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Need wheel lung torque setting?

Discussion in 'Technical Q&A' started by mjsdas, Sep 25, 2004.

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  1. mjsdas

    mjsdas Rookie

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    Can anyone tell me the proper torque setting for the wheel lungs on a F355 Spider? Tahnks.
     
    mjsdas, Sep 25, 2004
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  2. f355spider

    f355spider F1 World Champ Owner Rossa Subscribed

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    "Lungs"?

    I think you are trying to say "lugs". But these are bolts, not lugs. Nor are they lug nuts...

    First advice: RTFM (read the f-ing manual)

    Second advice: Search the archives

    Third? You are new here; so I searched it for you (this time :) )

    Factory recommended torque is 72-75 ft/lbs
     
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  3. FL 355

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    72-75 Lb - However I, and Shelton, set them at 80.

    You'll need a 22mm deep socket... The chrome chips easily so if you can't get a cushioned socket take a plastic bag that the grocery store gives you, snip the corners off and stick it in the socket. I pull my wheels about 4 times a year and have not scratched a bolt yet using this method.
     
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    Easy Dave! We were all new here once. I still ask a bonehead question once in a while! In fact it wasn't long ago I asked the same question. I had to chuckle at the lung thing too though, never heard 'em called that.

    Michael,
    I usually torque my wheel bolts to 80lbs as well. Run the torque up in a couple steps and re-check after about 100 miles. Should do just fine that way!!

    John
     
    Jdubbya, Sep 26, 2004
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