Lug Nut Torque Rating for a 5-Lug Trailer Wheel

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What is the torque on a 5 lug steel wheel with a 175x80 13? Its on a 5x8 tilt trailer.

asked by: Waylon

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The correct torque for installing lug nuts on your 5 X 8 trailer's 5-lug wheels will depend on the size of the lugs. For a 1/2-inch lug the torque spec ranges from 75- to 85-ft-lbs. For a 9/16-inch lug the torque spec ranges from 135- to 145-ft-lbs. Please refer to the linked chart.

You will want to avoid using an impact wrench or any other tool that cannot provide measured force. Use a torque wrench for accurate results. You should re-torque them at 10 miles, 25 miles, and 50 miles, and then periodically after that.

expert reply by: Adam R

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Chris L.

6/30/2020

I am looking for te correct Roquefort coned 1/2-20 thread, 13/16 hex, 1.50 length.I have 14” aluminum rims. Thanks

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Chris R.

7/6/2020

The closest option we have to those specs is the Kodiak # KALN1375S. This 1/2"-20 wheel lug nut features a 13/16" diameter and overall length of 1-9/16".

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Answer 1

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.

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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 studs…

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Answer 3

I apologize for any confusion on what the proper torque specs are for 1/2 inch lug nuts on trailer wheels. I attached a picture of a chart to the right that details what the proper torque specs are for a trailer wheels lugs based on lug size, wheel…

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

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 6

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 as…

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Answer 7

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 8

The issue with using bias ply tires on long highway trips is that they tend to run much hotter than a radial ply tire. The temperature inside of the tire may not seem like a big deal but this is one of the number one reasons that a trailer tire…

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Answer 9

Radial tires are much preferred over bias ply tires for a number of reasons. The main difference between a radial ply and a bias ply tire is how the tire is constructed. The cords inside a bias ply tire run at a 32 degree angle to the direction of…

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Answer 10

We can definitely get your trailer a more sleek look, although there is not a black center cap for the Kenda Karrier ST205/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire with 15" Black Mod Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - LR C #AM32238B you asked about, because this wheel has a…

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Answer 11

Yes, radial tires are much preferred over bias ply tires for a number of reasons. The main difference between a radial ply and a bias ply tire is how the tire is constructed. The cords inside a bias ply tire run at a 32 degree angle to the direction…

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Answer 12

What you'll want to do is refer to your instructions for the proper torque specs. For example, the instructions for the 5.2K - 6K Kodiak Disc Brake Kit #K2HR526D call for the brake mounting flange to be welded to the spindle and then the caliper…

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