Need a torque wrench for a cup car, any recomendations?

 

SK Tools has a very nice one for about $350. I like it better than the snap on one and it has a ratchet head. The instructions say you can leave it set for a few days without it altering its torque calibration, however, I don't do that.

 

oooh.... I have a cheap one I bought a few years ago and I think I left it set at the cup car setting since then, I wonder if I ruined it?

 

I prefer split beam type torque wrenches since you don't have to "unwind" them after each use.
They are generally a bit more expensive (and accurate) than "spring types", but IMHO worth it.

FWIW, I've used this one for my son's karts for years:

http://www.tooldiscounter.com/ItemDi...kw=PREC2FR100F

 

I don't have the mag in front of me but in this month's GRM they compared a cheapie HF clicker wrench, a more expensive (Craftsman?) clicker and a pricey split-beam. I won't ruin the surprise but don't discount the cheapie.....

 

I have an extra one for sale $175 (import)

 

Anyone with experience using a Neiko Tools torque wrench ?

http://www.toolprice.com/product/799...00_Ft_Lbs.html

 

Thanks for the info, i didnt think that craftsman and others made one large enough to do the wheels.

 

Thanks but i dont think it is big enough to do the wheels (400 + - lbs)

 

looks interesting, anyone use this?

 

You guys asking & answering these questions do know that you need 344 ft/lbs to torque the wheels? As for the pricing lets debate this.....You have a $100k car and you are going to skimp out on buying the correct tool (Snap-On 3/4" Drive $500.00 look on ebay it cost $200.00 to get it calibrated) to make sure that the $5k wheels don't fall off and potentially cost $20-30k when you hit the wall?

Good luck

 

Here you go in all seriousness

http://cgi.ebay.com/PERFECT-CONDITIO...item439bb79ea5

 

Sorry, I didn't know you were looking for a wheel torque wrench when I read your initial post, just a torque wrench for general use and pre-race checks.

 

i only use snap on and matco tools on my cars.
the other tools my wife use to fix her cars. no wonder it's always broken.

 

I am sorry, i should have been clearer on my post.

I guess the 400 figure I was told was newton meters????

Not looking for "a deal" just asking around what people were using.

I am all to aware of the cost of my car and parts.

Thanks all.