Torque wrench/bolts ?

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Old Jul 9, 2004 | 11:37 AM
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Torque wrench/bolts ?

What kind of Torque Wrenches are you guyz using ? Craftsman, SK ?

What are you suppose to torque the lugs to ? Wanna rotate my tires.

Recommendations ? 1/2, 3/8 ? range ?
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Old Jul 9, 2004 | 12:00 PM
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Bought my torque wrench from tirerack.com

Torque lugs to 80lbs
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Old Jul 9, 2004 | 12:06 PM
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if you're just doing wheels, just get one from harbor freight. they're the same accuracy as craftsman and about 1/6th the price with a lifetime warrenty.

I'd go for the 3/8, but it depends on what sockets you have - the range for them should be about the same, but you can get some over 250lbs. Uness you're doing major work on the car, 120-150ft/lbs should be fine
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Old Jul 9, 2004 | 10:59 PM
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if you're just doing wheels, just get one from harbor freight. they're the same accuracy as craftsman and about 1/6th the price with a lifetime warrenty.

I'd go for the 3/8, but it depends on what sockets you have - the range for them should be about the same, but you can get some over 250lbs. Uness you're doing major work on the car, 120-150ft/lbs should be fine
I got mine from Harbor Freight and have been using it for about 4 years. Works fine and was pretty cheap. I torque my lug nuts at 83ft/lb.
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Old Jul 12, 2004 | 08:38 AM
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Thx for the tips guyz.
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Old Jul 12, 2004 | 11:16 PM
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Originally Posted by NSXNEXT
Bought my torque wrench from tirerack.com

Torque lugs to 80lbs
Ditto. The wrench is a 1/2 with a 3/8 adaptor. Best thing I've bought for my car so far. Get that and a deep socket from Sears (lifetime warranty) and you're set.
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