In Focus: Thexton Wheel Stud Pilot Pins

Feb. 1, 2013

Specialty tool helps prevent the wheels of many BMWs from falling during service.

Thexton's 14mm X 1.25 Wheel Stud Pilot Pins, No. THX 498, have 14mm X 1.25 thread to help prevent the wheels of many BMWs from falling during service. The tool fits BMW 7 Series, 6 Series, X3, X5, X6 2009 to present and Mini Cooper 2009 to present. The wheel stud pilot pins allow the technician to hang a wheel and tire without having to balance the wheel on the hub. The 14mm pins simply screw into the wheel bolt hole. For strength and durability the pins come zinc-plated. Comes two per package.

Selling Points

14MM X 1.25 thread.
Fits BMW 7 Series, 6 Series, X3, X5, X6 2009-present; Mini Cooper 2009-present.
Allows technician to hang wheel and tire without having to balance the wheel on the hub.
14mm pins simple screw into the wheel bolt hole.
Pins are zinc-plated for visibility and durability.
Pins are made of high-grade steel for strength.
Prevents wheel from falling and causing damage.
Packaged as two pilot pins per pack.

Feature and benefits

The 498 Wheel Stud Pilot Pins allow the technician install the tire without having to balance the wheel on the hub.
With the growing number of BMW/Mini Coopers this is the perfect tool for the technician.
These tools are zinc-plated and constructed of high-grade steel, for longevity.
The 498 Wheel Stud Pilot Pin prevents the wheel from falling and causing damage, a significant safety feature.

Application

The 498 Wheel Stud Pilot Pin is designed to assist the technician with installation of the wheels after tire and wheel service has been completed.

Origin

The THX 498 Wheel stud Pilot Pins are the result of Thexton MFG CO adding to the established testers we have put out over the last 100-plus years.

Specs

The THX 498 Wheel Stud Pilot Pins are manufactured in the USA. This product is zinc-plated and constructed of high-grade steel. They are packaged in pairs of two. They weight about 3lbs.

Storage and display

The 498 Wheel Stud Pilot Pin is packaged in a see-through blister packaging. Hanging the 498 from the mobiles truck / bring it and showing shops that work on diesel vehicles is the best method for exposure.