Bolt Torque Specification for Mounting a 12 Inch Brake Assembly

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When mounting the brake assembly with new bolts, lock washer and but what is the correct torque setting?

asked by: Dave E

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According to Dexter Axle, the attachment bolts for a 12 x 2 brake assembly should be torqued to 25-50 foot/lbs.

If you don't have a torque wrench handy, if you tighten the bolts until the lock washers flatten out, you'll be pretty darn close to that range.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

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Answer 7

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

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Bolt Torque Specification for Mounting a 12 Inch Brake Assembly

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