Can front wheel studs be used on the rear wheel?

1987 MAZDA B2000
100,000 MILES • 2.0L • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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KELIYAH0520
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All my lug nut studs are stripped due to someone putting on Nissan rims on the truck listed above. So I bought new lug studs to replace them. But I accidentally bought all front studs. So my question is, can I use front studs on the rear drum? What would happen if I tried? I believe the only difference in measurement is the rear calls for a little longer knurled length. please some insight would truly be appreciated.
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Sep 30, 2020 at 5:23 AM
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DANNY L
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Hello, I'm Danny.

Yes, the front and rear are different lengths. I've attached a picture below of the wheel stud for the rear of your truck. Dorman brand are available at most auto parts stores. If the store you shop doesn't carry it then use the part number for a cross reference. Hope this helps and thanks for using 2CarPros.
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Sep 30, 2020 at 10:38 AM
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Here is a video that show how to change the wheel studs out on a similar car:

https://youtu.be/LSZ8P0wrQX8

Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.
Sep 30, 2020 at 12:45 PM
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