HEMTT Wheel Adapter Plate Project

[jesusgatos]

Why would these have smaller stud holes? Doesn't everyone just get more of the front lug nuts to use on the rear when they single them out?

 

[SuperJoe]

i ask due to uncertainty in my own mind. i didnt think about getting more front lugs vs different holes being better or worse either way. i just ask to see what is preferred. both on the subject of strength and concentric's

 

[jesusgatos]

No, what I'm saying is that the stock deuce wheels are the same front and rear (size of the lug stud holes). It's only the lug nuts that are different. So... just put front lug nuts on the rear when you single out a rear axle. Right?

 

[atankersdad]

Superjoe, the holes in the adapter plate are the same size as the factory/blueprint deuce wheel lug opening. I found that the wear on used wheels varied as much as an 1/8" per opening. The was the result of not having a snug fit and driving on them.

 

[11Echo]

Why would these have smaller stud holes? Doesn't everyone just get more of the front lug nuts to use on the rear when they single them out?

I used front nuts on the rear when I flipped hubs and singled out the M35. Works great.

 

[donkdonk]

What do you think the offset will be on these? It seems like it would tuck the tires in and rub really bad on the front?

 

[pigpenkiwi]

Looks good i might be in for a few i bob one non bob

 

[atankersdad]

Update. We bolted up the first plate to a wheel today. I like it. We are going to reduce the lug opening. They will be in my hands on Wed. I am shooting to mount at least one with a tire to take to gilbert. If i do not get to take it i will send my son PHD up with a wheel.

 

[pjpiche1]

I can't wait to see your price tag!!!

 

[pjpiche1]

I am doing the HEMTT wheel 6 lug conversions. I have both designs: weld in center and studded plate. For the do-it -yourself-er, I have been thinking about offering all of the necessary jigs, templates , and instructions in a kit. Would anyone be interested in it? pm me for info.

 

[Jakob]

This is the route I want to go when I get ready to do it. If I get my way and I start the National Guard soon... as a diesel mechanic, I'll have some spare money coming in. Looks great so far! My only question is the same as donkdonk, it looks like they have a massive offset.

 

[frodobaggins]

it looks like they have a massive offset.

I wanna know the numbers too, but think how far a stock deuce wheel dish sticks out.

 

[goldneagle]

 

[Jakob]

I wanna know the numbers too, but think how far a stock deuce wheel dish sticks out.

We're also talking about a narrow 40" tire versus a wider 46" tall tire. It's all relative

 

[SuperJoe]

We are going to reduce the lug opening.

what does that mean??

 

[atankersdad]

what does that mean??

Pressed fit.

 

[MCHoward]

are you using a cnc to cut the centers?

 

[MCHoward]

also how thick is the plate? and do you know what grade the steel is?