Can I use the original wheel bolts for Alloys?

[compbuild]

Just got a set of Golf GTI alloys for my Bora, can I use the orignal steel wheel bolts to put them on or do I need special bolts for alloys?

Any ideas

Thanks

[shao_khan]

probably not - I chenged mine when I went from Steel to Alloy wheels, the bolt collar is a slightly diffeent shape.

Ring around for prices as many places will want £3 a bolt!!!

[benjie]

If your golf is pre 2001 you will need new bolts. You'll also need them if you're going from steel wheels to alloys.

[mulkbear]

If the new wheels are genuie VW wheels Alloy wheels there is no need to change the bolts

[Mook]

The only time you will need to change the wheel bolts is if you are fitting either wheel spacers or wheels with a deeper centre hub. Using the original cast wheel bolts with alloys (as compared with standard steel wheels) won't cause you any problems as the alloys should have a coating to prevent this.

[eafy]

you cant use the original bolts as they are concaved in shape whereas the alloys have a chamfered finish you will need to get new bolts for it

[R32North]

Ohhh, a difference of opinions here.

I'd go for the 'new bolts' option, as I know some VAG cars have different bolts for alloys compared to the ones used on the steel wheels.

Can be sure in your situation,, but better safe than sorry.