In this thread, https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/810325-rear-wheel-hub-nut-socket.html

There is a note to torque the axle nuts AND lugs while on the ground. Now the lug nuts make total sense, buy why the axle shaft nuts? Is it for safety reasons? Or?

I am at that stage and want to make sure I get it right...

Thanks,

David

PS - I meant to post here, just realized I was not in the IDI forum... the other thread is here and can be deleted: https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...re-anyone.html

 

Both the wheel lugs and axle shaft bolts can be tourqued in the air, only thing is it's hard to prevent the wheel from spinning so by putting it on the ground makes life easier.

Link doesnt work btw