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Torque wrenches

Discussion in 'Technical Chat' started by Bennoclarke, Jan 25, 2016.

  1. Oct 22, 2021 at 4:29 PM
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    manfred twd

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    thanks for the replies , I found the one I wanted not far from my house and started the order but shipping was about $7 and I go there every week or so. Ill just hope it's still there when I go
     
  2. Oct 24, 2021 at 11:51 PM
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    ‘ needle gauge ‘ wrenches are the most accurate..................also the most fragile

    can be returned on a regular basis to be recalibrated

    ‘ needle gauge ‘ the ONLY way to fly with inch pounds !!

    ‘ clickers ‘ offer a false sense o security

    can be out both ways yet NO Way to tell...............can also be recalibrated

    yet to KNOW NOT When !!

    ‘ bar ‘ type are good for rough work whereby a few pounds over might NOT strip a bolt

    ALL should be protected in a case not wallowing /floating around a tool chest

    i have ALL 3 & only take 1 out when neccesary & Replace immediately after use !!
     
  3. Oct 27, 2021 at 8:43 PM
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    I have and recommend the 20-100 ft-lb version: https://www.amazon.com/Precision-In...rench-Torque/dp/B000YOX568?pd_rd_i=B000YOX568

    Of all my torque wrenches, I reach for this one the most. I've thought about getting its bigger brother, but I rarely need to torque anything over 100 ft-lbs.

    The nice thing about the split beam torque wrenches is that you don't have to zero them out after every use. I just put it back in my tool box and set it to whatever I'm working on when I need it again.

    I trusted it enough to install this in one of my other vehicles:

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    Not that it is an indicator of quality, but I abuse the living hell out of that clutch at the drag strip, so you better believe I pay very close attention to all torque specs when installing it, which I've done twice now (long story).
     
  4. Jan 6, 2022 at 8:35 PM
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    Any recommendations for a shorter handle 1/4" or 3/8" torque wrench for tighter access DIY such as spark lugs, oil change, etc? Important factor is not to be terribly expensive.

    Klutch (Northern Tool) has a 3/8" 5-80 ft-lb unit at 14" long...

    https://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200621084_200621084

    I have an 18" 1/2" 10-150 ft-lb Pittsburgh Pro that I carry in the truck for lug nuts.
     
  5. Jan 6, 2022 at 8:53 PM
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    I have a few. I got this dewalt that I got for pretty cheap. I was inspired even more when i saw project farm do a torque wrench video and the Dewalt did pretty good. I used a torque meter to 83 ft lbs last I time I did wheels and tires, and it was right in there.

    i also have a tekton in 3/8s (non split beam) that I’ve used for a while. It’s been good enough for the weekend.

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  6. Jan 6, 2022 at 9:18 PM
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    For smaller stuff I have a CDI 30-250 in/lb in a 3/8 drive. It gets a lot of use. The 10-100 gets less and the 30-250 gets the most. Longer for easier use than the 10-100.

    They’re all CDI.
     
  7. Jan 6, 2022 at 9:23 PM
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    I have a craftsman lb/ft and another lb/in wrench. I figured out how to calibrate them on my own. They are not the quality NASA would use but work very well. They hold the calibration.

    IMPORTANT: always back them back to the lowest setting before storage. It keeps the measurement spring accurate.
     
  8. Jan 6, 2022 at 9:39 PM
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    I'll wager thay had one that went to 216 in/lbs
     
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    I like the Armstrong 64-064N, you can get it on eBay for a very good price.
     
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  10. Jan 16, 2022 at 11:10 AM
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    I personally use SK Torque Wrenches. They are not cheap, however they are produced in the same factory as the Snap On ones at a fraction of the price. They come with a calibration sheet, and it's easy to send them off to get re-calibrated if necessary.

    I also have cheapo Taiwan Torque Wrenches, and there is consistently a 10%+ difference (especially at the loosest setting) with the SK ones. 10% isn't that dramatic when you're talking 100+ ft-lbs, however it does matter with smaller bolts (especially on motorcycles).
     
  11. Jan 28, 2022 at 9:58 PM
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    I live 8 blocks away from Snap-On headquarters. If I wrenched for a living I would own one. Can’t justify $$$$ as a “hobbyist”.

    Almost bought a CDI but couldn’t get my hands on the one I wanted during pandemic.

    Bought a Precision Instruments. Come to find out they aren’t too far away in Illinois. So far so good, checked accuracy and it’s within spec.

    Have some old HF and Crapsman bought when I was young and poor. Don’t trust them and only use when clearance is an issue because they have super short handles. More calibrated than my hand/brain torque meter, better than nothing in a pinch.

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