Axle nut torque?

[csnider]

Hi, I'm doing my rear brakes . What is the proper procedure for torqueing the bearing nut ?. . I have the stock nylon lock nut W/wedge... . Thanks... ... ... Chuck

 

[Tim1]

axle nut torque

Hey buddy, my book is down in the shop, if no one jumps in I will look this up for you. I changed mine over to the spicer lock system with two nuts because I didn't like guessing at the bearing preload with the dodge system. If you want the numbers, let me know. Works for me! Tim

 

[nascar mark]

120-140ftlb while spinning hub, then back off 120 deg.



mark

 

[dan brooks]

On a related note, anyone know what size the nut is? I need to check my rear brakes and would hate to pull it down only to find I don't have the right socket. :{



Thanks.

 

[nascar mark]

2 9/16.



mark

 

[csnider]

Thanks for the info guys... . I got my socket at Napa 2-9/16" ,3/4" drive works perfect... ... ..... Chuck

 

[dan brooks]

Mark and Chuck - Thanks for the info. Looks like another tool to add to the collection. Between the Jeep and the truck I think I'm gonna have to buy a bigger tool box.