Hey guys bout time I used the proper tools and settings so off to buy a torque wrench, I've seen there are different tolerances: 8-60nM, 60-300nM, 40-200 etc. which one best suits motorcycle work? thankssss!!
sixty more than enough for bikes halfords do a canny one unless u have snapon money same job 80 odd foot pounds on rear spindle nm what does that convert to
So go for the halfords professional 8-60? 3/8"? Guessing I could do with a separate one for tightening spindle nut etc?
Ok cheers graeme will just buy the smaller range one for now, at 75 notes they aint cheap!! Thanks for your assistance
Maybe too late now but these were a good buy torque wrench - £4 instore @ ALDI - Hot UK Deals My local is sold out
A good 3/8's will cover most needs on a bike! Although most 3/8 don't go high enough for axle nuts and the bigger fixings! But then you've got to think, some 1/2" won't go low enough for things like case bolts etc.. So basically, at work I use my 3/8" way more than a 1/2"!
I've got two halfords torque wrenches in 3/8 and 1/2 inch type I think they cover 10-60nm and 50-200nm off the top of my head, both been good for everything I've need them for! Good quality and good price IMO
Big thread on this not so long back YT. I've bought a full set of three Teng Tools Torque Wrenches from Screwfix as they are doing killer deals on em at the mo! Torque Wrench - Search Results | Screwfix.com
Well, they're not expensive either....kinda middle range? My 3/8" halfrauds one started to play up after 11 years of serious abuse....took it back, (tongue in cheek, no receipt) and it was exchanged for a spangly new one on the spot...no quibbles even. I also have the 1/2" drive jobbie....and it's been spot on up to now. Just remember to zero them when you've finished and they should last forever. Also, whatever make you go for, I'd recommend a dial gauge over a vernier type as they are so much quicker and easier to set, with less chance of setting it incorrectly. That Snap-On above is a superb top end piece of kit, designed for professional use....my only gripe is the battery. If you leave battery function tools in a cold shed/garage for prolonged periods, it destroys the battery lifespan. I have 3 tools that rely on batteries, and it can be a pain in the arse pulling one out of the toolbox when you need it only to find the battery is fooked. For that reason, I always keep spare batteries in the house
I have had this 6 months still on original battery/battery's I don't even know how many it's got ha ha I always have spare batteries lying about so not a big problem
Same one as mine... But unless using it every day, not many people would be willing be fork out close to £300 for one
Yep, battery life is good. There's negligible current draw. Chances are your battery will be good for a few years before it goes AWOL. It's a good plan to keep a spare (or two) and don't forget to check yer battery compartment periodically for battery leakage.
