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Time to replace old torque wrench

Discussion in 'Technical Chat' started by Failure2Comply, Dec 23, 2012.

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  1. Dec 23, 2012 at 3:41 PM
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    So it sounds like the in my price range the Craftsman is the way to go.
     
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  2. Dec 23, 2012 at 3:49 PM
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    And if he needs it, he can always add a 50-250 later on.

    But a 10-75 and 20-150 are going to satisfy his needs on the Taco until he can save a few bucks to broaden the collection.

    I'm not a fan of the wide-range like a 20-250... I just don't trust the calibration over that span in "consumer grade" tools.
     
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  3. Dec 23, 2012 at 3:50 PM
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    X2. If you need more than 150 ft-lb (for things like front driveshaft hub nut), use a larger size torque wrench.
     
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  4. Dec 23, 2012 at 3:51 PM
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    like a 3/4? would the up to 250 wrenches be used on heavy equipment like dozers?
     
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  5. Dec 23, 2012 at 3:53 PM
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    And as rare as those needs are, it's more economical to rent one from Autozone or Kragen/O'Reilly/Checker than to buy one.
    Many stores are doing free tool loans now.
     
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  6. Dec 23, 2012 at 3:55 PM
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    3/4" and 1" would be getting into heavy equipment.
    I've never had a need for anything over 1/2" on a car or pickup.
     
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  7. Dec 23, 2012 at 4:02 PM
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    3/4" drive is not necessary. By larger size, I meant a longer handle to avoid straining yourself.
     
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  8. Dec 23, 2012 at 4:26 PM
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    Well it looks a trip to Sears is in my future tomorrow, thanks guys!
    John
     
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  9. Dec 23, 2012 at 4:27 PM
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  10. Dec 23, 2012 at 4:27 PM
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    Noes a good time. Both the 1/2" and 3/8" were on sale for 49.99 yesterday when I was there. You could get both for a hundred bucks.
     
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  11. Dec 23, 2012 at 4:31 PM
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  12. Dec 23, 2012 at 4:53 PM
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    They do offer these two models, any suggestions?

    http://www.sears.com/craftsman-micr...p-00931425000P?prdNo=2&blockNo=2&blockType=G2

    or

    http://www.sears.com/craftsman-micr...0944595000P?prdNo=10&blockNo=10&blockType=G10
     
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  13. Dec 23, 2012 at 4:57 PM
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    Either one.
    2nd one is on sale for only a couple of bucks more, I'd get that one.
     
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  14. Dec 23, 2012 at 5:45 PM
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    Sounds like a plan, thanks.
     
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  15. Dec 24, 2012 at 10:34 AM
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    Is this the type you use on the 15ft.lbs for spark plugs? Have changed them twice now without a T wrench, figure on the next change I will try one out. So far I have had good luck with finger tight then 1/4-1/2 turn more, done! But I also change out a TON of plugs on chainsaws during the summer, and know never to overtighten them.
     
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  16. Dec 24, 2012 at 11:17 AM
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    Well I made the trip to Sears and they only had the first one that I previously listed, said the second one was being discontinued. And it was on sale for $10.00 off which helps. So I was forced to also get a little bit bigger plastic tool box for the truck so the torque wrench would fit, which was also on sale a little bit. :D

    Thanks for everyone's help, Merry Christmas.

    http://www.sears.com/craftsman-micr...p-00931425000P?prdNo=2&blockNo=2&blockType=G2

    and this tool box.

    http://www.sears.com/craftsman-26-i...0959326000P?prdNo=13&blockNo=13&blockType=G13

    Down the road I will add this one to the box.

    http://www.sears.com/craftsman-micr...p-00931424000P?prdNo=5&blockNo=5&blockType=G5
     
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  17. Dec 24, 2012 at 11:19 AM
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    I think this one is more in line with the task.

    http://www.sears.com/craftsman-micr...p-00931424000P?prdNo=5&blockNo=5&blockType=G5
     
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  18. Dec 24, 2012 at 11:50 AM
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    Yup! ^^^ thats the one I use for plugs.
     
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  19. Dec 24, 2012 at 3:12 PM
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    For spark plugs, I use a 10-75 ft/lb 3/8" clicker.
     
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  20. Dec 26, 2012 at 7:14 AM
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    I use the gear wrench brand torque wrenches and have never had any issues out of them. I work at a power plant, so after buying the first one I took it in to our cal lab to see how good it was calibrated out of the box. It was within 3% in it's intended usable range, so I bought a couple more to cover all of the ranges that I regularly use.

    EDIT: They are all micrometer type torque wrenches. 1/4" drive 30-200 in/lbf, 3/8" drive 10-100 ft/lbf and a 1/2" drive 25-250 ft/lbf.
     
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