Lug Bolts W126
I am having a real problem with the lug bolts on my '87 300SDL (factory wheels). Having had searched on the subject of lug bolts, to anti-seize / grease or not, and all the rest, I am about ready to puke! No one has addressed the apparent problem of bolt breakage & seizure. Yes, I have torque to factory specs, tried anti-seize, and still just broke a bolt trying to remove a wheel.
I recently replace ALL of the bolts with chrome bolts that seem to be about 1/3 weight less than the bent up OE. I like the look, but they are junk. Where do I buy real bolts, or how about threaded studs with either Turner style nuts or allen type ... stainless or something that is substantial that will WORK and look good.
The extra long (3.75" x 12MM x 1.50) bolts just seem to snap above the ball. Any suggestions?
- Mike
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