Question about Lug Nuts

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Black 97 Snake

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• Apr 9, 2004

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I just recently bought 03 Cobra wheels for my 97 Cobra. They have a tapered seat for the lugs. The problem is the lugs that I bought (also tapered but do not match perfectly) keep coming loose. Obviously this is a HUGE problem. Can anyone tell me what kind of lug to buy or how to cure this problem? Any input would be GREATLY appreciated!

 

missouri_guy197

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Do the stock lugs work ok? If so I'd just use them...Are you torquing them to 90-100ft-lbs?

 

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I didn't have a torque wrench at first, so I figured they were not being torqued enough. However, I did torque them with a wrench after tightening them about 3-4 times, and they still loosen. I actually am trying the stock lugs today...they just look old is all, but better than a wheel falling off. If they work then I will go buy a new set exactly like that from Ford I guess. The weirdest thing is that it is coming from just one wheel. (Right rear)

 

Hissmann

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Apr 10, 2004

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I torqued mine to 90ft lb, and I was afraid that was to much. Glad to know my instincts still work good.

 

Got N2O

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I use autozone lug nuts. Way cheaper than ford and they work well for me.

 

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The problem is that I bought these from Autozone. It was definitely the lugs as I haven't had a problem since I tried the stocks. It is just so weird b/c it was only one wheel. As long as it's fixed im happy though.