What wheel nuts (and lock nuts) should I get?
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Wed Jun 11, 2014 11:17 amby Manaz
Hi all,
I've got JDM STI rims (similar to the post-FL TbSTI models, but in a 17x7.5" fitment). I've lost a lock nut, and have had to throw a spare nut onto the car to cover for it, but don't want my wheels to be stolen, so need to get a new set of lock nuts.
Just wondering what lock nuts people recommend/are using, and what nuts (in general) people feel will suit the STI rims?
Re: What wheel nuts (and lock nuts) should I get?
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Wed Jun 11, 2014 12:40 pmby alexxxz
McGard spline drive. Can be sourced from lugshack. Last set I ordered were around $120-130
OEM STI nuts are McGards but cost around 3x as much
Re: What wheel nuts (and lock nuts) should I get?
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Wed Jun 11, 2014 3:31 pmby alexeiwoody
bass_straitener wrote:alexeiwoody wrote:http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Rays-Engineering-Wheel-Lug-Dura-Nuts-M12-x-1-25-Long-50mm-BLUE-/221371541107?pt=AU_Car_Parts_Accessories&hash=item338ac5a673&_uhb=1
Not genuine..
They're just some random ones I saw...but how do you know they're fake (besides the one negative buyer comment)?
Muteki ones can be had for $50 genuine
Edit:
ok I see the other 3 customer replies.
Re: What wheel nuts (and lock nuts) should I get?
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Wed Jun 11, 2014 9:37 pmby Manaz
alexxxz wrote:McGard spline drive. Can be sourced from lugshack. Last set I ordered were around $120-130
OEM STI nuts are McGards but cost around 3x as much
Alas, they're out of stock. I do also wonder about the 60º vs 40º seating as well.
I've emailed them to see what they say.
Re: What wheel nuts (and lock nuts) should I get?
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Wed Jun 11, 2014 11:01 pmby MertS
http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/adelaide ... 1046016490Just another option... I might buy a set off there
Mert
Re: What wheel nuts (and lock nuts) should I get?
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Wed Jun 11, 2014 11:20 pmby bass_straitener
MertS wrote:http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/adelaide-region/wheels-tyres-rims/adelaide-wheel-nuts-best-price-quality-huge-range-wheelnuts-/1046016490
Just another option... I might buy a set off there
Mert
The problem with these cheap nuts is the finish chips off very easily and then they look like crap.
Get your nuts from a reputable source.
Re: What wheel nuts (and lock nuts) should I get?
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Thu Jun 12, 2014 11:00 amby Manaz
bass_straitener wrote:Get your nuts from a reputable source.
There's nothing worse than unreputable nuts.
(I'd go for the STI ones, but $400+? Pass).
Re: What wheel nuts (and lock nuts) should I get?
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Fri Jun 13, 2014 10:32 amby muzza
Order genuine from the USA - they are McGuard.
I used
http://www.subarugenuineparts.com/advan ... cks&x=0&y=$23.75 US plus postage - c/w Subaru Oz: $100 plus for same product...!
Re: What wheel nuts (and lock nuts) should I get?
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Fri Jun 13, 2014 10:40 amby lump_a_charcoal
Which lock nuts did you get exactly?
Re: What wheel nuts (and lock nuts) should I get?
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Fri Jun 13, 2014 6:41 pmby muzza
lump_a_charcoal wrote:Which lock nuts did you get exactly?
Ah, ones that fitted my MY13 Lib .
I "think" they are pretty much the same for Gen IV and V, as well as Forester, but don't quote me! Use the car model settings on the left of the website to get the correct fit.
Re: What wheel nuts (and lock nuts) should I get?
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Fri Jun 13, 2014 8:12 pmby metalfx
Adrian on Ozfoz is selling some sti mcgard nuts.
He really looks after all his stuff so they'll be good
Re: What wheel nuts (and lock nuts) should I get?
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Fri Jun 13, 2014 9:02 pmby Brunsy3.0
Manaz wrote:alexxxz wrote:.....I do also wonder about the 60º vs 40º seating as well.
I've emailed them to see what they say.
Did you hear back or heard anything on the matter?
Re: What wheel nuts (and lock nuts) should I get?
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Sat Jun 14, 2014 4:34 pmby Manaz
Brunsy3.0 wrote:Manaz wrote:alexxxz wrote:.....I do also wonder about the 60º vs 40º seating as well.
I've emailed them to see what they say.
Did you hear back or heard anything on the matter?
They have stock coming in on Monday, waiting for an answer on the seating angle.