[Dunrollin]

I was researching whether to purchase these lug nuts myself. In looking at the specifications; however, I see that they have a 13/16" hex for the nuts. This might not be a big deal to some, but even my domestic vehicles dating back 28 years have no SAE hardware; it baffles me why the aftermarket continues to make hardware for vehicles using SAE dimensions. I personally have moved all of my SAE tools out of my primary toolbox because they were simply clutter. I have some 1984-vintage heavy equipment that I visit that tool box for; not much else.

Not that I have other people work on my vehicles, but if I called AAA for a flat, I would expect them to pull out a 21mm wrench to change a tire on a late model f-150; this is a great way to round a 13/16" fastener. No sale for me. Rant over.

I feel your pain! I remember my favorite science teacher in high school saying that within a few years the US would be on the metric system. Wrong. Still, I now have two totally cluttered tool boxes, one metric and one SAE.

 

[jmperlik]

13/16" = 0.8125"
21mm = 0.8267"

Don't think rounding will happen with 0.0142", especially with a solid lug nut and 6pt socket, but I guess time will tell.

Much rather be able to get them off than not being able to get the factory lug wrench on them at all.

I bought a little set of Craftsman "Flip" Impact lug nut sockets (before Sears went under) that are both SAE and Metric in a single 4-piece case if I ever need to wrench on them myself. Also bought a set of Craftsman emergency lug nut removers around the same time after a friend encountered this swollen lug nut issue locally and had a **** of a time getting the old ones off. I carry both sets in the tray under the back seat now in case anyone has this issue.

What is your recommendation for this swollen lug nut issue?

 

[Dijit]

I recommend replacing with OEM so that the lug wrench will fit cause I ain’t waitin for someone to change my tire. I was sweating it out when my lug wrench didn’t fit during my latest flat episode 900 miles from home. Stoke of luck that I had my 4 way that somehow made it back in my hands after my 2005 f150 got creamed in our 2011 tornado. I just changed mine out and one wheel‘s lug nuts didn’t swell up. Weird.

 

[PeteK]

I saw this product at SEMA last month. It’s a cammed socket that grips the nut harder as you turn it.

3 pc Cam Lock™ Socket Set - Merrick Tool

3 Pack Set Sizes Included: 19 mm + 3/4 in 21 mm + 13/16 in 22 mm + 7/8 in Features: The 3 pack includes 3 socket sizes: 19mm, 21mm, and 22mm Swinging jaws, which open wider than a conventional socket allowing use with already deformed lugnuts. Jaws swing closed when tool is turned to grip...

merricktool.com

 

[ElDave]

Went to replace my rear brake pads on my 18’ and found my 21mm socket wouldn’t fit. All services had been done at my local dealer (94k on the odometer). I believe my issue is more related to an impact wrench.

Found a decent deal on 24 Gorilla Nutz from CJ Pony Parts. An hour with a 21.5mm and a 22mm socket and new solid lugs that fit my factory lug wrench installed.

 

[navyR113]

I ordered and installed these. Very happy with the quality, fit and finish.

Ford F-150 Expedition One-Piece Lug Nut ACPZ-1012-B

Ford & Lincoln One-Piece Wheel Lug Nut. Replaces ACPZ-1012-B. Fits Ford 2015-2020 F-150 Expedition and Lincoln 2015-2020 Navigator. Fast and free shipping.

www.drivenproducts.com

 

[apezz]

Driven Products

With these lug nuts from Have you experienced any rust on this steel lug nuts?

So the soft metal covers on my stock 2018 F-150 lug nuts were starting to deform and get stuck in the socket when I tried to remove them. I read some of these threads and decided it could become a problem rather than a nuisance. Looked around and found these lug nuts from Driven Products. Just installed them and they are fantastic. Much better looking and better made than stock, torqued down nicely and smoothly. Well worth the price and effort.

Ford F-150 Expedition One-Piece Lug Nut ACPZ-1012-B

Ford & Lincoln One-Piece Wheel Lug Nut. Replaces ACPZ-1012-B. Fits Ford 2015-2020 F-150 Expedition and Lincoln 2015-2020 Navigator. Fast and free shipping.

www.drivenproducts.com

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So the soft metal covers on my stock 2018 F-150 lug nuts were starting to deform and get stuck in the socket when I tried to remove them. I read some of these threads and decided it could become a problem rather than a nuisance. Looked around and found these lug nuts from Driven Products. Just installed them and they are fantastic. Much better looking and better made than stock, torqued down nicely and smoothly. Well worth the price and effort.

Ford F-150 Expedition One-Piece Lug Nut ACPZ-1012-B

Ford & Lincoln One-Piece Wheel Lug Nut. Replaces ACPZ-1012-B. Fits Ford 2015-2020 F-150 Expedition and Lincoln 2015-2020 Navigator. Fast and free shipping.

www.drivenproducts.com

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With these steel lug nuts from Driven Products, have you experienced any rust or corrosion?