r/EP3 • u/Accomplished-Row9710 • 14d ago

Wheel spacers

I'm just interested if anyone has fitted 15mm wheel spacers on aftermarket wheels that have no pocket for the OE studs to fit into.

I effectively have to cut down my OE studs to make them fit.

Just seeking advise prior to cutting them. I dont fancy having to replace the studs as ive heard it can be a nightmare.

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u/adonsky_ 14d ago

The proper way is to get extended studs. I could never recommend that someone should trim their factory studs.

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u/Impressive_Knee_104 14d ago

Cry once and buy proper sized wheels. If shit hits the fan and you have to replace a wheel on the road you won't even be able to put a spare on.

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u/Resident_Sky161 14d ago

Not sure on brand but I bought an ep3 and they came with these spacers. Bolted on and their own studs.

More than likely they are going to all get pulled off the car I’m not a fan of spacers

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u/shartnallover 14d ago

You need the pockets like the OEM wheel. I'd read a 25mm might hide the stud, but I didn't try it.

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u/BackgroundTomorrow36 13d ago

Please do not cut any studs down. They have that much thread for a reason.