Torque wrench

[bedubya]

Originally Posted by Lee Pedrick

Google up torque settings for American and metric nuts and bolts. Torque settings are rated for the size of the Nut/ bolt.

That will also depend on the grade of the bolt. i.e. grade 5 vs. grade 8, etc.

[bedubya]

Originally Posted by AlaskaErik

Just remember to zero out your torque wrench after you're done using it. Otherwise, you'll lose your calibration.

x2.
You can also calibrate most torque wrenches.
https://www.wikihow.com/Calibrate-a-Torque-Wrench

[frank4711]

I do 100-110 .... use this https://www.harborfreight.com/12-in-...nch-64064.html

[railroaderone]

Originally Posted by NJKris

Sticker on my trailer say 100 ft-lbs. My torque wrench doesn't go up to 100 ft-lbs. So I stand on a wrench 0.4 feet away from the socket to exert 100 ft-lbs. (I am 250 lbs. torque = force applied at 90 degree angle (perpendicular) x radius (distance from pivot point, or lug nut). 100 ft lbs/250 lbs (ME!) = fraction of foot distance from lug nut to exert force.

Stand on does not mean jump on it, just exert a smooth downward pressure until nut stops rotating.

See? Physics can be fun!

And now I have a headache

[railroaderone]

Most steel wheels torque between 90 and 100
Aluminum 100 to 110

[Skip12]

Originally Posted by frank4711

I do 100-110 .... use this https://www.harborfreight.com/12-in-...nch-64064.html

I'm sure that one is better, but for my needs, this $20 one works fine
https://www.harborfreight.com/12-in-drive-click-type-torque-wrench-63882.html

And, better yet for those in the market, it's on sale next weekend for $10.

Be sure to get the 1/2 inch drive. The 3/8 inch will likely max out too early for your RV's lug nuts.

[frank4711]

Originally Posted by Skip12

I'm sure that one is better, but for my needs, this $20 one works fine
https://www.harborfreight.com/12-in-...nch-63882.html

And, better yet for those in the market, it's on sale next weekend for $10.

Be sure to get the 1/2 inch drive. The 3/8 inch will likely max out too early for your RV's lug nuts.

yep for sure ... think I paid $79 on sale ... with the camper gets used a lot ...

[CNYCamper]

This thread has convinced me to go out and purchase a HF torque wrench. I just hope I can get hold of one of HF's "rare" coupons. With any luck I'll also score a free flashlight or tape measure.

[Minthillbill]

I do my track car, ‘17 mustang gt at 95 so I use that for everything. Trailers included.

[Minthillbill]

Originally Posted by CNYCamper

This thread has convinced me to go out and purchase a HF torque wrench. I just hope I can get hold of one of HF's "rare" coupons. With any luck I'll also score a free flashlight or tape measure.

The coupons are in many magazines, NRA rifleman, our electric coop monthly and others. Typically 20% off.
Msg me your address if you can’t find one and I’ll send you one.
I’ve had my hf torque wrench for over 5 years, no problems.

[SlowrideHD]

This 200 lb/ft Snap-On torque wrench in my tool box is from the 60's and still maintains calibration. I ALWAYS back off back to less than 10 lbs after using it.

[moose074]

I use my ryobi impact to set torque, I let all nuts get a few clicks then go back one more time around. When I don’t have it available, I get all lug nuts tight then go back hit second time call it good

[Skip12]

Originally Posted by Minthillbill

The coupons are in many magazines, NRA rifleman, our electric coop monthly and others. Typically 20% off.
Msg me your address if you can’t find one and I’ll send you one.
I’ve had my hf torque wrench for over 5 years, no problems.

In case you missed it, the $20 Pittsburg brand from Harbor Freight will be 50% off starting Friday through the weekend.

Yep, I never walk out of there without extra goodies.

[TowPro]

Originally Posted by Skip12

In case you missed it, the $20 Pittsburg brand from Harbor Freight will be 50% off starting Friday through the weekend.

Yep, I never walk out of there without extra goodies.

Plus you can always pull up a 20% off coupon on your phone. Just voice search on harbor freight coupon.

[5picker]

Originally Posted by TowPro

Plus you can always pull up a 20% off coupon on your phone. Just voice search on harbor freight coupon.

X2!
The phone app puts coupons right at your fingertips always!

Or just pull up their coupons from their web site...
Harbor Freight Digital Savings and Coupons

[Cabinfever97]

Harbor Freight torque wrenches are guaranteed for life. No receipt needed.

[BehindBars]

Originally Posted by CNYCamper

This thread has convinced me to go out and purchase a HF torque wrench. I just hope I can get hold of one of HF's "rare" coupons. With any luck I'll also score a free flashlight or tape measure.

Although a lot of suggestions followed on how to find HF coupons, I'm pretty sure CNYCamper has no trouble. "Rare", in quotes, was probably just a bit of humor.

[bedubya]

Originally Posted by moose074

I use my ryobi impact to set torque, I let all nuts get a few clicks then go back one more time around. When I don’t have it available, I get all lug nuts tight then go back hit second time call it good

As a retired Home Depot Department Supervisor, I am a big fan of Ryobi tools.


I'm sorry, but that is not what the Impact Driver is designed for. You do not have a clue as to how much torque you have applied!!!

[babock]

I used to have harbor freight torque wrenches. That is until I was doing suspension work on my car and snapped a fastener. Turns out it was off by over 50%

I threw them all away and bought CDI which are made by snap on. I own 5 different torque wrenches of various sizes and types. For the trailer, I bought a cheaper wrench since lug nuts don't need the exact precision but it's way better than HF.

[babock]

If you insist on using your impact, get some torque sticks.

Originally Posted by moose074

I use my ryobi impact to set torque, I let all nuts get a few clicks then go back one more time around. When I don’t have it available, I get all lug nuts tight then go back hit second time call it good