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Old 12-04-2006, 05:13 AM
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Default Using 20mm spacers in the rear, what size lug bolts...

To keep the same length currently, I'd need 48mm, but the only bolt options I can find are either 47mm or 50mm. I just don't know if 47 would be too short or if 50mm would be too long and put pressure on something within the hub? Which size is suggested?
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47mm are the right ones
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Default Thanks Joe... Another question...

Also is it correct to assume that ALL aftermarket wheels use conical bolts, or could some possibly use ball seat bolts? I have Axis Decade wheels.

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Default Some Axis wheels..>>

Use 12mm "Tuner" lugs. Standard are 14mm and won't fit on some models. Best to check. They are usually conical to my knowledge, but check..(on left)

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Default That may explain why it shaved some of the clearcoat out of the bolt holes.

Does going to 12mm effect it fitting the hubs on the TT?
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Default Tuner lugs are a bit different..

The studs have 14mm threads where they mount to the hub, then 12mm the rest of the length. Wheels are retained with Nuts. There is a pic (14mm anyway) at the link below..<ul><li><a href="https://forums.audiworld.com/tt/msgs/1581493.phtml">https://forums.audiworld.com/tt/msgs/1581493.phtml</a</li></ul>
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Is that the link you meant to show?
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Default So I would need 12x1.5 tuner lugs or 14x1.5 tuner lugs

I just don't understand how to determine whether the bolt is 14mm at the hub side. Also, any idea where to get these?

Also I'm adding spacers, so I would need 43mm and 48mm bolts in the correct length.

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Ooops!...Fixed!
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Default Bolt size into the hub is 14mm with a 1.5 pitch...>

But your wheels are likely drilled for 12mm studs. Maybe someone with some experience on these will chime in. I know CdnTT has them on his car. Fixed the link above too...


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