Thexton 12mm Wheel Stud Pilot Pin (500)

The Thexton 12mm Wheel Stud Pilot Pin (500) is a specialized and essential tool for anyone working on vehicles with wheel lug bolts instead of traditional studs and lug nuts. It is meticulously engineered to address the common challenge of mounting a heavy wheel and tire assembly onto the hub without a guide. This product makes the process simple, safe, and efficient, preventing the common struggle of balancing the wheel on the small lip of the hub. Made from high-grade steel and designed for precision, these pins screw directly into a wheel bolt hole, providing a reliable guide for perfect alignment every time. They are particularly useful for a wide range of popular European vehicles, including Audi, BMW, Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, and Porsche.

KEY FEATURES AND BENEFITS:

• Effortless Wheel Mounting: By screwing one or two pins into the bolt holes, you create a guide that allows you to easily hang the wheel and slide it onto the hub, eliminating the need to balance a heavy wheel while trying to align it.
• Prevents Damage: Ensures the wheel is perfectly aligned during installation, helping to prevent cross-threading the lug bolts and avoiding potential damage to the brake rotor, wheel, or hub assembly.
• High-Grade Steel Construction: Made from durable, high-grade steel, these pins are built to withstand repeated use without bending or breaking. The zinc-plated finish provides visibility and corrosion resistance.
• Universal Compatibility (12mm): Specifically designed for vehicles that utilize 12mm wheel lug bolts, fitting a broad range of popular European car brands, including Audi, BMW, VW, Mercedes, and Porsche.

SPECIFICATIONS:

• Thread Size: M12 x 1.5
• Material: High-grade steel
• Finish: Zinc plated
• Included in Product: A set of two (2) pilot pins

HOW TO USE:

• Begin by safely jacking up the vehicle and removing all the lug bolts to take off the wheel and tire assembly.
• Select an upper wheel bolt hole on the hub and carefully screw in one of the Thexton 12mm Wheel Stud Pilot Pins until it is hand-tight. Use two pins for added stability if desired.
• With the pilot pin(s) in place, carefully lift the wheel and slide it onto the hub, using the pin as a guide.
• Install the remaining lug bolts and tighten them hand-tight. Remove the pilot pin(s) and install the final lug bolt(s).
• Lower the vehicle and use a torque wrench to tighten all the lug bolts to the manufacturer's specified torque rating.

BENEFITS OF USING THE THEXTON 12MM WHEEL STUD PILOT PIN (500):

• Improves Safety and Speed: Prevents the physical strain of holding and aligning heavy wheels while speeding up the installation process.
• Protects Components: Safeguards the hub, rotor, and lug bolts from potential damage.
• Convenient for One-Person Use: Makes wheel mounting a single-person task without compromising accuracy.
• Professional and Efficient: Provides a reliable solution for both mechanics and DIY enthusiasts.

FEATURES:

• Threads securely into a wheel bolt hole.
• Acts as a sturdy guide for wheel alignment.
• Precision-machined threads for a perfect fit.
• Resistant to rust and corrosion due to its zinc-plated finish.
• Compact and easy to store in a toolbox or glove compartment.
• Helps keep the brake rotor and hub assembly properly aligned.