do i need to change studs for skinnies?
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i have 15"draglite skinnies im bout to throw on the front of my 2002 camaro ss do i have to go with a longer stud?also does anyone no the correct lugnut size im also gunna be running a spacer to clear the caliper,thanks..Dan
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Originally Posted by Little G
Depends on where you're racing. Island doesn't like to see the stock studs being used. Etown and Atco could care less.
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i changed mine, just to play it safe. i didnt wanna get to the track and tell me i need them. the lugnuts are 12x1.50, and like noyzee said, you'll need the race style nuts, and a 5/16th spacer, and you should be good to go
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Originally Posted by 01ws6transam
i have heard the front studs tend to snap off with weld prostars and draglights but im not sure.. i may upgrade before i put my skinnies on, just for a safety precaution
BTW: Don't buy the Weld lugs. They are junk, they always rust.
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I got some extra 5/16 laying around brand new I didn't use you wnat them you just pay shipping
that would be shimms that is doooh
i liked the 3/8's myself
that would be shimms that is doooh
i liked the 3/8's myself
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