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Date:         Sun, 6 Jan 2013 14:05:08 -0800
Reply-To:     Ben T <syncro@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         Ben T <syncro@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: What lugs do Carat Alloys need?
Comments: To: Peter Krogh <peter@PETERKROGH.COM>
In-Reply-To:  <2CF626FA-D18E-490F-92B9-D602E84C67CD@peterkrogh.com>
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I have some factory lugbolts from South Africa. Also have some the German ones but "used". The difference is the SA ones were galvanized instead of chrome. Also have some locking lugnuts. Pmail me if interested.

60 degree conical seats w/ 14mm 1.5 thread pitch. You can get generic lugbolts and lugnuts in that pitch from late model Chevy, etc. Hexhead size varies. The "tuner" guys sell Allen head versions as well.

BenT

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On Jan 6, 2013, at 7:57 AM, Peter Krogh <peter@PETERKROGH.COM> wrote:

> I'm replacing my steelies with a set of factory alloys from a Carat. It sure looks like I need a longer lug nut on the front (have not pulled rear tire yet). > > Can anyone shed light on what's needed to install these on a stock 85 Westy? > > ____ > > Also, I've got a bit of a thunk in the front suspension. When I pulled the wheel, I can definitely feel play in what I think is the front bushing of the upper control arm (that wishbone-shaped piece that attaches around the to of the shock). For the record, I did have some of the front suspension bushings replaced, but not this one. > > I assume that means that this should be replaces ASAP. Anyone care to comment on the safety/PIA factor of this job? > > Thanks in advance. > > Peter


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