Photogirl Posted August 23, 2021 Author Report Share Posted August 23, 2021 It's amazing how a simple change can completely alter the look of something. I've seen those same wheels in all silver - they give a car a very nice classic look and suit an older 986 very well. But adding the anthracite on the spokes has made them into something absolutely contemporary which would look stunning on any era of car. I'll confess to harbouring fantasies for fully chromed wheels, having seen them on Jay Leno's silver 986. I wouldn't be bold enough to actually do it, but I thought they looked very striking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boxstercol Posted August 23, 2021 Report Share Posted August 23, 2021 I paint my nuts every couple of years… 😂 Even with hammerite they mark a little tightening them back up, so I used a small paint brush & just touched up the damaged edges of the bolt after fitting. However, I learnt something recently, line the socket with a piece of thin plastic - decent carrier bag material is ideal - this actually works & significantly reduces the damage that can be inflicted on painted wheel nuts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edc Posted August 23, 2021 Report Share Posted August 23, 2021 13 minutes ago, Boxstercol said: I paint my nuts every couple of years… 😂 Even with hammerite they mark a little tightening them back up, so I used a small paint brush & just touched up the damaged edges of the bolt after fitting. However, I learnt something recently, line the socket with a piece of thin plastic - decent carrier bag material is ideal - this actually works & significantly reduces the damage that can be inflicted on painted wheel nuts. Or just use one of those sockets already linked earlier Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the baron Posted August 23, 2021 Report Share Posted August 23, 2021 2 hours ago, EXY said: DID I read that correctly, someone wants to see my nuts,,,,,, Well who am I to argue, feast your eyes on these bad boys,,,,,,, Nut porn for sure Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rowbos Posted August 24, 2021 Report Share Posted August 24, 2021 7 hours ago, edc said: Or just use one of those sockets already linked earlier I use this one... https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B000RO3XS0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_glt_fabc_NBDRZMK9W9Q9ZWVTVN2G?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
½cwt Posted August 24, 2021 Report Share Posted August 24, 2021 All fine until service or tyre change time... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brillomaster Posted August 24, 2021 Report Share Posted August 24, 2021 do the wheel nut covers cause the rust? generally anything that holds moisture against metal encourages corrosion, and wheel nut covers would do just that. I've had non covered wheel nuts on other cars stay absolutely fine, but under the wheel nut covers on my boxster the nuts are terrible. i'm also thinking of ditching any locking nuts, since they're just a cause of hassle of either being overtightened and breaking, or losing the key. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Photogirl Posted August 24, 2021 Author Report Share Posted August 24, 2021 On previous cars I've never had nuts go as bad as my Porsche ones, I think they tend to rust whether you have covers on them or not. They say that putting some grease in the nut cover helps to prevent water ingress. I haven't used nut covers as yet so can't say, but perhaps others will chime in on this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the baron Posted August 24, 2021 Report Share Posted August 24, 2021 26 minutes ago, Photogirl said: On previous cars I've never had nuts go as bad as my Porsche ones, I think they tend to rust whether you have covers on them or not. They say that putting some grease in the nut cover helps to prevent water ingress. I haven't used nut covers as yet so can't say, but perhaps others will chime in on this one. Nut covers look ok,I had them for a while as a temporary solution, the only problem was after a time they tend to seal themselves to the nut and the removal tool is pants so ended up using pliers which wrecked them, I found this out at he side of the road trying to change a flat, it just added to my fruition’s in he rain so I binned them all when I got home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the baron Posted August 24, 2021 Report Share Posted August 24, 2021 I’ve considered these in the past and still might purchase, titanium offer lightness and strength but at a price https://www.design911shop.com/TITANIUM-Wheel-Bolts-for-Porsche-Boxster-986-996-997--PACK-OF-20-/prod131391/?showtax=true&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIiZOEk7LJ8gIVh-R3Ch3_3wB2EAQYBSABEgIZG_D_BwE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Photogirl Posted August 24, 2021 Author Report Share Posted August 24, 2021 (edited) 23 minutes ago, the baron said: I’ve considered these in the past and still might purchase, titanium offer lightness and strength but at a price https://www.design911shop.com/TITANIUM-Wheel-Bolts-for-Porsche-Boxster-986-996-997--PACK-OF-20-/prod131391/?showtax=true&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIiZOEk7LJ8gIVh-R3Ch3_3wB2EAQYBSABEgIZG_D_BwE They do look very nice. Agree the price is huge. It's hard to know whether they'll pay for themselves over time versus non-titanium ones which might start to rust. Although titanium is resistant to rusting, when I had some titanium parts on my bike years ago it did oxidise quite quickly which was a bit unsightly - I was always having to polish it. I could also do with a new set of centre caps. The OEM ones cost a lot but Design911 have aftermarket ones which look identical for far less, so I might give those a go. I'm thinking that if I give them a few layers of clear coat that should protect them. My original centre crests are looking really rough even though my car is well looked after and the wheels themselves are near mint. Edited August 24, 2021 by Photogirl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
½cwt Posted August 24, 2021 Report Share Posted August 24, 2021 29 minutes ago, Photogirl said: They do look very nice. Agree the price is huge. It's hard to know whether they'll pay for themselves over time versus non-titanium ones which might start to rust. Although titanium is resistant to rusting, when I had some titanium parts on my bike years ago it did oxidise quite quickly which was a bit unsightly - I was always having to polish it. I could also do with a new set of centre caps. The OEM ones cost a lot but Design911 have aftermarket ones which look identical for far less, so I might give those a go. I'm thinking that if I give them a few layers of clear coat that should protect them. My original centre crests are looking really rough even though my car is well looked after and the wheels themselves are near mint. There's someone on here who does them and gets good feedback, can't remember his user name Mart550 or something rings a bell but doesn't show on a search. It does surprise me how much Porsche charge for the crested parts like wheel caps and bonnet badges which if clean and tidy represent the brand in a good light. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bradders59 Posted August 24, 2021 Report Share Posted August 24, 2021 Is that Kirkistown ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GmanB Posted August 24, 2021 Report Share Posted August 24, 2021 15 minutes ago, ½cwt said: There's someone on here who does them and gets good feedback, can't remember his user name Mart550 or something rings a bell but doesn't show on a search. It does surprise me how much Porsche charge for the crested parts like wheel caps and bonnet badges which if clean and tidy represent the brand in a good light. Yep, send @marts500 a PM for after market centre caps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Photogirl Posted August 24, 2021 Author Report Share Posted August 24, 2021 Thanks guys for the wheel centre cap recommendation, I've just found a long discussion thread on the same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ninesomething Posted August 24, 2021 Report Share Posted August 24, 2021 Yep. It's amazing how an*l this place can be..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the baron Posted August 24, 2021 Report Share Posted August 24, 2021 (edited) If you get the non OEM centre caps spray them with a clear lacquer first that should enhance here life. I managed to pic some genuine boxed OEM ones on eBay for half price, otherwise I would go for the cheap copies. Edited August 24, 2021 by the baron Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
perebrine Posted August 24, 2021 Report Share Posted August 24, 2021 (edited) I bought a cheap set of plastic, chrome coloured covers for the wheel nuts, they do look good, but don't fit the locking nut. Edited August 24, 2021 by perebrine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T911UK Posted August 24, 2021 Report Share Posted August 24, 2021 Couple of points if I may............................they are bolts!!!! (not nuts) The sockets highlighted dont protect the bolt at all, they can protect the inside of the wheel but really do very little. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBB Posted August 24, 2021 Report Share Posted August 24, 2021 23 minutes ago, perebrine said: I bought a cheap set of plastic, chrome coloured covers for the wheel nuts, they do look good, but don't fit the locking nut. Sandals and socks!!!!! Or blame the reflection and you were wearing suitable footwear. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EXY Posted August 24, 2021 Report Share Posted August 24, 2021 4 hours ago, Bradders59 said: Is that Kirkistown ? Yes indeedy chum Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
map Posted August 24, 2021 Report Share Posted August 24, 2021 35 minutes ago, T911UK said: Couple of points if I may............................they are bolts!!!! (not nuts) Indeed... 35 minutes ago, T911UK said: The sockets highlighted dont protect the bolt at all, they can protect the inside of the wheel but really do very little. Thought that when I looked at the links. 6 hours ago, the baron said: ’ve considered these in the past and still might purchase, titanium offer lightness and strength but at a price https://www.design911shop.com/TITANIUM-Wheel-Bolts-for-Porsche-Boxster-986-996-997--PACK-OF-20-/prod131391/?showtax=true&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIiZOEk7LJ8gIVh-R3Ch3_3wB2EAQYBSABEgIZG_D_BwE Be very, very careful with Ti parts. The way they might fail if not correctly specified and manufactured can be quite nasty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
perebrine Posted August 24, 2021 Report Share Posted August 24, 2021 36 minutes ago, BBB said: Sandals and socks!!!!! Or blame the reflection and you were wearing suitable footwear. Even worse, slip on Crocs & socks lol. Only used in the garden, they're easier to slip on & off than my trainers. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rowbos Posted August 24, 2021 Report Share Posted August 24, 2021 Just now, perebrine said: Even worse, slip on Crocs & socks lol. Only used in the garden, they're easier to slip on & off than my trainers. Quite right. Crocs should be worn naked (with regards to feet)... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ninesomething Posted August 24, 2021 Report Share Posted August 24, 2021 Crocs - one of the world's most effective contraceptives..... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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