Just wondering if many people are using aftermarket lug nuts....

Going to change mine but just wondering on peoples opinions on which is the best ones to get...

 

There's something better than the OEM lug nuts?

-- Chuck

 

For aftermarket wheels you need to use aftermarket lug nuts because the seats are a different shape.

Personally, I really like 949racing's lug nuts. They are light, affordable, strong, and can accommodate extended studs:

http://949racing.com/lugs-valves.aspx

 

Yup. Huge fan of the 949 lugs. I've had multiple sets over the years. I really like that you can order them in whatever quantity you want. I always get 2-3 spares just in case.

 

My TR C3s came with some dinky 17mm lugs, but thinking about ordering some 949 lugs just for added security.

 

I've been running McGard spline drives on a a few cars now and like them. The finish seems to hold up extremely well and the seat freely spins to keep wear down from constant installation and removal (I track), however, I will not be able to use them anymore when I install wheels studs.

 

I run a set of Muteki lug nuts on my aftermarket wheels because they're cheap and seem pretty decent. My only complaint is they aren't impact friendly (instructions say not to use an impact on them). I've used an impact on them several times but they don't have a very hard finish like the oem lugs or mcgard/gorilla lugs that are impact friendly. I like the fact that they are 17mm so they can be used without a special tool for the lug nuts. I worry a little about the spline drive in case I lost the tool, I'd be screwed temporarily.

 

Like the look of these....

 

Was also maybe going to try kics project but haven't heard any reviews....

 

Just wondering about the wear and tear of lug nuts on peoples cars as over here in Ireland the weather wouldn't be as good as across the pond. Does anybody have problems with their lug nuts rusting and loosing their coating?

Just seen my mates ones after a year or so and there not great to be honest