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Old Mar 5, 2004 | 07:49 PM
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Torque Specifications

I have searched with very limited success - both here and in the Misc. Forum (Wheels, tires, etc.). I would like to know what the torque specs are for the wheels on the following truck:

'04 150
FX4
SCrew
18" Wheel Package

I called the dealership and they gave me specs for 12 and 14MM bolts... but this must be length and not nut size?

This is the first time I have ever owned a truck let alone an American vehicle - I have always purchased German. With that aside I was quite surprised to hear service for Ford talking in MM... I was expecting standard measurements - Go figure.

Yesterday I had the stock tires flipped so the blackwalls are now facing out and I want to make sure my wheels were torqued to the correct specs. I appreciate anyone's help on the matter and I will continue to search for my answer.

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Old Mar 6, 2004 | 12:40 AM
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12mm or 14mm is the lug dia/thread size. Some of the new trucks have metric lug patterns, so it wouldn't surprise me if they have metric lugs as well. Sorry I can't help you on the torque spec.
 
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Old Mar 6, 2004 | 02:56 AM
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If there stock lugs they should say on them what to torque them to. I know 250s is 150 ft lbs. I can remember if yours are 125ft lbs or not.....
 
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Old Mar 6, 2004 | 05:10 AM
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Thanks for the info. That helps somewhat. I am really surprised I cannot find this information readily available. I guess I may just have to brake down and pick up a manual.
 
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Old Mar 6, 2004 | 04:35 PM
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Fitty, check out the post in the new F150 forum.
 
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Old Mar 6, 2004 | 06:29 PM
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Originally posted by ctfordguy
Fitty, check out the post in the new F150 forum.
Got it.... Thanks!
 
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Old Mar 8, 2004 | 07:00 AM
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I believe specs on the F-150 are 85-115ft/lb. I work at a tire shop so I deal w/ these trucks off and on. I always torque them to 100.
 
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Old Mar 8, 2004 | 09:37 AM
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General rule of thumb for lug nuts on Fords:

1/2 = 100 pounds

9/16 = 150 pounds (F-250/F-350)

9/16+ or F-350 DRW, F-450, F-500 = 200+ pounds

Pretty much holds the same unless you are dealing with the 1999-2000 Expedition that had the recall on the aluminum rims and requires 120?
 
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