Torque Recommendations for Lug Nuts on Fleetwood Motorhome

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I have a 1997 Fleetwood founder 10 bolt rim what is the torque specs on the lug nuts

asked by: Cody

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I attached a chart that shows how to determine the correct torque for the lug nuts of your Fleetwood. You'll need to know the diameter of your wheels, the diameter of the studs, and the type of metal the wheel is made of.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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