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New Lugs needed for aftermarket wheels?

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Old Mar 13, 2011 | 06:23 PM
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Default New Lugs needed for aftermarket wheels?

Hey all. Dumb question but my KMC addict wheels arrive on tuesday and I want to make sure I have everything needed to mount them asap. Do I need to buy aftermarket lugs or will I be able to run the stockers? I also have the factory locks so I'd like to keep those as well.

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Old Mar 13, 2011 | 06:29 PM
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I doubt you Have to, but i would rec going out and buying a set with a lock on it anyway.
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Old Mar 13, 2011 | 09:07 PM
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The lug nuts can have conical seats or flange seats or ball seat. Plus, closed end may not be deep enough. I would highly recommend using the right ones. I can't remember buying aftermarket wheels and not needing new lugs.



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Old Mar 13, 2011 | 09:08 PM
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thanks for the help everyone. does anyone know a good brand for me to pick up?
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Old Mar 14, 2011 | 06:42 AM
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I use gorilla lugs.
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Old Mar 14, 2011 | 06:53 AM
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I got lucky and the stock lugs and wheel locks fit perfectly in the new wheels.
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Old Mar 14, 2011 | 07:14 AM
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I've never had any problems with the gorilla spline drives, I definitely like the look over the keyed top that most manufacturers run. I've run them on several vehicles and have the black ones on the Jeep now.
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