Sheared Lugs
New to this forum. It is winter but in a few months it will be time to go get the camper out of storage. My last camping outing was ended abruptly and I can't stop thinking about it. I was towing i...
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Turtle n Peeps wrote:Old-Biscuit wrote:
90-120 lbs/ft torque IS normal for 1/2" stud with steel wheels
Maybe NOT. :B
The chart I posted is for 'Trailer' wheels/studs
Yours is for 'Automotive'
If no specification is available, the following chart based on lug diameter, is a rough guide. This should never be used to replace manufacturer's specifications and is only an approximation. Lugs should be tightened to proper specification as soon information is available.
So maybe , maybe not.......and THAT is what causes over-torquing issues.
The trailer chart states a range 90-120. So is it 90, 95, 115, 120.
At least your chart only states one value even IF it is for automotive which aren't subjected to the same sideways/twisting torque trailer wheels/tires are from maneuvering
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