Wheel lock key won't fit rim?

Question

I recently bought some new rims, wich have smaller holes for bolts. The normal bolts go in perfectly, but when I tryed to put the safety bolts, the key couldn't fit inside the hole.

I searched around the internet for alternative screws with Hex keys, but i couldn't find the dimension that I need: M12 x 1.25 42mm long ( or more)

Any ideas/solutions ?


Thanks in advance !

Answer 1

Many after market rims require special lug nuts. If you use the stock ones the taper is wrong. They will loosen up and ruin the rims and break studs off. Go back to where you bought them and get the correct lug nuts!

Answer 2

Did you try this the instructions in this video? youtu.be/-XUFVrl0UT4 (See my answer below).



Basically work the tire bead into the well of the rim on the opposite side of the last bit you're trying to get on. Easier to understand by watching the video. Use straps to hold the tire if you need to.

Answer 3

We are talking about car rims, sorry I forgot to mention.