What is Spline lug nuts?
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What Is a Spline Lug Nut? Spline lug nuts are designed to fit in small diameter recesses found on aftermarket wheels. These lug nuts are characterized by their smooth exterior finish and internal splines on the top of the lug that’s requires a spline drive adapter for installation and removal.
Are Spline lug nuts secure?
This is not even slightly true. The spline drive key is never a unique pattern, and are easily available from any auto parts store. Relying on spline drive lugs for theft protection is no protection at all.
Are all Spline keys the same?
Since there are different sizes of keys available in the 7-spline family, it is important to get keys that match the specifications or your lug nuts.
Are all 6 spline lug nuts the same?
To our knowledge, there are only two sizes of 6-Spline nuts (with symmetrical or evenly spaced splines). If your 17mm, 18mm, 19mm, 11/16″ or 3/4″ socket (either Hex or 12-point) fits over your 6-Spline Nut, then you need the Small 6-Spline Key.
What if I lost my wheel lock key?
Each key comes with a code so you can order a replacement from the vehicle manufacturer. The only place to find this code is on the locking wheel nut storage box or plastic storage bag – which is a problem if that’s missing too!
Should I grease my wheel nuts?
A lubricant should be applied to wheel bolts unless OEM service information states otherwise. Basically when torqueing a bolt the torque does not indicate clamping force. It indicates the resistance to overcome friction.
Are all 7 spline lug nuts the same?
To our knowledge, there are only three sizes of 7-Spline nuts (with symmetrical or evenly spaced splines). If the smallest socket you can fit over your 7-spline nut is 5/8″ (either Hex or 12-point), then you need the Small 7-Spline Key key.
What spline key do I need?
Helpful Tip! If your 17mm, 18mm, 19mm, 11/16″ or 3/4″ socket (either Hex or 12-point) fits over your 6-Spline Nut, then you need the Small 6-Spline Key. If the smallest socket you can fit over your splined nut is 13/16″ or 20mm, then this should be the right key.