Do I need different lug nuts for aftermarket wheels?

2015 HONDA CIVIC
33,000 MILES
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WALLY AB
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I swapped out a set rims but did not take into consideration the seat, since most I see are the cone type seat.

The OEM nuts were a ball type nut while the aftermarkets were likely conical. I torqued everything and took the car out before I left.

Should I just use a aftermarket lug nut set?
Oct 26, 2018 at 1:06 PM
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KASEKENNY
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Yes, you need to use lug nuts that are meant for the wheel style that you have. They need to fit the wheel properly so that they are tightened properly. Here is a guide that will help with tightening a wheel that will help:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/wheel-removal-and-re-installation

What I would suggest is contacting the wheel manufacturer and getting them to send you a set of lug nuts that fit the wheels and match your stud pattern.

Let us know if you have questions. Thanks
Dec 24, 2020 at 10:18 AM
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