Chevrolet Tahoe Wheel Lugs
One of the most important parts of a vehicle is its wheels. They keep the truck stable and allow your vehicle to move. The parts that hold the wheels on the truck are just as important for keeping them securely in place.
What are some of the different types of mounting hardware?Here are some examples of the different types of wheel lug hardware for the Chevy Tahoe:
- Spline: A spline lug nut has a special shape that requires a keyed sleeve to remove. These keys are not proprietary to each individual set, but they cannot be removed by a regular wrench. Most common thieves will not have access to a key to remove the rims.
- Locking lugs: Locking mounting sets require a key that is specific to that set, which makes them impossible to remove without the specific key for that set. Thieves will not be able to remove the rims and will move on, keeping your wheels safe and secure.
- Acorn: The term acorn refers to the shape of the nut and the bulged end of the post. Some wheels require this shape to seat properly in the mounting holes.
- Standard: The standard mounting hardware is what is used on the factory wheels that come installed on your Chevy Tahoe. If youve not replaced the wheels, these will work.
Here are some examples of the various materials lugs and nuts for your Chevy Tahoe are made from:
- Alloy steel: This is the standard material that most hardware is made from. Although its not flashy or stylish, it is a sturdy metal that can stand up to pressure and keep your wheels secure.
- Chrome: If youre upgrading your factory wheels, chances are you want them to look good and stand out. Why should the hardware be any different? Chrome lugs and lug nuts can add that little extra flash to your wheels and will match up with chrome rims.
- Brass: Brass fittings are another option. Keep in mind, though, that these parts will need to be replaced more often than others as the metal isnt as sturdy.
- Oxidized steel: This metal turns black in color during the oxidation process, making it a stylish option to stand out on your rims.
Mounting hardware can vary based on what its attaching. Different rims will require different lengths of posts and different shapes of nuts, depending on the depth and shape of the rim. Some require lug nuts that are flat on one side while others will have a tapered mounting hole that requires a specific shape of the nut. If youre replacing the factory rims on your Tahoe, youll need to make sure the hardware youre purchasing will fit the specific rims youre installing.