Every driver knows how important it is to keep your 8×170 wheel spacers properly secured and torqued to spec. Not only does this ensure safe driving, but it can also prevent costly repairs down the road from things like worn wheel studs or bearing damage. Every time you perform wheel maintenance, you have to tighten the vehicle’s lug nuts accurately.
The reference torque specification for 8×170 wheel spacers is 83.3 ft-lbs (113 Nm) to 103.5 ft-lbs (140 Nm). Please be aware that this is just a reference torque value. Some wheels or off-roading applications may require more or less tightening torque. Therefore, it’s best to consult a tire specialist to ensure the exact torque spec before operating.
How to Properly Torque 8×170 Wheel Spacers?
With the right tools and preparation, most knowledgeable DIYers can install 8×170 wheel spacers themselves. But if you never install wheel spacers, it is better to have a professional mechanic install the spacers for you. Here are some key tips:
Clean the Wheel Hub:
Before putting the wheel spacers on the vehicle hub, it is a good idea to do some cleaning for your vehicle hub. Spray degreaser on the wheel hub and wipe down the surface, ensuring it is clean and smooth.
Use a Torque Wrench:
A good torque wrench allows you to tighten 8×170 wheel spacers to a specified torque by giving you tactile, visual, or auditory feedback when you’ve reached the target setting. Generally, a click-style torque wrench with a replaceable socket is optimal for wheel spacers and good for most other automotive applications.
Re-torque Lug Nuts:
It is crucial to re-tighten your new 8×170 wheel spacers after the first 50 to 100 driving miles. Then, just re-torque them every routine tire maintenance. By torquing each lug nut to the proper torque specification, your new aftermarket wheel spacers will safely function.
What Type of 8×170 Wheel Spacers Are Best?
The best 8×170 wheel spacers help you unlock a new level of stance and performance without compromising safety. Always stick to reputable brand wheel spacers, there will be no problems. The unwavering commitment to quality, precision engineering, and customer satisfaction make BONOSS the best choice for many truck enthusiasts.
Precise Engineering:
BONOSS forged active cooling wheel spacers are meticulously CNC 0.02mm engineered and constructed from premium 6061-T6/ 7075-T6 aluminum alloys. This ensures precise fitment and unwavering strength. Their tight tolerances guarantee a secure, snug wheel connection.
More Size Options:
With a wide range of sizes available, from 1/2-inch to 5-inch, BONOSS caters to various wheel and tire setups. This flexibility allows you to dial in the perfect stance and track width for your specific build.
Besides, BONOSS provides a custom wheel spacers and adapters services. Custom 8×170 wheel spacers range wildly allowing you to fit your dream rims. Thickness: 3mm-160mm, Dimension range: 130mm-350mm.
Better Hub-Centric Design:
To prevent high-speed vibrations, a wheel spacer must be hub-centric. So, they can get centered when they are installed. BONOSS forged active cooling 8×170 wheel spacers come with better multi-stage hub-centric lips. The hub-centric metal ring is machined to be multi-layers, and the bevels fit the corresponding hub flange, which eliminates any possible gaps.
They are precisely CNC machined. The precision is within 0.02mm tolerance. Such precise BONOSS forged active cooling 8×170 wheel spacers are easier to sit flush up against the vehicle hub and wheel, reducing the chance of wheel vibrations.
High-strength Hardware:
When it comes to safe 8×170 wheel spacers, wheel lugs are important. High-strength wheel studs and nuts ensure a strong wheel-spacer-hub connection. Every BONOSS forged active cooling wheel spacer kit includes high-quality hardware, such as ISO grade 12.9 wheel studs (tensile strength over 1220 MPa) and ISO grade 10 wheel nuts (proof load over 1,100 MPa).
(Hi, I’m Kevin Brian, a 30-year mechanical engineer. For a better user experience, this article is original content uploaded by humans. It is not generated by Artificial intelligence (AI) Models or tools.)
