Wheel nut torque on new studs

[Malcolm Parker]

I would favour using nyloc nuts and nip them up by feel.  I use thick steel washers under the nuts and have never had any problems over twenty-odd years of motoring on mostly rural roads. Whilst discussing wheel nuts, mention should be made of the importance of ensuring that the wheels sit comfortably on the brake drums and dowels, especially if the wheels have been powder coated or repainted.  I check the wheel nuts before any long run in the car.  They only need tightening very infrequently, generally due to the steel washers having dished slightly.   You shouldn't have this problem with the fancy dished washers you racing chaps use!