is this a pia? Meaning, I cannot imagine there being an extended stud bolt on kit...can I?

 

I saw that a long time ago and chuckled. The ppl said that the guy used inproper lug pattern on the wheels?

 

Yes, and sort of. You can buy a bolt on spacer that uses new studs but the stock studs will be exposed when using something as small as 10mm. If the wheel you are using has an area on the back that can fit them, then that will be the easiest solution.

Bolt on:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/KICS-10MM-W...sQ5fAccessories

 

I run 25mm bolt on's with 5mm slip on's on stock studs with absolutely no problems.

 

I used that video for an extreme example. I talked to the tech inspector that missed the wrong nuts. Apparently the car owner bought some "tuner nuts" that were the wrong size. They felt like they torqued to 80 ft.lb. but came off at the first bit of strain.

 

HAHA! At least the rx7 driver was conscious of safety. He even set the e-brake to make sure it wouldn't roll away.

I find the half-assery in this forum amusing. People go to great lengths to avoid doing things correctly.

 

Are the 25mm spacer's studs 12mm long like the stocks?

 

I bought a set of wheels that were higher in offset so that I can mount wider tires and not make it look like skinny jeans on a fat girl...so to speak...

Now after I mounted the 255/35s in the back I found that there is still a good half-3/4s an inch horizontal gap from my fender to wheel. I dont have a money tree in my closet to just go off and purchase another set of wheels to offset my dislike for the half an inch gap that I currently have.

Thats why I posted this before I install a spacer in the rear to see people's experience and thoughts on them. Yes I bought them preemptively and before all this information...$20 wasted...okaaaaay?

I am just saying...Im not trying to half ass anything or do things unsafely, just thought that spacers were not a big deal prior to buying as I see 5-10mm on sale all the time.

I don't visit clubrsx anymore for this reason...members posting ignorant comments without really knowing the idea behind the thread...

 

Extended lug studs, done properly, are neither cheap nor easy. A bearing press is necessary and some skill is required not to ruin the bearing. Replacement bearings, extended lug studs, labor, and the lug nuts needed (preferably open ended and extended as well) are the proper solution. You're looking at $400-500.

 

it has alot to do with the lugs your using as well, the more rounded the mounting face is the more stud length you give up, also the lug mounting profile on the wheel.

I've driven incredibly aggressive on 7mm front spacer without any issue.