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skidmark2003

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Posted: 02/04/12 07:27am

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Could someone help me find the torque specs for the trailer wheel nuts of a Series 06 aluminum 15" wheel that is 5" wide?

Thanks in advance for your help!

downtheroad

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Posted: 02/04/12 08:26am

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I torque ours to 90fp.

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Posted: 02/04/12 09:34am

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After you set the torque drive 50 miles and check the torque. Do it again after 200 miles.

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Posted: 02/04/12 09:56am

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Lug Size FT/LBS Torque

1/2" 90-120

9/16" 120-140

5/8" 140-160

I torque my 1/2 studs to 110 ft/lb

You can also Google "Aluminum Trailer Wheel Torque"

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Posted: 02/04/12 10:15am

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I was told 110lbs.

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110 ft lbs.

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