Adding 16mm wheel spacers is one of the easiest and quickest ways to fix tire rubbing issues. By moving the wheels and tires further from the suspension, wheel spacers create more inner wheel clearance to keep big brake calipers from rubbing against the wheel spokes. The wheels are set apart more, providing better traction and improving the car’s grip on the pavement.
With these 16mm wheel spacers, you will experience better handling especially when cornering. As long as you torque spacers on wheels correctly, you can drive safely and confidently with wheel spacers. Here are some expert rules of correctly torquing 16mm wheel spacers:
Best 16mm Wheel Spacers Torque Rules
Clean the Wheel Hub:
Spray degreaser on the wheel hub, use a brush to clean as much as the rust. Then wipe it down with the emery cloth. Make sure the contact surfaces are smooth. Any rust that exists will cause the spacer to be installed not completely parallel to the hub.
Correct Torque Specs:
The REFERENCE torque spec on the 16mm wheel spacer is 83.3 ft-lbs for M12 bolts and 103.5 ft-lbs for M14 bolts. For some wheels or applications, you may need more or less tightening torque. So, it’s best to consult a tire specialist to ensure the exact torque spec before operating
Proper Sequence:
Start threading the hardware by hand, then use the torque wrench to tighten spacer wheel nuts in a crisscross sequence. When the wheel bolts are properly torqued down, you will feel a click around the head of the wrench. Don’t trust an impact gun can settle everything down.
Re-torque Wheel Spacers:
it is crucial to re-torque your new wheel spacers after the first 50 to 100 driving miles. Then, just re-torque them every routine tire maintenance. By torquing each wheel nut to the proper torque specification, your new wheel spacers will safely function.
What 16mm Wheel Spacers Are Best?
Safety, precision, strength, and best experience are what sets BONOSS apart from other spacer manufacturers. All BONOSS forged lightweight plus 16mm wheel spacers are built strictly to meet international standards that can improve the quality of your own driving experience. BONOSS offers several key advantages that make their spacers a top choice.
1. Extreme Lightweight for Better Performance
As we all know, the lighter the unsprung weight is, the better the handling capabilities. BONOSS forged lightweight plus 996 wheel spacers are machined with “Hollow Carved” holes. Compared with the previous production, they are at least 20% lighter. The weight of these BONOSS wheel spacers is quite insignificant, and they won’t damage any suspension parts.
2. Aerospace Materials for Improved Strength
BONOSS forged lightweight plus 16mm wheel spacers are made of 6061-T6 and 7075-T6 aluminum alloys. The 6061-T6/ 7075-T6 aluminum alloy is high-quality aluminum that has excellent corrosion resistance and high toughness. The tensile strength is up to 572 MPa (AL7075-T6). They are strong enough to handle various driving conditions.
3. Strong Fasteners for Enhanced Stability
To ensure safety, BONOSS provides ISO grade 12.9 wheel bolts. These lug bolts will undergo a series of safety tests before leaving the factory. The results of those performance tests are great: tensile strength≥1,282 MPa, ultimate tensile load≥152,000 N. They are all approved by over 75 SGS and TÜV authoritative certification reports.
In Summary: Unlock More Wheel Options with BONOSS
From advanced lightweight plus advantages to customizable solutions and certified quality, BONOSS forged lightweight plus 16mm wheel spacers are designed to provide a safe, reliable, and enhanced driving experience. Choose BONOSS and experience the difference—engineered for those who demand the best.
(Hi, I’m Kevin Brian, an experienced mechanical engineer. All articles, images, and videos are human-produced to ensure the best user experience. They are not generated by Artificial Intelligence (AI) Models or tools.)
