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Can I use alloy wheel nuts on steel wheels?
Can I use alloy wheel nuts on steel wheels?
Asked on 15 August 2010 by corradovix
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It depends on whether or not they are shouldered. Nuts or bolts for steel wheels are shouldered. Nuts or bolts for alloys often aren't.
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