Needing new Nuts

[Aly]

Hey i got a set of D2 Spec nuts on my car, the big long red things.

Im really wanting to know what size of nut a DC5 takes. Is it a 1.5 or 1.25?

Also, lets say i dont want to spend £100 on nuts.. where would i get normal black ones that wont break my bank.



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or maybe they are D1?

 

[jdmsteve]

Not sure what length you need for your wheels but I can suggest looking at rare rims. I just bought some anodised red 'steel' wheel nuts with taper adapters which you don't need for 45 quid. Absolute bargain. Lots of different types available but I would suggest phoning them to get the best price.

 

[Aly]

Not sure what length you need for your wheels but I can suggest looking at rare rims. I just bought some anodised red 'steel' wheel nuts with taper adapters which you don't need for 45 quid. Absolute bargain. Lots of different types available but I would suggest phoning them to get the best price.

Got it bookmarked for friday! (pay day)

Thanks,

 

[Aly]

Hey ive got 2 different sizes to pick from, any idea what the number means? The 1.25 / 1.5?
How would i know what size would fit my alloys or is it based on the car?



17mm Hex M12 x 1.25
17mm Hex M12 x 1.5

 

[mikegsi]

i think tegs are 1.25 but let me double check before you spend any money!!

 

[sinbad]

1.5 :xcheers:

 

[jon-dc5]

Try and get steel one's too,the aluminum one's are rubbish,way too soft, especially for the price were paying!

 

[Aly]

got those ones on and they are very soft lol. chewed a couple just swapping wheels.

steel is what I'm buying

so def 1.5 then?

 

[sinbad]

Yes, all honda are 12 x 1.5

Just be sure to get either tapered or radius wheel nuts depending on whether you have standard or aftermarket wheels :xcheers:

 

[Stoo]

The 1.5 and 1.25 bit is the pitch of the thread in mm.

DC5s are M12x1.5

Also, as above, if you are using OEM wheels, you will need nuts with a radius seat.
If you are using Aftermarket wheels, you will need nuts with a tapered seat.
Very important, as if you use the wrong type of nuts, you will not have as much surface area of the nut in contact with the wheel.

I have Rays anodised Black nuts, in Duralumin (VERY lightweight) which are also locking nuts.
They are similar to aluminium but stronger so will not chew up.

I think they are night on £100 a set, but IMHO they are worth it as
A they are locking nuts, and
B they are the correct seat type for my wheels, thus being safer too.....

My 2p

Stoo

 

[Aly]

Got my eye on some chrome nuts and I'll pick up the locking ones aswell.

Size and fit are fine.

Thanks everyone.

 

[mikegsi]

 

[Grov]

LOL^

Anyone know a decent set of locking nuts for the OEM wheels that aren't to expensive. never been able to find any.

 

[mikegsi]

Justin at Rarerims should be able to sort you some out

 

[paul hughes]

Japshop have Genuine MUTEKI steel coloured nuts from Japan in stock i believe, open ended or closed ended for £38 per set +vat.

their number is 01772 299825 ask for Guy, hes the man ALL hondas are M12x1.5 thread.

Paul,

 

[Aly]

Thanks everyone. The postman took nuts out his sack and pushed them thru my letter box today.

Got them from rarerims, exactly what I wanted !

 

[Grov]

So it's size 12x 1.5, will 60degree taper one's fit?

ive done some searching and Mcgard seem good, but want to make sure i get the correct one's. Also do they stick out of the recess of the wheel like the standard Honda Civic nuts.

Found these on ebay, http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/MCGARD-LOCKING-WHEEL-LOCK-NUTS-HONDA-CIVIC-TYPE-R-/180514380408?pt=UK_Cars_Parts_Vehicles_Wheels_tyres_Trim_Nuts_ET&hash=item2a077eda78