Does a lug nut need a washer?

Most rims that use a lug nut that is shouldered should use washers.

Why did my lug nuts come with washers?

A washer would be used over the slotted hole to allow the pressure of the tightened bolt to be spread across the slot and up onto the part itself. In some instances the washer will also help to prevent the turning bolt head or nut from deforming the slotted part during the tightening process.

Are axle washers necessary?

Problems Without Spacers Speed washers increase speed and promote longer bearing life by reducing friction between the bearing and axle nut and hangar. They also help to protect your bearings from dirt and debris.

Can you use washers instead of wheel spacers?

Washers have been used as spacers in the past because they can get the job done. Most people only use washers as a temporary spacer until they can replace it with a more permanent, appropriate part. If you need a spacer right away, you can use the washer and then get a different spacer to replace it.

What are lock washers?

Lock washers are designed to be tightened to a required torque beneath an ordinary fastener. They exert a spring tension that keeps the fastener from vibrating loose. They are often attached to the nut side of the fastener.

What are wheel spacers?

Wheel spacers are used when the offset of the wheel is not ideal for the end package that you want. They bolt onto the studs of an axle in place of the wheel, and have studs (themselves) for the wheels to attach to. Wheel spacers can be used to change wheel bolt patterns and to widen the offset of the wheel.

Do you need bushing washers?

A cup washer on the top bushing will help lock things in a bit – flat washers on the top for downhill are only for those who want almost no rebound at all from their trucks. A large “Eliminator” style bushing on the bottom and a barrel with a thick cup washer on the top for extra stability.

Are bearing spacers necessary?

Bearing spacers are totally optional; longboarders and casual skaters likely won’t put enough pressure on their boards to ever need them, though they are definitely a good investment if you want to slide, do a lot of tricks, and generally skate hard. Unlike bearings, bearing spacers are not one-size-fits-all.

What is the difference between a spacer and a washer?

Washers and spacers are generally the same thing. Only difference is that spacers have a certain thickness so that they can be used to space something a certain amount. They are consistent in that thickness where washers aren`t. For adapter bolts, they are likely just washers.

Is it bad to stack washers on a bolt?

It is not a good practice to stack washers in a fastener joint. Each stacked element acts like springs in series, consequently, fastener joint stiffness would be compromised. A 5/8″ SAE case hardened washer can range in thickness from .

Are lock nuts better than lock washers?

Lock washers are a one time deal, replace after removing. The most common split lock washer actually bites into both the nut and bottom surface to provide the lock. Nylon lock nuts work best in high vibration areas but are a pain to assemble and like Brad said deteriorate over time.