Torque Settings For Wheel Lug Nuts For Boat Trailer And utility Trailer
Question:
I have small boat trailer and the wheel/tire set I have is a 480-8 with 1/2 lug nuts on a 4x4 bolt pattern with a steel rim. How much torque do I need? I also have a 5X8 utility trailer with ST205/75R/15 tire wheel/tire the rim is 6inch wide steel rim. With a 5 on 4.5 bolt pattern on 1/2 studs. How much torque do I need?
asked by: David
Helpful Expert Reply:
I have attached a chart you can check out that describes the torque needed per wheel size, wheel stud size and material.
For an 8-inch wheel with a 1/2-inch wheel stud the torque is 75 to 86 ft-lbs.
For a 15 inch steel wheel with 1/2 inch wheel studs the torque is 90 to 120 ft-lbs and if you have an aluminum wheel the torque needed is 90 to 100 ft-lbs.
If you do not have a torque wrench I recommend the Powerbuilt Dual Drive Torque Wrench, part # ALL944001. This has 3/8 and 1/2 inch drive and will measure torque readings between 10 and 150 lbs.
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