Lug Nuts Torque Specs?

[WTBurke]

I just replaced my factory alloys with new GB rims. Stayed with the same size just wanted a different look. The store guy "torqued" my new expensive chrome lugs to 150 Ft. Lbs. This put slight "dimples" in the finish of the lugs. I prefer to do my own "rotation" (I have air powered tools) in time at this "TORQUE" level it will ruin the look. I note the owners-manual calls for 120-150 it does not differ on whether alloys or steel in the verbage. My old Chevy calls for 115 on steel and 85 Lbs if you have factory alloys in the owners manual.



For nice quality aftermarket Rims what levels are you guys torqueing to? I don't tow and the weight in my bed never exceedes 600 Lbs of stuff. I just want everything to "stay" pretty.

But, I don't want to risk saftey... . Your thoughts would be helpfull.



William

 

[illflem]

Only use an air wrench to run your lugs down, not to torque them. The impact action will mar the nuts even when breaking loose for removal. Use a hand torque wrench to finish it off. I use 135 ft/lbs on my aluminum rims. If they are new be sure to retorque after a few hundred miles.