Lug Nuts for Fuel Covert Wheels?

[psuntlion]

I'm embarrassed to ask such a NEWB question, but what lug nuts work for aftermarket wheels like the Fuel Coverts I just bought? I put them on with Gorilla 96644BDX lock nuts, but the lugs seem way too snug. I'm hoping I didn't bollox up the wheels.

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[Frezski]

I run pretty much the same lock nut on my KMC's. It's a tight fit. Is that center cap ring removable? If so, try removing it, it should help you get it all aligned and then pop the center ring back on once the wheel is installed. That's what I had to do the first time around. Last weekend after beadlock ring torque check and rotation, I managed to not take off the center ring by hand threading and rotating the wheel turning the lug nuts when they were top dead center. Took a little more time that way, but I wasn't in a hurry.

 

[Frezski]

Also.. nice color wheels.

 

[psuntlion]

Thanks, @Frezski . Yeah when I put the wheels on for the first time, I realized I needed to get the wheel flush against the hub or the lug nuts would rub up against the center cap. I was able to get them all on, but I’m concerned they’re not seating properly in the holes. I’ll try taking the center caps off to see if that helps.

 

[Frezski]

Thanks, @Frezski . Yeah when I put the wheels on for the first time, I realized I needed to get the wheel flush against the hub or the lug nuts would rub up against the center cap. I was able to get them all on, but I’m concerned they’re not seating properly in the holes. I’ll try taking the center caps off to see if that helps.

Glad you got them on. It takes some work that's for sure. They do get heavy trying to get them aligned right. My assumption is that once the lug nuts are seated firmly they should be on the hub properly. Just hand turning them until they were firm, then hit with the impact in the cross pattern. That was my cheat to the KMC's. Probably would be better if I just took off the center ring though. Good luck man, I am sure you're fine!

 

[jakebrake]

would splined lugs be a better option?

 

[blnewt]

Here's a thread I made on that problem, FWIW the lug nuts I bought have worked great
The part #s for the socket used and the lug nut set are at the bottom of this posting.
https://www.jlwranglerforums.com/fo...etter-safer-lug-nuts.43461/page-2#post-977670

 

[Frezski]

^ I didn't have time to try to dig it up. blnewt did a great comparison and write up.

 

[Focker]

I got this set that fits great for the Icon wheels we just installed. It took some hunting to get a good deal but really nice quality.

Edit... updating post with proper link:
McGard JL Lug/Lock Set

 

[blnewt]

I got this set that fits great for the Icon wheels we just installed. It took some hunting to get a good deal but really nice quality.
https://shop.mcgard.com/products/au...s-5-wheel-locks-1-key-and-1-key-storage-pouch

That set is a 1/2"x20 thread size, the JL is a 14mm x1.5, but I assume this was a reference to the type you purchased??

 

[Focker]

That set is a 1/2"x20 thread size, the JL is a 14mm x1.5, but I assume this was a reference to the type you purchased??

Total dum dum move on my part, just going to quickly. This is the JL set I picked up:
https://shop.mcgard.com/jeep-wrangl...tall-tool-and-1-key-storage-pouch?sku=65585BK

 

[Buckster]

Glad you got them on. It takes some work that's for sure. They do get heavy trying to get them aligned right. My assumption is that once the lug nuts are seated firmly they should be on the hub properly. Just hand turning them until they were firm, then hit with the impact in the cross pattern. That was my cheat to the KMC's. Probably would be better if I just took off the center ring though. Good luck man, I am sure you're fine!

Please properly torque your lugs to correct value by hand. Doesn't take that much longer, less likely to deform the seat, and could save you some serious headache if you ever have to change a tire out in the world.

 

[Frezski]

Please properly torque your lugs to correct value by hand. Doesn't take that much longer, less likely to deform the seat, and could save you some serious headache if you ever have to change a tire out in the world.

I totally get it. I just know my impact on the lowest setting doesn't get anywhere near the proper spec value. Once they're on, its all done by hand with the torque wrench.

 

[Buckster]

I totally get it. I just know my impact on the lowest setting doesn't get anywhere near the proper spec value. Once they're on, its all done by hand with the torque wrench.

Understood my friend. With all the new and inexperienced joining our ranks, just didn't want anyone taking an impact and hammering the shit out of them.

 

[Frezski]

Understood my friend. With all the new and inexperienced joining our ranks, just didn't want anyone taking an impact and hammering the shit out of them.

Not a worry brotha, that's how we all share information and learn!

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