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Feb 6, 2014 | 06:32 PM

#21

QuartzSTypeR

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From: Aurora, CO

I just got some from Napa or CarQuest or the like.

Feb 6, 2014 | 08:53 PM

#22

Wuzupez

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I like these but someone said ours need to be flat with a washer to work on our wheels? This true?
20 Lug Nuts Bulge Acorn 12x1 5 Black 3 4 Hex | eBay

Feb 6, 2014 | 09:51 PM

#23

Injekter

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From: ORYGON

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wuzupez

I like these but someone said ours need to be flat with a washer to work on our wheels? This true?
20 Lug Nuts Bulge Acorn 12x1 5 Black 3 4 Hex | eBay

yes true...use the search function

Feb 6, 2014 | 09:52 PM

#24

Norri

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From: PHX some of the time

It is true, search the S Type section for lug nuts for a lot of info.

Feb 6, 2014 | 10:20 PM

#25

kr98664

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Wuzupez

I like these but someone said ours need to be flat with a washer to work on our wheels? This true?
20 Lug Nuts Bulge Acorn 12x1 5 Black 3 4 Hex | eBay

That is correct. Here's a link showing the style needed:

http://www.dormanproducts.com/itemdetail.aspx?ProductID=18123&SEName=611-117

Feb 7, 2014 | 06:41 AM

#26

Staatsof

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From: No. NJ

Go with Gorilla nuts!

Here are just some of the threads out there.

My nuts still look great.

https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/s...-73138t-44801/

https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/s...ug-nuts-39335/

https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/s...ug-nuts-38295/

Quote:

Originally Posted by kr98664

Here is an earlier thread on the same subject:

Lug Nut Removal Tips - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum

I've switched to the Dorman lug nuts and am very happy with them. Others have gone to the Chrysler/Mitsubishi version. Both part numbers are in that message. Remember, when you do switch, make sure you get a new lug wrench to match, as the hex is a different size.

Feb 7, 2014 | 11:05 AM

#27

Wuzupez

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From: NY

Haha your nuts look great!!!

Feb 7, 2014 | 12:28 PM

#28

phaelax

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From: Columbus, OH

Thanks for the tip, just ordered the gorilla nuts. Got them from SFX Performance for $61.50 on their ebay store. That was for a set of 24. They sold sets of 20 on their web store (not ebay) for a few bucks cheaper, but charged shipping so it was the same price to just get 4 extra with the ebay purchase. Never hurts to have some extra nuts!

Feb 7, 2014 | 03:33 PM

#29

tbird6

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I have had the Dorman lug nuts for several years and they work good. However they are chrome plated and NOT stainless steel like I thought they were. I have a slight amount of rust on them now.
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Feb 8, 2014 | 07:38 AM

#30

Jon89

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From: Raleigh, NC

I've had the Mitsubishi lug nuts on my S-Type for nearly four years now. Zero rust, and they hold up well to the lug wrench. They were a bit more costly than the Dormans but have proved to be worth it in the long run....