Heavyopp 167 Posted July 24, 2014 I'm looking for a good quality torque wrench that will measure in inch pounds -- Specifically I need to accurately measure 18 inch pounds I'd like a quality piece, not made in china preferably, something that will last Any suggestions? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vlad G 345 Posted July 24, 2014 There are some torque screwdrivers in that range. Like the wheeler one Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Old School 611 Posted July 24, 2014 I have a Snap-on you can borrow. PM me Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
djg0770 481 Posted July 24, 2014 I had bought one from HF to do bands on a transmission. For the one or two times I have used it, it's fine. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sixtytwo327 14 Posted July 24, 2014 I have the Wheeler F.A.T.; it's nice enough for the price. The driver is a quality twist-adjust handle. The bits are sizes common for rings and bases; Wheeler includes a few useful ones like that wide flat bit. I like to acquire tools, though if OS is kind enough to let you borrow one - can't beat free. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Heavyopp 167 Posted July 24, 2014 I have a Snap-on you can borrow. PM me Thanks Old School but I was looking to buy one -- There's plenty of places where I should use one and I don't because its just not here I was looking at that wheeler FAT -- It's on sale at midway right now for a few more days -- Just wondering about other options... I do have a Harbor freight between home and work, I'll stop in tonight to take a look, but once again -- cheap Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
djg0770 481 Posted July 24, 2014 I do have a Harbor freight between home and work, I'll stop in tonight to take a look, but once again -- cheap There was no Snap-On retail store available for me to purchase a good quality one at... (yeah, I know) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bhunted 887 Posted July 24, 2014 I bought a good Snap-On on eBay for a great price. Sucker was like brand new. Keep an eye open... Sent from my iPhone using TT 2 Pro Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DeerSlayer 241 Posted July 24, 2014 I have a craftsman in inch lbs. Working well over the past few years ive owned it. My foot lb is an SK also zero complaints been using it over a decade. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NYMetsFan86 9 Posted July 24, 2014 im gonna get flamed for this, but the one i got from harbor freight works awesome and it was cheap Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Worn_Holster 2 Posted July 24, 2014 You can buy inch lb drivers that are designated for only one lb rating which are cheaper than adjustables. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Heavyopp 167 Posted July 25, 2014 im gonna get flamed for this, but the one i got from harbor freight works awesome and it was cheap I stoped in on the way home -- doesn't go low enough lowest setting is 20 inch pounds Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joeyd6 0 Posted August 7, 2014 The HF ones are OK, but if you read the reviews and do homework, their torque is anywhere from 10-20% off. Too high for accurate use. The "norm is a range of 3-6% off with high end wrenches, depending on direction being used. However their "digital torque converter" that snaps on your wrench is according to numerous test, is very accurate and within the normal range. Its also fairly cheap. I love Snap-On, but if you are not a commercial business/professional mechanic they visit, or have somebody in one you can use, GOOD LUCK if you ever need service. I went through a nightmare to get a ratchet repaired as the local drivers, who are independent owners, don't want to deal with you, despite the fact its part of their agreement. I thought it was just NJ but when I hit the net, I see its more of the majority of trucks. Not to mention they are now importing from of shore. Just grab the new stuff and look...."made is USA" is no longer on a lot of their stuff.....now you get "COO" which when you ask, you get a BS answer until you call corporate. The old stuff was all made with parts made in the USA and then assembled in their factory. Now they still "made" in the USA by them, but the parts are from offshore. So the word games begin and another company goes down the road of Craftsman. So yes it is "made" here from parts from off shore. No thanks. Most stuff is foot pounds, not inch. Wasting a lot of money on one when you can borrow one is a little crazy. You will also be hard pressed finding one that goes lower than 20. Just borrow it and buy a decent foot pounds one. I don't own it, but I have heard the Kobalt ones are pretty decent and very accurate with a lifetime guarantee. The car forum folks love it and rave about it. Its a lot cheaper than my CDI wrench and when doing informal testing with friends on projects, it seems to be spot on with my $600 wrench a friend in NASCAR gave me. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites