Torque Wrenches
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Torque Wrenches
I'm looking for a torque wrench recommendation. I am looking for a decent tool, and would like to stay below $150. I had a craftsman that I broke today so I was really disappointed in it. The plastic handle broke and it just dangles and no longer clicks when you hit your torque. I probably only used the Craftsman 6 or 7 times.
I'm not a mechanic by trade, so I dont need Snap-on, Mac level of quality or price, and would probably only need to use it a few times a year.
I'm not a mechanic by trade, so I dont need Snap-on, Mac level of quality or price, and would probably only need to use it a few times a year.
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So after a little research found this on Amazon. CDI Torque 1503MFRPH 1/2-Inch Drive Adjustable Micrometer Torque Wrench, Torque Range 20 to 150-Foot.
CDI seems to get really good reviews. Arrives this week!
CDI seems to get really good reviews. Arrives this week!
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Another Tool question for everyone: Cordless Torque wrenches. What would you recommend. I think it's time to look for one.
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Unfortunately the Craftsman tools have become real bad quality. I had a old Craftsman torque wrench and it lasted me years. The new one don't feel as good or seem to be the same quality as some of the older stuff. I am so use to buying all craftsman stuff. I don't even know what to switch too. I'd like to get some Snap-On stuff.
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I got one of these guys, works great.
http://www.lowes.com/pd_337334-22328...ductId=3381202
I like how it has a locking collar instead of those screw in jam things at the bottom of a lot or torque wrenches.
http://www.lowes.com/pd_337334-22328...ductId=3381202
I like how it has a locking collar instead of those screw in jam things at the bottom of a lot or torque wrenches.
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Unfortunately the Craftsman tools have become real bad quality. I had a old Craftsman torque wrench and it lasted me years. The new one don't feel as good or seem to be the same quality as some of the older stuff. I am so use to buying all craftsman stuff. I don't even know what to switch too. I'd like to get some Snap-On stuff.
The wrench was rated from 20-150 ft/lb and I was at 129. I could see it breaking if I were doing something stupid like 200 ft/lb.
I would love to have Snap-on or any of the high end brands, but I cant justify the cost. Hoping that the CDI is a good middle ground between price and quality, and will last a good many years.
lol. Yes thanks for understanding what I was really trying to ask. I'm looking to purchase a cordless impact wrench, and looking for recommendations on brands and sizes. What to look for when purchasing. I'm find the kits with battery, charger, and wrench arent terribly cheap around $270 entry level.
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Based on my limited use, I would say no it the Q isnt there anymore. I'm not a Craftsman hater either, most of my tools are from there, since I'm not a professional needing the high end stuff, they have served me well in my home.
The wrench was rated from 20-150 ft/lb and I was at 129. I could see it breaking if I were doing something stupid like 200 ft/lb.
I would love to have Snap-on or any of the high end brands, but I cant justify the cost. Hoping that the CDI is a good middle ground between price and quality, and will last a good many years.
lol. Yes thanks for understanding what I was really trying to ask. I'm looking to purchase a cordless impact wrench, and looking for recommendations on brands and sizes. What to look for when purchasing. I'm find the kits with battery, charger, and wrench arent terribly cheap around $270 entry level.
The wrench was rated from 20-150 ft/lb and I was at 129. I could see it breaking if I were doing something stupid like 200 ft/lb.
I would love to have Snap-on or any of the high end brands, but I cant justify the cost. Hoping that the CDI is a good middle ground between price and quality, and will last a good many years.
lol. Yes thanks for understanding what I was really trying to ask. I'm looking to purchase a cordless impact wrench, and looking for recommendations on brands and sizes. What to look for when purchasing. I'm find the kits with battery, charger, and wrench arent terribly cheap around $270 entry level.
Oh I know I don't have anything snap on. Majority of my stuff is Craftsman, I just watch how the quality of the parts have been going down hill. I have bought 2 of the 260 piece tool set for Christmas, and in both sets the 1/4 ratchets were broken right out of the box. I was able to fix one by taking it apart and the other one I had to bring back.
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Oh man your looking for a wrench under 150 bucks otherwise I'd recommend the Norbar industrial torque wrench.
Its the best torque wrench brand I've ever used well worth the money.
Its the best torque wrench brand I've ever used well worth the money.
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Oh man your looking for a wrench under 150 bucks otherwise I'd recommend the Norbar industrial torque wrench.
Amazon.com: Norbar Model 200 Torque Wrench 1/2" Drive 40-200Nm 13046: Home Improvement
Its the best torque wrench brand I've ever used well worth the money.
Amazon.com: Norbar Model 200 Torque Wrench 1/2" Drive 40-200Nm 13046: Home Improvement
Its the best torque wrench brand I've ever used well worth the money.
I did end up getting the CDI, and it worked well for me. I put it through its paces today. Seems very well made, from what I read by the same company that makes Snap-on tools.
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I like my digital snap on 1/2in torque wrench. But it was pricey as has been pretty much all my snap on stuff lol but I bought it when I was still in school and we had a huge student discount
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