Torque Wrenches

[cdnredneck_t3]

Is there ever a need for torquing reverse threads?

Lots of pumps I have worked on have left handed impller bolt/nuts.

Those that have the split beam type, does your wrench make the famous "click" or do you have to watch the gauge?

They don't click as much as they make a "tink" sound. That gauge looking thing is for setting the torque you want. Way quicker than cranking the handle a bunch of turns to set.

 

[Caper11]

Is there ever a need for torquing reverse threads?

Yes left hand threads.

 

[Dragonalain]

The snap on split beams have a reverse function on the head. I actually have no idea if it will torque in reverse tho.

 

[overkill19]

The snap on split beams have a reverse function on the head. I actually have no idea if it will torque in reverse tho.

My 1/2 SO will torq in reverse.
Also I’ve always been told to return to zero after use. I never leave mine wound up while in storage. I’m sure it says in the owners manual but who reads that ?

 

[snowcannon]

Thank you for all the responses. The perfectionist in me wants to buy a nice split beam with reverse, but my wallet is telling me to go with the mastercaft one for 60 bucks. At least I can buy it with some peace of mind.

 

[Caper11]

Thank you for all the responses. The perfectionist in me wants to buy a nice split beam with reverse, but my wallet is telling me to go with the mastercaft one for 60 bucks. At least I can buy it with some peace of mind.

Remember one important thing with cheaper torque wrenches. 1 you have no idea if they are accurate to begin with. 2 is the repeatability.

We have torque wrench calibration machines at work.

You would be surprised how the inconsistency will change.


IMO micrometer style torque wrenches are more accurate and all around better than a split beam.

 

[vodoo103]

I have a 3/8 & 1/2 from CT and they have been great - probably 15 years old now. Haven't not had them tested for accuracy.

 

[vodoo103]

I have a 3/8 & 1/2 from CT and they have been great - probably 15 years old now. Haven't not had them tested for accuracy.

The 1/2" that is on sale looks pretty much identical to my 15 year old one.

 

[spuds]

IMHO at 50-250lbs that's a good buy. I picked up a princess 1/2" goes to 150lbs at close to the same price for tire changes on the road, works ok

 

[rmk600700]

1/2” up to 150 ft# on sale at Napa for 31.99 half price for month of April if that will do the trick for ya!

 

[snowcannon]

1/2” up to 150 ft# on sale at Napa for 31.99 half price for month of April if that will do the trick for ya!

I need a 250# wrench. Got one from CT on sale.

 

[09 arctic cat m8]

Master craft did what I needed to do on my truck and trailer works well just always take the pressure off the spring

 

[adamg]

Sale on high quality torque wrenches, 1/2" and 3/8" :

https://www.torqueproductscanada.ca/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=2503MFRMH
https://www.torqueproductscanada.ca/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=7502MRMH

Apparently these are same as snap-on, and factory calibrated with certificate.

 

[Director]

Use my MasterCraft half dozen times a year for the last 6 or so years.. Turn the knob to the torque your after and go till click.. As mentioned, long as you turn it back to zero it's going to last me a hell of a long time..

 

[oler1234]

Not sure what your budget is but I use a AC Delco digital. I use it for a ton of other things besides clutches. Excellent range from 12.5-250ft/lbs. way cheaper than a snap on still. Think I paid $200 for it, napa makes the same one with there brand logo on it.

http://www.acdelco-tools.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=61_87&product_id=165

 

[Dooitorbust]

I have a Snap-on 3/8, 1/2 and 3/4”, all split beam, and they all work excellent. I keep a 1/2” CT torque wrench with me in the truck most of the time when hauling the camper or whatever. The CT special is a good wrench, but i definitely have a little more confidence in my Other wrenches. Another thing to remember is buy a wrench large enough to use in the mid range of its settings, that’s where it’ll be the most accurate.
Like others have said, set it, use it, and reset it to zero when you’re done.

 

[papajake]

its a must to have the small inch pound torque wrench when working on small engines there is a lot of light aluminum so its very important when it calls for 12 inch pounds most large torque wrenches don't go below 25 ft lbs

 

[woody_tobius_jr]

I have the MC 1/2" and 3/8" torque wrenches, they were good I didn't have any issues, but then CT had the Dewalts on sale and I picked up a 1/2" and 3/8". I like the Dewalts a little better just for the fact that the numbers are a little easier to read. I have a buddy that is a mechanic and he suggested zeroing off your torque wrenches when your not using them, I leave about 5 lbs. of pressure on mine

 

[snowcannon]

I have the MC 1/2" and 3/8" torque wrenches, they were good I didn't have any issues, but then CT had the Dewalts on sale and I picked up a 1/2" and 3/8". I like the Dewalts a little better just for the fact that the numbers are a little easier to read. I have a buddy that is a mechanic and he suggested zeroing off your torque wrenches when your not using them, I leave about 5 lbs. of pressure on mine

I like the dewalts more as well. If the 1/2 goes on sale within the next few weeks, I will try to exchange my mc 1/2" for it.

 

[snowcannon]

its a must to have the small inch pound torque wrench when working on small engines there is a lot of light aluminum so its very important when it calls for 12 inch pounds most large torque wrenches don't go below 25 ft lbs

I put the chaincase cover back on my sled last night. Spec's call for 12ft.lbs. so I used my mc 3/8. Set it to 144, actually 138in.lbs and started tightening the screws. Guess what, on the lowest screw it didn't click. I could feel that the torque had been achieved, but kept pushing on the wrench waiting for the click. Stopped tightening when I could feel that I was past the "comfort level" of the screw. Ended up splitting the screw hole on the cover. And of course in the lowest spot where the oil can actually leak out. After that I stopped trusting the wrench. Still used it on the remaining screws, but when I felt it should click and it didn't, I put it away and used a regular 1/4 wrench to finish tightening it purely by feel. Not happy with the torque wrench. Can't trust it now for small screws requiring low torque.