I use a 36" 3/4 breaker bar with this digital adapter ($80 now approx. Amazon), no issues, surprised how easy to remove and install wheel, not a super human effort to make it happen.......stability was no issue with Neiko device, sturdy build......used about 7 years multiple times.......I no longer use a torque wrench, but did check the torque on the bolt the first time I used to ensure accuracy of the Neiko device......spot on.....

I also have an alignment tool to help slide the wheel on and off properly and keep that and grease in the car, along with an Irwin clamp, if its the front wheels to keep the brake actuated between pedal and driver's seat and also keep the steering wheel steady (velcro strap to Irwin clamp).......

 

I've been using a Jet 600ft/lb unit since new; two changes a year, no issues whatsoever.

 

you absolutely do not need the precision instruments torque wrench, any of the 39 inch 3/4 inch 600ft/lb torque wrench's on amazon will do the job just fine, especially if you are hardly ever using it.

 

I don’t know if it makes any difference when selecting a product, but I had a very good experience with the customer service department at Precision Instruments. My torque wrench began to exhibit strange behavior and it simply didn’t feel right. I called them and discussed the issue and they decided to replace my wrench head under warranty. The transaction was smooth and easy and I was happy with the outcome.

 

As other have said, no stability issues. Everything still fits together nice and tight. The extra length is actually a benefit—keeps the breaker bar further from the fender in case something slips. My only gripe with the Nieko is that it turns itself off after a minute of idle time, too short.

The only other complexity, no fault of the unit, is that if you want to read the torque while using it, you have to fiddle with the placement of everything so you can see it while it rotates. This isn’t mandatory as it still tells you audibly as you approach and hit target torque.

The last benefit is that it helps you calibrate yourself. I found I was going over about 40 ft lb, giving it too much oomph at the end. I’ve since revised my technique and have nailed a couple perfect 443s 🙂.

 

i went with that Neiko adapter that @jayzbird mentioned above and I even bought the Neiko 39 inch extendable breaker bar to use with it and both feel real high quality and work great. Been using for 6 months now and have taken the wheels off many times with no issues.

I stopped positioning it correctly to see the torque value climbing and just listen for the constant beep now, but it was cool to see that in the beginning.

Here is the link to the breaker bar if anyone is interested, I highly recommend it:

https://a.co/d/aqkSjCH

 

It’s a breeze with a 72” torque wrench…