Among many off-roading enthusiasts, one popular modification is adding dually wheel spacers, which push the wheels outward to create a wider stance. But what exactly do wheel spacers do, and are they safe? The main function of wheel spacers is to increase the track width – the distance between the left and right wheels.
Pushing the wheels outward gives the truck a more aggressive, muscular look. It also improves stability. This is especially beneficial for off-roading, where a wider tack allows the tires to better grip uneven terrain. Another benefit of wheel spacers on the heavy duty trucks is clearing the large brake components. This allows you to run those cool custom rims without issues.
Is It Safe to Run Dually Wheel Spacers?
Yes, dually wheel spacers are safe on heavy-duty trucks. They are mechanical components that push your wheels away from the original vehicle hub. The vehicle’s wheels are actually fastened to the corresponding wheel hub by a clamping force. When the lug nuts are properly tightened, the wheel studs will keep everything in the right place. The hub-to-wheel connection doesn’t change.
As long as you torque each lug nut correctly, high-strength dually spacers won’t break or fail easily. Always purchase from a reputable brand. Genuine brand truck wheel spacers are trustable because of their quality and performance. A set of strong forged aluminum wheel spacers can handle more force without breaking.
What Size Dually Wheel Spacers Are Safe?
When choosing the best size dually wheel spacers, there are several popular sizes to consider: 1/2-inch, 1-inch, 1.25-inch, 1.5-inch, 1.75-inch, and 2-inch spacers. Many truck owners prefer a perfect flush look, while others aim for a more aggressive and powerful stance. Generally, the minimum spacer thickness between the dual tires is about 1/2 inch (12.7mm).
This size provides proper space to avoid tire rubbing without compromising safety. There are other options:
- 1-inch Spacers:
1-inch wheel spacers provide extra clearance without making the wheels stick out too far. - 1.25-inch Spacers:
1.25-inch spacers are particularly popular for off-road use as they provide more stability. - 1.5-inch Spacers:
If you aim for a bolder, more aggressive stance, 1.5-inch spacers are your best choice. - 1.75-inch Spacers:
The 1.75-inch spacers are helpful in preventing the tires from hitting the fenders or any other suspension parts. - 2-inch Spacers:
2-inch wheel spacers provide ample clearance for oversized tires and create a bold aesthetic statement.
Is It Safe to Haul with Dually Wheel Spacers?
Yes, it is safe to haul with dually wheel spacers. Many people have been running wheel spacers for several years towing a trailer and they never had the slightest problem. It is recommended to use bolt-on type spacers. This type of wheel spacer comes with pressed-in wheel studs, so you don’t need to use longer wheel studs. Only if the stud thread is long enough can the studs provide proper clamping force to keep these spacers and wheels balanced.
Different materials provide different mechanical characteristics. Choosing proper wheel spacers for your upgrading project is a vital decision. BONOSS forged active cooling wheel spacers are made of forged 6061-T6/ 7075-T6 aluminum alloys. They undergo a series of safety tests before leaving the factory. The tensile strength is up to 572 MPa, and the yield strength is up to 503 MPa (AL7075-T6).
Forged Aluminum wheel spacers generally perform better than steel ones. By properly hard anodized, the corrosion-resistance ability is greatly enhanced. With the same price as most spacers, BONOSS forged active cooling truck wheel spacers provide ISO standard grade 12.9 wheel studs (tensile strength≥1,220 MPa) and ISO standard grade 10 wheel nuts (proof load≥1,110 MPa). These wheel studs and nuts are approved by over 66 SGS TÜV test reports.
(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.)
