Can I Use 1/2" Studs With A 17.5" Wheel?

Updated 04/17/2025 | Published 04/08/2025

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Question:

Can I use 1/2 inch studs with a 17.5 wheel?

asked by: Danny

Expert Reply:

Hello Danny, thanks for reaching out. You would not want to use 1/2" studs with a 17.5" wheel, unless the wheel is made specifically to work with 1/2" studs. Virtually every 17.5" trailer wheel is made to work with 5/8" studs. If this was to be used with 1/2" studs it would be highly unsafe and would likely destroy your wheels and hubs.

For example, the Aluminum Lynx Trailer Wheel # LI44FR is a 17-1/2" wheel that requires 5/8" studs.

I hope this helps. Feel free to reach out and leave a reply with any other comments or questions.

expert reply by: Jesse M

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Danny

4/17/2025

If my wheel is hub centric will it be ok because then the studs are and lugs are just holding the wheel on and not taking much weight. Thank you

Jesse M.

4/17/2025

@Danny I really can't recommend it. I have seen people try this and the wheel studs and wheels get completely tore up. You will want to use a wheel that is intended for 1/2" studs otherwise it is a safety risk. Swapping out your hubs for ones with larger studs is a possibility also.