just ordered new wheels

[Blevinsbulldog]

Just ordered classic II's 16x10's & need to know what lugs i need. I dont like the looks of the long ones but dont realy know if i have to use them. any of these work?


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[sparg93]

I just ordered a set of Classic II's as well!! I hope you're having them clear coated or painted (clear) if you want to keep them clean.

I'm not sure if you have ever had raw polished alum rims before, but it is IMPOSSIBLE to keep them looking new...even if you wash, wax and polish them every wkd.

I personally went with a set of Gorilla locking, they have a nice set that isn't very long.

Here is a quote from MT's website to help with the type you need:
Top quality lug nuts with a 60 deg. conical bulge seat area should be used. (Gorilla and McGard are two popular name brands.) Once you have selected your lug nut of choice, we suggest that you torque them to the factory recommendation (OE). Consult your owner's manual for proper torque. Mickey Thompson also requires you to re-torque our wheels after 100 miles.

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I think this is the set i ordered:
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/GOR-91984/?rtype=10

I like them b/c the locking lugs look identical to the others and are only slightly taller and do not have the open ends.

 

[Blevinsbulldog]

Where in the world do you have them clear coated??????? never herd of anybody doing this

 

[THE YETI]

Where in the world do you have them clear coated??????? never herd of anybody doing this

It's actually pretty common. Intro used to have an option for this.

 

[sparg93]

I would seriously recommend have them clear "powder coated" prior to mounting them...

Check out powder coaters in your area, should be <$100 per wheel. You have aluminum rims, so they MUST use a low temp powder. Any powder that melts near 400 F will be too high and will alter the structual integrity of the rim. Not all powder coaters takes this into account, so ask prior.

A less expensive, but still good option, is a two-stage clear paint specifically for applications such as rims. I've seen systems for around $65 that will cover both rims.

But again, i highly recommend you do this prior to mounting.