Lug bolts? - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

JWJ · #1 08-15-2006, 03:27 PM

Why do German cars have lug bolts instead of lug nuts?

MattBelliveau · #2 08-15-2006, 03:29 PM

I used to have a Mazda that had Bolts. In fact, most every foreign car that I have not worked on, had bolts.

Wes Bender · #3 08-15-2006, 03:40 PM

They lost the war and it's their way of getting even.........

Lug bolts are a PITA, but you can get a threaded stud to help hang the wheel while you put the bolts in. I just balance the tire and wheel on my foot while installing bolts.

SirNik84 · #4 08-15-2006, 03:51 PM

I'm not sure why they do it, but i don't have any problems with it. The wheel centers itself on the hub. if you push the center cap with one hand, to hold it on the hub, you can spin the wheel with the other until the holes line up and then put on the bolts.

softconsult · #5 08-15-2006, 03:58 PM

The last two posts are sort of surprising.

Are you guys aware of the alloy wheel mounting device that comes in the tool kit. Before you remove the wheel you screw device into one of the top bolt holes. When you put the wheel back on you simply lift it onto this temporary stud. Put in a bolt or two and tighten finger tight. Remove the tool and put it back in the tool kit roll.

I'm sure they are available at the dealer.

Steve

sokoloff · #6 08-15-2006, 04:25 PM

My '59 ponton has lug nuts. My '83 240D has lug bolts. Somewhere in between they made the change.

Len

JEREMYC · #7 08-15-2006, 04:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by softconsult

The last two posts are sort of surprising.

Are you guys aware of the alloy wheel mounting device that comes in the tool kit. Before you remove the wheel you screw device into one of the top bolt holes. When you put the wheel back on you simply lift it onto this temporary stud. Put in a bolt or two and tighten finger tight. Remove the tool and put it back in the tool kit roll.

I'm sure they are available at the dealer.

Steve

I was not aware of this. I have owned 3 MB's and I have worked in a salvage yard as a salesman for over 5 years. Never heard of such a thing. I will have to look in my tool kit (if I have one) and see if it is in there. My first aid kit was still in my car when I bought it so maybe that is too. We will see!