99 F-Body 1/2" Studs on 5x120.00mm Bolt Pattern Wheels?
99 F-Body 1/2" Studs on 5x120.00mm Bolt Pattern Wheels? Incase you don't quite understand why I'm asking.
F-Body STANDARD wheels are 5x120.65mm (or 5x4.75"). The wheels I'm using are more set for the BMW spec of 5x120mm. The STOCK wheel studs are forgiving enough to allow the difference but I was recommended to go to a 1/2" stud with my rear axle upgrade because I intend on putting out some serious numbers..Well.. I am alittle worried that by doing so, my wheels will no longer fit due to the thicker 1/2" stud not being as forgiving as the stock stud...
Does anyone know if my wheels will still fit onto the thicker studs without issues, or has tried this?
If it worked should I be okay, if it didn't work what would you recommend doing?
F-Body STANDARD wheels are 5x120.65mm (or 5x4.75"). The wheels I'm using are more set for the BMW spec of 5x120mm. The STOCK wheel studs are forgiving enough to allow the difference but I was recommended to go to a 1/2" stud with my rear axle upgrade because I intend on putting out some serious numbers..Well.. I am alittle worried that by doing so, my wheels will no longer fit due to the thicker 1/2" stud not being as forgiving as the stock stud...
Does anyone know if my wheels will still fit onto the thicker studs without issues, or has tried this?
If it worked should I be okay, if it didn't work what would you recommend doing?
Incase you don't quite understand why I'm asking.
F-Body STANDARD wheels are 5x120.65mm (or 5x4.75"). The wheels I'm using are more set for the BMW spec of 5x120mm. The STOCK wheel studs are forgiving enough to allow the difference but I was recommended to go to a 1/2" stud with my rear axle upgrade because I intend on putting out some serious numbers. Well.. I am a little worried that by doing so, my wheels will no longer fit due to the thicker 1/2" stud not being as forgiving as the stock stud...
Does anyone know if my wheels will still fit onto the thicker studs without issues, or has tried this?
If it worked should I be okay, if it didn't work what would you recommend doing?
F-Body STANDARD wheels are 5x120.65mm (or 5x4.75"). The wheels I'm using are more set for the BMW spec of 5x120mm. The STOCK wheel studs are forgiving enough to allow the difference but I was recommended to go to a 1/2" stud with my rear axle upgrade because I intend on putting out some serious numbers. Well.. I am a little worried that by doing so, my wheels will no longer fit due to the thicker 1/2" stud not being as forgiving as the stock stud...
Does anyone know if my wheels will still fit onto the thicker studs without issues, or has tried this?
If it worked should I be okay, if it didn't work what would you recommend doing?
I have 1/2” studs in all 4 corners but have the correct bolt pattern for GM. I understand the allure of the beemer rims, they are gorgeous, but I don’t think the 1/2” studs will allow you to fudge the incorrect bolt pattern this time.
There are a few brands that have the correct bolt spacing for you that are pretty similar to the beemer rims, I will see if I can find some pics.....
An option could be these from Weld. They are the spoke style, but give you the strength and the correct bolt pattern
https://www.texas-speed.com/p-5134-w...per-wheel.aspx
https://www.ccwheel.com/wheels/#classic
If your car makes power and really need the 1/2” studs, that would be a good amount of stress on those studs when launching. I personally wouldn’t reccomend it. Maybe if it was a car show queen that never went over 35, but I’m assuming it’s not...
There are a few brands that have the correct bolt spacing for you that are pretty similar to the beemer rims, I will see if I can find some pics.....
An option could be these from Weld. They are the spoke style, but give you the strength and the correct bolt pattern
https://www.texas-speed.com/p-5134-w...per-wheel.aspx
https://www.ccwheel.com/wheels/#classic
If your car makes power and really need the 1/2” studs, that would be a good amount of stress on those studs when launching. I personally wouldn’t reccomend it. Maybe if it was a car show queen that never went over 35, but I’m assuming it’s not...
Last edited by BlackDuk98; Feb 14, 2018 at 12:36 PM.
How about buying wheels with the correct lug pattern? The wheels/tires are the only thing that keep your car off the ground, and under control. Throwing a lot of horsepower to an improper wheel set-up isn't that good of an idea. The 5x4.75" bolt pattern has been a GM standard for over 60 years. Finding wheels with that bolt circle shouldn't be all that difficult.
Right now I'm using hubcentric rings and haven't had any vibrations or problems for alittle over a year. I'm thinking of seeing if I can have the axle modified to fit the wheel.
I have 1/2” studs in all 4 corners but have the correct bolt pattern for GM. I understand the allure of the beemer rims, they are gorgeous, but I don’t think the 1/2” studs will allow you to fudge the incorrect bolt pattern this time.
There are a few brands that have the correct bolt spacing for you that are pretty similar to the beemer rims, I will see if I can find some pics.....
An option could be these from Weld. They are the spoke style, but give you the strength and the correct bolt pattern
https://www.texas-speed.com/p-5134-w...per-wheel.aspx
https://www.ccwheel.com/wheels/#classic
If your car makes power and really need the 1/2” studs, that would be a good amount of stress on those studs when launching. I personally wouldn’t reccomend it. Maybe if it was a car show queen that never went over 35, but I’m assuming it’s not...
There are a few brands that have the correct bolt spacing for you that are pretty similar to the beemer rims, I will see if I can find some pics.....
An option could be these from Weld. They are the spoke style, but give you the strength and the correct bolt pattern
https://www.texas-speed.com/p-5134-w...per-wheel.aspx
https://www.ccwheel.com/wheels/#classic
If your car makes power and really need the 1/2” studs, that would be a good amount of stress on those studs when launching. I personally wouldn’t reccomend it. Maybe if it was a car show queen that never went over 35, but I’m assuming it’s not...
I'll show you what I'm after:
Thats whats currently on my car.
Edit: Another thing I was slightly considering was having the axle's made slightly shorter and installing an adapter with 1/2" studs to correct the lug pattern -- but really trying to avoid that.
The other issue as to why I don't want to change is my wheels are 19" Diameter and its pretty hard finding that on a 4.75" lug pattern, I wanted to stay 19" as well.
Last edited by Need4Camaro; Feb 14, 2018 at 02:08 PM.
Well, I think I've come to terms. Quick Performance does offer the 5x120mm but I was told this wasn't a good idea. MWC gave me an idea to use a Duo of 12mm and 1/2" (meaning I can upgrade to 1/2" later.) I'm probably going to do that and just be on the lookout for 19" Wheels that can fit an F-Body 4.75" specs in the mean time.
