Torque Spec for Tightening Trailer Brake Assemblies to Trailer Spindle
Updated 03/28/2024 | Published 05/04/2016
Question:
What is the recommended torque for the backing plate bolts?
asked by: Aaron
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Expert Reply:
The attachment bolts for a 5-bolt brake assembly like the part # AKEBRK-6R should be torqued to 30-50 foot/lbs.
If you don't have a torque wrench handy, if you tighten the bolts until the lock washers flatten out, you'll be pretty darn close to that range.
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Jameson C
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Billy
3/21/2024
How about 7 bolt?