MINIs do not have a strange pitch as far as the the stud is concerned. m12x1.5 is insanely popular. Problem with m14 is you lose A LOT of wheel choice's. Many wheels only have clearance for a m12 stud, the 6uls being one of them... If i were to go through the trouble of drilling the hubs out, i would look in the direction of either the Hondas, or Camaro/Vette (both giving you a m12x1.5), both of which have a MUCH larger aftermarket then the Porches. TMS are the only ones i have seen last for long periods of time. All others end up corroding and become dangerous over a short period of time. aganger has had a set of TMS Studs for a few years, and they still look good w/ no corrosion at all. Helix, TSW, MINIMania, all those corrode easily looking nasty, and giving issue with nut engagment. So, buy once, buy TMS.
My 'dream' future plans will likely includes the use of spacers...so the extra length will be needed.
I am with KC Jr on this one, I have the TMS studs and they are great, I am using the 90mm studs, I have 15mm spacers up front. What are your 'dream' plans KC ?
15x9or10(if it ever gets made) 6ul w/ 275/35-15 Hoosier up front, and 225/45-15 15x8 6ul in the rear... It is a quick $2k on wheels and tires... But why not be prepared ?! lol
As much as I'd like to be a fanboy for Turner (because their BMW race program is awesome), it's the little stamping on the end of the stud that gives away the reason behind the high quality and durability: ARP.
ARP definitely manufactures some good hardware. However, I was not able to find this product in their 2011 catalog.
That's probably because they make them to spec for Turner. You'll note the catalog does not have any studs of that type.
Thanks Nathan, and yes I noticed that as well. It does look like a good product, and may be worth the extra $$ if they are much more corrosion resistant.
i have XXR 002 that are 15x9 and i want to lower my car before putting them on. How low can i go with out them rubbing. Also what size tires should i go with i want to stretch them? THanks