Lugnut Size for aftermarket wheels
03-15-2005, 01:52 PM
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Lugnut Size for aftermarket wheels
I have a set of 18" Lowenhart LD1's. Anybody know the correct lugnut size for them? I misplaced all my lugnuts and I can't find them so I'm forced to buy another set.
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03-15-2005, 08:01 PM
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2001 E320 (210.065), Brilliant Silver; 2002 Ducati ST-2, Arrest-me Red
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Hi, Persian.
For lots of reasons, unless you find someone on here who has your exact model of BOTH (1) MBZ and (2) wheels, I'd suggest you take one of the wheels to a trusted tire shop and have them get you the bolts.
A few of the reasons: One, there are three different kinds of mounting seats, ball, conical and shouldered (flat). Use the wrong one and you'll damage the wheel or the car or, worse, it could come off or cause you to lose control.
Two, since MBZ uses bolts and not nuts, length is CRUCIAL. Too short, you strip the threads and the wheels come off. Too long, you damage the car and are perhaps unable to properly tighten the wheels.
Three, the trusted tire shop will be responsible if something goes wrong, so they have a great incentive to make sure you get the right bolts (plus they want your business in the future). It might cost you a bit more, but the peace of mind will be well worth it.
Good luck and toss us some pix when you get them back on.
Enjoy the ride,
Greg
For lots of reasons, unless you find someone on here who has your exact model of BOTH (1) MBZ and (2) wheels, I'd suggest you take one of the wheels to a trusted tire shop and have them get you the bolts.
A few of the reasons: One, there are three different kinds of mounting seats, ball, conical and shouldered (flat). Use the wrong one and you'll damage the wheel or the car or, worse, it could come off or cause you to lose control.
Two, since MBZ uses bolts and not nuts, length is CRUCIAL. Too short, you strip the threads and the wheels come off. Too long, you damage the car and are perhaps unable to properly tighten the wheels.
Three, the trusted tire shop will be responsible if something goes wrong, so they have a great incentive to make sure you get the right bolts (plus they want your business in the future). It might cost you a bit more, but the peace of mind will be well worth it.
Good luck and toss us some pix when you get them back on.
Enjoy the ride,
Greg
