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Help with Wheel Spacers with 5 blade Stock Rims

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Help:
I just put on Red Caliper covers and they are very close to the 5 Blade Stock GT Rims.

I ordered the 3/16 Wheel spacers and I need assurance that I will be OK with these spacers.
Will I get any wheel problems.
Any suggestions, I understand they are self centering.

 
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You need to replace the studs on any corner that you're putting that much spacer thickness on with longer and stronger studs. Basically think "ARP" here; it's the go-to solution for most lug issues. This isn't just a suggestion (tech: you need the same amount of thread engagement as the stud size, or 10 full turns of the nut for the 1/2-20 stud thread that these cars use). A 3/16" thick spacer will cost you almost four full threads, from only a little more than 10 that you have to begin with. I know I never got anywhere near 15 with no spacer.

Up to about 1/16", you can get away with keeping the OE studs in reasonable safety.


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