What is the standard lug nut size?
10mm X 1.25
What size are lug bolts?
The tool size needed for removal and installation depends on the type of lug nut. The three most common hex sizes for lug nuts are 17 mm, 19 mm, and 21 mm, while 22 mm, 23 mm, 11⁄16 inch (17.5 mm), and 13⁄16 inch (20.6 mm) are less commonly used.
What should truck lug nuts be torqued to?
New wheels should be re-torqued after the first 50 to 100 driving miles.
| Hardware Bolt or Stud Size | Typical Torque Range in Ft/Lbs | Minimum Number of Turns of Hardware Engagement |
|---|---|---|
| 12 x 1.25 mm | 70 – 80 | 8 |
| 14 x 1.5 mm | 85 – 90 | 7.5 |
| 14 x 1.25 mm | 85 – 90 | 9 |
| 7/16 in. | 70 – 80 | 9 |
What do the numbers on lug nuts mean?
US lugs specify threads per inch (TPI), commonly called thread count, so 20 would represent 20 threads per inch. While metric lugs specify a thread pitch which is the distance between the threads. Therefore, a 1.5 pitch would have 1.5 millimeters between each thread.
Which way do Lugnuts go?
Place your spare tire onto the wheel by lining up the holes with the bolts. Place the lug nuts back onto the bolts and turn them in a clockwise fashion. Once you have tightened the lug nuts by hand, use the lug wrench to make sure each lug nut is secure.
Do you tighten lug nuts clockwise?
To tighten the lug nuts, turn them in a clockwise direction using your lug wrench. Though ideally, you would tighten the lug nuts using a torque wrench to the indicated ft-lbs measurement in your car’s owner manual, you likely won’t have this luxury when changing your tire on the side of the road.
How do you loosen a tight lug nut?
There are a number of things you can do to unstick the nut before turning it:
- a lubricant or rust blaster. Keep things wet and give it time to work.
- heat cycling. Heat it up (gently) and let it cool. Repeat.
- vibrations and shocks. Rap the nut with a wrench. You don’t have to hit hard; hitting over and over works.
Can I put Loctite on lug nuts?
Loctite Threadlocker products can be used on automotive lug nuts to keep them tightly secured on your vehicle. Use a medium-strength Loctite Threadlocker, such as Threadlocker Blue 242, on your car’s lug nuts.
How do you lubricate lug nuts?
Lubrication. There is a great deal of argument is whether to lubricate lug threads. Some swear by the use of some form of anti-seize on the threads, whether lithium grease, WD-40, motor oil or Teflon spray. The idea is to prevent rust and make it easier when it comes time to remove the lugs.