Is bolt tightening torque to be reduced for lubed threads & underhead areas vs. dry?
Yes. How much?
A chart is attached which gives some guidance. As a general matter, a reduction of ~25% seems to be a satisfactory rule of thumb.
For MB 12mm wheel bolts with a dry thread torque range of 80-100 lb-ft., a lubed range of 60-75 lb-ft. would be appropriate.
The remainder of the chart can be viewed via google>Repair Engineering.
Last edited by Frank Reiner; 12-31-2018 at 04:42 PM.
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