What size wheel spacers can I use with stock studs?
01-09-2011, 12:22 PM
#1
What size wheel spacers can I use with stock studs?
Hey everyone,
One more question, I need to use spacers on my front rims to get them to clear the caliper. I tried 5mm but they need another 1-2mm to clear (see attachments). I read somewhere, you can use 7mm on stock studs, any advice?
Are the larger spacers (and replacement studs) relatively easy to install?
Thanks in advance!
One more question, I need to use spacers on my front rims to get them to clear the caliper. I tried 5mm but they need another 1-2mm to clear (see attachments). I read somewhere, you can use 7mm on stock studs, any advice?
Are the larger spacers (and replacement studs) relatively easy to install?
Thanks in advance!
01-13-2011, 10:58 AM
#7
With a 5mm spacer on an oem length stud, you are on the verge of what is considered safe. And by the verge, i mean on the verge....ie about 4-4.5 threads into the lug nut. To me....that is just not comforting by any means. Either get extended studs or get a spacer large enough that has built in studs.
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01-15-2011, 04:48 PM
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Just get H&R 10mm with extended studs and call it a day.. I never knew 7mms existed anyways lol
05-03-2012, 08:33 AM
#12
I just had to deal with this same problem, and I tried the 5mm spacers and didn't work, so even at 10mm I was cutting it closed, decided to just order the 15mm H&R spacers with the build in studs from Coz/Mike they are sponsors here and I have about 4 mm clearance so is not too bad, i'll add pictures later today when I get home.
05-03-2012, 02:30 PM
#13
From IchibaUSA.com purchase extended studs. Only $3 each. Order 10 studs for both wheels. Comes to $30.
Replacing bigger studs are not as complicated and hard. For me it took 45 minutes so +- an hour job at the shop. But if you DIY should only cost you $40.58.
1. Remove Wheels
2. Remove Caliper
3. Remove Rotor
4. Turn the hub to expose back end @ 3'o clock. Use washer and open nuts to push the studs out through the back.
5. Do the same for other side.
Walla you are done with less than $50 out of your pocket. Never heard of H&R 10mm for our cars, LOL. Rather 15mm and they will cost you $119.95 a pair. Which is basically same as what you get above. Only difference is the Center bore will fit exactly on your hub. So less prone for vibrations. So the choice is yours.
Removing wheels and Removing Rotors are straight forward so I will not go over them. However removing the caliper is bit challenging.
1. On wheel steering column remove two bolts left and right which secure brake lines.
2. The brake lines which runs through back of the steering column are bent like a spring. So removing those two bolts relieves tension. And exposes the top mounting Bolt. Which without the step #1 it is impossible to fit the socket through.
3. Using 22mm socket remove top and bottom bolts.
4. Gently slide the caliper so you create enough space to remove the Rotors.
OH one more. The space will be limited and tighter. However you could do this without the need of removing the rotors nor calipers.
Now you could go the other route of removing the brake line from the caliper. Before attempting to remove the calipers. However you will have to replace the fluids, and re-bleed your lines afterward.
Good Luck
Last edited by joo030879; 05-03-2012 at 02:46 PM.
05-03-2012, 02:50 PM
#14
Also if you are able to go with 15mm without rubbing the fenders. Consider H&R 15mm Spacers. This you can really DIY. For example you would at least pay $40 for all the parts you will need. If you can not replace studs yourself. And only option for you to pay $100 for someone else to do it for you. Go with H&R 15mm DRM Spacers.
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