Reply To: Wheel nut conundrum

Norman,

Probably not.

Both Slough rims and Pilote rims require the same profile wheel nut.  Originally those nuts were brass – presumably to be sacrificial and prevent the hub studs being stripped or broken if overtightened.

The trouble is most originals are now so worn that even if they appear to be tight they are probably not.  I have a bucket with about 50 of them which are only good for the scrap value of the material.

When I fitted my Pilotes I managed to obtain a set of (steel) Renault 16 wheel nuts from a friendly Renault enthusiast.  They are perfect but, sadly, also in short supply today.

However, there are a number of companies supplying suitable steel wheel nuts with the correct thread and shoulder and that is what I recommend.

B……