Lug Nut Torque

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Feb 7, 2012 | 04:30 PM

StraightTimeStirrups

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Lug Nut Torque

I always buy my rims used and while in my search for used Draglites or Prostar Weld Racing rims I was surprised how many rims were buggered up from the lug nuts not being torqued down properly!

Anyone know the proper torque to install these rims with 1/2" ARP Studs?

Joe

Feb 7, 2012 | 08:08 PM

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I believe 100ft/lbs is perfect

Feb 7, 2012 | 09:03 PM

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I always just snug them up with a 1/2 breaker bar.

Feb 7, 2012 | 09:06 PM

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Originally Posted by VinR1

I believe 100ft/lbs is perfect

That's what I always do, 100 ft/lbs. Check them after driving for a while. I've always been under the impression, with aluminum wheels particularly, you should check them to make sure the lugs aren't backing off.