What are the Torque Specs for a Trailer that Used Wheel Bolts Instead of Lug Nuts
Question:
Hi, Ive got a trailer with 8 inch wheels on it 4.80-8 and it has bolts to secure the wheels, not lug nuts. The bolts have a 3/4 inch head on them and they are in a 4 bolt pattern on the hub. Im unsure of what torque to apply to theses bolts and cannot find any torque for them when I search the internet. Thanks
asked by: Dalton
Expert Reply:
I spoke with our resident tire and wheel expert and he said that for wheel bolts you will just follow the same torque specs as you would for a lug nut of the same size. Take a look at the chart I have included with lug nut torque specs. Based on your hub, tire, and wheel sizes you likely have 1/2 inch wheel bolts. For 1/2 inch torque them to 75-85 foot pounds. If they are not 1/2 inch then follow the included chart.
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Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly for 2,000-lb Axles - 7" - 5 on 4-1/2
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- 1/2 Inch Stud
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- 12 Inch Wheel
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