torque wrench question

amg destroyer · 03-18-2008, 06:24 PM

ok, i've read numerous things on here about torque wrenches.

i've decided that I don't want to cheap out on them since they are a pretty critical part on an install, and need to be as exact as possible. but that said, I don't want to break the bank on them either...

so, what are the most useful torque wrenches that are used on the STi, in everyone's opinion - i've heard a lot of different things...

thanks and don't tell me to search more...i did

Slowwrx · 03-18-2008, 07:25 PM

Snap-On, They have one called the Tech 2, it does torque as well as torque angle which is very nice for Torque to Yield fastners.

Buy the right tools the first time.

amg destroyer · 03-18-2008, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Slowwrx

Snap-On, They have one called the Tech 2, it does torque as well as torque angle which is very nice for Torque to Yield fastners.

Buy the right tools the first time.

thanks. i'll take a look at that one.

what size is most necessary for the STi? I don't wanna have to buy 4 of them...

JD_STI · 03-18-2008, 07:49 PM

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Originally Posted by amg destroyer

thanks. i'll take a look at that one.

what size is most necessary for the STi? I don't wanna have to buy 4 of them...

you'll probably need 2. I have one that is 50-250 ft/lbs and another that is 10-75. There is a bunch of stuff under 50 and a few things that are up above 75. The smaller one I have is a 3/8" drive and the large one is 1/2" drive. I have removed & torqued almost everything under the car, suspension related, driveline related, exhaust, intake, etc. and have done it all with these 2 wrenches. Mine are Craftsman. I'm happy with em.

**WESTI** · 03-18-2008, 07:56 PM

haha i exactly what JD STI said. I have a smaller 3/8 inch one that is good from like 10-120 and then i have a 1/2 in drive one thats good from 100-250 or so. Mine are also both craftsman and work well

**Turninconcepts.com** · 03-18-2008, 08:54 PM

I have a nice snap-on clicker, but have been thinking of just picking up a few beam style for everyday use.

houdni · 03-22-2008, 02:08 PM

i like the beam style torque wrench....it has a much more positive click...
saves some time by allowing me to just leave it on a specific torque and just throw it in the tool box...

amg destroyer · 03-23-2008, 04:08 PM

How is the Husky line of products quality and accuracy wise? They say they have a lifetime warranty and are relatively inexpensive.

**WC LATHE WERKS** · 03-23-2008, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Turninconcepts.com

I have a nice snap-on clicker, but have been thinking of just picking up a few beam style for everyday use.

When you say "beam style" do you mean this type?

what would be the advantage of this type over a clicker?
Also, is there any way to verify the accuracy of a wrench without necessarily paying for it to be re-calibrated.

Im looking to buy a 3/8 and 1/2 tq wrench set soon

fourseasonsandles · 03-23-2008, 06:24 PM

^^That is what I have. Works well and I havent had any issues with it. I Couldnt comment on the clicker style.

***snorky*** · 03-23-2008, 07:12 PM

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Originally Posted by amg destroyer

How is the Husky line of products quality and accuracy wise? They say they have a lifetime warranty and are relatively inexpensive.

Husky is not a brand i would trust... to put it lightly.

If you're looking to go toward the lower part of the price spectrum, i wouldn't go lower than craftsman.

amg destroyer · 03-23-2008, 07:17 PM

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Originally Posted by snorky

Husky is not a brand i would trust... to put it lightly.

If you're looking to go toward the lower part of the price spectrum, i wouldn't go lower than craftsman.

Thanks for the quick response! Good to know before I spent more $$$.

***snorky*** · 03-23-2008, 07:20 PM

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Originally Posted by amg destroyer

Thanks for the quick response! Good to know before I spent more $$$.

oh damn didn't even look at the date! noob alert!

**tyler_sti** · 03-23-2008, 07:20 PM

Craftsman all the way for me. Imo perfect balence of reliability and price. And if you wrench were to break some how you could bring it into sears and they will replace it on the spot. Pretty good if you ask me..

***snorky*** · 03-23-2008, 07:23 PM

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Originally Posted by WC LATHE WERKS

When you say "beam style" do you mean this type?

what would be the advantage of this type over a clicker?
Also, is there any way to verify the accuracy of a wrench without necessarily paying for it to be re-calibrated.

Im looking to buy a 3/8 and 1/2 tq wrench set soon

Yes that is deflecting beam type torque wrench.

The only way i know to check the accuracy is to recalibrate it. The Sears Hardware by house will do it for free if it's Craftsman.

03-18-2008, 06:24 PM	#1
amg destroyer GUNNIN' IT Car: '05 STi Fav Mod: Sparco seat Location: OC Posts: 3,794 Join Date: Sep 2006 Trader Rating: (3)	torque wrench question ok, i've read numerous things on here about torque wrenches. i've decided that I don't want to cheap out on them since they are a pretty critical part on an install, and need to be as exact as possible. but that said, I don't want to break the bank on them either... so, what are the most useful torque wrenches that are used on the STi, in everyone's opinion - i've heard a lot of different things... thanks and don't tell me to search more...i did This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.

03-18-2008, 07:25 PM	#2
Slowwrx Junior STI Driver Car: 06 STI Fav Mod: KW coilovers and a 30R Location: You can find me in the A Posts: 152 Join Date: Sep 2006 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: torque wrench question Snap-On, They have one called the Tech 2, it does torque as well as torque angle which is very nice for Torque to Yield fastners. Buy the right tools the first time.

03-18-2008, 07:56 PM	#5
WESTI Gold Member Car: 06 WRB STI Fav Mod: HKS CARBON TI Location: Irvine, Ca Posts: 5,230 Join Date: Apr 2006 Trader Rating: (7)	Re: torque wrench question haha i exactly what JD STI said. I have a smaller 3/8 inch one that is good from like 10-120 and then i have a 1/2 in drive one thats good from 100-250 or so. Mine are also both craftsman and work well

03-18-2008, 08:54 PM	#6
Turninconcepts.com Authorized Vendor Posts: 4,404 Join Date: Jul 2003 Trader Rating: (48)	Re: torque wrench question I have a nice snap-on clicker, but have been thinking of just picking up a few beam style for everyday use.

03-22-2008, 02:08 PM	#7
houdni Amateur STI Driver Car: 06 Subaru WRX STi Fav Mod: leaving it stock Location: H@w@ii Posts: 41 Join Date: Apr 2007 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: torque wrench question i like the beam style torque wrench....it has a much more positive click... saves some time by allowing me to just leave it on a specific torque and just throw it in the tool box...

03-23-2008, 04:08 PM	#8
amg destroyer GUNNIN' IT Car: '05 STi Fav Mod: Sparco seat Location: OC Posts: 3,794 Join Date: Sep 2006 Trader Rating: (3)	Re: torque wrench question How is the Husky line of products quality and accuracy wise? They say they have a lifetime warranty and are relatively inexpensive.

03-23-2008, 06:24 PM	#10
fourseasonsandles Silver Member Car: 06 CGM Wingless Fav Mod: The Newest One! Location: Ra cha cha NY Posts: 2,976 Join Date: Sep 2005 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: torque wrench question ^^That is what I have. Works well and I havent had any issues with it. I Couldnt comment on the clicker style.

03-23-2008, 07:20 PM	#14
tyler_sti Gold Member Car: '07 CMG STI Fav Mod: carbing subframe, driving experience:) Location: los angeles Posts: 3,162 Join Date: Aug 2006 Trader Rating: (11)	Re: torque wrench question Craftsman all the way for me. Imo perfect balence of reliability and price. And if you wrench were to break some how you could bring it into sears and they will replace it on the spot. Pretty good if you ask me..