qtrracer
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I believe "hub centric" isn't a centering device, but rather a load carrying device. By having the wheel hub-centered correctly, the load rides on the hub rather than on the studs. The studs/lug nuts are fasteners and when correctly used hold the wheel to the hub.
I've used plastic and aluminum hub rings and haven't had any trouble with either with one exception. After multiple wheel swaps with plastic rings, the little plastic clips tend to break-off and/or the centric part becomes enlarged defeating the purpose of the rings. Never had them melt despite may O/T events. The aluminum rings I've used are interference fit and don't use clips. Tend to last much longer with multiple wheel swaps. But, the aluminum ones are more pricy and not as easy to find in particular sizes.
I've used plastic and aluminum hub rings and haven't had any trouble with either with one exception. After multiple wheel swaps with plastic rings, the little plastic clips tend to break-off and/or the centric part becomes enlarged defeating the purpose of the rings. Never had them melt despite may O/T events. The aluminum rings I've used are interference fit and don't use clips. Tend to last much longer with multiple wheel swaps. But, the aluminum ones are more pricy and not as easy to find in particular sizes.
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