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Old 03-17-2007, 10:51 PM
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I just got some new volk wheels and they came with 4 of these small rings, which I think are known as "hub rings". They fit on the hub and inside the wheel, so I'm wondering what they do? Should I be using them? My current volks don't have them.. Here's a picture of one of the rings:

Old 03-17-2007, 10:52 PM
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Yes you need to use them.
Old 03-17-2007, 11:45 PM
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What size hubs rings do we need?
Old 03-18-2007, 12:01 AM
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Originally Posted by johnoppa
What size hubs rings do we need?
The ones in the photo above that came with my wheels say this on the outside:

73.1φ X 66.1φ

I'm not sure what those φ symbols are.
Old 03-18-2007, 12:30 AM
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eek the devil?

I got hub rings too but they're plastic =(
anyways the slip doesn't mention the z on it thats why I was asking. it says 73mm and 67.06mm or 2.870" and 2.640"..

I was wondering why we needed these? Maybe it'll become a lot more clear when were putting the new wheels on..
Old 03-18-2007, 12:50 AM
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Yes please..
Old 03-18-2007, 07:17 AM
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yeah.. those rings are for centering your wheels... you HAVE to use them
Old 03-18-2007, 08:32 AM
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Originally Posted by ekim81
yeah.. those rings are for centering your wheels... you HAVE to use them
+1. imagine riding around with rims that arent centered.
Old 03-18-2007, 08:42 AM
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I didnt run them on mine for a while, no issues with handling, wobbling, tire wear even at high speeds. LE37's btw...
Old 03-18-2007, 12:54 PM
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Aluminum is a lot better than plastic. Correct size hubcentric rings will ensure a vibration free ride.
Old 03-26-2007, 08:55 AM
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I was supplied with the wrong size rings for my Enkeis and I'm currently running without until new ones arrive - no vibration, wobbles or any problems. Am I secretly damaging wheels, car or both?
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Quick question bump.

Whats the best way to install these? on the rotor first or in the wheel?
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put them on the rotor . they won't go all the way in , but when you put your wheels on and bolt wheels down they will go in .
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No dont use them, thats why they sent them to you

edit-LMAO @ Chris's Q-on the rotor/hub!!
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Originally Posted by blueper4mancez
put them on the rotor . they won't go all the way in , but when you put your wheels on and bolt wheels down they will go in .
Thanks just wanted to make sure, I have volks but forgot...
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Originally Posted by Alberto
No dont use them, thats why they sent them to you

edit-LMAO @ Chris's Q-on the rotor/hub!!
Guess who got some LE37s ??? we're twins.
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kinda funny how we both went front a 2 piece fat lip wheels to le's . i'm the le's brother front another mother though .
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Originally Posted by blueper4mancez
kinda funny how we both went front a 2 piece fat lip wheels to le's . i'm the le's brother front another mother though .
I hear ya brotha, I'm over big lip rims... The LE's look so nice and looks very easy to maintain that lip.
Old 03-06-2008, 09:59 AM
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You guys will love the LE's!!!!


sorry OT.
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Yes, run them. Not absolutely necessary, but definitely a great thing to have. If you already have a set, no reason not to put them on.
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