Lisle Wheel Stud Installer 22800 — Compact Ratchet/Impact Tool for Cars & Light-Truck Studs

The Lisle 22800 Wheel Stud Installer is a dedicated tool that lets you pull new wheel studs precisely into place using a ratchet or impact wrench.

If you're replacing worn or broken studs on passenger cars or light trucks, this compact installer makes the job faster and more controlled than improvised methods. Its simple sleeve-and-bearing design positions the stud shaft and uses the lug nut tightened against the tool to draw the stud fully into the hub. The tool fits most import and domestic wheel studs and is intended for shop and home-garage use.

How does this tool install a new wheel stud?

The installer slips over the new stud's shaft so the tool bears against the face of the hub while a lug nut draws the stud through the hub opening. As you tighten with a ratchet or impact wrench, the stud is pulled straight and seated correctly without hammering. This produces cleaner, more accurate installations and reduces risk to the rotor or drum.

• Place tool sleeve over stud shaft for centered pulling.
• Tighten lug nut against the tool to draw stud flush into hub.
• Use a ratchet or impact wrench for consistent torque and speed.

Will it work on my vehicle's studs?

Designed for broad compatibility, the Lisle 22800 accommodates most automotive and light-duty truck wheel studs across domestic and import models. Confirm stud diameter and thread engagement match before use; if uncertain, compare the new stud to the vehicle’s original hardware. The installer is aimed at common passenger and light-truck wheel applications rather than heavy commercial axles.

• Compatible with most passenger car and light-truck studs.
• Works for both import and domestic vehicles when diameters match.
• Not intended for heavy commercial or oversized axle studs.

What tools and technique are recommended for best results?

Use a standard ratchet or an impact wrench to tighten the lug nut against the installer; an impact will speed the process but a ratchet gives more tactile control. Make sure the hub and stud area are clean and free of burrs so the stud seats smoothly. Inspect the bearing after repeated use; it wears over time and is not covered by warranty.

• Use a ratchet for controlled tightening or an impact for faster pulls.
• Clean hub openings and remove corrosion before installing studs.
• Monitor the tool’s bearing for wear—replacement may be required after heavy use.

How durable and dependable is the Lisle 22800?

The tool is built to handle frequent shop use and features a bearing to reduce friction while pulling studs. Note that the bearing will wear with repeated service and Lisle does not warrant bearing life, so performance can decrease over very long-term use. The product is patented (U.S. Patent 7,421,769), reflecting its engineered pulling method and construction.

• Robust sleeve and bearing design for repeated installs.
• Bearing reduces friction but is wear-prone and not warranted.
• Patented pulling system for consistent, centered stud seating.

Who this tool is for: mechanics, DIYers, and automotive enthusiasts who need a reliable, straightforward way to replace wheel studs on cars and light trucks. If you perform brake or wheel maintenance and want a cleaner, safer alternative to hammering studs from the back of the hub or improvising with sockets, the Lisle 22800 offers a repeatable method that saves time and helps protect brake components.