Gorilla Aluminum Racing Lug Nuts - GROUP BUY
03-22-2016, 05:21 PM
#1
Former Vendor
Thread Starter
Gorilla Aluminum Racing Lug Nuts - GROUP BUY
Hi everyone,
I’m excited to announce that a group buy for Gorilla Aluminum Racing Lug Nuts is now live on Massdrop!
This group buy closes on Wednesday, May 18th at midnight PDT.
For anyone who is unfamiliar with how Massdrop works, our group buys are called “drops”. Each drop has different price points and associated quantities. The more people who join a drop, the lower the price gets.
To join a drop, just sign in to your Massdrop account (or create one) and click the Join button. Once you join the drop, your card won’t be charged until the drop ends.
Don’t hesitate to ask if you have a question about how the site or group buy works! More to come!
Click here to join the drop!
I’m excited to announce that a group buy for Gorilla Aluminum Racing Lug Nuts is now live on Massdrop!
This group buy closes on Wednesday, May 18th at midnight PDT.
For anyone who is unfamiliar with how Massdrop works, our group buys are called “drops”. Each drop has different price points and associated quantities. The more people who join a drop, the lower the price gets.
To join a drop, just sign in to your Massdrop account (or create one) and click the Join button. Once you join the drop, your card won’t be charged until the drop ends.
Don’t hesitate to ask if you have a question about how the site or group buy works! More to come!
Click here to join the drop!
Gorilla Auto Aluminum Racing Lug Nuts are designed to reduce the weight of your vehicle without sacrificing strength. Made from cold forged aluminum, which is 1/3 the weight of steel, they provide a firm and secure hold to last for years to come. Easy to install and remove, they’re also available in a wide range of finish options to complement your car. For something more colorful, choose Red or Blue. For a more classic look, choose Black, Silver, or Titanium finishes.
Last edited by Massdrop; 05-13-2016 at 07:07 PM.
03-24-2016, 01:29 PM
#7
Former Vendor
Thread Starter
Hey guys,
The open end version of these lug nuts are available as an option on this drop.
-Lukas
The open end version of these lug nuts are available as an option on this drop.
-Lukas
Last edited by Massdrop; 03-24-2016 at 01:29 PM.
03-24-2016, 04:16 PM
#8
I've used aluminum lugs on my car for autocross with no problem, just make sure you buy 2 sets if you change or remove tires often, especially with non-oem hardened studs, because you will definitely strip/wear out the threads. Naturally, the aluminum can only take so much abuse. I check all my lugs before each event. BTW, I'm in Street Tire classes. Not sure how they would handle R-comps.
I've never weighed steel versus aluminum lugs, but there is definitely a weight savings. Us autocross junkies are always looking to shed unsprung weight.
However, for track (HPDE only for me), I'd stick with steel. I've seen videos where all the drivers lugs stripped and he lost a wheel. Not cool...
I've never weighed steel versus aluminum lugs, but there is definitely a weight savings. Us autocross junkies are always looking to shed unsprung weight.
However, for track (HPDE only for me), I'd stick with steel. I've seen videos where all the drivers lugs stripped and he lost a wheel. Not cool...
03-24-2016, 10:20 PM
#9
Le Mans Master
I love the weight saving of aluminum over steel, but for track use on lugs, no way for me.
03-29-2016, 01:26 PM
#10
Former Vendor
Thread Starter
I would imagine any stripped threads were a result of cross-threading the aluminum lug nuts onto a steel stud.
I asked Gorilla about maximum torque and here is their reply:
Note that this drop closes tonight at midnight PDT!
-Lukas
I asked Gorilla about maximum torque and here is their reply:
Originally Posted by Gorilla Auto
There isn't a max torque on the aluminum lugs, you would be fine torqueing them to factory specs. We "torque test" the lugs which applies upwards of 200 ft-lbs to verify thread strength, so the threads stripping is not a problem.
-Lukas
03-29-2016, 03:57 PM
#11
However, I also had a few that just could not handle the constant on/off of changing wheels/tires frequently. I'd go to torque down the lugs (~80 ft lbs) and they would just strip out from there.
It's not a problem if you have spare lugs (hence why I said buy extra's) and it's definitely quicker to replace than a stud...
I'm just advising people that change wheels often that the aluminum will not hold up like steel lugs.
If you want to shed a few pounds, get a cool look, and aren't tracking the car, I say go for it. A decent set is ~$100, so it's a good deal right now.
03-30-2016, 12:24 AM
#12
Former Vendor
Thread Starter
Thanks for sharing your experience jesup, all good info. How frequently were you swapping wheels around? Just curious.
-Lukas
-Lukas
Last edited by Massdrop; 03-30-2016 at 12:26 AM.
03-30-2016, 10:07 AM
#13
At least 4 times per month. Drive to autocross -> swap to autocross setup -> swap back to DD setup. I autocross'd about 2-4 times per month. Always torque'd ~75 ft lbs... at least that's what my torque wrench said.
05-15-2016, 01:59 AM
#16
Instructor
06-05-2016, 11:38 PM
#17
Agreed. I have used open ended aluminum lugs on ARP extended bolts and never had an issue. I ordered an extra set because they do not take the abuse of an impact wrench which scuffs the outside paint (black in my case). Also, if I am not mistaken the single center wheel lug on several race cars are aluminum.