Need some suggestions for my garage projects using torque wrenches. I need solid yet cheap torque wrench that are accurate for each use. I focus on car projects mostly brakes and suspension. Do you have any brand you wanted to recommend?
Any best torque wrench recommendations?
- Thread starter Prehistoric Plunger
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Straightly go for Tekton, my man! I had this for years, they’re pretty accurate, good build, and lasts strong enough. I also commend their cs, they do great for customers.
Been a Tekton user for 3 years. So far, it’s still doing great! Handing it properly will make its life last for ages.
Tekton? Accuracy? Seriously? I prefer Snap-on or Craftsman. Bit expensive but does the job much accurate and better compared to Tekton. Yes, I agree that cheap ones can do lug nuts, but don’t cry when using them on a head gasket bolt 
Pfft, hell no! I’ve been dealing with car projects for years and I won’t recommend Snap-on – they’re too much for they’re price. I’m proud of my $50 wrench. For the budget of Snap-ons, you can buy great wrenches with other tools. Too overrated for me smhTekton? Accuracy? Seriously? I prefer Snap-on or Craftsman. Bit expensive but does the job much accurate and better compared to Tekton. Yes, I agree that cheap ones can do lug nuts, but don’t cry when using them on a head gasket bolt
100% dude! Doesn’t mean that you spend on a $50 tool that it will be disastrous lol. I’m a proud user of Harbor Freight torque wrench for years, can you believe it? FOR YEARS! HAHA! Just calibrate it regularly to keep it accurate, my man!
Harbor Freight FTW! HAHAHA! Having an accurate Harbor is like winning the lottery
For me, I’ll never trust on such tools for my critical jobs, especially crucial torque jobs.
Fair point, I also like to add that you don’t need expensive torque wrenches for DIY things. Even their budget wrenches can work on wheels and suspension if used properly. It’s not always about the dollar you spend, but on the maintenance you give to your tools.Harbor Freight FTW! HAHAHA! Having an accurate Harbor is like winning the lottery
For me, I’ll never trust on such tools for my critical jobs, especially crucial torque jobs.
Honestly, I didn’t even know about Harbor Freight before you brought it up. If this tool only needs to be calibrated frequently, I might try it. Did you adjust it prior to using it?
Nah, straight from the box, 98% accurate. The calibration guy is amazed and said “I got it out of luck”
As time goes by, I think that statement is true!I recommend digital torque wrenches. Its easy-to-use feature compensates its price. Got an ACDelco and amazed about its beep alert feature. Good for tight to reach spots and for spaces you can’t see.
I still prefer analog compared to digitals. Less hassle, straightforward, less parts to break and disassemble, and doesn’t need any batts.
I agree, just imagine that your digital tool die in the middle of some crucial job. I’ll use analog over digital anytime, they’re more reliable and cost-efficient.
If you’re a beginner, trying digital is great due to its audible alert feature which is pretty handy. When I was a beginner, I was able to try it, and it made me kind of a lazy worker
These suggestions are overwhelming meIf you’re a beginner, trying digital is great due to its audible alert feature which is pretty handy. When I was a beginner, I was able to try it, and it made me kind of a lazy worker
Tekton – I’ll try this one.
Harbor Freight – I might try this one if the calibration is cheap.
Digital – Fr, I don’t know if I would try torque wrenches with batts.
Tekton! FTW! Just a pro tip: don’t forget to reset it to 0 after using it, to maintain its accuracy.These suggestions are overwhelming me
Tekton – I’ll try this one.
Harbor Freight – I might try this one if the calibration is cheap.
Digital – Fr, I don’t know if I would try torque wrenches with batts.
No, bro. Resetting it to zero can relax the spring and mess with the mechanism in time. Trust a pro like me who’s been doing wrench stuff for almost 20 years.
Omg, this debate again? Just read the manual, OP. They know how to handle their stuff. Don’t just believe someone in the internet. All tools are built different!