Swapping rotors...Stud removal?

[Scooby]

I haven't started my project yet, but it occured to me that I don't know how the wheel studs are attached to the rotors! Are they pressed in? Is this the same for the font and rear?



If so, can you reuse them or do I need new ones to go with my new rotors?

 

[KLockliear]

Yep, pressed in (at least on the 2nd Gens). You can thread a junk lug nut all the way down, then beat the studs out.

 

[jelag]

On my 04 and 05 the rotors lift off(slip fit) the studs on the 3500's and are pressed into the hub... .

Why are you changing the rotors??

 

[Scooby]

Thanks for the replies. I'm changing because the dealer wants and arm and a leg to do a brake job... . and I found some nice cross-drilled units for far less than the price of the dealer job. I thought I'd take the opportunity to improve the performance (oh, ok... . and looks) of what I have all while saving a little money and having a fun learning experience.



So it sounds like I do need new studs then?? Any idea what these'll run me? And should i just get them from the dealership?

 

[Scooby]

Does anyone know the dimensions of a Dodge RAM 2500 CTD wheel stud? Front and Rear?



I think they are 1/2" - 20 x ? length

Knurl size??



thanks!!

 

[TMills]

You don't need new wheel studs. The rotors slip over the studs. The studs are pressed in with the hub.

 

[Bob4x4]

Does anyone know the dimensions of a Dodge RAM 2500 CTD wheel stud? Front and Rear?



I think they are 1/2" - 20 x ? length

Knurl size??



thanks!!

If you are talking about a 3rd gen 4x4 you won't need studs. IRRC the studs are 9/16

 

[Scooby]

Wow..... thanks for the clarification... . as I re-read the posts it really sounds like I mis-interpreted what you all were saying. I'm glad to hear I won't need new studs!



I'll post a picture or two of the rotors when I get them on..... although its looking like I won't have time until the Thanksgiving holiday!