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Technical Rear axle nut torque specs 1936 Olds

Discussion in 'Traditional Hot Rods' started by tstellhorn, Oct 3, 2016.

  1. tstellhorn
    Joined: Dec 20, 2007
    Posts: 187

    tstellhorn
    Member

    Hello -

    I'm working on the breaks for my 36 Olds. The wheel hub is held to the tapered axle with a single nut. What should that nut be torqued at?

    Todd
     
  2. panheadguy
    Joined: Jan 8, 2005
    Posts: 1,091

    panheadguy
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    from S.E. WI

    They need to be real tight. Look at a chart to see torque recommendations based on thread diameter and pitch.
     

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