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Upon further inspection you are right: the studs are damaged! But how do I remove them? The inside head is round and can't be turned. I am reluctant to punch through and tear up the threads inside the mount (i can't tell if it is threaded inside or not).

? Thanks for the tips!

Ok, studs appear to be in good condition (no stripping, etc). But the lug nuts need replacing. If I install with a washer and torque to 75lb would that suffice? I'm afraid the rims are gone but maybe i can get a little more life.

What are the studs?

I'm on my second set of tires for my ZT. The left rear wheel rim continues to tear bigger holes where the screw threads push through. Eventually the holes are bigger than the nut. Obviously the rims are tearing over time with the back and forth, but why is it only happening on the left tire? Is...