do you need new wheel nuts when you change wheels?

[anonymous-user]

just had some bbs wheels fitted- but we had to reuse the existing wheel nuts- is this a problem? Should i be replacing them? The guy said to check that they were still tight after 50 miles- do i really need to have new ones put on?

thanks for your help!

[lukeb]

Well, assuming the nuts you have are the right type for the wheels, are in good condition and engage with sufficient thread on the wheel studs then no, replacing them as a matter of course seems absurd and something I've never come across.

[Boosted LS1]

I'd check the taper in the wheel where the nut locates is the same on the old wheels. Do the wheels have inserts etc?

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[anonymous-user]

thanks for this. I am in favour of keeping the wheels on the car when travelling so you've helped my confidence. There were no inserts or anything, but the wheels themselves needed a very thin little ring on the hub first, which came with them- not a spacer as such. Anyhow, job done. Thanks!

[edc]

A spigot ring you mean.

[Boosted LS1]

edc said:

A spigot ring you mean.

Polynesian, it's used to centre the wheel on the hub.

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