Where do I get a good Torque Wrench?
How does the high end tool manufacturers warranty on Torque wrenches compare? I mean if I spend 150+ on a wrench I want that thing to be warrantied for life. Also what size would you recommend for car usage. 10-100# 15-150# what size 3/8 or 1/2"?
Teching In
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From: Berwyn, IL
I own both Craftsman and Snap-on -- neither are guaranteed for life. Carftsman are 90 days, I tried to turn one in. Not sure what the Snap-ons are, but I am confident there is a limit to the guarantee. The way I use the Snap-ons they will last more than my lifetime, unless I get tired or careless and drop them or run over them. School has an SK also. Once you have used a Snap-on, especially the digital ones, you will never go back.
For lug nuts 1/2-inch 15-150 lb. ft. will work well. That will also work on some engine parts – main bearing caps, and many/most rod bolts, and the like.
For exhaust and intake manifolds, water pumps and the like 3/8-inch 10-100 ft lbs.
For valve covers and trans pans 1/4-inch 40-200 in. lbs
If all those sizes are not in your current budget, consider what you will use the most and get them as you need them.
Terry
For lug nuts 1/2-inch 15-150 lb. ft. will work well. That will also work on some engine parts – main bearing caps, and many/most rod bolts, and the like.
For exhaust and intake manifolds, water pumps and the like 3/8-inch 10-100 ft lbs.
For valve covers and trans pans 1/4-inch 40-200 in. lbs
If all those sizes are not in your current budget, consider what you will use the most and get them as you need them.
Terry
