Is it OK to drive with a missing wheel stud?
”It is not safe to drive with a broken wheel stud because once a stud breaks, it puts additional pressure on the remaining wheel studs, causing them to eventually break as well. It is dangerous to drive with a broken wheel stud because the wheel will start to wobble and could fall off and possibly cause an accident.”
Can I drive with 3 wheel studs?
Yes, you can drive with 3 lug nuts.
Can I replace just one lug nut?
If you are missing a lug nut on just one wheel, there will be uneven pressure on the wheel hub. This can have an effect on the wheel bearings. Repairing wheel bearings is more extensive than replacing a lug nut, so if you notice one missing, replace the missing lug nut as soon as possible.
How are wheel studs attached to the hubs?
Most cars, trucks, and SUVs sold in the United States are equipped with four to six wheel studs on each hub. The wheels are inserted onto the hub and are attached with lug nuts or screw-in wheel studs to safely attach the wheels to the vehicle. They are supposed to be tightened to a precise recommended torque pressure by a certified mechanic.
Why are the studs on my wheel not working?
Occasionally the threads of the wheel studs can be damaged due to multiple reasons including: Improper installation of the wheel’s lug nuts onto the stud: the lug nuts are supposed to be hand-threaded a minimum of four rotations to ensure they are properly attached to the wheel studs.
How big should the studs be on a GM wheel?
The stock GM wheel stud size of 7/16-inch (or equivalent metric size) is simply inadequate on the drive axle for any vehicle destined for competition (even mild competition) or other high performance use. All race applications should have their drive axle studs replaced with a minimum 1/2-inch fastener.
How are drive studs and lug nuts different?
The drive studs incorporate a smooth shoulder (see the photos) that physically drives the wheel. In comparison, a street lug nut for aftermarket wheels has a built-in shoulder that drives the wheel.