Hi, I want to pick up some new wheel studs for my 66. I will be using Torque Thrust II wheels with closed lugs.

On my front I will have 1LE rotors, I want to remove the 12mm lugs and replace them with 7/16 threads (maybe even 1/2). What diameter andhow long should I get them?

On my stock rear I will be using 97 camaro brakes and want to replace them with 7/16 threads (or again 1/2) what length and diameter should I get?

I will probably go with ARP studs, it maybe overkill but I like the insurance.

Thanks!

I'm currently doing a 1LE conversion on my 68.
I decided to use 7/16" studs.
I had to have the rotors drilled oversized to 9/16" for the new studs. The studs I'm using are a total of 1 21/32" long. They are 1 3/16" long from flush of the rotor. These are the same studs Global West has.
The original studs are too small at the knurl to use in the 1LE rotors.
I can't say for sure if they will work w/ closed style nuts. I'd say so though.

A GOOD local hardware store will have a selection of socket head cap screws, you can tap the hub for a 1/2X20 thread and run cap screws in from the back with some red or green locktite
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Home depot or Lowes don't stock them, it needs to be a good nuts and bolts place, in CA we have Orchard Supply, real good for small neat stuff.

I am having a tough time finding specs on studs! I found some info on some dorman studs though.

The stock rear lugs on the are dorman 610-186, 7/16 at 1 15/32 long.

I see an extended option. dorman 610-157 7/16 at 2 1/8 long. (since its presented as an option in autozones books I assume its the same knurl)

Is this to long for closed nuts do you think?

How 'good' is dorman?

Anyone know the stock knurl size on a 66 (I think its the same on most gm cars with 7/16 since the saem dorman number for my 66 is the same as an 81 camaro).

Thanks!

Item Number: 610-186
Description: Wheel Studs
Brand: DORMAN
Application: Buick 85-64, Cadillac 76, Chevrolet 90-60, Chevy/GMC Truck 91-55, Dodge 76-62, H

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Attributes:
Type : Serrated Stud
Thread : 7/16-20

smile.gif Knurl Dia. : .472" smile.gif

Length : 1-1/2"
Shoulder Length : 11/32"


Item Number: 610-157
Description: Wheel Studs
Brand: DORMAN
Application: Overlength Replacement For 610-186

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Attributes:
Type : Serrated Stud
Thread : 7/16-20
smile.gif Knurl Dia. : .475" smile.gif
Length : 2-1/8"
Shoulder Length : 3/16"

Check into 610-259 for the rear. 1 3/4" long .475" knurl. I have got those for the rear of my 68.

For other #'s you can search Dorman here (http://www.rbinc.com/) for specs. You need the number for the specs though.

Here (http://www.chevelles.com/forum/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=7;t=007613) is what I did with my 1LE fronts.