How do I properly secure the wheel bolts or nuts when mounting a trailer tire?
First of all, you should always hand screw the nuts or bolts to get them started. Then tighten the nuts or bolts in the recommended sequence based on the chart below.
| Wheel Torque Sequence Guide | |||
| Wheel Size | 1st Step | 2nd Step | 3rd Step |
| 12" | 20-25 | 35-40 | 50-75 |
| 13" | 20-25 | 35-40 | 50-75 |
| 14" | 20-25 | 50-60 | 90-120 |
| 15" | 20-25 | 50-60 | 90-120 |
| 16" | 20-25 | 50-60 | 90-120 |
| 16.5" x 6.75" | 20-25 | 50-60 | 90-120 |
| 16.5" x 9.75" | 55-60 | 120-125 | 175-225 |
| 14.5" Demounted | Tighten in sequence | 85-95 | |
|
17.5" Hub Pilot w/ Clamp Ring/Cone Nuts |
50-60 | 100-120 | 190-210 |
|
17.5" Hub Pilot w/ 5/8" Flange Nuts |
50-60 | 90-200 | 275-325 |
| Standard Bolt Patterns | |||