Correct Lug Nut Torque for 12-Inch Steel Trailer Wheel
Question:
Hi, You have a chart posted for wheel torque. Would the torque for a 4 lug, 1/2inch bolt with a 12inch rim still be 90-120 lb. ft.?
asked by: Paul
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Expert Reply:
For a 4-lug steel wheel with 1/2-inch studs like # AM20124 the correct torque range is 75-85 ft-lbs. For a 15-inch steel wheel like the item # TA37RR that you referenced the torque range is 90-120 ft-lbs. In general the larger a wheel is the more torque it requires and steel wheels typically need higher torque than aluminum wheels.
expert reply by:
Adam R
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Products Referenced in This Question
Steel Spoke Trailer Wheel - 12" x 4" Rim - 4 on 4 - Galvanized Finish
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Wheel Only
- 12 Inch
- 4 on 4 Inch
- Steel Wheels - Galvanized
- Boat Trailer Wheels
- Americana
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Vesper Steel Modular Trailer Wheel w/ Offset - 15" x 5" Rim - 5 on 5-1/2 - Silver
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Wheel Only
- 15 Inch
- 5 on 5-1/2 Inch
- Steel Wheels - Acrylic Enamel
- Taskmaster
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