Wheel studs, often called tire bolts, are threaded metal rods, typically made of steel, that protrude from the wheel hub, usually through the brakes. Their main purpose: Securing the wheel to the hub.

threaded ends and hex heads — head studs are long rods with threads on both ends. That's an important difference. While head ...

The lesson: don't let anybody else bolt wheels to your hot rod! See All 14 Photos ... is comparing the length and thread pitch of the original Strange wheel studs with some new Strange screw ...

Prior to galvanizing, a stud or bolt can be inserted into the hole. This can be removed after galvanizing and may require heating with a gas torch to loosen the fastener to screw it out. Larger ...