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Old May 12th, 2017, 11:17 AM
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what is the correct torque to tighten the wheel nuts on a 2003 silverado ss?
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140ft/lbs
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That much? The nuts become stuck very quickly when I after changing wheels. Can't loosen with the same air-impact-tool I use to gently tighten nuts, need long tool and a 3 foot pipe to losen the nuts again.
My Caddy only need 100 ft/lbs.
But I'll take your word for it, its a heavy truck with lots of "push"!
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maybe they were over torqued.

your caddy uses 12mm studs the truck uses 14mm studs.

do not put any anti seize compound or lubricant on the studs




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