Lug Nut Torque

[Max]

I usually go 100 or so on a 1/2 ton, 14mm is solid up to damn near 200 but I'd never torque mine past 120 or so especially on aftermarket wheels.

 

[rdtahoe]

I've googled this and found answers from 70 to 140. Can someone tell me the proper torque for lug nuts. I'm guessing between 75 & 80? 140 is too much.

See below, from Owners Manual for a 2000 Tahoe. Should be the same as your specs.

Capacities and Specifications
Please refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index for more information. See refrigerant charge label under the hood for charge capacity information and requirements.
Engine Type VIN Code Spark Plug Gap VORTEC 4800 V8 V 0.060 inches (1.52 mm) VORTEC 5300 V8 T 0.060 inches (1.52 mm) VORTEC 6000 V8 U 0.060 inches (1.52 mm)
Wheels and Tires
Model Description Torque C/K 1500 6 bolts (14 mm)
140 lb -ft (190 N·m) C/K 2500 8 bolts (14 mm)
140 lb -ft (190 N·m) Tire Pressure See the Certification/Tire label on the rear edge of the driver’s door,
or the incomplete vehicle document in the cab.

 

[WickedGoat]

It is 140 ft lbs, stock or aftermarket wheels. We use torque sticks on our impact guns to make sure that it doesn't over tighten them. Then we set a toque wrench to 140 and final tighten them. Make sure that you also tighten them in the correct sequence.

 

[BlizzardX23]

I have aftermarket rims...I just used an impact gun to torque them on...twice in the last two days...front and back...no measurements...no damage... give me a break...its NOT that big of a deal...seriously

I've NEVER had an issue with ANY of my vehicles... (Denali, LIFTED Ranger, Nissan Stanza)..I've always done it by hand without measuring tools...I JUMP my vehicles, Race them, Slide them sideways...just dont leave them finger tight..lol...