The socket size of a 2015 Mustang lug nut is 13/16” (21mm). Swapping wheel nuts from stock to aftermarket is one of the most common mods most people make to their sports cars. Sometimes, it’s a simple cosmetic and performance upgrade. The wheel nuts’ style and colors can improve the wheels’ look. Other times, it’s necessary for a set of new aftermarket rims. As the modern Mustang lug nut kit becomes more diverse, you have more options.
Aftermarket Ford Mustang wheel nuts can add a personalized style and improve safety. When choosing aftermarket Ford Mustang lug nuts, the materials are also important. Due to differences between materials in strength, brittleness, and corrosion resistance properties, different aftermarket lug nuts perform differently. Generally, high-quality steel Ford Mustang wheel nuts ensure a stronger wheel connection. It is important to figure out which set is right for your vehicle.
Can Aftermarket Ford Mustang Lug Nuts Rust?
Steel Ford Mustang lug nuts are often stronger and more durable. Most Ford Mustang lug nuts express performance in metric grades. Each grade has a specific nut strength. The higher number means the higher the tensile strength of the lug nut. BONOSS forged Ford Mustang wheel nuts are made of high-strength 50BV30 steel. They are ISO grade 12 approved. The minimum proof load is over 105,700N. The super forging process maximizes the strength which makes them highly resistant to wear and damage.
Most Ford Mustang lug nuts are exposed to air and water, and as time goes by, rust occurs. To further improve the corrosion resistance, BONOSS forged 50BV30 steel Ford Mustang wheel nuts come through a special surface treatment. They give neutral salt spray resistances exceeding 500 hours. Such advanced special surface treatment also improves the scratch resistance ability. This means these BONOSS forged 50BV30 steel Ford wheel nuts remain in good condition over time.
