Can 1/2 Inch Wheel Studs be Changed to 9/16 Inch Wheel Studs
Question:
1/2” factory wheel studs to 9/16” wheel studs. 1992 Featherlite 8110 livestock trailer. I am putting 8 x 6.5 Alcoa aluminum wheels on but the new wheels require 9/16 studs. I would like to know if I can just swap out wheel studs or do I need to replace hub/drum to 9/16 studs. I believe the trailer was equipped with 7k dexter torsion axles from factory. Thank you for your time!
asked by: Josh
Helpful Expert Reply:
It may be possible to change your studs from 1/2" to 9/16" so long as the studs are drive-in (as opposed to threaded); also, the length and knurl diameter needs to be the same. For example, the Kodiak Wheel Bolt - 9/16" Diameter x 2-1/2" Long # K916WB25 has a 0.685" knurl diameter.
So you do need to have some very specific measurements, otherwise you will need to change your hub to get that size wheel stud. I have added a link to a video review for you to check out as well as a link to our selection of 9/16" diameter, drive-in wheel studs.
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Kodiak Wheel Bolt - 9/16" Diameter x 2-1/2" Long
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- Boat Trailer Wheels
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- Trailer Tires and Wheels
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- 9/16 Inch Diameter
- Drive-In Stud
- 2-1/2 Inch Long
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Dexter Trailer Hub & Drum for 5,200- to 7,000-lb Axles - 8 on 6-1/2 - 9/16" Studs - Pre-Greased
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- For 7000 lbs Axles
- 9/16 Inch Stud
- 8 on 6-1/2 Inch
- 16 Inch Wheel
- 16-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 17 Inch Wheel
- 17-1/2 Inch Wheel
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