Lug Nut Torque for 16 Inch Trailer Wheel w/ 1/2 inch Wheel Studs

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What would be the torque for the lugs on Provider ST235/80R16 6 on 51/2.Trailer is EZ loader 1989 10702 GW. 1/2 inch lug nuts.

asked by: Jim C

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For a 16 inch steel wheel with 1/2 inch wheel studs, 90-120 ft-lb is recommended. For a 16 inch aluminum wheels, 90-100 ft-lb is what you should use. Be sure to recheck the torque frequently.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 2

Typically the psi rating for a wheel will be printed on a sticker on the back of the wheel or stamped into the metal of the wheel itself (on the back). The tire that is mounted to the wheel will be at or below the psi rating for the wheel and you…

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Answer 3

It sounds like you're looking for the torque specs for the lug nuts on a 6,000 pound axle. For a hub with 1/2 inch studs, 90 to 95 foot-pounds is standard.

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Answer 4

For the 1/2 inch lug nut #12CLN-L and the 14 inch aluminum wheels you will torque each lug nut to 75 to 85 foot pounds. No lubricant is required. However, since this is on a boat trailer and the hub studs are likely raw steel a little lube would…

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Answer 5

The Dexter Double Eye Spring 072-099-01 you mentioned is a double eye spring that is 26" long and 1-3/4" wide for a 6000lb axle. For a replacement we have the 6-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 6,000-lb Trailer Axles - 26" Long…

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Answer 6

We don't have the specific pin, but I have a solution for you. Since Breakaway Switches are universal, I recommend you replace the entire switch with part #3802348 to go with your ESCO breakaway systems.

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Answer 7

The good news is that basically all replacement brakeaway switches are universal. So if you wanted to replace what your trailer has with the Curt part #C52010 that you referenced this would be a great solution that would work well.

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Answer 8

The first thing you will need to check is if there is enough space around the existing tires to use the larger size. Based on the old size you have, 235/75-15 (which isn't a common trailer tire size) the tires are approximately 28.8 inches…

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Answer 9

I reached out to my contact at B&W regarding the issue you're having with the sliding mechanism on your Companion Slider 5th Wheel Hitch #BWRVK3400. He said there are a couple of things you can do to alleviate the sticking…

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Answer 10

The highest weight rated trailer wheel and tire is the Taskmaster Provider ST235/80R16 part #TTWTRTM2358016E which has a weight capacity of 3,520 lbs at 80 psi. This would give you a wheel and tire capacity of 14.080 lbs which is over the 12k you…

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Answer 11

The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13…

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Answer 12

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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