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Installing Tuner Lug Nuts Key
Spline Drive Lug Nut Key
Tuner Lug Nut Key Tool Installation
The tuner lug nut key is a very durable tool that will last the life time of your lug nuts if used as per instructions. Regular lug nuts have a wide HEX that can take a lot of punishment from impact wrenches, not so with tuner lug nuts. Tuner lug nuts both the spline socket style and the open hex styles have small ridges where the tool slides in to install and uninstall the lug nut. If not installed properly by hand using recommended torque the key might damage.
Use recommended tips below and your key will last a long time and will be in good condition, you would not want to get a flat in the middle of no where and you come to find out your tire shop stripped your key by using an impact wrench the last time you were in for service.
- Start nuts by hand using the key and secure in a criss-cross sequence.
- Using key, tighten lugs with a torque wrench. (Refer to your owners manual for proper torque specifications.)
- Do Not Use an Impact wrench on tuner lug nuts.
9 Point Tuner lug nut key
Hub Centric Rings
Is your wheel vibrating over a certain speed? Your problem could be as simple as installing a set of hub centric rings, especially if you have just installed a set of aftermarket wheels. Factory stock wheels made specific to your car do not have this problem. Vibration only occur when you are installing aftermarket wheels or stock wheels from a different model or year.
Steering wheel vibrations are most felt once your vehicle goes over the 30 mph mark. While a vibrating steering wheel could also be caused by different reasons (ex: bent wheels, steering problem). If you have recently installed a different set of wheels, it could be that your new wheels are not hub centric to your hub. In this case you would use a hub centric ring to fill in the gap between the wheel center bore and your vehicle’s hub that will eliminate any vibrations. In the market today you have a choice of metal and poly carbon hub rings. We strongly recommend poly carbon hub rings since they don’t rust or corrode like their metal counterparts.
How to choose the right hub centric ring:
1) Determine your wheel center bore size = Outer Diameter measurement.
2) Determine your vehicle’s hub size = Inner Diameter measurement.
3) Outer Diameter and Inner Diameter gives you the right hub ring.
Hub Centric Rings
Chrome Plating
The most popular chrome, unmatched through time for its beauty and durability is considered in all vehicle types. Progression of chroming has widened to a variety of colors and is utilized so as to improve the look of any vehicle. Chrome plating is not solely used for decorative purposes. Greatest as the finish is as chrome is resistant to corrosion and rusting, it appears to be most decorative and brightest on any part of the vehicle. Chrome plating is generally used on parts such as exhausts, handles, mirrors, trimmings, and on a vehicle owner’s vision of an eye catching brand new chrome wheels.
Chrome plating in the automotive world involves the most expensive process of items such as wheels, to be subjected to several plating process to endure both outdoor weather and temperature changes. Various types of techniques related to electroplating are utilized to have different kinds of effects.
Hard Chrome, also known as engineered chrome or industrial chrome is used to reduce friction, add wear resistance, or increase corrosion resistance. It is comprised of a generated minute layer of chromium onto an iron, copper or other base metal to sustain a more secured decorative and expensive appearance. Chromium, a reactive metal combined with oxygen stops the metal from incurring any tarnishing or corrosion.
Decorative Chrome is designed to be aesthetically pleasing and durable. The chromium plating is usually applied over bright nickel plating. Typical base materials include steel, aluminum, plastic, copper and zinc alloys.
With the progression of new techniques, design and gadgetry in the automotive industry, Chroming have significantly expanded in a spectrum of colors and in utilization.
Basic Information About Lug Nuts
We are all well aware of the fact that we would not be able to drive our vehicles anywhere without wheels as it is one of the most essential invention developed through time. Without wheels, we would not be able to use vehicles. With the correct components and proper maintenance, our vehicles can be utilized as we expect them to be.
Every individual who possess a car should be aware about components such as lug nuts and lug bolts. A lug nut is described as a fastener that is used to secure a wheel to your vehicle. They are usually used on vehicles such as light or heavy trucks, SUV’s and regular passenger cars. Lug Nuts are manufactured to to our vehicle’s specification and comes in different sizes, colors and styles. The most common types of Lug Nuts presently available in the market are tapered acorn lug nuts also known as conical seat lug nuts, shank style lugs, mag style and ball seat lugs also known as radius seat lug nuts.
Choosing the correct lug nut is necessary to ensure everyone’s safety. Matching the pattern of the thread, pitch and the seating to your wheel will alleviate any damage to your vehicle. Having your factory OEM or aftermarket wheels / Rims professionally installed will ensure utilization of the correct lug nuts or bolts that will match your wheel’s specifications and that the fitment is precise and centrically installed.
Benefits Of Chrome Plating
Chrome plating is very popular nowadays with the introduction of alloy wheels. These give additional road safety but also enhance the external ambiance of the automobile.
Chrome plating is usually used on handles and mirrors and on the exhausts of car, truck, and motorcycles. This assists in protecting the pistons and other parts of the engine from wear and tear. Chrome plated wheels give a shiny and a lustrous touch to the automobile.
Chrome plating on the wheels provide you smooth and a light drive. The rims can be very durable for the day to day usage if they have the composition of chrome as they would be hard and resistant. The chrome material is the best alternative for the unique looks of your wheels. If one desires his motorcycle or car to appear good, Chrome plating offers:
- Variety of large and distinct chromes;
- Ease in cleaning;
- The hard alloy of aluminum present in the chrome prevents rusting or corrosion.
Chrome Wheels Care Tips:
Taking care of the chrome alloy rims is very easy. You just have to make use of a mild shampoo and a rinsing liquid for giving them a good wash. You can make use of a dry cloth to ensure there is no scratch on them. There are specially designed chrome cleaners which are readily available in the market which can be utilized for chrome plating.
Back In Stock: Jaguar Lug Nuts For Factory Wheels
We have just received in stock brand new chrome lug nuts for your Jaguar factory alloy wheels rims.
Our Jaguar lug nuts are 1 single piece lug nut and do not have the aluminum sleeve like the original lug nut.
Triple chrome plated and a 1 year warranty.
In Stock:
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Latest Upcoming Cars with Spied Pictures
2014 Porsche Cajun
2014 Porsche Cajun is spotted in Nurburgring during testing. Porsche test drivers have started working on their Q5 based new baby SUV. The new Cajun is inspired by the Q5, so it is understandable that the VW stable-mates will share mules together and keep their newer products hidden. The baby SUV features a wider track than the regular Q5 while testing.
The Cajun will basically stand on a front-wheel-drive construction as using Q5 as technical basis: Audi’s flexible longitudinal stand. So, like the Q5, newer versions of the Cajun will be well-appointed with Audi’s Quattro all-wheel-drive system and won’t go by its usual name here.
Though Cajun will be designed on Q5 basis but Porsche will fine tune the chassis and give the Cajun a bit better brakes and different wheels. Audi delivers engines to deliver power, both petrol and diesel, but again Porsche will fine tune them and to make sure that the Cajun has greater power figures then the Q5.
The Cajun will also be provided with the Hybrid-drivetrain familiar from the Q5, which means a 2.0 TFSI providing 210 horsepower collectively with a 44 HP electric motor. That will aid Porsche to get closer to the typical CO2 goal of 130 g/km that other car manufacturers want to reach from 2015. The Porsche Cajun will be launched with four doors primarily, but there may also be a two door sporty version.
Photo: car buzz
2013 Mercedes SL 63 AMG
The designers at the Mercedes power factory AMG are having busy time as they are not just making the SLS super car but also developing some other new cars presently. SLS Roadster, CLS AMG, SLK AMG and ML AMG are some of the new prototypes and the next one is the AMG version of the forthcoming SL, the SL 63 AMG.
Though it was under heavy camouflage but you can easily see that the cammo all over the front spoiler is dissimilar and keeping some big air intakes hidden. The brakes in both front and rear with cross drilled discs are bigger than the normal SL prototypes by several sizes. The same features involve with the calipers. They could not easily hide them, but gets little success to fool us about the quad exhaust pipes, here looking like normal pipes. Power will come from the new 5, 5 liter V8 bi-turbo engine evolving some 571 hp linked to the AMG Speed shift MCT 7-speed sports transmission.
The front end looks absolutely SLS-like, though that may just be misled to hide the more old-fashioned pointy-nosed SL design, changed and updated for this new car. If not, we have to question the aesthetics of the blunt SLS-style nose on the SL’s body. Also we’ve seen the tail lamps for the first time that looks almost match to the swoopy units.
Picture: motor authority
Jaguar Factory Wheel Lug Nuts
Jaguar Factory Wheel Lug Nuts
In limited stock: lug nuts for your factory oem Jaguar alloy wheels. Our Jaguar lug nuts are triple chrome plated and feature a one solid piece design. Have you had problems with your stock Jaguar lug nuts that have the aluminum sleeve? Well you are not alone, we get problems with the sleeve all the time and our Jaguar lug nuts gets rid of that problem.
Our lug nuts are made to factory specifications for your Jaguar oem alloy wheels.
To check current stock: Please click here.
Will fit all models listed below:
Jaguar S Type (2000-2002)
Jaguar S Type 2.5 (2003-2004)
Jaguar S Type 3.0-4.2 (2003-2008)
Jaguar S Type R (2003-2008)
Jaguar XJ XJ8 XJ8L Vandan Plas (2004-2010)
Jaguar XJR – Super V8 (2004-2010)
Jaguar XK (2007-2010)
Jaguar XKR (2007-2010)
Jaguar X Type 2.5-3.0 (2002-2008)
Jaguar X Type VDP -Sport WGN (2002-2008)
Jaguar XF: 2009-2010
Latest Cars- Ready to Hit the Road
Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Super Sport
The fastest sports car, the Bugatti Veyron is bringing its new model- Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Super Sport, a roadster version of the Veyron. The Super Sport is the latest version of the Veyron with its outstanding engine of 1200 horsepower.
Wolfgang Durheimer the boss of Bugatti with his team has combined features of two models- Veyron and Super Sport into one as we can see in following picture. They unveiled their new model without any hesitation. It was not covered with camouflage except some smaller parts on the front bumper when the spy cameras took the pictures. We know that NACA air ducts will be useless if the roof is removed. That’s why as we can see in the picture that the NACA air ducts that normally are used on the Super Sport model have been improved for the Grand Sport air intakes. Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Super Sport is going to blow your mind unambiguously.
2014/2015 Audi Q6
Audi AG is a Germany based automobile manufacturer with headquarters in Ingolstadt and is one of the top brands within Volkswagen Group. It manufactures a wide range of automobiles from super mini to crossover SUVs. Their automobiles’ are of different styles and price ranges.
Audi Q5 was like the smaller version of Q7. It was a baby SUV but with its own specialties like compact size, and improved latest technologies. Audi Q5 is a first venture into compact SUV segment. Now, after launching Q5 at 2008 it is found that Audi has started developing another ‘Q’- Q6 SUV.
The Q6 is designed something in between the Q5 and Q7 with more sporty look. But it looks more likely similar to BMW X6. As we can see from the picture, the Q6 will be little bit longer and wider than Q5 to give a more powerful body. The other features are quite same as other Q series cars, but upgraded and updated with latest technologies.
Wheel Locks: Protect Your Precious Wheels from Thieves
Everyone wants his ride to look better than others. Everyone knows that customized alloy or aluminum rims and wheels make your ride look better. When every eye on the road sticks to your car, you feel better than ever. If you’ve installed customized wheels, rims or tires for a better look or good handling, but yet don’t know that your wheels can be stolen at any time as they are always exposed with their appeal to the thieves. Most of these custom wheels don’t have any specific serial number from which you can recover it if stolen. And law enforcement officials will take the time to find them.So, you need to take some protective precautions for your precious investments.
As we see taking off tires with just a lug wrench is quite easy for rotating, changing or repairing and as thieves are in this business with a long experience, they can do it with a glimpse of your eye. If you are only relying on the lug nuts, then you may feel tensed to hear that it is not hard enough for any thieves to jack your car up and take your rims and tires off your car with a simple lug wrench and fly away with them. If you really want to protect your rims and tires, you need to try auto wheel locks.
The first locks were just a combination of simple bolts and bars. With the advancement of urban lifestyle the actual locks with keys were first invented by the ancient Romans. Today you can find locks for almost every device- cars, bicycles, cabinet, doors and even your laptop. The primary motivation for locks was to protect our assets from thieves.
Auto wheel locks are nothing but specialized lug nuts that is designed to protect the tires that are in use and your spare tires too. Wheel locks secure wheels attached to ride like usual lug nuts. Usually, we use only four wheel locks for each wheel and tire combinations on our vehicle. Remaining lug nuts come with your vehicle. Wheel lock manufacturing companies offer hundreds of unique and different key combinations. You can only open your bolts with these combinations once locked. It ensures less possibilities of stealing your wheels with similar key. Though, your manufacturing company will give you a single set of keys with your wheel locks, you can make a spare set and keep safe, as, sometimes breaking own wheel locks can be messy. But, at least wheel locks can discourage just any thieves from just coming and stealing your asset.
You can get both OEM wheel locks and truck wheel locks of excellent quality and services by our product reviewing. Acura Honda OEM Style Wheel Locks are available at 25% off, only at $18.74; this offer will last only this month. We also have Acorn Puzzle & Socket Style, Ball & Conical Seat Bolt locks at affordable prices and good quality.
