How Much Torque for Lug Nuts on Boat Trailer with 8 Inch Wheels

Updated 04/15/2019 | Published 04/12/2019

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Powerbuilt Beam-Type Torque Wrench - 1/2" Drive - 0 to 140 ft-lb

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Question:

my small boat trailer,250kg max carry weight,has 8inch wheels with 1/2inch wheel studs 4 per wheel. What is the torque setting please

asked by: Roger

Expert Reply:

If you have 8" diameter wheels on your boat trailer with 1/2" lug studs then I can confirm that the lug nut torque specification will be from 75-85 ft.-lb. Since your lug nuts must be torqued regularly, it is a good idea to keep a torque wrench on hand as opposed to just renting one each time so if you don't have one, I recommend the Powerbuilt Beam-Type Torque Wrench part # ALL644044. We also have the lug nuts you need as well, part # CE11051 which are zinc plated so they will be best for a boat trailer.

expert reply by: Conner L