Status Performance Installation Guide

Installation Instructions

Use the guide below to safely install your wheel spacers. Proper fitment, clean mounting surfaces, correct torque, and correct hardware selection are essential to a safe installation.

Before You Begin

Always work on a stable surface, support the vehicle securely, and confirm all mounting surfaces are clean before installing.

Critical Fitment Check

If the spacer does not sit fully flush on the hub, do not install it until the issue is corrected.

After Installation

Re-check torque after the first 50 miles of driving and confirm there is no rubbing, looseness, or vibration.

Slip-On Type Spacers

Slip-on spacers require the correct extended wheel bolts and proper seat type for the wheel being installed. Correct thread engagement is critical.

Step 1

Prep the Hub

  • Lift the vehicle and secure it with jack stands.
  • Remove the wheel.
  • Thoroughly clean the hub face using a wire brush to remove rust, corrosion, and debris.
  • Place the spacer on the hub and test fit for flush contact.
Important

If the spacer rocks or does not sit fully flat, do not install it. Check for burrs, corrosion, debris, or fitment issues first.

Step 2

Confirm Bolt Length and Seat Type

  • Use conical or ball seat hardware based on your wheel type.
  • Measure one OEM wheel bolt from the bottom of the seat to the end of the threads.
  • Add your spacer thickness in millimetres to that measurement.
  • Select extended bolts using that new length.
  • Example: OEM bolt = 28mm, Spacer = 10mm, new required length = 38mm.
  • Common sizes include 35mm, 40mm, 45mm, and 50mm.
Thread Engagement Rule

Minimum thread engagement should be 7 full turns for M12 hardware and 8 full turns for M14 hardware. If you have less than that, use longer bolts.

Step 3

Mount the Spacer and Wheel

  • Install the spacer onto the clean hub.
  • Place the wheel over the spacer and ensure the setup remains hubcentric and aligned.
  • Hand-thread the extended bolts into the hub using the correct seat type.
  • Tighten hardware in a star pattern.
  • Torque to 89–105 ft-lbs, based on your vehicle specification.
  • Recheck alignment and flush fit between the hub, spacer, and wheel.
Step 4

Final Safety Checks

  • Spin the wheel by hand and confirm it rotates freely with no rubbing or vibration.
  • After driving 50 miles, re-torque all wheel bolts to specification.

Slip-On Hardware Reference

Wheel bolt length guide — OEM bolt length plus spacer thickness equals required bolt length
Wheel bolt seat type guide — conical seat and ball seat examples
Wheel bolt installation guide — wrong seat type installation examples

Use these reference graphics to confirm correct bolt length and correct seat type before installing slip-on spacers.

Do Not

  • Reuse factory-length bolts with slip-on spacers.
  • Install if the spacer does not sit flush or the center bore fit is loose.
  • Use mismatched seat styles, such as ball seat hardware on a conical seat wheel.
  • Stack spacers.

Bolt-On Installation Overview

Bolt-On Spacer Installation Overview

Bolt-On Type Spacers

Bolt-on spacers mount directly to the vehicle hub using the factory studs and supplied hardware. Proper torque and a flush hub fit are critical.

Step 1

Prep the Hub

  • Lift the vehicle and secure it with jack stands.
  • Remove the wheel.
  • Thoroughly clean the hub face using a wire brush to remove rust, corrosion, and debris.
  • Place the spacer on the hub and test fit for flush contact.
Important

If the spacer rocks or does not sit fully flat, do not install it. Check for burrs, corrosion, debris, or fitment issues first.

Step 2

Mount the Spacer to the Hub

  • Align the bolt holes of the spacer to the vehicle hub.
  • Thread the included low-profile nuts onto the vehicle's factory studs.
  • Blue thread locker may be used on factory studs as an optional extra precaution.
  • Torque each spacer nut to 85–95 ft-lbs in a star pattern.
Do Not Overtighten

Do not use impact tools to tighten spacer-to-hub hardware. Overtightening can damage threads or distort the spacer.

Step 3

Mount the Wheel to the Spacer

  • Place the wheel onto the new studs of the spacer.
  • Hand-thread the wheel lug nuts onto the spacer studs.
  • Torque to 89–105 ft-lbs based on your wheel and vehicle specification.
  • Tighten in a star pattern, then perform a final circular pass.
  • If you are using aftermarket wheels, confirm the correct seat type for the hardware.
Step 4

Final Safety Checks

  • Rotate the wheel by hand to confirm there is no rubbing or interference.
  • Double check that all hardware is fully seated and torqued.
  • After driving 50 miles, re-torque the wheel lug nuts only.
Reminder

Do not re-torque the spacer-to-hub nuts after driving. Re-check the wheel hardware only.

Do Not

  • Use impact guns to tighten spacer-to-hub hardware.
  • Install if the spacer does not sit flush or the center bore fitment is loose.
  • Stack spacers.

Status Performance Delivers

  • Hubcentric fitment for vibration-free installation
  • Built-in stud designs for proper thread engagement
  • High-load rated designs for trucks, SUVs, and performance builds
  • Coverage across Asian, European, and American platforms
  • Black hard-anodized finish for corrosion resistance and a clean install look

Need Help Confirming the Right Setup?

Contact us before ordering or installing if you need help with hub bore, spacer thickness, seat type, stud clearance, or hardware selection. A quick fitment check can prevent installation issues later. Contact us here →

These instructions are provided as a general guide. Vehicle specifications, wheel designs, and hardware requirements can vary. Always confirm fitment, hardware, and torque specifications for your exact application before installation.