Wheel Spacers

Wheel spacers are metal discs that fit between a vehicle's wheel and hub assembly, pushing the wheel outwards to widen the truck, enhancing stability, handling, and grip when cornering.

Wheel spacers come in various thicknesses and designs and are typically made from high-grade aluminum alloy or steel. They are often used by car enthusiasts and racing teams to achieve a more aggressive stance or fit larger brake components or wheels onto their vehicles. Proper installation of wheel spacers is important to ensure safe operation of the vehicle.

Functions of Wheel Spacers

The main function of wheel spacers is to increase the distance between a vehicle's wheels, which can provide several benefits such as:

• Improved Handling: Wider track width provided by wheel spacers can enhance the stability and handling of the vehicle.
• Clearance for Brake Upgrades: Installing wheel spacers can create extra room for larger brake components or calipers.
• Enhanced Appearance: Wheel spacers can give your car a more aggressive stance and a sportier look.
• Fitment of Larger Tires: Using wheel spacers can help accommodate larger tires, which can improve traction and off-road performance.

How to differentiate between Bolt On and Slip-On style spacers?

Bolt-on and slip-on style wheel spacers differ in their installation method and the type of hardware used to secure them to the vehicle.

Bolt-On Wheel Spacers: Bolt-on style spacers require removing the existing wheel studs and then bolting the spacer directly onto the hub assembly using longer bolts or studs. The wheel is then mounted onto the new studs on the spacer. Bolt-on style spacers are more secure since they bolt directly onto the hub, but require more effort to install.

Slip-On Wheel Spacers: Slip-on style spacers fit over the existing wheel studs and are secured in place by the lug nuts. The wheel is then mounted onto the new studs on the spacer. Slip-on style spacers are easier and quicker to install but may not be as secure as bolt-on style spacers.

Check how the spacer is attached to the hub assembly to differentiate between bolt-on and slip-on style spacers. If the spacer has its own set of bolts or studs that connect it directly to the hub, it is a bolt-on style spacer. If it slips over the existing studs and is secured in place by lug nuts, it is a slip-on style spacer.

How do I choose the right size wheel spacer for my vehicle?

• Determine wheel specs (lugpattern, center bore, diameter, width, and offset).
• Measure current clearance to identify space for spacers.
• Choose the correct spacer thickness based on measured clearance and desired stance.
• Verify fitment for compatibility with the hub, wheel, and lug nut/bolt pattern.
• Install correctly, following manufacturer specifications, or by a professional mechanic.