[Supras] Hubcentrics??

[Dan Gyoba]

On 5 May 2008 at 9:34, Walker, Brian (Rich. Dist) wrote:

> I have a question about these, my current wheels don't have them (the
> fronts of one set do, none of the others) Now, thinking about wheels,
> the lugs are really there to hold the wheels onto the hub, not to take
> all of the load from the weight of the car, seems the hub itself would
> be intended for this. That being said, it seems important to have
> hubcentric rings that correctly fit the spindle/hub diameter to there
> is little clearance between the two. Does anyone know if where to find
> these? Are they really necessary or am I looking at this wrong?

They're a good idea, and SHOULD be installed, however, if you have acorn lugs, the lug nuts 
will center the rim for you, and friction will transfer the load to the hubs.

I got the proper centering rings with my aftermarket wheels, and I will use them.

Dan Gyoba
'89 NA 463,205 kms, Turbo swap COMPLETE
http://www.abstractconsulting.com/~dan