HELP Extended Wheel Stud Confusion

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DSPbuilt

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So I am in the process of trying to order new extended wheel studs. The stockers are too short for the aluminum wheels. I searched here and found a couple threads saying to use ARP 100-7708 which have a knurl size of .509. I have also been reading threads about doing corvette front brakes and others and everyone complains that when using a .509 knurl you risk cracking the hub..
So, I a little look on rock auto and the DORMAN parts show that the stock replacement is a 12.8mm (0.503937in). There isn't too many option in that size.
What are you guys running and what have you had luck with?
Do I just risk it with ARP and slowly press them in, not using a a nut and impact like most people do?
 

Thats what I used on my LS1 brake swap.

0.504 knurl and it seemed a little big. They pressed in hard.

0.509 in my experience would be too big.
 
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Do I just risk it with ARP and slowly press them in, not using a a nut and impact like most people do?

I prefer to not be like most people either - I use a BFH.



Kidding aside, knock out an old one and measure it with a caliper. Then head off to the local parts store and wander into the their stud aisle with your caliper and pick a winner.
 
When I was running Pontiac snowflakes I needed longer studs. I used the Dorman studs. EZPZ.
 
When the parts guy asks for a Make/Model, tell him 2007 Hummer H3

 
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