QU95037 1/2″ SAE Fine Thread Class C All Metal Lock Nut

QU95037 USA Made 1/2″ SAE Fine Thread Class C Grade 8 Lock Nut for Front Spindle and Universal Applications is a high quality, American Made, all-metal, high-strength, prevailing torque type locknut most commonly used to secure the front axle spindle to the steering knuckle on 1970’s to 1990’s Chevy, Dodge, GMC heavy-duty 4×4 vehicles with open knuckle Dana 60 front axles and serviceable wheel bearings. It can also be used on many other automotive and conventional applications with 1/2-20 thread per inch SAE bolts or studs. Use with 3/4″ wrench. Height of nut is approximately 7/16″.

Note: QU95037 is the current production replacement for 1972-1993 Dodge truck Shock Mount Studs. It is the same thread, hex size, strength class, and locking type, but it will be about 1/16″ of an inch shorter (7/16″ compared to the original 1/2″)

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Specifications
Matching Parts
Applications

Tech Note 1: Specifications
Our QU95037 heat treated, lot certified, USA made, Class C Locknuts have 150,000 psi minimum proof strength and are designed to be used with matching Grade 8 fasteners. Rockwell Hardness is C26-34. This type of nut resists loosening even when subjected to severe vibration. Plated for corrosion resistance. Meets IFI, ANSI, MS51934, NAS 1021, MIL-N-25027B, ASTM F606, E18 & IFI-107 specifications. Not recommended for use over 450° F (232° C).

Tech Note 2: Matching Parts
Exploded View XV1001 1975-1989 Dodge Dana 60/61 Front Axle
Exploded View XV1006 1977-1991 Chevy & GMC Dana 60 Front Axle 
Exploded View XV1004 1990-1993 Dodge W250, W350 Dana 60/61 Front Axle

Applications
Front Axle Spindles on Chevy, Dodge, and GMC Heavy-Duty 4×4 Vehicles with Open Knuckle Dana 60 Front Axle and Serviceable Wheel Bearings from the 1970’s to the 1990’s
Can be used on many automotive and conventional applications with 1/2-20 thread per inch SAE bolts or studs.