Tuner Lug/Lug Nut Help!!?!?!
#1
Tuner Lug/Lug Nut Help!!?!?!
Hey guys, so i ordered a new set of wheels and they require a tuner lug, im trying to figure out which ones to buy since im pretty clueless with this kind of stuff. they are 16x8, 15mm. I know in 06 they changed the size of the lug nuts from 12x1.5 to 14 something. i looked at my manufactured date on my inner door and it was 01/06 so im guessing thats before the change.
if any one can elighten me in which ones to get and where, and also how long. im probally goin to run a 5mm spacer all around. thanks in advanced!
if any one can elighten me in which ones to get and where, and also how long. im probally goin to run a 5mm spacer all around. thanks in advanced!
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#5
thank you, the rims are sport maxx's, not really sure if i should use ball or cone any one have an idea?. and really trying to figure out what would be proper length, and if i need 12s or 14s.
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16x8 ET10 isn't going to look good on your car.
Given that the wheels in question start at ET15, I'd keep looking. These are going to poke out a bit too much past the fender / trim pieces.
I'm not 100%, but I think you want something about ET30-33 for an 8" wide wheel (from what I've been reading) in order to get a proper, and aesthetically pleasing, fitment.
However, to just answer your question - I actually can't. I know the backpad on the new wheels is thicker, but by how much? The added thickness from the backpad + the spacer = total increase in wheel hub depth. That total increase + original lug length (likely 28-30mm) = you new REQUIRED length. With disc brakes going a bit longer than necessary isn't going to ruin anything.
However I'd get back to finding wheels that will better fit your vehicle.
Given that the wheels in question start at ET15, I'd keep looking. These are going to poke out a bit too much past the fender / trim pieces.
I'm not 100%, but I think you want something about ET30-33 for an 8" wide wheel (from what I've been reading) in order to get a proper, and aesthetically pleasing, fitment.
However, to just answer your question - I actually can't. I know the backpad on the new wheels is thicker, but by how much? The added thickness from the backpad + the spacer = total increase in wheel hub depth. That total increase + original lug length (likely 28-30mm) = you new REQUIRED length. With disc brakes going a bit longer than necessary isn't going to ruin anything.
However I'd get back to finding wheels that will better fit your vehicle.
#10
16x8 ET10 isn't going to look good on your car.
Given that the wheels in question start at ET15, I'd keep looking. These are going to poke out a bit too much past the fender / trim pieces.
I'm not 100%, but I think you want something about ET30-33 for an 8" wide wheel (from what I've been reading) in order to get a proper, and aesthetically pleasing, fitment.
However I'd get back to finding wheels that will better fit your vehicle.
Given that the wheels in question start at ET15, I'd keep looking. These are going to poke out a bit too much past the fender / trim pieces.
I'm not 100%, but I think you want something about ET30-33 for an 8" wide wheel (from what I've been reading) in order to get a proper, and aesthetically pleasing, fitment.
However I'd get back to finding wheels that will better fit your vehicle.
#11
i feel like 8 et10 is too much poke.
the wheels i ordered are 16x8 et24 and i feel like thats already pushing it. but to each there own.
the only place ive been able to find tuner bolts from is ebay.
and from what ive read
"These are the M12 x 1.5 lug bolts used on MINIs from 2002 - 7/11/2006 production."
the wheels i ordered are 16x8 et24 and i feel like thats already pushing it. but to each there own.
the only place ive been able to find tuner bolts from is ebay.
and from what ive read
"These are the M12 x 1.5 lug bolts used on MINIs from 2002 - 7/11/2006 production."
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#13
if you guys hate the fitment im going with your going to hate the tire size as well
195/50s on th3 16x8s...yum
#17
I hope it gives you the clearance. I assume you are going with 512's? Honestly I don't think 195/50 is gonna give you the extra clearance over the 205/45 to clear the extra 15mm. I hope it all works out though.
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