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01-28-2018, 03:22 PM | #11 |
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Re: torque wrench recommendation
I use the good ol' Craftsman beam torque wrench. It's accurate and easy to use. Even Chrysler suggests the use of a beam type torque wrench.
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Re: torque wrench recommendation
Years ago I used an S-K deflecting beam 1/2" torque with the pivot pin on the handle to keep the force in the exact position to get correct readings and today I still use a 50 year old 3/8" drive S-K beam torque wrench with a ball handle for setting up bearing pre-loads......
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01-28-2018, 06:50 PM | #13 |
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Re: torque wrench recommendation
Precision Instruments. I have several including the dial type which I use mostly.
http://torqwrench.com/ |
01-28-2018, 07:30 PM | #14 |
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Re: torque wrench recommendation
[QUOTE=SSGT Mustang;554658]Precision Instruments. I have several including the dial type which I use mostly.
http://torqwrench.com/[/QUOTEwere nice looking product. I am going to call them tomorrow. thanks |
01-28-2018, 10:05 PM | #15 |
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Re: torque wrench recommendation
CDI is one of the major torque wrench manufacturers and they make the torque wrenches for Snap-On.
http://www.cditorque.com/ Still, my preference for accuracy is my old Sears Craftsman Electronic Rotary Torque Meter that was discontinued many years ago. Had it checked many times for accuracy and right on spot. It measures ft/lbs, metric and torque angle. |
01-29-2018, 05:44 PM | #16 |
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Re: torque wrench recommendation
Ron, SnapOn has a calibration service . Last I remember it was around $75 .
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Re: torque wrench recommendation
[QUOTE=ron b;554664]
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01-30-2018, 06:50 PM | #18 |
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Re: torque wrench recommendation
Husky 27" 39104 available from Home Depot lifetime replacement. Haven't lost a cly head or ring gear yet.
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Re: torque wrench recommendation
I have a variety of both the click style and "Torq-o-meter" dial type, all Snap On. I've tried to have enough of various click style wrenches so I only ever need to use the middle 50% of one to get a job done. They don't work well at the extremes of the range.
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01-30-2018, 07:15 PM | #20 |
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Re: torque wrench recommendation
A torque wrench only measures friction.If you do not follow the specs for the bolts you are using(lube,washers,etc.) you will be far off even with the most accurate wrench.
With that said I use SnapOn with dial for best result and "feel". Last edited by Race Clean; 02-02-2018 at 01:14 PM. |
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