Correctable or SOL on these Rims?

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Correctable or SOL on these Rims?

86Bug Truck
Just got a set of MT 3's in for my 86 250 4x4 with 10.25 rear.
The wheel studs are 9/16 - was planning on replacing them.
Did a quick fitment test on the rims before I mount the tires and ran into a problem:
The lugnut is too close a fit in the rim hole (too tight to get a socket in there). The new studs are long enough to clear, just took a quick pic to show lug nut in hole.

Has anyone run into this before? Any way to make it work - or ship these back and find new rims?
Thanks
'86 F250 4X4 6.9 IDI Standard Cab Manual Trans
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JimJam300
Long lugnuts. The keyed ones with outside splines are a little smaller diameter as well.
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81-F150-Explorer
Use Acorn lug nuts.

Get a set that is long enough to clear the wheel, so a socket will attach.

Truck: 1981 F-150 Explorer / Engine: 300-6 California MCU Feedback System / Trans: T-18 - 4 speed / 2.75 Ford Rear Axle Open Diff.
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86Bug Truck
Thanks guys - I ordered a set last night - hope it does the trick.
Appreciate the direction, have a great rest of the week!
'86 F250 4X4 6.9 IDI Standard Cab Manual Trans