[PPCC] Lug nut tech tip for Camaro aluminum wheels on LM Corvairs

[Garrie Fox]

Thanks to Chris Klapp, the 1969 Corvair has new 15" Camaro wheels.
 
After noticing that Corvair lug nuts appeared to be other than exactly correct, I began a search for compatible/OEM lug nuts for the new wheels.
 
There are a myriad of nuts that various dealers/parts suppliers claim will work, but each one I investigated might work, but did not fit the taper in the lug holes.
 
Finally went to the Chevrolet Dealer here and they showed me the exact OEM type nut, but they did not have 20 in stock.. their part number crossed to Ballcamp 641-2043 or Dorman 611070.1. NAPA stocks large quantities of the 641-2043.
 
The Corvair now has a new set of 195/60 R 15 tires on it with the new Camaro rims.
 
Attached is a pic FYI

Regards,

Garrie Fox
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