Lug nuts

[al704]

Anyone have a source for quality lug nuts

 

[Notgrownup]

Anyone have a source for quality lug nuts

I would stop by a reputable rim store.

 

[rhino 2]

Anyone have a source for quality lug nuts

Al……….Exactly what do you mean by…Quality Lug Nuts??…Chrome??

 

[al704]

Al……….Exactly what do you mean by…Quality Lug Nuts??…Chrome??

Somewhere I got the idea that the OEM two piece lug nuts were inferior to a solid one piece nut, my research now leads me to think I may have been wrong.

 

[Jack Klarich]

Somewhere I got the idea that the OEM two piece lug nuts were inferior to a solid one piece nut, my research now leads me to think I may have been wrong.

They are inferior the outer shell can work loose, can also get water and brake dust intrusion under the cap. This can cause the outer shell to swell( these were a real challenge on cars and trucks from Northern states, some needed a socket pounded on to remove them

A true 1 piece chrome nut IMO is way better and will last longer, Mcguard lug nuts are top notch

 

[Rogue1]

They are inferior the outer shell can work loose, can also get water and brake dust intrusion under the cap. This can cause the outer shell to swell( these were a real challenge on cars and trucks from Northern states, some needed a socket pounded on to remove them

A true 1 piece chrome nut IMO is way better and will last longer, Mcguard lug nuts are top notch

I concur

 

[Olddog]

They are inferior the outer shell can work loose, can also get water and brake dust intrusion under the cap. This can cause the outer shell to swell( these were a real challenge on cars and trucks from Northern states, some needed a socket pounded on to remove them

A true 1 piece chrome nut IMO is way better and will last longer, Mcguard lug nuts are top notch

Where do you get them Jack?

Where do you buy them, Jack?

 

[nucseal]

Here is Mcguard

https://www.amazon.com/McGard-64000-Chrome-Cone-Style/dp/B000COS0F6/ref=sr_1_8?crid=2Q4LDD8ZE2HDY&keywords=mcgard%2Blug%2Bnuts&qid=1700183448&sprefix=mc%2Bguard%2Caps%2C117&sr=8-8&th=1

or

[url]https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00H1I639Q/?coliid=I3UT57QTT8YZLN&colid=3HSIJW2V0R4KJ&ref_=list_c_wl_lv_ov_lig_dp_it&th=1

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[Zammy]

Amazon has them

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=mcgard+l...325656&tag=googhydr-20&ref=pd_sl_75vsdt0rhj_e

 

[14TG]

Anyone have a source for quality lug nuts

The thread size is 1/2-20, but make sure you get a “bulge type” lug nut.

As mentioned, McGard is one of the best lug nuts, “Gorilla” brand is an OK aftermarket brand too.

 

[rhino 2]

The thread size is 1/2-20, but make sure you get a “bulge type” lug nut.

As mentioned, McGard is one of the best lug nuts, “Gorilla” brand is an OK aftermarket brand too.

Brett.Welcome to Trike Talk…...

 

[Jack Klarich]

The thread size is 1/2-20, but make sure you get a “bulge type” lug nut.

As mentioned, McGard is one of the best lug nuts, “Gorilla” brand is an OK aftermarket brand too.

Hi Brett, :welcome: to Trike Talk and your first post

 

[hydraglide]

The thread size is 1/2-20, but make sure you get a “bulge type” lug nut.

I’ve been around cars/bikes for many years and I’ve never heard of “bulge type” lug nuts…

Now that I have, I’d like to learn what the difference(s) are.

Thanks!

 

[Burnerboy]

I just learned something new this morning.............. I always thought that a Lug Nut was JUST a lug nut...

BUT I never ride my TRIKE in the salt, or dirt, so it doesn't worry me, that I don't have the best nuts in town.......I just want "em" to work!!

Ronnie

12/31/23

 

[Dan SC]

The lug nuts used on Tri Glides are 60 degree conical seat.

"Bulge" refers to the area just past the conical seat.

 

[14TG]

Brett.Welcome to Trike Talk…...

Hi Brett, :welcome: to Trike Talk and your first post

Thank you! :drinks:

 

[14TG]

I’ve been around cars/bikes for many years and I’ve never heard of “bulge type” lug nuts…

Now that I have, I’d like to learn what the difference(s) are.

Thanks!

I just learned something new this morning.............. I always thought that a Lug Nut was JUST a lug nut...

BUT I never ride my TRIKE in the salt, or dirt, so it doesn't worry me, that I don't have the best nuts in town.......I just want "em" to work!!

Ronnie

12/31/23

A quick description: a “regular” lugnut will usually utilize a 13/16” socket to install or remove… the “bulge type” which is used on the Trikes will utilize a 3/4” socket and will fit the hole opening of the wheel better, especially if using a thicker impact type of socket.

Although both utilize a 60* taper, there’s a little more contact surface area on the bulge type too.

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[Burnerboy]

I learn something NEW every day, and today I learned that there's a difference in lug nuts..............Thank you muchly!! :topsecret:

Ronnie

1/1/24

 

[gtrb]

Same here, I never knew there was a difference. I had heard there was but never checked into it. Thanks for the information

 

[Dan SC]

A quick description: a “regular” lugnut will usually utilize a 13/16” socket to install or remove… the “bulge type” which is used on the Trikes will utilize a 3/4” socket and will fit the hole opening of the wheel better, especially if using a thicker impact type of socket.

A 19MM socket fits a bit better than a 3/4".

 

[14TG]

A 19MM socket fits a bit better than a 3/4".

Both sizes are very close as 19mm is only .002 (two thousandths) smaller than 3/4” and can interchange pretty good with one another.

Personally I use a 3/4” 6 point impact socket, which fit my lug nuts better than my 19mm. (Could just be my brand of sockets) :Shrug:

 

[rhino 2]

Both sizes are very close as 19mm is only .002 (two thousandths) smaller than 3/4” and can interchange pretty good with one another.

Personally I use a 3/4” 6 point impact socket, which fit my lug nuts better than my 19mm. (Could just be my brand of sockets) :Shrug:

Might be the brand of sockets .....My 19 MM Is a tighter fit than my 3/4...

Also most of my sockets are over 50 years plus so that could be a factor....And well used by my two Sons and me..

 

[Jack Klarich]

I have been using this for more years than I can remember, it came as a set, both 3/4 13/16th and 19mm /21mm with a impact extension

 

[Rogue1]

I have been using this for more years than I can remember, it came as a set, both 3/4 13/16th and 19mm /21mm with a impact extension

I bought a set of lug nuts for my Tri Glide at O'Reilly's. They turned out to be 13/16. I've never seen 13/16 lug nuts before.

 

[rhino 2]

I bought a set of lug nuts for my Tri Glide at O'Reilly's. They turned out to be 13/16. I've never seen 13/16 lug nuts before.

I have multiples of 13/16 (Almost 21MM)....Haven't had much use for them...:Shrug:.

 

[Jack Klarich]

I have multiples of 13/16 (Almost 21MM)....Haven't had much use for them...:Shrug:.

In 1978 the auto industry geared up with metric fasteners including lug nuts became the new norm in America, European and Asian factories had been using metrics for years