R-pod Owners Forum : Lug Nut Wrench

R-pod Owners Forum : Lug Nut Wrench https://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Wish List : Lug Nut Wrench Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Thu, 28 May 2026 14:58:46 +0000 Tue, 04 Sep 2018 16:46:17 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 https://www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=12098 R-pod Owners Forum https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.rpod-owners.com/ Lug Nut Wrench : Harbor Freight is your friend... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114625#114625 Author: DavMar
Subject: 12098
Posted: 04 Sep 2018 at 4:46pm

Harbor Freight is your friend here. If you ever had to break the torque off a 100 pd lug nut you'll be glad your bought a cheap four way lug wrench from them. Or better go buy a cheap breaker bar and torque wrench from them and while your at it get a cheap 3 ton bottle jack. Then go shop around at your local FLAP (friendly neighborhood auto parts) store for a cheap short extension and appropriate deep well socket, unless you can somehow find these cheaper at HF. You now have the perfect tire changing kit!]]> Tue, 04 Sep 2018 16:46:17 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114625#114625 Lug Nut Wrench : Let me know how that works on... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114204#114204 Author: mcarter
Subject: 12098
Posted: 24 Aug 2018 at 5:09pm

Let me know how that works on a 100 lb torque. You must be young:)]]> Fri, 24 Aug 2018 17:09:59 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114204#114204 Lug Nut Wrench : I stopped at Harbor Freight today... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114199#114199 Author: Ben Herman
Subject: 12098
Posted: 24 Aug 2018 at 4:56pm

I stopped at Harbor Freight today and picked up a folding 4 way lug wrench; easy to pack and good to have in case. Not the quality of tool that I'd use all day/every day in a shop but perfectly adequate to live in my Pod toolkit and (hopefully) never get used. $10.99.

https://www.harborfreight.com/14-inch-stowable-four-way-lug-wrench-95932.html

]]> Fri, 24 Aug 2018 16:56:49 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114199#114199 Lug Nut Wrench : +1 to SH. Spot on. https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114188#114188 Author: mcarter
Subject: 12098
Posted: 24 Aug 2018 at 3:47pm

+1 to SH. Spot on.]]> Fri, 24 Aug 2018 15:47:59 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114188#114188 Lug Nut Wrench : You may be correct but they are... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114157#114157 Author: wooleeman
Subject: 12098
Posted: 24 Aug 2018 at 9:06am

You may be correct but they are designed to torque in both directions. So setting it higher shouldn’t hurt it if you don’t reach the set torque.]]> Fri, 24 Aug 2018 09:06:27 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114157#114157 Lug Nut Wrench : My understanding is that if you... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114155#114155 Author: StephenH
Subject: 12098
Posted: 24 Aug 2018 at 8:45am

My understanding is that if you are using a torque wrench to remove tight lug nuts, you run the risk of damaging the cogs inside and getting it out of calibration. A breaker bar is much better for this purpose since it does not need to be calibrated. Tightening a torque wrench to above the stated torque would not necessarily prevent getting it out of calibration.]]> Fri, 24 Aug 2018 08:45:16 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114155#114155 Lug Nut Wrench : Originally posted by coopercdrkey I... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114148#114148 Author: wooleeman
Subject: 12098
Posted: 24 Aug 2018 at 5:02am

Originally posted by coopercdrkey

I have a torque wrench and a deep socket that works well for tightening the lugs to spec. Is it OK to use it to remove the lug nuts as well, or am I likely to damage the wrench?

(Answering my own question)- Most articles on the topic indicate that if a nut (bolt) will not loosen with the maximum torque setting another tool should be used to avoid damage to the wrench.

I’m not sure if using the torque wrench to remove lugs would damage it but if you use it, set the torque well above the specified torque (100) lbs. I can’t see how it could hurt it if you set it at lets say 150. ]]> Fri, 24 Aug 2018 05:02:43 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114148#114148 Lug Nut Wrench : Thank you marwayne!! https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114144#114144 Author: Dave & Donna
Subject: 12098
Posted: 23 Aug 2018 at 9:00pm

Thank you marwayne!!]]> Thu, 23 Aug 2018 21:00:51 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114144#114144 Lug Nut Wrench : GreetingsThe lugs are 3/4 inch.... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114141#114141 Author: crankster78
Subject: 12098
Posted: 23 Aug 2018 at 5:31pm

Greetings

The lugs are 3/4 inch. buy a deep inpact socket and a long 1/2 inch drive handle. A small floor jack is what I pack along. A torque wrench is a good idea to have {1/2 inch drive) 90 to 100 pounds of torque. Check the torque after a couple of 100 miles

]]> Thu, 23 Aug 2018 17:31:26 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114141#114141 Lug Nut Wrench : coppercdrkey, I don't use... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114135#114135 Author: mcarter
Subject: 12098
Posted: 23 Aug 2018 at 3:56pm

coppercdrkey,

I don't use my torque wrench to loosen anything, I have a 24" breaker bar I use to loosen nuts and bolts. It's reversible and after tightening with it, I torque. I also have a DeWalt battery operated impact wrench, that I found tightens to about 90 Flbs.]]> Thu, 23 Aug 2018 15:56:31 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114135#114135 Lug Nut Wrench : I grabbed a 4 way cross from Harbor... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114129#114129 Author: Ghosthawk
Subject: 12098
Posted: 23 Aug 2018 at 5:54am

I grabbed a 4 way cross from Harbor Freight before I picked up our 189 R-pod. Just cause. TV will also have a 2.5 ton floor jack and some planks. Just in case.

In some situations it may be as easy to jack up the pod to level as it would be to back over blocks to do the same thing. Have one of those nice Anderson Levelers waiting to be used.

Good to have options.

]]> Thu, 23 Aug 2018 05:54:07 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114129#114129 Lug Nut Wrench : I have a torque wrench and... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114127#114127 Author: coopercdrkey
Subject: 12098
Posted: 23 Aug 2018 at 4:57am

I have a torque wrench and a deep socket that works well for tightening the lugs to spec. Is it OK to use it to remove the lug nuts as well, or am I likely to damage the wrench?

(Answering my own question)- Most articles on the topic indicate that if a nut (bolt) will not loosen with the maximum torque setting another tool should be used to avoid damage to the wrench.

]]> Thu, 23 Aug 2018 04:57:07 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114127#114127 Lug Nut Wrench : 100 pounds for lug nuts https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114123#114123 Author: marwayne
Subject: 12098
Posted: 22 Aug 2018 at 10:15pm

100 pounds for lug nuts

]]> Wed, 22 Aug 2018 22:15:10 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114123#114123 Lug Nut Wrench : When using the torque wrench,... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114118#114118 Author: Dave & Donna
Subject: 12098
Posted: 22 Aug 2018 at 9:11pm

When using the torque wrench, what would be the suggested ft lb to set it at? Thanks]]> Wed, 22 Aug 2018 21:11:44 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114118#114118 Lug Nut Wrench : I sure didn't get one. Now... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114100#114100 Author: mcarter
Subject: 12098
Posted: 22 Aug 2018 at 4:22pm

I sure didn't get one. Now days with these torque specs you need an extension, sockets and a torque wrench, if I did get a lug wrench I wouldn't use it.]]> Wed, 22 Aug 2018 16:22:05 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114100#114100 Lug Nut Wrench : Maybe the lug nut wrench is dealer... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114089#114089 Author: GlueGuy
Subject: 12098
Posted: 22 Aug 2018 at 1:45pm

Maybe the lug nut wrench is dealer supplied? Ours came with one, but I added a torque wrench to our toolkit & use a socket now.]]> Wed, 22 Aug 2018 13:45:26 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114089#114089 Lug Nut Wrench : #1 to what Mike said.I would also... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114086#114086 Author: fwunder
Subject: 12098
Posted: 22 Aug 2018 at 12:11pm

#1 to what Mike said.

I would also suggest you invest in a torque wrench. Yes, wheels have been know to fly off without properly torqued lug nuts. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00C5ZL0RU/

I would also suggest a low profile jack. Once your tire is flat, there is not much room under to place a jack. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BG6IJA0/

fred

]]> Wed, 22 Aug 2018 12:11:17 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114086#114086 Lug Nut Wrench : I carry all the tools I need with... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114083#114083 Author: mcarter
Subject: 12098
Posted: 22 Aug 2018 at 11:50am

I carry all the tools I need with me. FR doesn't give you a jack either, but you need one. Best to make a tool kit.]]> Wed, 22 Aug 2018 11:50:01 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114083#114083 Lug Nut Wrench : While self lubing my 179 wheels... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12098&PID=114080#114080 Author: Marchhall
Subject: 12098
Posted: 22 Aug 2018 at 11:45am

While self lubing my 179 wheels in my driveway, I happened to pull my TV lug wrench out just ensure it will fit if I get a blowout. Glad I checked, as it does not fit and there does not seem to be a lug wrench anywhere in the rPod. Wouldn't it be nice if the dealer or FR advised you will need to buy your own lug wrench when you first buy this RV? How irresponsible, and fortunately I have not yet needed one, but now grabbed the 4 sized cross lug wrench collecting dust in my garage. It is stored now in storage bin.

How on earth does FR suggest you fix a flat when you don't provide the tool to do so?

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