where to find a in. lb. torque wrench

[TMills]

I am looking for a in. lb. torque wrench to do a gear change, but I would like to have it for the trans service also. Does anyone know of a good place to find one that is for a resonable price? I have looked around and could not find one at the local parts stores.

 

[rweis]

I have gotten several torque wrenches off EBay. Just be careful, know the seller's record, Generally $1/2 of new. I generally stick with Snap-On brand because of long lasting quality and accuracy.



Bob Weis

 

[jtwcummins]

I buy tools based on how much I am going to use them. All my 3/8" drive sockets are Snap-on as well as most of the 1/4" drive. Wrenches and 1/2 drive are Craftsman. I got an inch-pound from Harbor Freight for 30. 00. Checked it's accuacy and it works great. Only needed for trans so didn't want to spend over 100. 00 or take a chance on used.

 

[Buffalo]

jtwcummins,



How do you check the accuracy of the in. lb. torque wrenches & others?



Thanks.



Joe F. (Buffalo)

 

[opjohnny]

Always check to see if it is in the range that you need. My sears in-lb starts to large for many things I need it for.



John

 

[y-knot]

I have always been very pleased with Sears craftsmen tools, I have 4 different torque wrenches from them and they all operate great. Remember to always UN-load the torque wrench and do not use it for everyday ratcheting, and they will last a life time.

 

[Nate]

PMEL on base does ours (for work). I know Snap-On will do it as well. I had them put new parts in a few and re-cal them. Cost me $50 ea. which is cheap considering the torque wrenches are ~$300.

jtwcummins,



How do you check the accuracy of the in. lb. torque wrenches & others?



Thanks.



Joe F. (Buffalo)

 

[HerbW]

Will 2002 Alloy wheels fit a 1994?

I bought a set of 2002 Alloy 16" wheels to put on my '98 twelve valve. They won't fit over the rear drums. Are the drums on a 1994 Dodge any smaller? What i want to know if they would fit it. I tried chromed steel rims off a 2005 and the newer hub caps were too shallow to go over the rear axle, but I saw a '98. 5 with alloys off a 2006 and the new wheels caps and all went right on. I wonder if it's the thickness of the alloys makes the extra depth for the caps? The alloys off the new trucks look more negative offset that the steel ones which is good for older rigs. Are they more offset than the steel ones? I need tires and would like new rims if possible. Thanks. Herb

 

[WDaniels]

TMills,

Snap On will order you a torque wrench in Inch pounds as will Mac tools. Quite possibly Matco also. I get all of mine from Snap On.

 

[Big Red Express]

I used to sell MAC tools, that being said I still prefer my Snap on torque wrenches. Nate is right if you have a PMEL lab they can cal your wrench and check it for tolerances and tell you what they are. If you have any aircraft facilitys (boeing, northrup grumman, etc. they all use calibration labs like PMEL) Hope this helps

 

[Grizzly]

I bought a set of 2002 Alloy 16" wheels to put on my '98 twelve valve. They won't fit over the rear drums. Are the drums on a 1994 Dodge any smaller? What i want to know if they would fit it. I tried chromed steel rims off a 2005 and the newer hub caps were too shallow to go over the rear axle, but I saw a '98. 5 with alloys off a 2006 and the new wheels caps and all went right on. I wonder if it's the thickness of the alloys makes the extra depth for the caps? The alloys off the new trucks look more negative offset that the steel ones which is good for older rigs. Are they more offset than the steel ones? I need tires and would like new rims if possible. Thanks. Herb

I believe you are in the wrong thread.



If I could only buy one torque wrench for most applications, do I want a 3/8" or a 1/2"?

 

[BTowler]

Beware Craftsmen, they no longer test or calibrate in-house for free, you have to send it off and it costs $80. 00 regardless of whats done, more if it needs service! What happened to lifetime calibration????

 

[B.G. Smith]

I believe you are in the wrong thread.



If I could only buy one torque wrench for most applications, do I want a 3/8" or a 1/2"?

I think a 1/2" will be more useful. bg

 

[WMonroe]

I have a craftsman in. lb. torque wrench and it has worked just fine for me.

Will

 

[wildmanben]

Snap On digital Tech-Wrench. Calibrates everytime you turn it on! I love all 3 of mine...

 

[Grizzly]

Beware Craftsmen, they no longer test or calibrate in-house for free, you have to send it off and it costs $80. 00 regardless of whats done, more if it needs service! What happened to lifetime calibration????

Probably went out with the lifetime warranty. Craftsman quality has gone downhill, more especially since they were bought out by K-Mart.

 

[Grizzly]

I think a 1/2" will be more useful. bg

Thanks, I'm thinking of getting the Husky from Home Depot. I won't be using everyday or even very often, but when I need one, It will be good to have on hand. 1/2" it is.

 

[BTowler]

Snap On digital Tech-Wrench. Calibrates everytime you turn it on! I love all 3 of mine...

Like that feature, how much?

 

[drury]

I buy most of my tools from NorthernTool.com or Amazon.com. I've gotten some great deals at both places. GearWrench has a fancy digital torque wrench, but the basic click wrench from Northern goes for a really decent price. Unless you're going to be changing the head gasket, you'll probably prefer a 3/8in wrench for most procedures. Look through the service manual for the things you are likely to do and pick based on that.

 

[wildmanben]

Like that feature, how much?

$300-$400 depending on the size.