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Most likely, when they were installed last, they were over-torqued. Another possibility could be excessive rust on the wheel studs.
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What would cause all 5 lug nut studs to break?
Most likely they are cross threaded because of the wrong thread pitch on the lug nuts. But could just be over torqued.
What is the best hand tool to use to tighten lug nuts?
There are a couple of different tools that are good for tightening lug nuts. A torque wrench and a lug wrench are good for tightening lug nuts. Typically lug nuts would be tightened with a torque wrench, but a lug wrench is much cheaper.
What would cause rear tire to come off on Chevy 4x4?
Loose or broken lug nuts. If the lug nut were installed in reverse they will also come off.
Are locking lug nuts as strong as lug nuts?
Locking lug nuts are just as strong as standard lug nuts, just as long as they are correctly installed with the proper locking lug nut key wrench.
What problems can cause front wheel fall off car?
Could be,Wheel bearing failure,Lug nuts not tightened properly,Lug nuts over tightened,Incorrect wheel for that vehicle,Ball joint failure,
What do you torque the lug nuts to on a cat backhoe 426c?
The torque for the lug nuts on a cat backhoe 426c depend on what size the lug nuts are; for 1/2 lug nuts the torque should be around 80; for 9/16 lug nuts the torque should be around 140.
How many lug nuts on a standard wheel?
5 lug nuts on
How many lug nuts on a 98 crown Victoria?
5 lug nuts ...
How do you change lug nuts on camry 2000?
Remove old lug nuts replace with new one. I recommend buying lug nuts from toyota dealers. OEM lug nuts last longer than aftermarket.
How do you remove a Lexus SC wheel?
That car may have locking lug nuts if they are the factory originals. You would need the "key" for the lug nuts in order to remove them.
How many lug-nuts are on a 99 ford Taurus?
5 lug nuts per wheel, so there are a total of 20 lug nuts on a Taurus - Sable.
How many lug nuts are on one tire on a Mazda tribute?
There are five lug nuts on one per tire, equalling 20 total lug nuts
