Torque wrench opinions
 

Hi all,
this summer I plan to do a few DIY projects (exhaust install, spacers, springs). Additionally, I plan to change the transmission and diff. fluids.

I have basic tools in my garage but am in the process of getting some of the more advanced things, which brings me to torque wrenches. I realize that sometimes you "get what you pay for" but at the same time I don't want to spend a lot (around $150 max). Also, should i get both 3/8 and 1/2 or start with just one of those.

Snap on seems like the best brand so I found this one online is it any good? Amazon.com: Snap-on Industrial Brand CDI Torque 1503MFRMH 1/2-Inch Drive Metal Handle Click Type Torque Wrench, Torque Range 20 to 150-Foot Pounds: Home Improvement

I would like some recommendations please. :tiphat: Let me know your experiences with what you use. Thanks!

I use this Brown Line torque wrench and really like it.

Amazon.com: Brown Line Metal Works BLD0212 Digital Torque Wrench: Home Improvement

I'd also recommend this socket set to help protect your wheels from scratches.

Protective Socket Set - Specialty Tools - Tools - Griot's Garage

I bought the same one when they were sponsors on here a few months ago. I really like it also. :tup:
It even came with a nice case at the same price Amazon sells just the wrench for.

Yeah I saw it when i search for torque wrenches. How is the battery life?

I've used it several times in the last 6 months and haven't had to worry about batteries. I've read that it should last 40 hours with it continuously being turned on.

bump for some more opinions

I have craftman. I have the 1/2 and 1/4. You only need to get the 1/2. Mines lasted so far did bolt ons, cbe, suspensions.

Have you done any recalibrations on it to see if its accuracy lasted?

i use snap-on torque wrenches. i have several different drive sizes and capacities.

i choose the wrench where the rated torque is about 40% to 60% of the wrench's range. :)

I use the Snap-On digital torque wrenches. 3/8's and 1/2' drive. With these, I can go from ft./lbs to inch/lbs, to metric with a push of a button. When they hit the torque setting. They buzz and vibrate. They will also show the highest torque reading, when torquing. They cost $$$. Well worth it tho. ;)

^^ show off! :mad:

hey, your floor needs repair. :icon17: ;) :p

:icon18: Those two are not cheap!

I have a Kobalt 100lb-ft wrench and another Craftsman long arm 250 lb-ft wrench. I need to get some more.

fixed. :icon17: