torque wrenches

[mallards]

whats the proper way to store torque wrenches?

Ben

 

[vlad]

Depends on the torque wrench! I have Snap-On clickable type that you screw in the handle at the bottom to increase the torque setting. These should be backed down to the lowest setting shown on the wrench then put away.

 

[Pink_Floyd]

I've got one of the old fashoned ones with the pointer that just moves with the wrench and i never kept it anywhere special. I also just got a nice digital one but I just keep it in the box it came in, nothing special either :-/

 

[mallards]

Depends on the torque wrench! I have Snap-On clickable type that you screw in the handle at the bottom to increase the torque setting. These should be backed down to the lowest setting shown on the wrench then put away.

yea i finally found the manual and it says to put it on 0 and lock down

Ben

 

[wileycoyote]

I need to buy a torque wrench, but they are so expensive! Any recomendations for a reasonably priced one. Mostly just need it to properly torque wheel lugs, and the occasional brake job.

 

[xLibelle]

i just got a three piece set, clickable (half inch, 3/8, and hex, screwdriver style). came in a padded briefcase.
but i will check that they are at 0.

 

[vlad]

wiley, I purchased my last Snap-On from some one on ebay. Good price, and as far as I can tell, brand new. You will just need to fully read the listings and try to weed out the rip offs.

I'm been trading on ebay for about 6 years now and have a pretty good feel of what's real versus the scams. I can try to help you find one if you like.

 

[xLibelle]

what, is your avatar a pic of you reading about torque wrench scams on ebay?

 

[wileycoyote]

Do I want a click type, or the old spring bar type? Seems click type would be a lot better, but I see they are generally double the price or more.

 

[vlad]

what, is your avatar a pic of you reading about torque wrench scams on ebay?

Nope, just a book on abnormal psychology! Opps! That's the same thing!

 

[mallards]

uhhhh ... harbor frieght has them for 17.99 - 19.99

those are the auto-dial click type

Ben

 

[vlad]

uhhhh ... harbor frieght has them for 17.99 - 19.99

those are the auto-dial click type

Ben

True, They're a great deal if you rarely use them, but I've seen several of those type torque wrenches screw up after 2-3 years. There's nothing worse than a tool that doesn't work right when you need it.