? For those running 3mm & 5mm spacers...do u need longer bolts?

**2modfast** · 03-02-2016 07:16 AM

Quick question fellas...a buddy of mine claims you don't need longer wheel bolts when it's a 3mm or 5mm spacer. Anything longer, you will. Thoughts/Comments?

**drdrewusaf** · 03-02-2016 07:55 AM

You should have 6.5-8 engaging turns when tightening your bolts. Stock, I had 7 turns. When I put my 3mm spacers on, I was getting 4 turns. So, I would say yes, but YMMV. Check to see if your bolts turn enough times with a spacer on. If not, get new bolts.

Drew

**Jimmy ny** · 03-02-2016 07:59 AM

Yes

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**Mops@Nemesis** · 03-02-2016 08:24 AM

I've been able to use stock bolts with 3mm, but never 5mm. A nice set (20) of zinc plated bolts only runs about $70. Not worth taking chances, and if you're doing say a 5mm rear, I'd want new front bolts too so they match. OEM is 14x1.5x27 so for 3mm, 14x1.5x30 and 14x1.5x32 for 5mm.

**JamesRS5** · 03-02-2016 08:32 AM

For maximum strength you should have the same penetration as the diameter of the bolt, which is 1/2" or 12mm in real money.

And yes, I did just say "penetration" for the girls giggling on the back row.

**mjr034** · 03-02-2016 08:58 AM

Originally Posted by JamesRS5

For maximum strength you should have the same penetration as the diameter of the bolt, which is 1/2" or 12mm in real money.

And yes, I did just say "penetration" for the girls giggling on the back row.

+1 for penetration