Why GM used such short studs and thin lug nuts on a truck, let alone a 4WD truck, is a good question. But, yes, fixed, for whatever 'problem' existed. They were like that for 14 years and never had a problem with them backing off or studs breaking. It was really freaking people out, though. 
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