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Technical Wire wheel lug nuts

Discussion in 'Traditional Hot Rods' started by robert graves, Dec 26, 2021.

  1. robert graves
    Joined: Nov 2, 2018
    Posts: 214

    robert graves

    Is there a specific lug nut for the factory 1935 ford 16x 5.5 wire wheels or special pitch on it are they the 1/2 x 20 standard ford ?
     
  2. rusty valley
    Joined: Oct 25, 2014
    Posts: 3,885

    rusty valley
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    standard 1/2 x20, large 13/16" wrench size. original nuts have the bottom 2-3 threads missing and drilled larger to clear the stud shank. Many aftermarket nuts are threaded all the way, so check to make sure you are actually tightening the wheel, and not just run out of threads
     

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