This story appears in the Nov. 3 print edition of Transport Topics. Maintaining proper wheel torque requires a lot more than simply clamping down on lug nuts. Clean mounting surfaces and adequate ...

Most people think tightening wheels after fixing a flat tire is simple — grab a wrench, lean on it until your shoulder pops (ouch!), and call it a day. But wheel torque isn't just about brute force -– ...

It found that when wheel system components were in good shape and well-maintained, the proper installation procedures were followed and the proper amount of torque was applied during installation, any ...

Wheel fasteners that feel rock solid in the service bay can quietly loosen once you are back at highway speed, which is why many technicians urge drivers to have their wheels re-torqued about 100 ...

Proper fastener torque is essential to a successful wheel-end program. Follow proper and documented installation procedures and then verify with a post-installation torque check. Do truck operators ...

The torque wrench is one of the most important tools for equipment maintenance and reliability when securing critical parts to exact tolerances with zero margin for ...