Torque Rating For Hub Castle Nut
Question:
My church has a 2005 dual axle trailer manufactured by Continental with 15 inch wheels. In the very near future I plan to remove and replace the wheel bearings and would like to know the torque that should be applied to the castle nut.
asked by: Steve
Expert Reply:
There is no specific torque rating for the castle nut that holds your hub in place. We recommend tightening the castle nut down until it stops, and then backing it off to the next notch where the tang washer will fit into the castle nut. Over tightening the nut can lead to the spindles and bearings overheating, which can damage them.
We have a video that outlines the proper way to remove and install a trailer hub, to view the video, click on the provided link.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Replacement Trailer Hub Bearing - L44649
- Trailer Bearings Races Seals Caps
- Bearings
- Standard Bearings
- 1.063 Inch I.D.
- Bearing L44649
- Race L44610
- 3500 lbs Axle
- etrailer
more information >
Featured Help Information
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Q&A: Castle Nut Torque Spec for Trailer Axle
- Q&A: Torque Rating for Spindle Castle Nut
- Q&A: Is There Torque Rating for Installing Spindle Nut on Trailer Hub
- Q&A: How Tightly Should a Trailer Hub Castle Nut Be Torqued When Installed
- Q&A: How Tight Should Spindle Castle Nuts be Tightened
- Q&A: Proper Way to Tighten Trailer Spindle of Castle Nut
- Q&A: Castle Nut Torque Spec for 3,500 Pound Axle
- Article: Replacing the Bearing, Races and Seals on a Trailer Hub
- Shop: Curt MV Weight Distribution System w/ Friction Sway Control - Round Bar - 14K GTW, 1.4K TW
- Shop: Reese Pro Round Bar Weight Distribution w Sway Control - Round Bar - 11,500 lbs GTW, 1,150 lbs TW
- Shop: RV Electrical
- Shop: RV Power Cord
- Shop: SmartPlug RV Power Cord and Inlet Upgrade Kit - Stainless Steel Inlet - 30 Amp - 30'
- Shop: Mighty Cord RV Extension Cord for Generator - 20 Amp - 3 Prong - 25'
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Search Results: weight distribution hitch
- Video: Review of Reese Weight Distribution - WD Only - RE44FR
- Article: 5 Things to Know About Weight Distribution Hitches
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Search Results: brake controller
- Shop: B&W Continuum Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control for 2" Hitch - 16K GTW, 1.6K TW
- Video: B&W Continuum Weight Distribution System Review
- Search Results: trailer brake controller
- Shop: Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller - Dash Knob - 1 to 2 Axles - Proportional
- Article: Most Popular Wheel Bearings
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
- Shop: Brake Controller
- Search Results: trailer jack
- Shop: etrailer Hitch Pin Alignment Collar for Hitch Accessories - 2" Hitches
on Trailer Bearings Races Seals Caps
