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Wheel Hub Studs
By OE Match
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera V6 3.6L 2WD 2009-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera 4 V6 3.6L 4WD 2009-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera S V8 4.8L 2009-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera 4S V8 4.8L 2009-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera GTS V8 4.8L 2011-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera Turbo V8 4.8L 2009-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera Turbo S V8 4.8L 2009-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera Diesel V6 3.0L 2011-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera S Hybrid V6 3.0L 2011-13
Wheel nut (Open Ended) Ball Seat R14 (Black Finish) fits various Porsche models (SET OF 20)
Open ended wheel nuts are used for wheel spacers, wheel stud conversions, and other applications, for modern and classic Porsche models
Fits: Porsche Various models
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Wheel nut (Open Ended) Ball Seat R14 (Chrome Finish) fits various Porsche models (SET OF 20)
Open ended wheel nuts are used for wheel spacers, wheel stud conversions, and other applications, for modern and classic Porsche models
Fits: Porsche Various models
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Wheel nut (Open Ended) Ball Seat R14 (Gun Metal Finish) fits various Porsche models (SET OF 20)
Open ended wheel nuts are used for wheel spacers, wheel stud conversions, and other applications, for modern and classic Porsche models
Fits: Porsche Various models
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This kit is comprised of the following items:
Wheel nut (Open Ended) Ball Seat R14 (Black Finish) fits various Porsche models
Open ended wheel nuts are used for wheel spacers, wheel stud conversions, and other applications, for modern and classic Porsche models
Fits: Porsche Various models
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Open Ended Wheel Nut – Ball Seat R14 (Chrome Finish)
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Secure your Porsche wheels with confidence using this OE Match Open Ended Wheel Nut featuring an R14 Ball Seat and durable Chrome Finish. Designed for use on a wide range of modern and classic Porsche models, this high-quality wheel nut is ideal for vehicles fitted with wheel stud conversions, wheel spacers or motorsport-style wheel fastening systems.
Unlike standard closed-end wheel nuts, the open-ended design allows longer wheel studs to pass completely through the nut. This makes them the preferred choice when installing wheel spacers, aftermarket hubs or extended wheel studs, ensuring full thread engagement while maintaining safe and secure wheel retention.
Manufactured to OE Match standards, these wheel nuts provide excellent strength, corrosion resistance and an attractive chrome finish, making them suitable for both road and performance applications.
What Does an Open Ended Wheel Nut Do?
Wheel nuts secure the wheel to the vehicle's hub by clamping it firmly against the mounting face.
The open-ended design allows:
- Use with extended wheel studs
- Installation of wheel spacers
- Compatibility with stud conversion kits
- Maximum thread engagement
- Easy inspection of stud length
- Secure wheel fastening
- Motorsport-style wheel installation
The R14 ball seat profile is designed to match compatible Porsche alloy wheels, ensuring the correct seating angle and load distribution.
Why Upgrade to Open Ended Wheel Nuts?
Open-ended wheel nuts are essential whenever longer wheel studs are fitted.
They are commonly used for:
- Wheel spacer installations
- Wheel stud conversions
- Motorsport applications
- Track day vehicles
- Performance wheel upgrades
- Custom Porsche builds
- Classic Porsche restorations
The chrome finish also enhances the appearance of exposed wheel hardware while offering excellent corrosion resistance.
Why Do Wheel Nuts Need Replacing?
Wheel nuts experience repeated tightening and removal throughout their service life.
Common causes of wear include:
- Thread damage
- Over-tightening
- Corrosion
- Impact gun damage
- Rounded hex faces
- Ball seat wear
- Incorrect installation
Damaged wheel nuts should never be reused, as they may no longer provide the correct clamping force or safe engagement.
Symptoms of Worn Wheel Nuts
Replacement is recommended if you notice:
- Damaged threads
- Rounded hexagon head
- Corrosion
- Cracked chrome finish
- Ball seat wear
- Difficulty achieving correct torque
- Visible
distortion
- Poor engagement with wheel studs
Maintaining good-quality wheel hardware is essential for both safety and long-term reliability.
When Should Wheel Nuts Be Replaced?
Replacement is recommended when:
- Installing wheel stud conversion kits
- Fitting wheel spacers
- Upgrading alloy wheels
- Threads become damaged
- Corrosion develops
- During suspension or hub refurbishment
- Preparing a track or competition car
- Carrying out preventative maintenance
Many Porsche specialists replace wheel nuts whenever extended wheel studs are installed to ensure full compatibility.
Why OE Match Wheel Nuts?
Benefits include:
- OE-quality manufacturing
- Strong and durable construction
- Attractive chrome finish
- Corrosion resistance
- Suitable for extended wheel studs
- Correct R14 ball seat profile
- Safe and secure wheel clamping
- Direct replacement quality
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This replacement steel lug nut is commonly used for wheel spacers, wheel stud conversions, and other wheel fitting applications on modern and classic Porsche models.
Fits: Porsche Various models
Quantity Required: Quantity required depends on wheel and hub setup. Typically 5 required per wheel / 20 required per vehicle for many Porsche 5-stud applications. Sold individually - A set of 20 is also available under the kit listing.
This OE Match open ended wheel nut is a replacement wheel fastening nut with an R14 ball seat and gun metal finish. It is designed for use on Porsche wheel stud applications where an open ended wheel nut is required.
The wheel nut secures the road wheel to the wheel hub or stud conversion assembly. The open ended design allows use with extended wheel studs, making it suitable for spacer setups, motorsport-style conversions, and other applications where closed wheel nuts may not provide suitable thread clearance.
Functions
• Replaces open ended wheel nuts
• Secures the wheel to the hub or wheel stud
• R14 ball seat design for suitable Porsche wheel applications
• Open ended style for use with longer wheel studs
• Suitable for wheel spacers and wheel stud conversions
• Gun metal finish for a clean, performance-style appearance
• OE Match replacement for Porsche wheel fastening applications.
Why Replace This Part?
Wheel nuts can become corroded, rounded, cross-threaded, worn, or cosmetically damaged through age, repeated wheel removal, incorrect tools, or track and road use. A damaged wheel nut can make wheel removal difficult and may affect correct wheel clamping. Replacing worn or damaged wheel nuts helps maintain secure wheel fitment and a clean finish.
When to Replace This Part
• Wheel nuts are corroded, rounded, worn, or damaged
• A wheel stud conversion has been fitted
• Wheel spacers or extended studs are being used
• Closed wheel nuts do not provide enough thread clearance
• Wheels are being changed or upgraded
• The gun metal finish is required for visual matching
• Preventative replacement is being carried out during wheel service
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OEMatch Wheel Hub Studs — Fit, Function, Confidence
OEMatch wheel hub studs for Porsche models support secure wheel mounting during everyday driving and enthusiast use. They can be used when refreshing ageing fixings, carrying out upgrades that alter wheel or spacer setup, or when you want consistent, tidy hardware across the car.
- Individual hardware options for Porsche applications
- Made to original-spec dimensions for consistent performance
- Can support wheel, spacer or brake configuration changes where relevant
Understanding OEMatch Wheel Hub Studs
OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) parts are made by the same company that produced your Porsche’s original wheel hub studs. OE (Original Equipment) refers to parts matching original specifications for the wheel hub studs and may be supplied by alternative manufacturers. Aftermarket parts offer alternative options, sometimes with enhanced features or better value. OEMatch supplies non-OEM wheel hub studs engineered as direct-fit alternatives to OEM parts, made to original-spec dimensions and tolerances for Porsche models. Many owners search for genuine or OEM wheel hub studs; these are direct-fit alternatives designed to match the original form, fit and function. Wheel hub studs thread into the hub or axle assembly and provide the fixing points for wheel nuts. On Porsche models they contribute to consistent clamping of the wheel against the hub, helping the wheel sit correctly relative to the brake disc and suspension. Over time, original fixings can suffer from thread wear, surface corrosion or impact damage, or may no longer be the appropriate length after changes such as different wheels, spacers or brake packages. Using studs that match original-spec geometry helps maintain predictable tightening and service procedures.
- Can assist correct wheel location on the hub face
- Supports consistent tightening torque where specified is followed
- Helps maintain an orderly appearance around each wheel
Benefits Include
- Fresh hardware can replace worn, corroded or damaged studs on Porsche hubs
- Appropriate stud length can support specific wheel and spacer setups
- New fixings can improve the visual impression of the wheel area
Why Wheel Hub Studs Wear and Fail
- Repeated wheel removal and refitting leading to progressive thread wear
- Exposure to moisture, road salts and dirt contributing to corrosion
- Incorrect tightening practices that can deform threads or shoulders
The Importance of Replacing with OEMatch Wheel Hub Studs
Refreshing tired or unsuitable wheel hub studs on a Porsche can help avoid minor issues becoming more involved later, especially where wheel changes or suspension work are planned. New studs chosen for the intended wheel and spacer combination can simplify wheel installation and removal, while also helping the car present well on close inspection. OEMatch focuses on wheel hub studs and related items selected for Porsche applications, supporting projects from routine upkeep through to more extensive work.
Advantages
- Supports secure wheel mounting when used and torqued correctly
- Choice of hardware can suit different Porsche wheel and spacer setups
- Can be combined with other service tasks such as brake or hub work
Support & Advice
Fitting can appear straightforward but may require specific procedures such as torque settings, alignment, balancing or recalibration. If you lack the correct tools or experience, professional installation is recommended. Recheck fasteners after initial mileage.
