Correct torque settings for lug nuts on wheels?
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90 ft. lbs (122 N*m)
2 HINTS for those that might not know this -
1) Always torque the lugs in two stages. ie, first take all 6 to 50 or 60.....and only THEN go to 85-90 for the final torque.
2) Take a sharpie-marker, and write your chosen setting (ie 90 or 85) on the wheel hub, between the lugs.
[Older guys like Bob Woodhouse write it larger, and in several places including the back of their Mechanics gloves! ]
JonB
1) Always torque the lugs in two stages. ie, first take all 6 to 50 or 60.....and only THEN go to 85-90 for the final torque.
2) Take a sharpie-marker, and write your chosen setting (ie 90 or 85) on the wheel hub, between the lugs.
[Older guys like Bob Woodhouse write it larger, and in several places including the back of their Mechanics gloves! ]
JonB
1 more tip -- the correct sequence in tightening the 6 lug wheel:
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<BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Venom 2K:
How do we know which one is the number one lug?
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That's why they drew in the Valve Stem
How do we know which one is the number one lug?
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That's why they drew in the Valve Stem
I went to a "fastener" seminar at work few years ago. I thought it would be a complete waste of time but it turned out to be one of the most interesting and informative talks I have ever heard.
The lug nuts are softer than the studs by design. The thread in the nut is designed to "stretch" to a certain extent every time you tighten the lugs so it's a good idea to replace the nuts after being torqued several times. All of the above info is great just keep in mind that the lug nuts DO wear out.
Just my .02
The lug nuts are softer than the studs by design. The thread in the nut is designed to "stretch" to a certain extent every time you tighten the lugs so it's a good idea to replace the nuts after being torqued several times. All of the above info is great just keep in mind that the lug nuts DO wear out.
Just my .02
