1971 Jaguar E-type 2+2: Where do I find wheel information?

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I'm going to do some steering/suspension work on an E-type; a four-wheel alignment and a tune and balance for its 72-spoke wheels. The problem is the wheels are chrome knockoffs, and I can't find any information on how to properly re-torque them when I get them back on the car.

I have the Jaguar factory service manual, but it says nothing beyond "remove road wheels" for any procedure. According to the manual, the torque spec for the wheels is 50-60 lbs.ft., but from what I've read on various forums, I'm having a hard time believing it.

Can some of you British car lovers help me out?

fun_n_thasun · Accepted Answer

Check out http://www.jag-lovers.org/ They have a wealth of information about Jags. There is a complete section devoted solely to your model. There is also a forum where you can post your question not to mention a live chat room. Good luck and enjoy that Jag!

Scottishborn1 · Answer

As with any knockoff wheels, you put the wheel on, spin on the nut and with the brass hammer supplied in the trunk, you give it some taps until it is tight. They are threaded left and right so make sure you put them on the right side. Toward vehicle motion. The reason I say about making them tight.....you will never get a torque wrench that fits that triangle knockoff.

swissnick · Answer

I don't know, but best would be to contact an owners' club.

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1971 Jaguar E-type 2+2: Where do I find wheel information?

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