What kind of Torque Wrench to get?????

[ynitro56]

I'm getting ready to install RPM springs and I'll need this tool. Any recommendations on brand?/Digital? anything I should know before purchasing one? Thank you in advanced for your needed help.

Sincerely,
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[jville]

If you are just gunna use it one time only, go to advanced auto and put a 25$ deposit to rent one. However if ur buying one to keep, Snap-on mac, and matco are your best bets. Digital is not necessary unles your like me and want the best of the best in everything you do.

 

[lil_red_wagon]

snap-on is what i have had the best luck with. the plain mechanical style is the longest lasting.

 

[MS6 - FNG]

I have a bit of experience with these. If you are buying, look for the type that has the dial setting for the desired torque setting. As you apply pressure to the bolt/nut, the torque wrench will "Click" when you reach the setting. Then release pressure, and apply pressure once more to double check the "click". These are MUCH more accurate than the type that has the bar that moves along the scale as you apply pressure. I have never used digital, and generally I prefer Craftsman tools. That said, I find the quality has slipped a bit since they teamed up with K-Mart for sales. I still have my original Craftsman tools for more than 25 years, and yes, I do most of my own wrenching. When buying tools, don't go cheap.

 

[Omar MSP]

if purchasing, get snapon. even though the one i have i've only used once, i've used my uncles alot and its pretty good.

 

[low_psi]

I bought a Craftsman and I wish I would have dropped $250 on a SnapOn. I haven't had a problem with the CM, but I'm not sure how long it'll last.

SnapOn's digital TQ wrenches are great if you want some bling