tire is taking care of the bolts for me. It's not that hard to figure out if you've got the wheels already.
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you probably wont even find a bolt that is small enough for the rears. you would have to get them cut down by a few mm. my wheels dont have the exact dimension as the TSW's do, but if trekman hasnt got any time i can check the length of mine.
but you actually can do it yourself. just order some that come close to the OEM bolts, screw them in DONT MOVE THE CAR and feel if it stands over. or just use a piece of paper, fit it in the hub, make a mark how far the shank can go into the hub, measure it and get the bolts cut down accordingly. thats how i did it with mine.
oh and when you order the bolts, make sure you get the right seat. you will probably need a cone seat and not a ball seat.
but you actually can do it yourself. just order some that come close to the OEM bolts, screw them in DONT MOVE THE CAR and feel if it stands over. or just use a piece of paper, fit it in the hub, make a mark how far the shank can go into the hub, measure it and get the bolts cut down accordingly. thats how i did it with mine.
oh and when you order the bolts, make sure you get the right seat. you will probably need a cone seat and not a ball seat.
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Originally Posted by thom_doe
Yeah and still this thread is getting anywhere because people still dont know the correct lug bolt sz in mm. Pathetic
its not our problem its yours. whats pathetic is dissing the responses youve gotten for YOUR problem. I wouldnt expect much help in the future with your attitude.
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well stop bIt**ing god! The rear and front on my car is 27mm shank I know you can get form here if you go with a 25mm on the rear you will only use 3 or 4 tread not good if your lugs gets loose.
http://www.ezaccessory.com/SearchResults.asp
http://www.ezaccessory.com/Lug_Bolt_...hank_p/954.htm
next time ask nicely and I'm sure one of us will be glad to help you
http://www.ezaccessory.com/SearchResults.asp
http://www.ezaccessory.com/Lug_Bolt_...hank_p/954.htm
next time ask nicely and I'm sure one of us will be glad to help you
Last edited by Trekman; May 2, 2006 at 10:55 AM.
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Originally Posted by thom_doe
What seat do I use Ball or Con ?
stick your finger in the hole and feel if its a round or a cone fit. cant be that hard can it?
