Black Lug Nuts?

[GLW]

I think these are the ones I ordered

https://www.sfxperformance.com/parts/GOR41138FSBC-20.htm

24 not 20 sorry

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[iamweasel]

On a related note, any of you getting a Spare Tire lock of some sort? (For when the spare is under the truck to prevent someone from walking away with it.

Having a little trouble finding one.....

 

[UpInTheAir]

Very nice....but the post #39 says the Gorilla lugs don't fit for the Ranger is that true? Tried to do that on their website but could never figure out how to pick a vehicle.

The ones I linked off ebay fit perfectly and have been on my truck for almost a couple thousand miles now. They have the exact same surface area and angle/bulge as the OEM lug nuts.

 

[UpInTheAir]

On a related note, any of you getting a Spare Tire lock of some sort? (For when the spare is under the truck to prevent someone from walking away with it.

Having a little trouble finding one.....

I have a couple other vehicles with decent ATs and wheels that are tucked under the rear. I have never had any concerns about them walking away, even in a higher theft metro where there are no consequences, since they're a pain to drop down. Our spares are on a steel wheel, too, so even less worthwhile for someone to go through the effort. Guessing you could drill some holes and use a small locking hitch pin or somehow block the channel you stick the crank arm? through to drop the cable/spare.

 

[RANGER/HOBB]

On a related note, any of you getting a Spare Tire lock of some sort? (For when the spare is under the truck to prevent someone from walking away with it.

Having a little trouble finding one.....

Yep, it pretty simple actually ; https://accessories.ford.com/spare-tire-lock-ramz1a380a

Took me a second or two to realize where it went. But it replaces the little plastic cover you twist a quarter turn clockwise, on the bumper recess under the tailgate.

 

[bowhun2r]

For those going the Gorilla lug nut route from my previous post (https://www.ebay.com/itm/184482170913). You may want to pick up this breaker bar. The Gorilla key is a 21mm and the OEM RR lugs are smaller (I believe 19mm). Regardless, the breaker bar under the back seat will not fit the Gorilla key. This bar does and fits in the exact same spot under the back seat.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B010W3UK9A?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title

 

[seanmc7pt]

Use the Bronco set, I always buy Gorilla lugs on eBay from Leet Automotive.
Here are the new locks they work great on my RR it’s a double key as you can see in the pics both 19&21mm work. I also always keep a 4 way in all my vehicles, then you never have a problem, but that’s just my preference.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/2755497222...uaQoSV6QJK&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

 

[Dry0atmeal]

I concur, black is better...

 

[Catalyst]

Black lugs matter

 

[606Timm]

Black lugs matter

Did you pain the "bead lock" ring?

 

[Catalyst]

Did you pain the "bead lock" ring?

They are powder coated. Used Prismatic Powders PSB-11336 that is their color match to Ford Oxford White YZ.

When I purchased my RR there was minor rash on the two on the passenger side from either the delivery process or a lot attendant at the dealership brushed a curb.

 

[606Timm]

They are powder coated. Used Prismatic Powders PSB-11336 that is their color match to Ford Oxford White YZ.

When I purchased my RR there was minor rash on the two on the passenger side from either the delivery process or a lot attendant at the dealership brushed a curb.

I love it. I was thinking about doing that but difficult to find someone near me to do it.

 

[macky]

I did a deep dive into lug nuts for the R-Raptor.
(Short answer) Basically due to the sharing forces and wheel pressure/leverage you absolutely need a stock style for the correct surface area for off-roading/jumping/high speed cornering. Now- if you don’t plan on any of the above driving situations (I.e. your truck will stay on road all the time), then a thinner spline lug nut will be fine. If you have after market wheels you may not have a choice due to the diameter of the holes, but if running stock wheels the splines will secure the wheel to the bolts At about 1/3 reduction in strength.

So I went through this thread and am still confused on what the options are for a black lug nut that matches exactly the OEM strength based on your input here.

People are commenting that they have a solution and it fits fine, works great, etc., but that's not the same thing (per your post) as matching the OEM strength. Is bulge acorn the answer?

 

[NASSTY]

So I went through this thread and am still confused on what the options are for a black lug nut that matches exactly the OEM strength based on your input here.

People are commenting that they have a solution and it fits fine, works great, etc., but that's not the same thing (per your post) as matching the OEM strength. Is bulge acorn the answer?

I'm still a little confused too. Several people here going with Gorilla lug nuts. But over on the fordraptorforum several people saying Gorillas are junk and to go with McGard lug nuts.

 

[DinoBirdClaws88]

So I went through this thread and am still confused on what the options are for a black lug nut that matches exactly the OEM strength based on your input here.

People are commenting that they have a solution and it fits fine, works great, etc., but that's not the same thing (per your post) as matching the OEM strength. Is bulge acorn the answer?

Yes, you want the ugly style bulge acorn that are the same size/diameter of the stock lug nut (if running the stock wheels). I know there’s way sexier look nuts out there (wow, that’s a crazy statement), but after discussing with some amateur trophy truck gentleman they convinced me that that absolute strongest fit would be that fat boys that seat into the wheel and cover/displace the load at the greatest efficiency.

Gorilla lug nuts as a company were great, but sold to Wheel Pros a few years back and has since suffered from an inferior product line compared to before the sell. They are still well made for everyday use and minimal abuse, but if you’re a serious off-road or I would suggest a better brand. I currently use gorilla lug nuts FYI…

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