Upgrade Your Ride with Nut Simulator Lug Nut Covers
Looking to add some flair to your wheels without breaking the bank? Nut Simulator lug nut covers allow you to customize the look of your lug nuts for a fraction of the cost of buying new aftermarket wheels. These bolt-on accessories slide right over your existing lug nuts to give them a tuner-inspired or luxury appearance.
Why Choose Nut Simulator Lug Nut Covers?
Nut Simulator covers offer an easy and affordable way to upgrade the style of your stock steel or alloy wheels. Here are some of the benefits of using lug nut covers:
- Cost-Effective Customization – Buying new rims and wheels can get expensive. Lug nut covers let you change the look of your existing wheels for much less.
- Protection – The covers shield the threads of your lug nuts from dirt, debris and corrosion. This helps keep them in good shape.
- Deter Theft – The covers make it harder for thieves to remove your wheel lug nuts quickly.
- Variety – With different finishes and designs available, you can create a unique look.
- Easy to Install – Just remove one lug nut at a time and slide on a cover. No special tools needed!
- Reversible Mod – Don’t like the look? Simply remove the covers to revert back to stock.
Choose Your Style
Nut Simulator offers lug nut covers in a wide range of designs to match different tuner and luxury wheel styles:
- Tuner – These come in chrome, black, carbon fiber and other finishes inspired by import tuner cars. Give your daily driver a JDM or Euro look.
- Spinners – Spinning lug nut covers add movement and interest to your wheels. Choose standard or light-up designs.
- Caps – Low profile covers provide a smooth, simple style. Available in chrome, black or color-matched to your wheels.
- Ornamental – Covers with sculpted shapes and designs create a sophisticated, upscale appearance.
- Custom – Some covers can be customized with your car make/model logo or text. Show off your personality!
How to Measure for Proper Fit
Getting the right size lug nut covers ensures they’ll fit properly:
- Lug Nut Diameter – Measure across the flats of your lug nuts to get the size, usually 12mm, 14mm, 17mm, 19mm, etc.
- Lug Nut Seat Type – Covers come for different seat types like cone seat, ball seat, acorn seat, etc.
- Thread Pitch – Count the threads per inch or use a thread pitch gauge. Common pitches are 12mm x 1.25, 12mm x 1.5, 14mm x 1.5, etc.
- Lug Nut Height – Measure from where the nut contacts the wheel to its top. Standard heights are usually around 0.8″.
- Other Factors – Also account for any washers, centering rings, or extended stud lengths.
Providing these measurements when ordering ensures you receive lug nut covers guaranteed to fit.
Top 5 Nut Simulator Lug Nut Cover Products
Based on popularity and positive customer reviews, here are 5 of the best selling lug nut cover options from Nut Simulator:
- Hex Design Chrome Covers
- Classic tuner-style chrome finish
- Hexagonal pattern on top
- Cone seat for most domestic vehicles
- Available in 14mm and 17mm diameters
- Black Bolt Covers
- Sleek low profile black covers
- Smooth rounded bolt design
- For 12mm x 1.5 ball seat applications
- Includes removal tool
- Carbon Fiber Look Kit
- Realistic 3D carbon fiber pattern
- Includes matching center cap covers
- For 14mm x 1.5 ball seat nuts
- Available in red, blue, or silver accents
- Skull Top Spinners
- Chrome finish with decorative skull on top
- Rotates as wheel turns
- Fits 14mm x 1.5 lug nuts
- Includes key tool for installation
- Color Match Caps
- Made to color match your wheel finish
- Low profile domed cap covers
- Offered for common JDM bolt sizes
- Choose from 10+ color options
These are just a few of the many excellent lug nut cover choices offered by Nut Simulator. Browse their full selection to find the perfect accessories to customize your wheels.
How to Install Lug Nut Covers
Installing the covers is a straightforward process you can tackle in your own garage:
Gather Supplies
- Socket set with appropriate sized socket for your lug nuts
- Torque wrench
- Rubbing alcohol and clean rag (for prep)
- Cover installation tool (if provided)
Prep the Wheels
- Loosen the lug nuts but don’t remove yet
- Clean the lug nuts, studs, and wheel surface with alcohol to remove dirt and oil
Remove and Install Covers
- Using the socket, fully remove the first lug nut
- Place a cover over the lug nut stud and hand thread the nut back on a few turns
- Tighten the lug nut to spec with your torque wrench
- Repeat the steps above for the remaining lug nuts
Finish and Check Torque
- Once all covers are installed, fully tighten Fasteners for the wheels
- Get down on all fours and tighten the lug nuts again to spec
- Give the wheel a spin to check for any wobble or vibration
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for any specific tools or tips. Proper prep and torque is crucial for safety.
Maintaining Your Nut Simulator Lug Nut Covers
With proper care, your lug nut covers can look great for years:
- Cleaning – Periodically clean the covers with soap and water to keep them looking fresh. Avoid harsh abrasives.
- Inspection – Check for any damage like cracks or missing hardware. Replace individual covers as needed.
- Weathering – Some finishes like chrome are prone to pitting or rust over time. Using a protectant helps.
- Torque – Every few months or so, check the torque on the lug nuts to ensure the covers stay securely in place.
- Removal – If you need to remove the wheels, carefully pry off the covers using a trim tool or small flat head screwdriver.
Proper maintenance keeps your lug nut covers looking as good as the day you installed them.
FAQs
Do the covers make removing the lug nuts harder?
The covers shouldn’t interfere with using your lug wrench or socket. Just remove the covers first before fully loosening the nuts.
Do I need to access the lug nuts periodically?
You shouldn’t need to remove the covers except when changing a flat tire. Just check the torque on the lug nuts through the covers.
Will the covers damage my lug nuts or studs?
Properly fitted covers from reputable brands will not damage the threads. Make sure to get the right size and don’t overtighten.
Is there a big difference in quality?
Better covers have a precise fit, durable finish, and strong retention on the nut. Pay a little more for quality, especially if buying spinners.
Will the covers stay on if I hit a pothole or curb?
Covers may get knocked off if you take a hard hit. Inspect and replace any damaged ones. Proper torque helps minimize loss.
Give Your Wheels a Makeover
Tired of your boring stock wheels? With Nut Simulator lug nut covers, you can easily transform the look without expensive wheel upgrades. You can pick from a variety of coatings Combining patterns to develop an individual fashion. With the right measurements, setup, and upkeep, your covers looking great for miles to come. So ditch the dull factory lug nuts, and upgrade to Nut Simulator covers today!
