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Old 04-19-2021, 10:45 PM   #21
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Just to be clear Bob, you are saying that the lug nuts are rated lower than the studs? I was under the impression that the 7k axles (like mine) with 9/16 studs were torqued to 140-150?

In the past, I have looked in my "semi useful" Keystone Owner's manual, but I don't recall the exact numbers, just going on what others have posted here.
 
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....I was under the impression that the 7k axles (like mine) with 9/16 studs were torqued to 140-150?.....
A 2011 Montana with 7K axles came with 1/2" studs and should be torqued to 110-120 Lbs.
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A 2011 Montana with 7K axles came with 1/2" studs and should be torqued to 110-120 Lbs.
Interesting...I have always been under the impression that the Dexter 7k axles came with the larger 9/16 studs.

So then I guess I need to re torque mine since they may be over torqued...
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The rule-of-thumb (among some mechanics) is torque until you strip the threads, then back off 1/4 turn. :-(
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Old 04-21-2021, 12:28 PM   #25
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The rule-of-thumb (among some mechanics) is torque until you strip the threads, then back off 1/4 turn. :-(
I have actually done that...works quite well I then just slop some red Loctite on it and call it "good"!
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150 lb ft would be for 5/8" lugs. The 'standard' 1/2-20 through 7K axles used on most late Montanasis 90-120 lb ft. I set ours at 100 lb ft
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According to Sendel, manufacturer of most aluminum wheels used on travel trailers, the recommended torque for their aluminum alloy wheels is as follows:

1/2" - 90-120 #ft
9/16" - 120-140
5/8" - 140-160
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