The Thexton Mfg Co 498 M14 x 1.25 Wheel Stud Pilot Pins are essential tools designed to streamline wheel installation and removal on vehicles utilizing lug bolts. These professional-grade pins provide a secure guide, eliminating the need to balance heavy wheels on the hub lip and significantly reducing installation time and effort for technicians. By ensuring precise wheel alignment, they help prevent costly damage to rotors, hubs, and wheels during service.
Key Features
- Features an M14 x 1.25 thread size for direct installation into wheel bolt holes.
- Constructed from high-grade steel to ensure exceptional strength and durability in demanding shop environments.
- Zinc-plated finish provides enhanced visibility and superior corrosion resistance, extending tool life.
- Ensures precise alignment of the wheel to the hub's bolt pattern, facilitating effortless lug bolt insertion.
- Prevents the wheel from falling during installation, thereby reducing the risk of damage to components and potential injury.
Applications
These M14 x 1.25 wheel stud pilot pins are primarily used by professional technicians and mechanics for installing and removing wheels on vehicles equipped with lug bolts. Common applications include various European vehicles. Specifically, they are compatible with models such as the 2009-2022 BMW 6-Series, 7-Series, X1, X3, X5, X6, and Mini Cooper vehicles. Their design simplifies the process of mounting heavy wheels, ensuring proper alignment and reducing physical strain.
Specifications
- Anchor Diameter: 14mm
- Anchor Length: 1 1/4 inches
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