Torque Rating to Secure 10 Inch Brake Assemblies to a Trailer Axle

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How many pounds of torque do I use to tighten this brake assembly to the axle?

asked by: Rich

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The nuts to secure brake assembly # AKEBRK-35R-SA should be torqued to between 45-70 foot lbs. If you don't have a torque wrench close at hand we have # ALL944001. We offer 4 nuts and lock washers as part # BIK-00.

expert reply by: Michael H

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