New Wheel Bolt torque

[thstone]

...he says the new wheel bolts are being torqued of 118ftlbs/160nm on the new cars...

The 987 models have the same torque spec as the 986 (96 ft-lbs).

Not sure what "new" bolts or "new" cars the mechanic referenced. I'd call the dealer and ask for more specifics.

[SpikeJr]

Originally Posted by thstone

...he says the new wheel bolts are being torqued of 118ftlbs/160nm on the new cars...

The 987 models have the same torque spec as the 986 (96 ft-lbs).

Not sure what "new" bolts or "new" cars the mechanic referenced. I'd call the dealer and ask for more specifics.

Well, called the dealer back and spoke to the parts counter to reference the owner's manual. He didn't have a 2012 Boxster manual handy, but had the 2012 Cayman / 911. Both of those manuals now indicate 118 ft-lbs/160nm in the OM. Spoke again w/ the mechanic and said the new wheel bolts require the higher torque value, and said older hubs would handle the torque...but the parts counter doesn't show the new black wheel bolts as being a fitment option for older 986/987 so that's why I'm wondering if the hub can handle the higher torque...