In a message dated 8/23/00 5:34:51 AM Pacific Daylight Time,
bugle@bilenky.com writes:

<< What about a cheaper source for studs? Also, my MB wheels had pressed in
 steel washers that came out nicely for boring and ball radiusing in the
 lathe , then pressed back in as if they were meant for my
 "Uber-agon" all along! >>

You can get the same from wrecking yards. However, they are more difficult to
remove. Bring a big sledge. Other alternative is to use Empi studs. I get
them for $3 for 5. Most places sell it for $7-$8 for 5. The only thing I
don't like is the nipple at the end of each stud. You can grind these down if
you don't like the way they look. Having them makes wheel installation a
little easier.

BenT