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    Posted: 05 Apr 2015 at 12:11am
I have been using a lug nut wrench to check the lug nuts. A friend told me recently that a torque wrench was better ... less chance of breaking the lugs. If that is true, what torque force should be used?
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Thanks Marwayne,
I have owned a Forest River product for eight years or more --- both trailers had the same notice you kindly sent me.  The problem was that I thought a "lug" wrench was a "torque" wrench.  Showed my ignorance obviously.   
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Here's the torque specs from my owners manual, does anyone know what size wrench is used for lug nuts?
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Mine takes a 3/4" socket. You'll need to get a deep socket or extend it to get out far enough for the wrench handle.
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Terrific, I'll go get one and take a look. Thanks very much.
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