Correct wheel nut torque?

[racingfreak]

I'm doing my first hillclimb in the GTI this weekend and putting a set of semi's on for the occasion

Anyone know what the correct torque spec is for our wheels? 18" Detroits (Think they call the monzas over there by you guys)

[Rhyso]

Should be in your handbook but I believe its approx 110-120Nm 

[racingfreak]

Geez...and normally I read the manual first and ask questions later :embarassed:

Thanks

[Keithuk]

I don't have my handbook in front of me at the moment but Autodata say

120Nm - 88 lbs/ft

Do NOT lubricate bolts.
Lightly coat mating surfaces between wheel centre hole and hub (use spray wax).

[dave7268]

120Nm it is as per the manual 

[Jimble]

Whereabouts in the manual is it? I've had a quick scan but couldn't see it.

[jkp]

Why not lightly lube the bolts?

Does a 'wet' bolt really make that much difference?

[Phil1980]

Why not lightly lube the bolts?

Does a 'wet' bolt really make that much difference?

If it is lubricated you could be over tightening the nut.

[jkp]

I understand that, but had way too many seized bolts over the years, less is more and just enough to ensure they dont grip. Being 'slightly' over does not concern me, but being able to change a wheel easily on a dark country lane when it's pouring with rain at 1am does.

[Keithuk]

Why not lightly lube the bolts?

Does a 'wet' bolt really make that much difference?

If it is lubricated you could be over tightening the nut.

Not if you use a torque wrench.

Don't worry I copper slip my wheel bolts though your not surposed to copper slip the wheel centres to stop them sticking to the hub as this will be a chemical reaction over time.