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Old 04-24-2005, 05:58 PM   #1
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I want to buy a cheaper torque wrench, like maybe $30. What specs do i need as far as range of ft.lb, and whatever else there is. ive never owneds one. Its basically just for wheel removal.
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Get one that goes up to 150 ft-lbs, and you should be set. Remember though, you get what you pay for. Some companies offer free calibration for life, might be worth the look.
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what calibration? do you know where i can find a decent cheap one?
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mario... I hate to be the one to tell you, but this is definitely a case of "you get what you pay for".

Don't scrimp on a torque wrench... it is one of the most important tools an automotive enthusiast owns. A socket is a socket... craftsman, mac, ridgid... whatever... some are more durable than other, but ultimately, its easy to tell if it is not performing its funtion. With a torque wrench, tho, that area becomes very gray.

It's just me, but a torque wrench that only costs $30 would make me go

I'd spend a little more and get a good one (that you can rent out to your friends!) BTW, last time I was in Sears shopping for tools, they had a nice Craftsman one on sale for $70.
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i'ved for the husky torque wrench from home depot cost me $50.00 i think..
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