Lug Nut Torque Chart for Trailer Wheels

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CAN YOU GIVE ME LUG NUT TORQUE FOR MY DEXTER 16,000 LB AIR BRAKE AXLES? THE NUTS ARE 1-5/16 IT LOOKS LIKE THEY HAVE A BUILT IN ROUNDED WASHER? I HAVE A PICTURE OF THE AXLE END AND THE LUG NUT IF THAT WOULD HELP.

asked by: PETE P

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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

90-120 ft lbs of torque is probably about right for your trailer rims. If you check out the lug nut torque chart that I attached you will see that nearly all of the torque specs are that and higher.

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Answer 2

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…

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Answer 3

The torque for the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 6,000-lb and 7,000-lb Axles - 12&amp;amp;amp;quot; - 5 Spoke Utility #8-174-5UC3 is not specified by the manufacturer. For 9/16 inch studs, the typical lug nut torque will be 120-140…

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Answer 4

Wheel torque specs vary based on stud diameter, wheel diameter and wheel material. The linked chart shows you commonly recommended torque specs for a range of studs and wheels. For 1/2-inch wheel studs and a 14-inch steel trailer wheel you will use…

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Answer 5

I have attached a chart for you to take a look at that includes the lug nut torque specifications. If your wheel uses 1/2 inch lug nuts or wheel bolts like the 12 Inch Steel Spoke Trailer Wheel #AM20124 referenced in your question, you will torque…

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Answer 6

90-120 ft lbs of torque is probably about right for your 15 inch trailer rims. If you check out the lug nut torque chart that I attached you will see that nearly all of the torque specs are that and higher. You&amp;amp;#39;ll need to know…

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Answer 7

A 13 inch trailer wheel is likely going to use 1/2 inch lug nuts. The torque spec is the same for a 13 inch wheel whether it is steel or an alloy wheel; 75 to 85 foot pounds. I have included a picture with a handy chart with torque values for you…

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Answer 8

The recommended lug nut torque for your 7,000lb axle depends on a few factors like wheel size, stud size etc. Check out the attached photo which shows the torque specs for a variety of applications. I see you were looking at the Dexter Nev-R-Adjust…

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Answer 9

Torque specs for wheel lug nuts will vary depending on the diameter of the lugs, type of lug nut and the wheel&amp;amp;#39;s material. The linked chart details the recommended torque for many combinations. Dexter Hub/Drum #84546UC3 has…

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Answer 10

We do have a potential solution for you, but the Replacement Inner Member #DX99FR is not a suitable replacement for the TDE 8000LP. The #DX99FR is made only for Dexter DX7.5L and Legacy UFP actuators. The pins will not line up with a TDE I am sorry…

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Answer 11

90-95 ft lbs of torque is probably about right for your trailer rims. If you check out the lug nut torque chart that I attached you will see that nearly all of the torque specs are that and higher.

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Answer 12

The nut on the spindle should be tightened until snug, with no side-to-side play in the hub and then backed off slightly, about maybe a 1/8 of a turn. If the spindle uses a castle nut and cotter pin or tang nut, tighten the nut finger tight until…

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