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    So I just changed my wheels, and noticed that the bolts can only get three full turns on the rear ones. Seem kinda short to anyone?
    2012 gti, 2012 mustang.

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    Re: Short wheel bolts

    yes it does...
    2002 VW Golf GT TDI
    2016 VW Passat BiTDI

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      Re: Short wheel bolts

      Originally posted by KLOBIONEKINOBI
      So I just changed my wheels, and noticed that the bolts can only get three full turns on the rear ones. Seem kinda short to anyone?
      Go buy new ones - C1 sells them I believe. My brock bolts are at least 1/2 inches longer than stock Avus bolts.

      Khyron
      Geoff
      Fear is the element that unites all losers.

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      • #4
        Re: Short wheel bolts

        Originally posted by KLOBIONEKINOBI
        So I just changed my wheels, and noticed that the bolts can only get three full turns on the rear ones. Seem kinda short to anyone?
        You should make sure you have bolts with the right shape of taper too. The VW OEM bolts have an acorn/curved taper from the bolt head to the shaft and that matches the OEM wheels (imagine that). Most aftermerket wheels have a straight, conical taper and you should get properly tapered bolts to match.
        Pat
        Driver Found: Camber Wanted

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        • #5
          Re: Short wheel bolts

          Originally posted by KLOBIONEKINOBI
          So I just changed my wheels, and noticed that the bolts can only get three full turns on the rear ones. Seem kinda short to anyone?
          You need 7 threads to be safe.
          KR
          Porsche 991 Carrera S

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          • #6
            Re: Short wheel bolts

            Originally posted by MrHeavyFoot
            You should make sure you have bolts with the right shape of taper too. The VW OEM bolts have an acorn/curved taper from the bolt head to the shaft and that matches the OEM wheels (imagine that). Most aftermerket wheels have a straight, conical taper and you should get properly tapered bolts to match.
            I know that C1 carries both styles if you decide to check them out.
            Neil
            '03 Silver Jetta 1.8T - gone, but not forgotten


            mods to my car

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            • #7
              Re: Short wheel bolts

              Thnx guys.

              Off to C1 I go.
              2012 gti, 2012 mustang.

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