Possible to replace wheel studs without taking off calipers?

[MassHoe04]

Is this the type you saw?

I have this one and was going to use it to install the new lug studs, which are slightly longer to accommodate the 10mm spacers I’d like to install.

I don’t want wheel adapters, which seem like they have more fail points than slightly longer studs and spacers.

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Yeah. Something like that, if not the same one... Since it is cone-shaped to match the taper of the lug nut, it seems like that would do a decent job at drawing the stud in straight without damage. Can't say for certain. I have never used one. But looks like it might be a reasonable option to me.

Seems better than trying with a lug nut alone to pull it in.
If I tried that tool, I might be inclined to put some axle grease between the cone-shapes surface of the tool and lug nut to eliminate any additional friction as the lug nut spins. Of course I would want to wash the studs and lug nuts down real good with Brake Kleen to get all grease off the studs and threads.

 

[03yukXL]

At least for the rear it can be easier just to buy a new axle. I have seen them for 40-50 dollars and they come with new studs installed. Do a rear end service, pull the c clips, pull the axles. Replace the axle seals while you’re in there.

Edit: ouch I guess I was thinking pre inflation prices. Axles now are looking like 100 bucks a side…