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Old 12-08-2014, 07:57 AM
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Originally Posted by mav1c
I really hate the plastic covers on the lug bolts. I'd like to get a set of lug bolts that don't need the silly covers, and look good doing it. Anyone done this, and have recommendations? I'd prefer something black, but silver or chrome would work.
Take one off and go to a auto parts store and match it up with an aftermarket set. They have thread matchers to make sure you get the same thread . Also try to get the same hex size so your lug wrench works or carry a breaker bar with the right socket.
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Yeah. But they're going to probably just have "plain" lugs. I'm looking for something a little more appealing. I'll check out a couple of the local auto parts stores anyway.
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Originally Posted by mav1c
Yeah. But they're going to probably just have "plain" lugs. I'm looking for something a little more appealing. I'll check out a couple of the local auto parts stores anyway.
Most auto parts store will have chrome acorn nuts with either tapered or flat seats. Make sure you have one of yours with you. Also some places can get them in black chrome but will most likely need to be ordered. Another option is to first find out the thread size and then search the web for aftermarket sets. Happy hunting.
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The A4 uses lug bolts, so chrome acorn nuts aren't going to help me.

Aftermarket lugs nuts are very easy to find. Aftermarket lug bolts, not so much.
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We have black or polished ball seat lug bolts that are for OEM wheels below.

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Do you have the same spec, or very close, in conical seat. I have a set of winter wheels that use conical seat lug bolts.

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We have black or polished ball seat lug bolts that are for OEM wheels below.

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We have conical seat bolts in 28mm & 30mm Polished and 30mm Black.

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Will the 30mm black bolts work without spacers? Don't want them to bottom out.
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Originally Posted by mav1c
Will the 30mm black bolts work without spacers? Don't want them to bottom out.
Shouldn't be a problem. It's impossible for the bolts to bottom out as the hub threads all the way through. So they may thread through, but I don't think it will be enough to cause any concern.

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There you go , pretty easy.
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