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Old 01-13-2013, 11:10 PM   #1
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Opinions on best wheel studs?

Hello all! I was told I might have better luck here. Best wheel stud opinions?
I would like to replace mine and was wondering who makes the best or most reliable...or does it matter?
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Old 01-14-2013, 03:13 PM   #2
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Re: Opinions on best wheel studs?

I did multiple searches and there's a lot about replacing them and various brands are listed. My thinking is Do it once but maybe I should put each brand on its own hub and find out real world.

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Old 01-14-2013, 03:47 PM   #3
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Re: Opinions on best wheel studs?

I always pick up the Dorman brand at the parts store
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Old 01-15-2013, 07:19 AM   #4
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Re: Opinions on best wheel studs?

If you not rock crawling with big tires (36" or taller" and a heavy right foot (big block), Dorman replacements will be fine... If you think you need it or have money to burn, check with ARP. I upgraded to 5/8" studs on my front hubs and aftermarket wheels dont fit over the larger diameter wheel studs....
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Old 01-16-2013, 01:40 PM   #5
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Re: Opinions on best wheel studs?

Thanks folks. My preference is arp but I was just curious what others think.
Possibly the whys and whynots i.e. materials cost availability etc...

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