3500lb axle wheel lug torque ?

[GSW]

What's the standard wheel lug torque for a 5-lug 3500lb axle? The wheels are steel 15" and have no markings to indicate torque value. I would guess about 90-100 but just want to make sure.

 

[Rich]

I think I've used around 85-90 in the past with good results.

Lately it's been the "zoooooop-butta-butta-butta-butta" setting on the impact.

 

[jeepinmatt]

The torque is mainly related to the stud size. Figure out the thread and look it up online.

 

[GSW]

I think I've used around 85-90 in the past with good results.
Lately it's been the "zoooooop-butta-butta-butta-butta" setting on the impact.

I'm usually on my 5th butta before I remember to start counting.

I'll check the stud size and see where that gets me.

 

[Ron]

Bottom out the air gun, then strain on a 24" breaker bar until 1 vein in the neck bulges (jut a little)

 

[vanguard]

The guys at discount tire torque everything that comes in to 100 ft lbs. I started doing that with all of my cars/truck/trailer and it's been working well for me.