Wheel Spacer install
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Wheel Spacer install
Hi guys,
I know this will sound stupid but how do you install the wheel spacers? I am looking at getting a pair from this guy:
http://cgi.ebay.ca/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?...ht_1822wt_1139
I dont install anything on my truck that I cant un-install. I saw someone comment that you have to cut your existing studs down so they will fit? Is that true? If so I wont be buying a pair. Also does it matter if you buy 1.5" or 2" spacers to if they need to be chopped.
Cheers
Cos
I know this will sound stupid but how do you install the wheel spacers? I am looking at getting a pair from this guy:
http://cgi.ebay.ca/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?...ht_1822wt_1139
I dont install anything on my truck that I cant un-install. I saw someone comment that you have to cut your existing studs down so they will fit? Is that true? If so I wont be buying a pair. Also does it matter if you buy 1.5" or 2" spacers to if they need to be chopped.
Cheers
Cos
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#3
You do not have to cut your studs if the spacers are larger than 1.5 inches. Many ppl use spacers, I have some sitting waiting to be put on as we speak, but im waiting for new tires first. I have read many of the opinions on here regarding them, and some have me turned off while others have had no problems. The thing that made me decide to get them was IDNC's truck...he runs 38" tires and put them on not too long ago and said they run smooth and tho it hasnt been long with them on if they can handle heavy 38" tall tires they will be fine with my 34's. There are a couple different options...some are hub centric which are better than the others that are not but do cost a lot more.
I think its preference at this point, and a cheap alternative to new wheels
I think its preference at this point, and a cheap alternative to new wheels
#4
^^Sorry for redundancy, typing while you posted
Essentially you slide the spacer over your existing studs and bolt it down. Then your tire goes over the studs on the spacer. As for length, I do not know what the OEM studs measure, but they have to be no more than flush in the spacer. So yes I would say the 1.5 or 2 could make a difference into cutting down the existing studs depending on how long they are.
If you don't mind me asking whats your reason for wanting/needing wheel spacers? Looks or clearance?
Essentially you slide the spacer over your existing studs and bolt it down. Then your tire goes over the studs on the spacer. As for length, I do not know what the OEM studs measure, but they have to be no more than flush in the spacer. So yes I would say the 1.5 or 2 could make a difference into cutting down the existing studs depending on how long they are.
If you don't mind me asking whats your reason for wanting/needing wheel spacers? Looks or clearance?
#5
Thanks for all the info. I looked into it further and if you have everything tight properly spacers put no more stress on suspension or lugs compared to a rim that provides the same offset.
As for why? My truck needs them. The rims I have are from an expedition, it is what came on the truck. The backspacing is just not enough for me. Plus my new tires are almost brand new.
Reason I ask about cutting studs is that my rule for mods is that it must never be something i can't just unbolt and put back to stock. I want 1.5" and someone is selling a pair on here. I think 2" may be too much but if it makes me avoid cutting studs I would go with them.
Sorry if the typing is horrid I am on my iphone
As for why? My truck needs them. The rims I have are from an expedition, it is what came on the truck. The backspacing is just not enough for me. Plus my new tires are almost brand new.
Reason I ask about cutting studs is that my rule for mods is that it must never be something i can't just unbolt and put back to stock. I want 1.5" and someone is selling a pair on here. I think 2" may be too much but if it makes me avoid cutting studs I would go with them.
Sorry if the typing is horrid I am on my iphone
#7
Wheel spacers are a stupid way to make up for not having the correct wheel/tire combo for the suspension setup on your vehicle. I rank them right there with body lifts.
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#9
To each their own. I compare it to a semi truck compared to a bulldog. The bulldog looks way more stable than the tractor trailer.
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#11
Mine are not hub centric. I havent put them on yet, im gonna wait until I get new tires next month, I got them on the forum for $65 shipped so I couldnt pass them up.
#12
Fair enough. You may want to look at picking up a set of hub centric if you find you like your lug centric ones. The stress isnt distributed properly on a set of lug centric and could cause problems.
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My friend has a FX4 and put 325/something tires on, so naturally it was going to hit the components horribly, he put on ¼" spacers and it worked perfectly. I would say anything past ¼" wouldn't leave enough stud. It's either ¼ or 1.5 inch. Only get hub centric, and don't over torque the spacer. I did that on a past truck and it warped the brake rotors. And also- if you're running stock wheels, it shouldn't be a problem. It's the same as going to a very low negative offset rim.