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• Re: Nokian Tires
  Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
  Tue, 27 Dec 2005 12:44:50 -0900
  Mark, Your Nokian dealer has the option of ordering tires with or without studs from the factory. Our local dealer orders most of their...
• Re: Putting on tires: three hands
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Tue, 28 Aug 2012 15:18:43 +0000
  ...use bolts instead of having studs on the wheels," he > said. > I can see his point. With studs, you have something to hang the...
• Re: wheels
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 16 Nov 2010 22:58:07 -0800
  and besides, that will save you having to fit spacers, or longer bolts/studs or boring out the centers of these wheels. many more...
• Re: stranded
  Historical mailing list - Dean Paul Karpowicz
  Fri, 30 Sep 1994 13:33:56 -0500 (CDT)
  ...They went from lug bolts in the old days, to nuts and studs in the 70's and are back to bolts again on...
• Re: 15" VS. 16' WHEELS
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Tue, 16 Mar 2010 11:23:38 -0700
  ...I think that with some 16" > wheel/tire configurations there may be interference problems that can't be > solved with different spacers/lugs/studs...
• more (interesting) questions about rhein rims
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 12 Aug 2004 12:27:28 -0700
  ...do most of you running these wheels use the stock lug studs in the rear? because some of the nuts only went on like...
• Re: Wheel Offsets
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 22 Mar 2005 06:17:16 -0500
  ...Empi was the manufacturer of the studs. I remember having to be careful about the front wheels and the need for a larger than...
• F.S. more alloy wheels for vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Turner,Ronald L.
  14 Sep 96 15:01:32 EDT
  ...elongated studs for the rear. For those who are unaware of what these look like, they look just like the "carat" wheel, but instead...
• Re: 16x7" MB CLK Alloys W/ No Drilling from Tire Rack $88/each!!
  Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
  Sat, 1 Aug 2009 12:21:12 -0600
  ...Using the wheels with incorrect ball seat can be disastrous! >> The rear studs may also be a problem if in fact the wheels are...
• Re: Putting on tires: three hands
  Historical mailing list - Vern in Bend
  Tue, 28 Aug 2012 08:14:25 -0700
  ...use bolts instead of having studs on the wheels," he > said. > > I can see his point. With studs, you have something to hang the...
• Re: Passat Wheels
  Historical mailing list - ID Workshop
  Fri, 26 Oct 2001 22:03:16 -0700
  ...You may also need > longer studs depending again on which wheel you are intending to use. > > I have access to some of the longer...
• Re: FS: Rare 15" Fuchs forged 5 spoke alloy wheels, fit vanagon and eurovan
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Sun, 16 Mar 2003 16:01:26 EST
  ...fit -- spacers, longer studs/bolts and enlarging centerbore. Price those services and parts. Add that to the price of the wheels. If you can...
• Re: WTB 15" South Africa rims
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 13 Dec 2005 02:43:11 EST
  ...since theyre steelies, then you dont have to change your rear studs. whats the offset stamped on the wheels?? i know the audi 5000T...
• Re: Alloy Wheel Lug Nuts/Bolts
  Historical mailing list - Dan Moy
  Wed, 1 Apr 1998 09:55:23 -0500
  I second that, I checked into the price of new lug-nuts, bolts and studs over $100.00 for a complete set. Dan Moy...
• PS Re: will these wheels fit???
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Thu, 19 Feb 2004 13:41:05 EST
  ...You also need to check how big the hole is for the lugbolts/studs. BenT
• Re: Wheel alternative failure?..
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Tue, 15 Sep 2009 10:27:31 +1200
  ...Machining an aluminum wheel to take larger studs doesn't reduce the strength of the centers... the amount of metal removed in minuscule. Any...
• Re: More counter-intuition re traction (some token VW content)
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Tue, 28 Dec 1999 01:22:06 +0100
  ...wheel drive's still just need > them on the back wheels. Any other states with similar laws? This sounds dangerous, to only have studs...
• Re: 87 wheels on n 81?
  Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
  Thu, 13 Jun 2002 16:51:05 -0400
  ...but be sure to grab the hardware too including the longer rear studs (w/nuts) and longer front bolts. Thanks, Chris ---- Original message ---- >Date...
• Re: lug nuts torque-
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 25 Jun 2010 20:33:50 -0700
  ...and studs in the rear would start with the normal type wheels in 71, I believe. by normal I mean a center hole of...
• Re: Lug replacement procedure?
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Tue, 8 Feb 2000 08:41:45 -0800
  Chris, I assume you mean wheel stud when you say lug. These studs are pressed into the flange, and if you have enough clearance...
• Re: Passat Wheels a possibility
  Historical mailing list - Simon Reinhardt
  Mon, 11 May 2009 10:37:45 -0500
  A friend of mine has those exact wheels on his syncro. The center bore needs to be opened up by a machinist, and the...
• Mercedes 16 inch wheels
  Historical mailing list - Tom Rehkugler
  Mon, 16 Aug 1999 19:24:56 -0700
  ...16 x 7 ET38 wheels from a 1988 Mercedes 300, advertised in the local trader paper. They have 17mm studs, so the bolt holes...
• Re: Secret $15 steel wheel source
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 23 Dec 2008 14:54:33 -0800
  Sometimes the bolt holes in the wheels, even though made for 12 mm wheel studs or bolts, are large enough so a 14mm vanagon...
• Re: What do I need to install 15" wheels?
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 20 Feb 2002 08:45:02 EST
  ...I also have longer rear studs if anyone is installing Mercedes or Audi rims on their van and needs these. They are at a...
• Re: torque wheels?
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Thu, 2 Nov 2000 19:54:58 -0600
  > Can I assume that it would be appropriate for my '85 Westy's wheels also, to > be torqued at > 80 lbs of pressure. folks...
• Re: will these rims fit one of my vanagons?
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Tue, 28 Mar 2006 13:44:48 -0800
  ...if you try to omit the spacer. > > The wheels will need longer bolts and studs in either use. > > Jake, I believe Evan is mistaken...
• Re: lug nuts torque-
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 25 Jun 2010 23:30:32 -0700
  ...studs, or line up bolt holes. it's a shop tool of course .. and it is darn hard to wrestle a heavy wheel/tire...
• OEM Mercedes 16X8J 5 spoke alloy rims
  Historical mailing list - Troy
  Fri, 10 Apr 2009 08:39:11 -0800
  You may want to look at this link on the Samba http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=203519 "What wheels fit...
• Re: Nuts!...Axle Nuts!
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 10 Jul 1996 01:50:45 -0500
  ...Take off the lug nuts and separate the drum/hub from the wheel. 6. Hold the drum with the studs facing upward (about waist...
• Re: 15" VS. 16' WHEELS
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Mon, 15 Mar 2010 08:13:34 -0700
  ...I think that with some 16" > wheel/tire configurations there may be interference problems that can't be > solved with different spacers/lugs/studs...
• Re: MERCEDES WHEELS 62MM?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 19 Dec 2008 13:43:54 -0800
  ...wheels of > a higher ET is closer than wheels with a smaller ET number. > > With 62mm offset you will need much longer wheel studs...
• about wheelsize--what is the lug nut pattern/size for 84 vanagon
  Historical mailing list - gary goldey
  Sun, 25 Dec 2005 07:44:42 -0800
  ...devices used at tire stores to determine the distance between the studs---what is the typical size for an 84 Vanagon/passenger 2wd 1...
• Wheels, nuts/bolts, etc.
  Historical mailing list - DaveC
  Thu, 16 May 2002 14:02:27 -0700
  ...be able to mount the alloy wheels *temporarily* until I get the brake kit installed that takes studs and nuts. Any suggestions for a...
• Re: Rear Drums wont come off.
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 7 Jul 1994 06:40:54 -0400
  ...lug studs and give it 10 minutes to work its magic. IF you want a sure fire solution - assemble tools, remove 46mm wheel nut...
• 16" alloys for vanagon For Sale or trade
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 16 Mar 2006 13:21:28 EST
  ...and studs etc.. and if your mounting these on a 2wd, i have the correct spacers too. i have 5 of these wheels, brand...
• Re: 16" alloys for the vanagon, check this out
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Wed, 23 May 2001 15:58:45 -0700
  ...they are nice wheels. BTW the sample had a > spacer for proper offset. > > JordanVw@aol.com wrote: > > > > check out these cool wheels for the...
• Re: [Syncro] wheel offset question, syncro
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 10 May 2020 11:04:49 -0700
  ...Depending on wheel thickness at the lug holes, and of course if adding spacers, you may have to add longer wheel studs. The rears...
• Re: Yes, wheels... again! (long)
  Historical mailing list - Chris Turner
  Thu, 9 Oct 1997 00:15:25 -0400
  ...the vanagon alloy wheel cap.) it cost me 10 bucks apiece to machine each wheel. -got some elongated lug studs for the rears (1...
• Re: VW (orig) Mudflap Installation
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 19 Mar 2009 11:33:38 EDT
  ...wheel, then its basic. just place the brackets over the frame rail and drill holes. and drill holes in the body where the studs...
• Re: 2.1L Oil pressure problem: Rods: SYMPTOM NOT CAUSE:UNBALANCED crank the ....
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Mon, 12 Feb 2001 09:33:56 EST
  ...The 8 mm head studs were constantly pulling from the case. VW came up with 10 mm studs and case savers: Bigger threads in...
• Re: Will the wheel fall off?
  Historical mailing list - bueses
  Mon, 1 May 2006 10:27:08 -0600
  ...I think they supposed to have about 10 >> turns, but I only have 6 turns on my rear wheels and they have been like...
• Re: Wheel Spacers
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Wed, 12 Sep 2001 18:15:56 -0700
  ...I'd also like to buy > a set of longer wheel studs for the rear. > > Thanks, > > Jim Huskins
• Re: 15 inch South African Factory Alloy Wheels
  Historical mailing list - andrewbell
  Wed, 25 Jul 2001 08:08:23 -0500
  I have the Rhein wheels on my Van - 15" of pure SA alloy love! As I recall, I only removed a small bolt on...
• Re: Mercedes Rims -- 112mm 5bolt pattern?
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Thu, 21 Dec 2000 18:06:02 -0800
  Very few 15" Mercedes stock wheels will fit the 2 WD Vanagons without spacers and longer studs. The easy ones to find are the...
• Re: Putting on tires: three hands
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Tue, 28 Aug 2012 15:37:52 +0000
  ...use bolts instead of having studs on the wheels," > > he > > said. > > > > I can see his point. With studs, you have something to hang the...
• Re: oh no, Wheel offset again! Help!
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 5 Mar 1999 02:04:06 EST
  ...wheels on the vanagon, and all you need to do is machine the centers of the wheels (center hub hole) and run longer studs...
• Long life Coolant & alloy wheel questions
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:21:18 -0700
  ...Also, I got a set of 14" VW alloy wheels along with this rig, but no studs/nuts or center caps. Any ideas where...
• Re: Front end bushings -' 88 GL
  Historical mailing list - Ken
  Tue, 15 Nov 2016 11:58:50 -0500
  ...They were very helpful before I ordered extended wheel studs. -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of...
• Re: Found on ePay... Ronal R9's
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 13 Jun 2006 18:20:49 -0700
  Oh, I like those wheels! There is a diesel up near Crescent Park with them and they really look great on a Vanagon. Unfortunately...
• Re: passat steel rims and tires
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Tue, 14 Jan 2003 22:51:44 EST
  ...offset your intended wheels are. If you use spacers you will need longer front lugbolts for 2wd and longer studs for Syncros and 2wd...
• Re: Mercedes Alloy wheels
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Wed, 2 Aug 2000 08:36:21 -0700
  ...There is a steel > insert in the wheels so drilling will not harm the wheel. The big thing is the > lug bolts and studs...
• Re: What are the Mercedes wheels that fit the vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Sat, 3 Sep 2011 22:54:21 -0500
  ...Added the studs to the front for easier wheel changing. There's maybe 3/8" clearance from the sidewall to the upper ball joint...
• Re: Mercedes rims ET48 - bad idea?
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
  Sat, 26 Feb 2005 07:03:31 -0800
  ...Once you've factored in the cost of spacers and longers studs or bolts, any savings on the wheels would have evaporated. BenT TJ...
• Re: FS: Mercedes CLK forged alloy wheels
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Sat, 18 Dec 2010 12:48:11 -0800
  ...are the wheels which only need the lugholes enlarged to work on the Syncro or 2wd. They do not require longer studs. Some have...
• Re: 15" wheels with tires!! SNOW TIRES!! Not mine!!!
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Thu, 6 Jan 2005 01:32:57 -0800
  ...that alloy wheels require specific hardware. Alloys typically have thicker mounting pads compared to steel rims. That means longer lugbolts or studs as applicable...
• Re: 14" VW Alloys
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Sat, 21 Jun 2008 00:05:15 -0700
  ...they can offer alloy wheels w/o having to install longer studs. Keep in mind that factory alloy wheels have a thicker mounting pad...
• Re: corrado speedline wheels on a vw?
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Thu, 13 May 2004 13:55:47 EDT
  ...Scirocco wheels are hubcentric. The holes are too small for Vanagons ro Syncros. That said, anything can be made to fit to just about...
• Re: Source for longer wheel bolts & studs?
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Thu, 15 Jul 2010 22:23:45 -0700
  ...BenT On Jul 15, 2010, at 10:04 PM, Shawn Wright <vwdiesels@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > Ok, machining 1.5mm material from EV wheels is...
• Re: Putting on tires: three hands
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Tue, 28 Aug 2012 11:46:11 -0400
  ...use bolts instead of having studs on the wheels," he > said. > > I can see his point. With studs, you have something to hang the...
• Re: Vanagon alloy wheel question
  Historical mailing list - John C...
  Thu, 30 Oct 2008 23:38:41 +0000
  ...Westy. > He said when he tried to mount them the rear studs were too short. Is > there a difference in stud length in alloy...