Replacing lug nuts

[winglesss]

Originally Posted by theiceman

anti seize on the base of the nut ( the "ball" area ) where it contacts wheel only..

putting anti seize on the threads will put massive clamping force on those wheels .

Actually multiple Porsche Technical Bulletins state: "Before installing: lubricate threads and shoulders of aluminum nuts with Optimoly TA, Part No 000 043 020 00. (Optimoly TA does not affect tightening torque.) Torque nuts to 130Nm (96 ft. lbs.)"

My experience w/ both the Optimoly TA and w/ Anti Seize Lubricant appear to have identical characteristics to me. My 911 will continue to have the specified Optimoly TA applied per the Technical Bulletins and the Anti Seize will be used for other applications.

[Ian Comerford]

Have to agree with the above. A significant amount of clamping force is lost due to friction in the threads, so adding something to reduce that friction increases the chances of the wheel staying where it is

[David Inc.]

I feel like you guys are overthinking this way too much. Not too much **** on the stud threads? Check. Torque to 96 lbft, done. Accidentally over torque to 110? Whatever. I've never used anti-seize on my studs in ten years and no issues reported. I do take my wheels off at least once a year, though, but I'd imagine that's fairly typical for Porsche owners who drive their cars.

[HarryD]

Just saying.

[MBAtarga]

Guys - this is a resurrected thread - the last new post is #18 which is a new question.
Stop reading the thread from the start and skipping to posting a response.

David - to answer your question, I think most replace the lug nuts "periodically" because of their worn appearance - not because of any failure. Even being careful - the soft sockets can still impart some worn edges - and over time the color does fade. I've owned my Targa for 22 years now - and have replaced them all twice.

[David Inc.]

Oh no I fell for thread necromancy? The shame of it all!

[josephvman]

Strange seeing an old thread of mine coming back!

FYI to those considering replacing your lug nuts for strictly cosmetic reasons; the new OEM lug nuts I ordered came shipped loose in a bag, and ultimately didn't arrive looking a whole lot better than the ones that had been on my car for almost 40 years! I called the vendor, who said that's how they get them.

[dg567]

https://www.tiporscheproducts.com/product-page/aluminum-closed-end-lug-nuts

Mine ship like this in a box

[winglesss]

Originally Posted by dg567

https://www.tiporscheproducts.com/product-page/aluminum-closed-end-lug-nuts

Mine ship like this in a box

I'm a BIG OEM parts guy, but those parts look good to me and I've just ordered a set.

[dg567]

Originally Posted by winglesss

I'm a BIG OEM parts guy, but those parts look good to me and I've just ordered a set.

Paul, thanks! The finish on these is far superior to what OEM is offering today.

[AG81]

Originally Posted by dg567

https://www.tiporscheproducts.com/product-page/aluminum-closed-end-lug-nuts

Mine ship like this in a box

Boxed nuts are the best.