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Dave_H_M's avatar
Dave_H_M
Explorer II
Apr 19, 2019

Lug Nut Torque

I had a wheel off the fifth wheel camper today. It has been a while.

I am running 8 lug hubs with E range tires.

Went through all the literature and as best as I can figure the torque should be 120 ft lbs. I am kinda skiddish about that being correct. Make take one off today and measure the diameter of the lug bolt and look at some charts.

Should I search further or go with the 120?

Thanks
  • MFL's avatar
    MFL
    Nomad II
    Apr 19, 2019
    My generic owners manual says to torque lite towables 50-75 lbs, and all others at 85-95 lbs. I have 6-bolt hubs, and set them at 90 lbs. I do think that the bolt size is the determining factor, as well as wheel style (aluminum or steel). On mine, at 90 lbs, rarely do any loosen, unless wheel has recently been removed.

    I would not set mine to 120 ft lbs.

    Jerry
  • Super_Dave's avatar
    Super_Dave
    Explorer
    Apr 19, 2019
    If you are planning on taking one off, measure torque required to break it free for reference.

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