Torque Wrench

[Zreberlcoe]

Plain n' simple, what's the best torque wrench for the dollar and what brand? Me and my dad have needed one for a good amount of time now for the E30 projects but we have neglected to buy one so far. We've always used the gütentight method but now that my E30 is getting more serious I would like to get one before we over torque something or don't torque it enough and cause serious damage. It's his birthday this weekend so I thought it would be a good time! Any reviews or comments would be awesome!

[oliver.r]

they're freaking expensive, what's your budget?
there is a large range, my dad has a MAC tools one and it was around $800, obviously wouldn't recommend that since you're not using it to make your living

[Zreberlcoe]

they're freaking expensive, what's your budget?
there is a large range, my dad has a MAC tools one and it was around $800, obviously wouldn't recommend that since you're not using it to make your living

I know they're expensive but not too much! We would use it lightly. Torque lugs, torque bolts, and that's it. Pretty much one that works well, won't break the first time, and won't break the bank.

[oliver.r]

you might want to buy 2 separate ones, one for larger heavier torque stuff and a micro one for smaller stuff, pretty sure craftsman offers a lifetime warranty on their tools, so that's a good option to look in to

[Zreberlcoe]

Torque Wrench

you might want to buy 2 separate ones, one for larger heavier torque stuff and a micro one for smaller stuff, pretty sure craftsman offers a lifetime warranty on their tools, so that's a good option to look in to

I saw some at sears with a 25-250 lb torque range but the reviews say it broke on the first try or it's fantastic.

[10Toes]

Cdi

[Zreberlcoe]

Cdi

What?

[10Toes]

This should most of the bolts you need to torqe on an E30 and also goes high enough for wheels. You might also want to pick up a 1/4" torque wrench for the smaller bolts for covers and oil pans etc.

http://www.amazon.com/Torque-1002MFR...+torque+wrench

[IronFreak]

I have a Kobalt 1/2" torque wrench and it's worked great.

http://www.lowes.com/pd_337334-22328...ductId=3381202

[fiveightandten]

Don't trust a torque wrench anywhere near the bottom of its range. You're best off having a small one for low torque applications, and a larger one for other stuff.

I have the Craftsman ones (one larger click type, and a smaller dial type for gaskets and stuff). They're decent. Just make sure you unload a click type every time you're done using it. Don't drop it or handle it rough. It's a measurement device more than it is a tool.

[Zreberlcoe]

Don't trust a torque wrench anywhere near the bottom of its range. You're best off having a small one for low torque applications, and a larger one for other stuff.

I have the Craftsman ones (one larger click type, and a smaller dial type for gaskets and stuff). They're decent. Just make sure you unload a click type every time you're done using it. Don't drop it or handle it rough. It's a measurement device more than it is a tool.

How much were yours in all?

[Herr Faust Schinken]

Precision interments makes fantastic stuff
http://www.amazon.com/Precision-Inst.../dp/B002XMSFIM
From what I've heard they are the company that used to make snap-ons torque wrenches

[jhaurimn]

I saw some at sears with a 25-250 lb torque range but the reviews say it broke on the first try or it's fantastic.

I have that torque wrench, but the in/lbs one (smaller values)

Ive used it many times and its never failed me. Definitely would reccomend it. I still need to get a torque wrench for higher torque values.

[Zreberlcoe]

That's the exact ones I use at work.

[lowsodium]

I bought the craftsman one and have been pretty happy with it. I dont make my living off tools, but use a torque wrench a couple times a month.

Dont buy a harbor freight one, their pretty crappy. I had one that didnt click until it was 30% higher than it actually was.