Issues with lug nuts

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I bought some new lug nuts to replace the ones I have now, since I lost my lug nut lock key and it was cheaper to buy a new set of lug nuts rather than a new key from Dodge. I bought 9/16 thread and come to find out since my truck is a 2012 that it uses the 14x1.5 mm thread. How screwed would I be if I just used these instead of getting new ones? Would it work or break soon? I know it is only like a .2 on an inch difference between the two but I hate to spend more money sending these back and buying new ones. Thanks for any help!
 
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I would not use them there is a chance they could strip off and damage the threads on your bolts.then it would cost a lot more if you have to remove them.
 
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barr0208 said:
I would not use them there is a chance they could strip off and damage the threads on your bolts.then it would cost a lot more if you have to remove them.
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Thats what I figured, I just was hoping I could.
 
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Don't do it or this will happen....
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P.S. I had the correct lug nuts... but the "trained tech" at my local Ram Dealership f**ked up bad and the result was this.

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You absolutely do not use 9/16 x 18" lug nuts on 14 x 1.5mm studs.
Like the pictures show, you will snap off the studs. The stress you would put on those studs would be unbelievable! ( I think to myself: how could anyone even imagine doing that! )

Anyway do a search on eBay for this item number: 400819321193

I have purchased these lug nuts and they were like new except one had a small dint in the end. If you offer $63USD he will accept that with free shipping!
 
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OnSale said:
Don't do it or this will happen....
603802ac57099e7694320a9732059e3c.jpg0f6f455317e8fc8a57d26820dc96e25c.jpg

P.S. I had the correct lug nuts... but the "trained tech" at my local Ram Dealership f**ked up bad and the result was this.

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Damn, yea I'm not using those... I'll just eat the return fees. Thanks
 
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Broyd said:
You absolutely do not use 9/16 x 18" lug nuts on 14 x 1.5mm studs.
Like the pictures show, you will snap off the studs. The stress you would put on those studs would be unbelievable! ( I think to myself: how could anyone even imagine doing that! )

Anyway do a search on eBay for this item number: 400819321193

I have purchased these lug nuts and they were like new except one had a small dint in the end. If you offer $63USD he will accept that with free shipping!
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I would order those but I have a half ton, so I only need 20. Those are in really nice shape though
 
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The 32 would give you spares ...

But that seller also sells 20's: 171569013853

The price is $49.95, free shipping but no best offer ...
 
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starstud said:
I bought some new lug nuts to replace the ones I have now, since I lost my lug nut lock key and it was cheaper to buy a new set of lug nuts rather than a new key from Dodge.
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Who quoted you the price on a replacement key? A second OEM lug nut lock key only cost about $25. When I bought my truck, my buddy told me to buy a second second key just in case. The OEM lug nut locks/keys are actually made by McGard.
 
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I actually just bought a used 2016 and contacted McGard to get a replacement key. Took about a week and cost $15. They were super friendly and helpful. I'd call them before you buy another set of lugs.
 
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