Well I think I am in a pickle. While I was d checking my wheels logs to make sure they where tight, I notice that 2 of the wheel logs on one wheel (Not the thread ) Just the nuts are striped this are made of aluminum. My question is if I do get a flat will roadside assistant have the proper tools to remove this tire?:M

kennyd63 wrote:Well I think I am in a pickle. While I was d checking my wheels logs to make sure they where tight, I notice that 2 of the wheel logs on one wheel (Not the thread ) Just the nuts are striped this are made of aluminum. My question is if I do get a flat will roadside assistant have the proper tools to remove this tire?:MIF the lugs are not stripped, just the nuts like you said WHY don't you replace them to avoid any problems

New lug studs and nuts are pretty cheap, can be found at most better auto parts stores, and are pretty easy to replace. Not a big deal

Replace the lugs now before you need to do it on the roadside. If you can't get it off with the right size socket, you can hammer on the next size or try metic to get one that fits tight.

Some lugs, for some stupid reason, have a thin cover of metal over them that is chromed. If this is the case you should be able to cut and pry that off using a dremal tool and pliers/screwdriver. Once that is off the lug underneath will be actual steel and a smaller socket should fit it.

Yes, the aluminum lug nut covers are a pain. They look pretty but dent under even the slightest amount of torque. Unless the lug socket is deep and a perfect fit they will distort.My TT has regular nuts, my TV has the pretty shiny one to match the shiny rims. We love our glitter.

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Old-Biscuit
Explorer III
May 28, 2016
LeBout wrote:
Don't you just love it when someone posts a question (badly) and members spend two pages discussing what they THINK the OP MEANT to ask, and the OP never responds again? :)

Might be broke down on side of road with a flat and asking himself WHY didn't I read the responses BEFORE I left.
LeBout
Explorer
May 28, 2016
Don't you just love it when someone posts a question (badly) and members spend two pages discussing what they THINK the OP MEANT to ask, and the OP never responds again? :)
ROBERTSUNRUS
Explorer
May 28, 2016
:) Hi, I bought "deep, thinwall, six point, 1/2" drive impact sockets" for my trailer and tow vehicle's lug nuts. You should only use these type sockets to prevent this type problem or after you replace all of the bad lug nuts. My trailer has the stainless steel covers on steel lug nuts and a few were dented by a shop using worn out short sockets on them.
peirek
Explorer
May 27, 2016
beemerphile1 wrote:
dewey02 wrote:
kennyd63 wrote:
Well I think I am in a pickle. While I was d checking my wheels logs to make sure they where tight, I notice that 2 of the wheel logs on one wheel (Not the thread ) Just the nuts are striped this are made of aluminum. My question is if I do get a flat will roadside assistant have the proper tools to remove this tire?:M

Maybe this young Burmese boy was visiting your campground and striping your logs? (He is making them pickle-colored!) ;)

I am sorry, this is just to darn funny. LOL Kudos!
fireman41
Explorer
May 27, 2016
Is he talking about the stud spinning inside the Hub?
beemerphile1
Explorer
May 27, 2016
dewey02 wrote:
kennyd63 wrote:
Well I think I am in a pickle. While I was d checking my wheels logs to make sure they where tight, I notice that 2 of the wheel logs on one wheel (Not the thread ) Just the nuts are striped this are made of aluminum. My question is if I do get a flat will roadside assistant have the proper tools to remove this tire?:M

Maybe this young Burmese boy was visiting your campground and striping your logs? (He is making them pickle-colored!) ;)

But seriously, as others have said, you need to fix this NOW while you are at home rather than have it become a major problem out on the road.

That made my day, I can't believe you found a picture of someone striping logs. :B

Like others have said, it is foolish to leave on a trip knowing that something is wrong. It would be a lot easier and less expensive to repair locally and at your leisure rather than on the side of a road in BFE.
ken56
Explorer
May 27, 2016
I believe he means the nut flats are rounded and I agree, get it fixed now before you hit the road again. If you don't have the tools or the inclination to do it yourself then take it to a tire shop and have them do it for you......before you have a problem on the road.
Old-Biscuit
Explorer III
May 27, 2016
WHY would anyone GO on a trip with a known issue :S
Lynnmor
Explorer
May 27, 2016
gmw photos wrote:
Some interesting replies to the OP's question ! I get the impression he is saying the hex shape of the wheel lug nuts are rounded off. Those thin covers are typically stainless steel, over a solid steel nut. Unless they are horribly rounded off, it's likely a proper sized SIX POINT socket will fit tighly enough to remove them.

Then they can be replaced by some quality, solid steel lug nuts. If he wanted chrome ones, he will need to spend the money on good ones, as the cheap ones tend to rust very soon.

I agree with the above poster who said to always use a torque wrench, and also, always use only a six point socket.

And just one more thing, keep those professional air hose jockeys, with their air tools, far away from your trailer.
gmw_photos
Explorer
May 27, 2016
Some interesting replies to the OP's question ! I get the impression he is saying the hex shape of the wheel lug nuts are rounded off. Those thin covers are typically stainless steel, over a solid steel nut. Unless they are horribly rounded off, it's likely a proper sized SIX POINT socket will fit tighly enough to remove them.

Then they can be replaced by some quality, solid steel lug nuts. If he wanted chrome ones, he will need to spend the money on good ones, as the cheap ones tend to rust very soon.

I agree with the above poster who said to always use a torque wrench, and alsoo, always use only a six point socket.