wheel stud factor of safety?

[blaznasn]

Hi, I was just wondering if anyone can give me a general range of values for the factor of safety regarding wheel studs?

I am looking at general cars, like daily commuter cars that people drive everyday. Specifically trucks and SUVs.

I would guess that it would have to be enough so the car could still drive if one or two studs broke.

Thanks for the help!

 

[Fabrico]

Good guess.

 

[ahbugeye]

But driving with broken studs can affect fatigue life of other components.

 

[evelrod]

But driving with broken studs can affect fatigue life of other components.

I reckon so!!! One of THE most common failures I have seen is in 1/2 ton Cheby 4x4 with the OEM 7/16" wheel studs...man, they even break on the street with the big tires and wheels!

Rod