Typical Lug Nut Torque Specifications for HiSpec Aluminum Trailer Wheels
Typical Lug Nut Torque Specifications for HiSpec Aluminum Trailer Wheels
Aluminum wheel torquing often comes up when our customers purchase aluminum trailer wheels to install on their trailer. Torquing aluminum trailer wheels is not the same as torquing on steel trailer wheels because aluminum is a softer metal. Becasue of this, aluminum wheels often need to be 're-torqued' as lug nuts often loosen up a bit when they settle in.
The HiSpec aluminum wheels offered on RecStuff.com do not need to be re-torqued because of the innovative ICF (Improved Clamp Force) Technology. ICF Tecnology improves safety by fighting against wheel serperation on trailer wheels. ICF improves the net clamp load in wheel joints by providing an even load accross the wheel joints. This innovative process provides a huge step when improving safety, and it's a step towards eliminating the problem of wheel seperation. By implementing this technology, your first torque becomes your last when installing aluminum trailer wheels, because ICF Technology negates the need to re-torque your lug nuts after installation.
The torque that is to be applied to lug nuts on a typical aluminum trailer wheel varies with the size of the stems on your trailer. Common size stems on a trailer often are 1/2", 9/16" or 5/8". You should always verify with the wheel's manufacturer when applying proper torquing to your aluminum wheels. Torquing specifications can vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. Below is a aluminum wheel torque torque table to guide you as your are installing the wheels to your trailer application.