Wheel studs

[Speenybean]

Is is necessary to add extended wheels studs when putting on spacers? I know I have to use extended lug nuts but wasn't sure if studs were a requirement. If so 70mm? Thanks guys

[M5Rick]

Originally Posted by Speenybean

Is is necessary to add extended wheels studs when putting on spacers? I know I have to use extended lug nuts but wasn't sure if studs were a requirement. If so 70mm? Thanks guys

It's necessary for your safety, just add the width of your spacers to the measurement of the standard ones and you know what ones you have to purchase including the locking wheel lug.

[Dwaynos]

I only used 5mm spacers but they came with extended wheel bolts. I used the original locking bolts because there was enough length on them to get a good number of turns. Anything more than 5mm though and you'll need a full set.

[Speenybean]

Originally Posted by M5theonlyone

It's necessary for your safety, just add the width of your spacers to the measurement of the standard ones and you know what ones you have to purchase including the locking wheel lug.

Originally Posted by M5theonlyone

It's necessary for your safety, just add the width of your spacers to the measurement of the standard ones and you know what ones you have to purchase including the locking wheel lug.

I'm not speaking on behalf of extended lug nuts. I know they're required and most spacer kits come with them. I'm speaking specifically on extended wheel studs.

[Speenybean]

Originally Posted by Dwaynos

I only used 5mm spacers but they came with extended wheel bolts. I used the original locking bolts because there was enough length on them to get a good number of turns. Anything more than 5mm though and you'll need a full set.

Originally Posted by M5theonlyone

It's necessary for your safety, just add the width of your spacers to the measurement of the standard ones and you know what ones you have to purchase including the locking wheel lug.

Originally Posted by Dwaynos

I only used 5mm spacers but they came with extended wheel bolts. I used the original locking bolts because there was enough length on them to get a good number of turns. Anything more than 5mm though and you'll need a full set.

I'm not speaking on behalf of extended lug nuts. I know they're required and most spacer kits come with them. I'm speaking specifically on extended wheel studs.

[Dwaynos]

Sorry I misread your question. I'm not sure about the use of studs if I'm honest, I know some people do use them but not sure on the benefits.

[M5Rick]

You'll still need them,only bit of work involved.Generally you need minimum of six turns of wheel nut for security but for these cars the more the better.
Go onto u-tube: How to Replace Wheel Studs or Replacing Studs the 'Easy Way' by Eric the Car Guy.Com

[Dwaynos]

Originally Posted by M5theonlyone

You'll still need them,only bit of work involved.Generally you need minimum of six turns of wheel nut for security but for these cars the more the better.
Go onto u-tube: How to Replace Wheel Studs or Replacing Studs the 'Easy Way' by Eric the Car Guy.Com

I think you're referring to splined knock out type wheel studs. Bmws use wheel bolts. You can buy stud conversions with threads on either end. I think this is what the OP is asking about.

[M5Rick]

Originally Posted by Dwaynos

I think you're referring to splined knock out type wheel studs. Bmws use wheel bolts. You can buy stud conversions with threads on either end. I think this is what the OP is asking about.

Yes this is what I gather he was referring too.

[Speenybean]

Originally Posted by M5theonlyone

Yes this is what I gather he was referring too.

Originally Posted by M5theonlyone

Yes this is what I gather he was referring too.

I just realized our cars use wheel bolts not lug nuts. So if I put spacers on can I just use extended lug bolts? I won't need extended studs like 75mm?

[Sweattdogg]

I believe most spacers come with the longer bolts already so you should be all set. Just make sure you use the longer bolts. I'm running 12mm all around on my M5