HIPER Wheels - Best Lug Nuts to use ??

[08400EX]

Hi Guys,

My Hiper Tech 3s will be here next Wed. For those who have them what lug nuts did you use? The Hiper dealer told me to turn my stock lugnuts around and use the flat side against the wheels. Is this OK?

I was thinking of something nicer and hoping you guys know of something better (looking) than stock.

Thanks in advance.

Dave

[NJ450rider]

Ive always used the stock lugs with the cone facing in like normal rims. Never had a problem in 4 years. I think they lock in place better that way. The only other thing i can suggest is that ITP i think makes chrome lug nuts that are flat for aftermarket rims. Or at least someone does if its not ITP.

[tanner 222]

i use something like this...

[08400EX]

Originally posted by tanner 222
i use something like this...

If you could tell me the brand and/or application plus where to get those it would be appreciated.

[exracer416]

those are itp's

[hornetgod13]

These are what I use with my Tech 3 HiPers. They are ITP Flat Lug nuts. They are $1.24 a piece and are 10mm x 1.25 pitch with 14mm head.

http://www.rockymountainatv.com/productDetail.do?navType=type&webTypeId=137&navTitle=Tires+and+Wheels&webCatId=8&prodFamilyId=5353

I have a BRAND NEW set of 16 still in the original box that I would sell you. PM if your interested.

[hornetgod13]

Here's a couple pictures of those lug nuts I was talking about. I PMed you somemore info. Write back if you're interested.

[hornetgod13]

Picture of the original box.

[tanner 222]

Originally posted by hornetgod13
These are what I use with my Tech 3 HiPers. They are ITP Flat Lug nuts. They are $1.24 a piece and are 10mm x 1.25 pitch with 14mm head.

http://www.rockymountainatv.com/productDetail.do?navType=type&webTypeId=137&navTitle=Tires+and+Wheels&webCatId=8&prodFamilyId=5353

I have a BRAND NEW set of 16 still in the original box that I would sell you. PM if your interested.

ya those are what i use

[08400EX]

Originally posted by hornetgod13
These are what I use with my Tech 3 HiPers. They are ITP Flat Lug nuts. They are $1.24 a piece and are 10mm x 1.25 pitch with 14mm head.

I have a BRAND NEW set of 16 still in the original box that I would sell you. PM if your interested.

Thanks for the offer (I got your PM), I may take you up on those.

Also, thanks to everyone for the feedback and info.

[hornetgod13]

Where did you buy your Hipers? How much did they set you back?
Do I need to Ebay those lug nuts?

[08400EX]

Originally posted by hornetgod13
Where did you buy your Hipers? How much did they set you back?
Do I need to Ebay those lug nuts?

His name starts with an "M" :-)

Great guy and since we are both in the aftermarket performance business (him Trucks/ATVs, me Sports Cars) he took really good care of me!

Hang on to the lug nuts for a few days if you can. I am still trying to make up my mind what to use. It will be easier to decide when I have the wheels in hand. I want to do black anodized lug nuts, but I haven't found any. I may just get yours and talk my wife into Power Coating them stealth black for me (she does all of our PC work)

BTW, I just got my tracking number a few minutes ago and they are scheduled for Wed delivery... it sucks that my iRazrs won't be here until Friday!!! Oh well, I guess I have to just look at the wheels only for a couple of days.

Thanks for the great offer on the lug nuts, but I will understand if you want to sell them immediately and not wait


Dave

[hornetgod13]

I will hold the lug nuts for you. I bet your Wife could cut you a good deal on the powder coating ;)

Did you take my advice and buy the HiPers from the same seller I got them from?

[08400EX]

I had already spoke with Matt a couple of months ago, but your feedback and others here made me feel even more comfortable doing business with him. I also spoke with Hiper directly and they too spoke very highly of him. After that and the deal he offered me it was a no brainer!!

It doesn't take too much to talk her into PC, she loves doing it. Here is a pic of one of her earlier 2 color PC projects (Chrome silver w/red letters) when she was just learning.

[hornetgod13]

I'm sure she can do a nice job on lug nuts if you decide to go that route.

Be certain you have a 3/8" 12 point socket and an inch pound torque wrench for the HiPer install.

[08400EX]

Got that covered, plus I have read there instructions a few times on-line. Those things look to be a a piece of cake compared to some of the 3-piece racing wheels I have done. I wish those things had o-rings like the Hipers!!!

Thanks for all the tips and reminders, I am sure in my excitement I will forget something.

[hornetgod13]

They are easy to install but, it's just time consuming with all the bolts. They are easy to over-torque so that's why I wanted to remind you about the torque wrench.

Also, double check the ring bolts after a ride or two to ensure they aren't loose. Most all of mine were the first time I checked them.

Did you get dual beadlock rears and single fronts? What color rings? Red or Black? I'm guessing black.

[08400EX]

Originally posted by hornetgod13

Did you get dual beadlock rears and single fronts? What color rings? Red or Black? I'm guessing black.

Yes single front and double rear... and good guess :-)

[hornetgod13]

Take a look at what I found. Moose Racing Black Lug Nuts that would go perfectly with your HiPers. I think this might be a Valentine Gift from the Wife. $65.00 for a set of 16. Here's a link.
http://www.powerpartsplus.com/pages/catalogs/viewproductdetailbysku/U2t1U3RhcnRzOm1vb3Nl/all/26641/moose-lug-nuts-black-flat-nuts.aspx

[08400EX]

COOL, I like those. Thanks!!