Mountz Torque Wrench

[tomblue01]

I have a Craftsman 1/2" drive, 150ft# click-type torque wrench, & I don't like it. Way too few teeth in the ratcheting mechanism which causes it to have a giant arc. In the future I'll replace it [my market today is suspension parts!].
Has anyone ever used one of these? I came across them serendipitously on youtube.

Company website: http://www.mountztorque.com
Product: MountzPro True Dual Scale Torque Wrench 250F

A company that focuses in torque ought to produce a good product, right?

 

[DaveHess]

That's a nice website. Lots of good info on torque wrenches.

 

[mwilson]

They look good. The only thing I would like to add is to consider a flex head model.

I have a top of the line Snap On 1/2" drive torque wrench that I invested in many years ago figuring it would last me a lifetime. Many times I found something in the way of the handle when trying to torque brake caliper brackets and such. Talked to Snap On dealer and he had a refurbed 1/2" drive click style with a flex head someone had traded in. I bought it.

Pretty much the only one that I use now. It doesn't swing very far but usually just enough to clear whatever happens to be in the way....just thought I would toss that out there...

Just like this one...

 

[DaveHess]

I have five torque wrenches in all. Four are Craftsman and one Husky from Home Depot. Two of the Craftsmans are beam style (1 each inch pound and foot pound) and I've had them for about 30 years. Two "clicker" types again one each inch pound and foot pound and the Husky. The Husky is much bigger and I think it goes to 250 lb-ft. I bought that one just for the wheels on the Ram. While we're on the subject, I'll share some "habits" I use on my torque wrenches. Most of these I picked up from using these precision tools in the USAF. 1) I do not use the lowest or the highest 10% of the tool. For example, a torque wrench with a range of 25 to 150, I do not use it for torqueing under 28 lb-ft or above 135 lb-ft. 2) Always reset the tool to it's lowest setting when storing. 3) Keep the tool clean and in clean storage. 4) I have a bolt mounted to my work bench that I use for "breaking" the torque wrench before using it to torque anything. For example, I set the torque wrench at 30 lb-ft and cycle the tool using the bolt on the bench. Warms it up if you will. 5) Get them recertified. I have no time table for this. I just send them out prior to a big project like an engine build. 6) I treat mine like the Holy Grail so dropping one is unthinkable but if this happens, discontinue use and get recert'ed. This probably way old news to you guys but sometimes a refresher is good!