Wheel Hub Mounting Stud
Dana Spicer 36326-2 Spindle Stud 3/8-24 x 1.468 for Dana 30 and Dana 44 Axles
Representative Photo, actual item may vary
Representative Photo, actual item may vary
Representative Photo, actual item may vary
Representative Photo, actual item may vary
Representative Photo, actual item may vary
Representative Photo, actual item may vary
What Are Wheel Hub Mounting Studs?
Wheel hub mounting studs are the threaded fasteners pressed or screwed into your vehicle's wheel hub or axle flange, forming the fixed anchor points that hold your wheels securely to the vehicle. While they may look simple, these small components carry enormous responsibility: lug nuts thread onto each stud to clamp the wheel firmly against the hub face, and the entire assembly must withstand the combined forces of acceleration, braking, and cornering every time you drive.
As a category within Driveline and Axles > Hardware, wheel hub mounting studs sit at the critical intersection of your drivetrain and your wheels. Because they experience constant stress cycles, studs can wear, strip, or suffer impact damage over time — making a reliable replacement an essential part of any hub or axle service.
Why Wheel Hub Mounting Studs Matter
A properly secured wheel depends entirely on the integrity of its studs. The studs are pressed or screwed into the hub flange, and lug nuts thread onto them to lock the wheel and brake rotor in place. If a stud is stripped, corroded, or broken, the entire wheel-to-hub clamping force is compromised. Proper torque is equally critical: over-tightening can stretch or shear a stud, while under-tightening can allow wheel movement that eventually backs the lug nut off entirely — both scenarios being serious safety hazards.
Studs come in several configurations to suit different vehicles and use cases. Press-in studs are the most common design: a knurled shank is driven into a bore in the hub, creating a secure interference fit that resists both pull-out and rotation. Screw-in studs thread directly into the hub flange and are common on performance and off-road applications where studs may need to be replaced more frequently. Key specifications to match when shopping include thread pitch and diameter (such as 1/2-20 or 9/16-18 for most domestic vehicles, or metric sizes for imports), knurl diameter, and underhead length.
Choosing the Right Wheel Hub Mounting Stud
- Thread size and pitch: Must match your existing lug nuts exactly. Common domestic sizes include 7/16-20, 1/2-20, and 9/16-18; metric vehicles typically use M12x1.5 or M14x1.5.
- Knurl diameter: The knurled shank must match the bore diameter in your hub for a proper press-fit. An undersized knurl will produce a loose, unsafe fit.
- Underhead length: Affects how much thread is exposed for the lug nut. Performance wheels with thick flanges or aftermarket spacers may require longer-than-stock studs.
- Press-in vs. screw-in: Match the design to your specific hub. Using the wrong installation method can damage the hub flange.
- Material: Steel studs are standard, but stainless steel options offer added corrosion resistance for vehicles frequently exposed to salt, mud, or water.
Top Brands in Wheel Hub Mounting Studs
Yukon Gear & Axle is a well-respected name in the driveline hardware space, known for producing precision replacement components for a wide range of domestic and select import vehicles. Their wheel hub mounting studs are manufactured to exacting specifications and are available in both press-in and screw-in designs, covering applications from Ford 7.5/8.8/9-inch differentials to GM, Chrysler, Jeep, and Dana axle platforms. Each stud backs the quality Yukon Gear & Axle is known for in the differential and axle rebuild market.