Best torque wrench....
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Best torque wrench....
at a reasonable price? Being kinda new here, I get the impression that proper torquing (sp) is pretty important, especially with the engine. Any recommendations, folks?
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Re: Best torque wrench.... (98BlackMagic)
I have used Snap-On torque wrenches for years. I have had them tested after a few years of professional use and they are still accurate. However, they are pretty expensive. They are not a good buy if you are only going to use them a couple of times since they are very expensive. You will be better off if you can find someone that will loan you one. Stay away from the flex type. I typically use a 3/8" drive wrench for values less than 50 lbs and a 1/2" wrench for higher values.
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Re: Best torque wrench.... (enloe)
I have used Snap-On torque wrenches for years. I have had them tested after a few years of professional use and they are still accurate. However, they are pretty expensive. They are not a good buy if you are only going to use them a couple of times since they are very expensive. You will be better off if you can find someone that will loan you one. Stay away from the flex type. I typically use a 3/8" drive wrench for values less than 50 lbs and a 1/2" wrench for higher values.
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Re: Best torque wrench.... (98BlackMagic)
I personally have two of the Sear's brand. Torque wrenches from Sears have a stated 90 day warranty. I saw Husky brand torque wrenches (Home Depot) and they are guaranteed for life.
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Re: Best torque wrench.... (98BlackMagic)
at a reasonable price? Being kinda new here, I get the impression that proper torquing (sp) is pretty important, especially with the engine. Any recommendations, folks?
Thanks and :cheers:
Thanks and :cheers:
I bought it just for wheel lugs but was surprised to see it was quite accurate when compared to the shop's Snap On that had just been checked. They also have a 3/8 drive. Just make sure you don't leave the spring compressed when you are not using it.
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Re: Best torque wrench.... (98BlackMagic)
Generally I really like Craftsman tools but their torque wrenches leave alot to be desired. The black rubber handle with the integrated viewing window slides up and down on the torque wrench... and can be VERY misleading depending on the position of the viewing window. I have this problem on BOTH my 3/8 and 1/2 drive torque wrenches from Sears. I consider them junk. I have used Snap On torque wrenches at the shop and with their design they are easy to set and use. Expensive? Yes... but I look at it this way. If you are doing and important project like,say, an intake manifold, heads/cam, or headers... the accuracy of the tool is critical. Just my $.02 :)
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Re: Best torque wrench.... (Richin Chicago)
http://www.northerntool.com/cgi-bin/...3&prmenbr=6970
I bought it just for wheel lugs but was surprised to see it was quite accurate when compared to the shop's Snap On that had just been checked. They also have a 3/8 drive. Just make sure you don't leave the spring compressed when you are not using it.
I bought it just for wheel lugs but was surprised to see it was quite accurate when compared to the shop's Snap On that had just been checked. They also have a 3/8 drive. Just make sure you don't leave the spring compressed when you are not using it.
