Does anyone own a centerlock Torque Wrench?
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Does anyone own a centerlock Torque Wrench?
My dealer is just over 1.5 hours away, so when I need to change tires it seems like it will be pretty inconvenient to make that drive. Just curious how many of you have the very expensive torque wrench to do the job?
Also, I wonder if it's worth taking a chance with a shop getting the tires off without scratching the wheels.
Also, I wonder if it's worth taking a chance with a shop getting the tires off without scratching the wheels.
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01-18-2022, 04:59 PM
@GrantG Any advise for those that want the full setup for the best price since you seem to know exactly what you're talking about?
There are lots of options. I went with the Precision Instruments and it has worked well for me that includes a pretty robust wrench and breaker combo (I went with extension on the breaker).
Precision Instruments C4D600F36H 3/4 DRIVE TORQUE WRENCH WITH RATCHETING BREAKER BAR COMBINAT | Tool Discounter
Adaptor to lenghten breaker:
Precision Instruments® A10C4D600F - 3/4" Drive Torque Bar Adapter - TOOLSiD.com
Best torque wrench and expensive is the Stahlwille and you can use for breaker bar too (puts no load on the measuring part when loosening):
Part #50181100 for huge wrench and #58250100 for ratcheting 3/4" insert tool (total cost close to $2k)
This place in Italy has relatively good prices and fast shipping: https://www.misterworker.com/en
Renntorq makes a nice compact solution for lots of money
RENNtorq center lock tool V2 | Renntorq, llc (square.site)
and there is an electric solution for much more than that:
HYTORC Centerlock Torque Gun | Obsessed Garage
Both of the above require that you maintain the centerbolts well, or you'll also need a huge 3/4" breaker bar to loosen occasionally.
Here's the full Stahlwille catalog (torque tools from page 187):
STAHLWILLE Catalogue 2020/2021
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My dealer is just over 1.5 hours away, so when I need to change tires it seems like it will be pretty inconvenient to make that drive. Just curious how many of you have the very expensive torque wrench to do the job?
Also, I wonder if it's worth taking a chance with a shop getting the tires off without scratching the wheels.
Also, I wonder if it's worth taking a chance with a shop getting the tires off without scratching the wheels.
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bakshi (02-25-2022)
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I really need to buy a wrench, wheel guide alignment tool, and lifting mount pad this winter to get ready for the spring driving season. Plus, I still want to remove the wheels and ceramic coat (Optimum Gloss Coat) the barrels and calipers to aid clean-ups.
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Perimeter (01-19-2022)
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This isn't bad, think the quality is good??
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/wmr-m204
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What's the wheel guide alignment tool??
This isn't bad, think the quality is good??
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/wmr-m204
This isn't bad, think the quality is good??
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/wmr-m204
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rlnl (08-06-2024)
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Wheel alignment tool is just a delrin piece that screws into the center threads when the bolt is removed and allows you to slide the wheel off without risk of damaging the PCCB rotors. It does tend to make a mess with all the aluminum paste, so I choose not to use one most of the time (I have iron rotors).
Last edited by GrantG; 01-18-2022 at 02:26 PM.
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@GrantG Any advise for those that want the full setup for the best price since you seem to know exactly what you're talking about?
There are lots of options. I went with the Precision Instruments and it has worked well for me that includes a pretty robust wrench and breaker combo (I went with extension on the breaker).
Precision Instruments C4D600F36H 3/4 DRIVE TORQUE WRENCH WITH RATCHETING BREAKER BAR COMBINAT | Tool Discounter
Adaptor to lenghten breaker:
Precision Instruments® A10C4D600F - 3/4" Drive Torque Bar Adapter - TOOLSiD.com
Best torque wrench and expensive is the Stahlwille and you can use for breaker bar too (puts no load on the measuring part when loosening):
Part #50181100 for huge wrench and #58250100 for ratcheting 3/4" insert tool (total cost close to $2k)
This place in Italy has relatively good prices and fast shipping: https://www.misterworker.com/en
Renntorq makes a nice compact solution for lots of money
RENNtorq center lock tool V2 | Renntorq, llc (square.site)
and there is an electric solution for much more than that:
HYTORC Centerlock Torque Gun | Obsessed Garage
Both of the above require that you maintain the centerbolts well, or you'll also need a huge 3/4" breaker bar to loosen occasionally.
Here's the full Stahlwille catalog (torque tools from page 187):
STAHLWILLE Catalogue 2020/2021
Last edited by GrantG; 01-18-2022 at 05:18 PM.
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