Hub nut torque

[Richard_374452958]

Can any one confirm hub nut torque for 1995 Alko euro axle ? I believe it is 214 ft lb.

 

[MikeyW]

Page 3 of this link seems to confirm it Richard.

http://www.al-ko.co.uk/Downloads/CaravanChassisBook.pdf
Assuming it's the same for 1995 axle.

Mike

 

[Jaydug]

That figure is correct. Also if you remove one, replace it with a new one. There are two sizes, 32mm and 36mm.

 

[Richard_374452958]

Thanks guys sorry mabout delay in replying but work took over. I did replace both one shot nuts with new ones although the old ones had 36mm nuts but the new ones had 32mm. Thread and overall outside diameter were the same . Thanks again Richard.

 

[allan873]

Can someone explain why you have to use a new hub nut costing

 

[Jaydug]

Because they are not round, they are slightly elliptical. They rely on this tightness not to come loose. Obviously once they are removed, they've lost the shape. Personally I think it's a rotten idea. A castellated nut with a split pin was much better.

 

[Jaydug]

The 32mm and 36mm hub nuts are meant for two different axles. There overall diameters are different as well. One is 50mm, the other 58mm. I'm sure Alko wouldn't go to the trouble of manufacturing two sizes if the one would do. I know it's a waste, but if I were you, I'd put the correct one on.