Wheel stud replacement

[datu]

Looks like I have to switch to longer wheel studs to pass tech in SCCA autocross. Anybody do this before and what's the easiest way to get the old ones off?

[sqznby]

I'm actually looking for the same info.
I have seen people use a small sledge hammer to remove them.

What studs did you get?

[idreamofdrifting]

What kind of studs to get...
http://forums.club4ag.com/zerothread?id=86030

How to replace 'em...
http://forums.club4ag.com/zerothread?id=31792

[carbd7age]

I have a box of 10 Land Cruiser studs, I want to eventually put em on the front so I can run a small spacer. My center caps won't clear the dust caps, if there ever was a worse reason to widen the front track lol.

[datu]

I found taking them out was pretty easy, just use a hammer after spraying the base with PB Blaster. I only had to replace the rears since the fronts passed inspection. Here's some info I found:

http://www.mr2.com/forums/mk2-braking-s ... short.html

I went with a box of 10 Dorman 610-312 for $18.60 shipped on Ebay. Thanks guys!

[Deuce Cam]

There's a nifty tool for installing the studs. Here's a pic:



Make sure the type of lug nut seat on the tool matches the lug nuts (tapered/acorn seat pictured above). In addition to the tool above you'll need a strong impact gun, and a lug nut or two (I recommend using old junk lug nuts, not your fancy lug nuts). Only use this method on used hubs or axles.*

*Use a shop press for the wheel studs if the hubs/axles are brand new - this is because the new hubs won't have splines cut into them yet.