[Canonshooter]

Yes, you read that right - I'm getting new nuts! :woohoo:

The sexy nuts I wanted were out of stock just about everywhere, but I managed to buy some off Amazon. I paid too much for my new nuts, but what the heck - they're black and 56 year old guys get all teary-eyed over this stuff. :tissue:

My new nuts are supposed to arrive next week via UPS - I sure hope the UPS driver treats them gently. I figured I needed new nuts for WBM and I will post pics of them as soon as I'm wearing 'em. :discomonkey:

 

[beantown]

What color are your new nuts?

 

[good dog]

Don't over-torque your new nuts!!!!!!!! Tighten them by hand before.

 

[Canonshooter]

Don't over-torque your new nuts!!!!!!!! Tighten them by hand before.

Always!

Chris, they are black McGard spline nuts. The chromies I've had forever are getting pretty shabby, even if no one ever looks at them any more.

 

[Arthrogrian19]

Always!

Chris, they are black McGard spline nuts. The chromies I've had forever are getting pretty shabby, even if no one ever looks at them any more.

My red nuts are starting to get a little mangy, too, especially after the tire shop used their air wrench on them. :shake:

 

[pleiad7]

Phew, for a second I thought they were the kind that dangle from your bumper!

 

[jgrote]

Phew, for a second I thought they were the kind that dangle from your bumper!

Nuts should never dangle, they should always be properly secured.:biggrin:

 

[Canonshooter]

Phew, for a second I thought they were the kind that dangle from your bumper!

I could never understand why someone would want to drag them along the road like that...:crazy:

 

[SKSTI]

The sexy nuts I wanted were out of stock just about everywhere, but I managed to buy some off Amazon. I paid too much for my new nuts, but what the heck - they're black and 56 year old guys get all teary-eyed over this stuff. :tissue:

How much? These nuts might be in the "bling" category, but they do serve a purpose than just sitting there and look pretty. I've wasted all kinds of money on craptastic nonsense all the time, so these McGards are worthy of indulgence, even if you paid full price, IMO.

I have the black set also. Mine's been on the vehicle for a little over 3 years now, and still look new. I picked them up from Ebay, including the key, for $64 shipped.

 

[Blue&Red]

If they start to turn blue consult with your significant other or a physician. :huh:

 

[Blue&Red]

Phew, for a second I thought they were the kind that dangle from your bumper!

Your avatar is curious given the content of this thread. :icon_razz:

 

[Tussen]

My red nuts are starting to get a little mangy, too, especially after the tire shop used their air wrench on them. :shake:

It's always best to use your spare nuts if you're going to let other men handle them.

 

[beantown]

I agree with Tussen!

 

[Legacy]

So you're into black nuts, hey whatever floats yer boat. What brandage ?

 

[E^vol]

My red nuts are starting to get a little mangy, too, especially after the tire shop used their air wrench on them. :shake:

You let some greasy monkey :monkey_dance: use a tool on your nuts?

 

[preacher]

Be sure to add a tad of white grease to your studs....you don't want the inside of your nuts to be dry.

 

[usmonkey]

Somehow, our stock lugnuts seem to be lighter than most aftermarket ones i've used.

 

[Duderotomy]

My nuts are looking rather worn... I should upgrade mine.

 

[Arthrogrian19]

You let some greasy monkey :monkey_dance: use a tool on your nuts?

It's always best to use your spare nuts if you're going to let other men handle them.

Yeah, unfortunately, I got the new guy. Usually they tighten my nuts by hand. Now my red nuts have scratches and gouges on them.

Has anyone ever painted their nuts?

 

[Canonshooter]

Has anyone ever painted their nuts?

No, but be careful spray painting them outside as the neighbors may get upset.

I installed my new nuts last night!:woohoo:

Pics to follow...