Wheel Stud Size?

[SeanH]

I've upgraded to 320i brakes up front. I want to buy some wheel studs for this and like the Apex kit quite a bit.

Anyone know what size I need?

What size are the old ones? MM width X thread pitch? 12X1.25 or something like that?

I'm at work and can't quite remember, but the hubs from a 320i are threaded right?

Thanks!

Sean

[boxy02]

Yes, the 320 fronts are threaded for 12x1.50.

(I just did this, and pressed-in studs for the rear)

[SeanH]

Pressed in studs for the rear? Did you upgrade to discs in the back?

If I'm using 320i drums in the back, can't I just use the the hub with studs thingy that I pulled of the original brakes (sits right behind the castle nut)?

Sean

[boxy02]

Yes, I have discs in the rear and I needed longer studs. I upgraded to forged rear stub axles as well.

If you're running 320 rear drums and wheel cylinders you should be fine with the stock rear hubs/studs. Did you check your rear stub axles for rust and wear? If not CD will give you a tongue-lashing (they like to break just behind the axle nut).

Cheers,

[SeanH]

Yeah, they looked pretty shiny and solid so I lathered em in grease and put everything back together.

It shouldn't have any problem holding up to the BMW V10 I put in there right? :-)

[boxy02]

V10? no problem at all...just remember to steer into the skid. 8^)