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      02-09-2023, 03:32 PM   #5
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Originally Posted by g21 View Post
i have heard both sides of the argument

some say the wheel hub must be same size as axle hub, not to use hub centric rings

some say use aluminum rings not plastic

retailers says use plastic don't use aluminum, it's the bolts that hold the wheel in place with friction

can anyone comment before i make a mistake?

(used plastic ring for a workhorse subaru for 60,000miles and wheel corner has a creak for 10,000miles and dealer can't figure out what it is!)
Hub Rings are for centering, the lugs do the job of keeping the wheels fastened.

Plastic, composite or aluminum is fine for street use, for those seeing a ton of track/brake use - plastic will deteriorate due to high temps.
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