7mm Wheel Spacers
#11
Originally Posted by PanteraKitty,Feb 7 2011, 05:11 PM
INSTALL LONGER STUDS!!!
#12
Originally Posted by PanteraKitty,Feb 7 2011, 05:05 PM
Most sanctioning bodies require a minimum of 3/8" thread engagement. Personally I want the thread engagement to be at least equal to the diameter of the stud. On our 12mm X 1.5 pitch studs, 3/8" would be 6 1/2+ complete revolutions of the nut. 12mm engagement would be 8 complete revolutions of the nut.
Here is a little clip of properly torqued nuts that did not have the proper thread engagement:
Here is a little clip of properly torqued nuts that did not have the proper thread engagement:
#13
Originally Posted by DesiS2k,Feb 7 2011, 06:04 PM
is this a pia? Meaning, I cannot imagine there being an extended stud bolt on kit...can I?
Bolt on:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/KICS-10MM-W...sQ5fAccessories
#15
Originally Posted by DesiS2k,Feb 7 2011, 10:09 PM
I saw that a long time ago and chuckled. The ppl said that the guy used inproper lug pattern on the wheels?
#16
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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.
I find the half-assery in this forum amusing. People go to great lengths to avoid doing things correctly.
#17
Originally Posted by Frick Nasty,Feb 8 2011, 10:46 AM
I run 25mm bolt on's with 5mm slip on's on stock studs with absolutely no problems.
#18
Originally Posted by 352s2000,Feb 8 2011, 02:36 PM
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.
I find the half-assery in this forum amusing. People go to great lengths to avoid doing things correctly.
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...
#19
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.
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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.
I've driven incredibly aggressive on 7mm front spacer without any issue.