You shouldn't have to re-torque them. I have had 16" aluminum centerlines on my Ranger for quite some time and have never had to re-torque them. Really, I've never had to re-torque a lug nut because it's come loose before. I just keep the threads lightly greased and tighten them to 110 ft/lbs and it's never been an issue. Something funny is going on there IMO.
Pete
both my dad and two dependable mechanics i know said re-torque after 150k. (and the tire shop guy i talked to said with aluminum wheels they ask you to come back and have them re torqued for free.) i however put 1000k on the weekend i installed em. i put in new studs, re torqued the other side (2 nuts were not very tight.) i also changed the front wheels out for steel ones(the mags i use in summer) while i look for another aluminum wheel to match mine. i usually torque em as tight as the impact can turn em, and its never been a problem until now. the wheel looks alright but my dad insists i replace it. its kinda corroded anyways.
hopefully no more adventures anytime soon.
dr83:
i was goin about 55k. i was turning and got a little sideways

it kinda wrecked my fender.
i can get a patch panel for cheap but i dont have any money, and this stupid exploder wont sell. i think something may be wrong with it. dunno.
o ya and when my wheel flew off it rolled across the road and almost hit a van, then rolled voer 200 yards. dunno how it friggin got goin so fast
anyway.
my e brake needs tightening anyone know how its done?
o and dr83, my trucks been to 6 grand on several occasions, and runs strong. its by far the most powerful 2.9 i've seen. i'd be impressed to see a 2.9 run 5 grand without goin BANG. plus mines been overheated at least twice and still no head /gaskets
bring it. ps i'd be surprised if your tk tranny still works, things been sittin around for quite a while eh? still no sas huh. lol as if i can talk. dammit i should shut up
or as my great grandpa used to say "its better to let people think your stupid then to open your mouth and prove it"
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