996 Extended-Length Lug Bolt Question
#1
996 Extended-Length Lug Bolt Question
Hey guys - I just picked up a set of rear wheel spacers (H&R 15mm) and need to purchase extended lug bolts. Based on my search results I see the originals are 45mm long, thus I need 45+15 or 60mm lug bolts. Is ECS the best option for getting them? They are about $5/each shipped. Does anyone know if Porsche used other sizes for a 996 C2 rear lug bolt other than 45mm? Was thinking it might vary based on what type of stock wheels you have. Mine is a 2002 911 C2, with lightweight wheels as pictured below. Is it a bad idea to do only rear spacers? Will it upset the handling much? Thanks everyone.
This the right product for the car below after adding 15mm spacers?
http://www.ecstuning.com/Porsche-200...uts/ES2588142/
This the right product for the car below after adding 15mm spacers?
http://www.ecstuning.com/Porsche-200...uts/ES2588142/
#3
It will definitely change your turn in with rear only spacers. I wouldn't track it with just rear spacers, but for everyday driving, likely just fine. I did 7mm all around on mine, to keep the aspect proportions the same, which was Porsches recommendation, though they only recommend 5mm. The FVDs I got came with the right bolts, so can't help you on that. I have the same car & wheels, but mine sits on PSS9s, so looks like this.
#5
Thanks everyone for your replies. I called H&R as well as ECS and confirmed the ones I linked are correct. The H&R kit for a 996 doesn't come with the extended bolts but advises you that you will need to buy new ones. I believe most people are happy with H&R and don't experience any vibration etc. Hopefully this will be the case for me. Will find out once I get the new bolts.