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Recommended torque for lug nuts on a shoebox Ford

Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by karambos, Nov 1, 2011.

  1. karambos
    Joined: Aug 14, 2009
    Posts: 71

    karambos
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    Could anyone advise me on how much ft-lb torque to apply when tightening the lug nuts on my '49?
     
  2. squirrel
    Joined: Sep 23, 2004
    Posts: 56,085

    squirrel
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    Should be 1/2" fine thread, 80 ft lbs would be good
     
  3. hotrod_32
    Joined: Mar 8, 2006
    Posts: 496

    hotrod_32
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    Bettween 80 & 90 about good.
     
  4. 39 Ford
    Joined: Jan 22, 2006
    Posts: 1,558

    39 Ford
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    Between one and 2 grunts works for me.
     

  5. dan c
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    green bible sez 65-75 ftlbs
     

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