Group Buy: (4) 17mm hubcentric adapters/spacers
#301
I forgot to follow up on this; yes the factory bolts had adequate space; just barely but good. I've got many comments on the spacers/stance - love it. Would really like 2" lower but cannot do; need all the clearance. A photographer I am not, just waiting for the coffee chick in the bikini to make my breakfast.
Last edited by Burt Gummer; 04-02-2017 at 06:04 PM.
#302
I know that buying 17mm means no grinding of the studs. However, I ended up buying the 15mm spacers from Larry at MotorSport Tech and also picked up a set of storm wheels. Does anyone know if the 15mm spacers and Storm wheels will still require stud grinding? I thought the Storm wheels had more clearance but I'm not positive. Thank you!
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#305
I guess my question was more in regards to the Storm wheels which were designed for the CC brakes. I appreciate the feedback though!
#306
Doing it that way you minimize the risk of throwing something out of balance also. Unground, touching bolts causes a 'whirling' rotation sound as a warning.
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#309
I don't know.
If it were me though I would as a future safety precaution. At least remove the indent/M. That is about 1.5-2mm. What if you put a spare on it someday or something unforeseen?
A 4" grinder is $50 and it is super easy. Or a shop would probably charge under $25 extra.
Anyone near Portland can feel free to borrow mine anytime. In order to grind the studs flat you remove the Dewalt hood/shield from the rotating wheel. Wear glass, the sparks are manageable and it takes very little effort. If you use a cordless 18v model like mine you'll need two charged batteries.
The spacers are a must have for these F-Types no doubt. Looks so much better with the tires filling out the fenders.
If it were me though I would as a future safety precaution. At least remove the indent/M. That is about 1.5-2mm. What if you put a spare on it someday or something unforeseen?
A 4" grinder is $50 and it is super easy. Or a shop would probably charge under $25 extra.
Anyone near Portland can feel free to borrow mine anytime. In order to grind the studs flat you remove the Dewalt hood/shield from the rotating wheel. Wear glass, the sparks are manageable and it takes very little effort. If you use a cordless 18v model like mine you'll need two charged batteries.
The spacers are a must have for these F-Types no doubt. Looks so much better with the tires filling out the fenders.
Last edited by Burt Gummer; 04-30-2017 at 05:04 PM.
#310
#311
They aren't *that* expensive, and Lenny gave me a discount when i mentioned i was part of the F-Type Forum... so i just pulled the trigger. If you want black, dont forget to ask for anodized black - no extra cost, just another day to complete
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#312
Had a weird issue yesterday, kind of scary. Noticed some front end odd vibration on the highway and when I got home I checked all my lugnuts.
Some in the front were loose. I am **** and know each one was torqued to 92lbs according to my beep beep Craftsman torque wrench.
So now I am a little concerned that the digital wrench isn't accurate and have a precision instruments wrench on the way.
Luckily the F-Type is my fair weather 2nd vehicle so I'll work it out.
If the beep beep wrench screwed me I'd go back through the spacers and wheels and adjust.
I've had more than average hassles with the spacers but not regretful at all - worth it.
Some in the front were loose. I am **** and know each one was torqued to 92lbs according to my beep beep Craftsman torque wrench.
So now I am a little concerned that the digital wrench isn't accurate and have a precision instruments wrench on the way.
Luckily the F-Type is my fair weather 2nd vehicle so I'll work it out.
If the beep beep wrench screwed me I'd go back through the spacers and wheels and adjust.
I've had more than average hassles with the spacers but not regretful at all - worth it.
Last edited by Burt Gummer; 05-01-2017 at 03:28 PM.
#313
Had a weird issue yesterday, kind of scary. Noticed some front end odd vibration on the highway and when I got home I checked all my lugnuts.
Some in the front were loose. I am **** and know each one was torqued to 92lbs according to my beep beep Craftsman torque wrench.
So now I am a little concerned that the digital wrench isn't accurate and have a precision instruments wrench on the way. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Luckily the F-Type is my fair weather 2nd vehicle so I'll work it out.
If the beep beep wrench screwed me I'd go back through the spacers and wheels and adjust.
I've had more than average hassles with the spacers but not regretful at all - worth it.
Some in the front were loose. I am **** and know each one was torqued to 92lbs according to my beep beep Craftsman torque wrench.
So now I am a little concerned that the digital wrench isn't accurate and have a precision instruments wrench on the way. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Luckily the F-Type is my fair weather 2nd vehicle so I'll work it out.
If the beep beep wrench screwed me I'd go back through the spacers and wheels and adjust.
I've had more than average hassles with the spacers but not regretful at all - worth it.
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#316
I will use a clicker torque wrench for consistency, but always rely on the grunt quotient as a sanity check.
#318
I will let you know how it turns out on my car. I have the maelstrom wheels which were designed for the CC brakes as well, so I am guessing they are same size and offset as the storm wheels. I am going to do some measurements next week and put in an order for my spacers. I'll let you know how it works out. The fronts are the same so you should be fine with the 17mm, the rears I actually believe can take wider spacers.
#319
I will let you know how it turns out on my car. I have the maelstrom wheels which were designed for the CC brakes as well, so I am guessing they are same size and offset as the storm wheels. I am going to do some measurements next week and put in an order for my spacers. I'll let you know how it works out. The fronts are the same so you should be fine with the 17mm, the rears I actually believe can take wider spacers.