It’s one of the most common questions in the car scene — are wheel spacers actually safe to use? The short answer is yes, absolutely — when you use high-quality, hub centric spacers and the correct bolts or studs. Let’s break down why.
The Importance of Quality
The safety of any wheel spacer comes down to design, material, and fitment. Cheap, poorly made spacers can cause vibration, imbalance, or uneven stress on wheel bearings. That’s why every Killer Offset, Demon, and Bimecc spacer supplied by Stanced UK is CNC-machined from 6061-T6 aluminium alloy — the same lightweight, high-strength material used in motorsport and aerospace applications.
Hub Centric Design
Hub centric spacers are designed with a centre bore that matches your car’s hub perfectly. This means the wheel is supported by the hub — not just the bolts. Non-hub centric spacers rely solely on the bolts to centre the wheel, which can lead to vibration, loosening, or sheared studs.
At Stanced UK, all Killer Offset, Demon, and Bimecc spacers are fully hub centric for a precise, secure fit every time.
Correct Bolt or Stud Engagement
Fitting spacers changes how much thread your bolts or studs engage. For safety, you need the same level of engagement as factory — typically at least 6.5 full turns on a bolt, or 7–8 threads on a stud. When using spacers, always fit extended wheel bolts or stud conversion kits to maintain full thread engagement.
Torque and Maintenance
As with any wheel installation, correct torque is essential. Always torque your wheel bolts or nuts to the manufacturer’s specification using a calibrated torque wrench. After around 50 miles, recheck and re-torque the wheels to ensure everything remains secure.
The Bottom Line
When fitted correctly using hub centric spacers and the right hardware, wheel spacers are completely safe. They’re used confidently on everything from daily drivers to show cars and fast-road builds. The key is precision engineering — not cutting corners.
✅ Explore our range of hub centric spacers from Killer Offset, Demon, and Bimecc at Stanced UK – engineered for stance, safety, and performance.
