Web5 mei 2015 · Thread length/depth is extremely critical. The nut-to-stud or bolt-to-female thread engagement area must be sufficient to properly secure the wheel. At bare minimum, thread engagement depth must be greater than the diameter of the thread (for example, if the thread is 12 mm, thread engagement depth must be greater than 12 mm). Web17 aug. 2015 · Here, we are adding a 2nd washer to the last of the 4 studs. Add washers one set at a time, and test-fit the wheel each time until you get the additional space you need. For the most accurate measurement, use a Vernier caliper. Here, our washers measure out to be 7/16", so that is the size spacer we need.
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Web24 dec. 2024 · According to most manufacturers including McGard, the minimum thread engagement for a lug nut should be equal to the diameter of the stud width. Example: A 12mm x 1.5 lug nut would mean you'd need 12mm (.473") of thread engagement. Web21 mrt. 2005 · as far as mechanical strength is concerned, you only need 3 threads. this is the textbook answer. the real world answer is 5, 3 + 2 in. case any of the 1st three fail (66% safety factor). count the number. of threads in any std nut. How many threads are involved depends on the elasticity and cross. randrianja roger
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Web30 mrt. 2013 · When it comes to wheel spacers, based on the many posts I've read, most people's concerns seem to be with the amount of thread engagement for the lug nuts … Web3 dec. 2024 · A regular hex nut has a thread length equal to 0.875 times the nominal diameter of the bolt. The tensile stress areas may be calculated with the following formulas: As = 0.7854* (D – (0.9743/n)^2, where D = the nominal inch diameter & n is the number of threads/inch. As = 0.7854* (D – .938p)^2, where D = the nominal metric diameter and p … Web8 feb. 2012 · My TPI spacer kit specifically says.there should be 12mm minimum in the hub. The tpi kits come with bolts and supply (in my kit) a 42mm bolt for a 15mm spacer. With the sizes you mentioned you will be ok, as youve not said you're running spacers. S3 wheels are 17x7.5 et32 so your new wheels should fit and look the same. rand rajeev ramchand