Why do some trucks have long lug nuts?

The “spikes” are plastic, rubber or metal lug nut covers that anyone can buy. They’re generally used to pimp people’s rides, although some career truckers say they’re used as decorative caps to prevent rust on their rigs.

What is the purpose of spiked lug nuts?

The spikes are designed to protect the lug nut from normal wear-and-tear and weathering damage, such as rust from heavy rain. The spike design helps flick moisture away while the wheel is spinning, too.

Why do some trucks have 6 or 8 lug nuts on each wheel?

What is the purpose of what appears to be six-inch long lug nuts on the front wheels of some U.S. semis? – Quora. If you are referring to what I show in the photo they are most likely just caps that are put on for decoration and have no real use except to show that the truck owner has extra money and likes chrome.

Are hubcap spikes legal?

As fearsome as they look, in a conflict between the wheel spikes and another vehicle, the spikes would most likely just break off. To paraphrase, if something on your wheel sticks out past the body of your vehicle and it could hurt someone who is walking or riding a bike, it’s illegal.

What’s the difference between 5 lug and 6 lug?

5 lugs have a different suspension than the 6 lugs. They are designed to have better fuel economy ie. smaller tires, lower to the ground, 4 cyl engine only, less expensive to buy. While many folks are happy with the stock configuration and it’s benefits, a lot of people on here put larger tires and lifts on them.

Why do semi trucks have spikes on their rims?

They are meant to catch your attention and deter you from staying close to a truck’s blind spots, which are the worst on either side of the truck and trailer. If your instinct is to back away and give the big rig more space, then the spikes are doing their job as designed.