Can I Drive A Short Distance On Only 3 Lugnuts
#1
I have a stripped lugnut that wont come off and i need to take it somewhrre
to get it taken off. Can i drive a short distance on 3 lugnuts??? Let me know thx or
give me ideas how to get lug off
to get it taken off. Can i drive a short distance on 3 lugnuts??? Let me know thx or
give me ideas how to get lug off
#4
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From: London, Ontario
Vehicle: 2011 Kawasaki ZX6R
I drove my auto tib around with only 3 lugs on both front wheels for over a year with no problems. Not saying nothing will happen, just saying I had no issues. I even took it to the track and did several pulls, some with brake launching so it's up to you.
#6
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From: London, Ontario
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Does the broken stud still have some in the wheel or is it snapped flush with the rotor? That can make a big difference. If you have some in there then it is still supporting the car even if it doesn't have a lug on it.
#7
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From: Atlanta, GA
Vehicle: MC + RD2 + AW11 + 944 = 4x Win
One would think since the wheels are designed to be snug on the hub lip that so long as the 3 are tight there will be plenty of support despite where the stud is snapped. Just break out the torque wrench and make sure they are on there REALLY good.
#8
I drove my eclipse with 1 lug loosely holding on 2 wheels, and 2 lugs loosely holding on the other 2 wheels for a couple hours at speeds ranging from 0-45 mph. chairshot.gif I couldn't figure out why it clunked so bad when I turned, but they never did have a problem.