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E46 M3 (2001-2006) Engine: S54 - Max Hp: 333 hp at 7,900 rpm / 262 lb/ft at 4,900 rpm
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Old Mon, May-17-2010, 03:34:14 AM   #1
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hello, i'm probably going to order from Turner; 1st off which lug would you all recommend, the Turner brand or BBS? 2nd, any specific recommendations for any particular locking wheel nut? thanks!
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I'm using the R-26. 16 lugs and 4 locks. Pricey.

I got my studs from, Vorshlag.
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Turner studs and lugs for me. I'm not about 'pretty' though, I just don't want to snap anything at an autox or track day.
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I'm using the R-26. 16 lugs and 4 locks. Pricey.

I got my studs from, Vorshlag.

Same here, nuts wise...except I went with Turner studs.
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I'm using the R-26. 16 lugs and 4 locks. Pricey.

I got my studs from, Vorshlag.
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im running r-40's
any significant differences b/w the R-26 & R-40?

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Turner studs and lugs for me. I'm not about 'pretty' though, I just don't want to snap anything at an autox or track day.
locking or non?
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