Lug Nut Torque When Used with Kenda 5.70-8 Bias Trailer Tire # AM30130

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What is the proper torque for the lugnuts on this 4x4 tire/wheel? Thanks!

asked by: Erich

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Expert Reply:

The trailer wheel part # AM30130 needs torque between 90 and 120 ft lbs.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The psi of your trailer tires will be listed on the side wall. It will list the max psi which is what you will want to fill them to regardless of how much weight you have. For reference, the 4.80 x 12 tires we carry have a 60 psi max for load range B…

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Answer 2

The speed rating for the Kenda 5.70-8 Bias Trailer Tire with 8" Galvanized Wheel - 4 on 4 - Load Range C part #AM30130 is 65 mph.

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Answer 3

The importance of matching a wheel's pilot hole diameter to the part of the hub that fits through it depends on the type of wheel. A hub-centric wheel uses the pilot hole to center the wheel on the hub and also to bear some of the total weight…

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Answer 4

We do have some options for you to add a 5.7-8 size tire and a hub to your trailer. For a wheel/tire combination I recommend going with the Kenda 5.70-8 Bias Trailer Tire with Wheel #AM30155. This has a 5 on 4-1/2" bolt pattern and comes with a…

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Answer 5

A larger trailer tire basically wins in every category like you mentioned. Less rolling resistance, less affected by bumps in road for smoother ride quality, and bearings/hub spins less so in theory less wear and tear. So as long as you have room for…

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Answer 6

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…

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Answer 7

A 5.30x12 tire such as part #AM10064 is around 21.7" diameter x 5.3" wide whereas a 5.70x8 tire such as part #AM10013 is around 18.1" diameter x 5.7" wide. Therefore, the new tire will be 3.6" taller x .5" narrower than…

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Answer 8

It sounds to me like you have a 2-wire system on your 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK. For vehicles that use a 2-wire system, the turn & brake functions are combined on one wire and the taillight function is on a separate wire. The easiest way to test the…

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Answer 9

If the U-bolts are 9/16 inch diameter, the torque specs should be between 65 to 95 foot lbs. If the U-bolts are 3/8 inch diameter, the torque should be between 30 and 50 foot lbs.

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Answer 10

I apologize for any confusion on what the proper torque specs are for 1/2 inch lug nuts on trailer wheels. I attached a picture of a chart to the right that details what the proper torque specs are for a trailer wheels lugs based on lug size, wheel…

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Answer 11

With trailer tires you need to run them at the max PSI listed on the sidewall to ensure you get the full capacity of the tire and to prevent heat build up in them. For the Kenda 5.70-8 Bias Trailer Tire with 8" White Wheel - 4 on 4 - Load Range…

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Answer 12

Since you don't have the D-shaped spindle that will allow for a D washer, a regular washer for a 1 inch spindle like #SW1000 will work. This washer not having any type of tab will allow it to rotate and without proper grease could cause damage as…

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Lug Nut Torque When Used with Kenda 5.70-8 Bias Trailer Tire # AM30130

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