Ok thanks. Which one would you recommend please ?
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Just to show you 2 different scales, look at the attached fotos. One is the window type, the other being stamped into the body of it.
the 3/8 drive ( the window one) will do 6 to 45 ft lbs.
the bigger 1/2 drive goes up to 160 ft lbs. I’ve had this Britool example for 42 years . Last time I had the calibration checked it was spot on.
the 3/8 drive ( the window one) will do 6 to 45 ft lbs.
the bigger 1/2 drive goes up to 160 ft lbs. I’ve had this Britool example for 42 years . Last time I had the calibration checked it was spot on.
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As your only using it for home working don’t get to hung up about it as long as it’s from a reputable supplier. I like both of them.
at the bottom end of the scale I like dial type…..the window. On anything a bit heavier I like my old fashioned Britool one, it’s old fashioned but solid. Just like me
perhaps you ought to go into Halfords, have a look at them, also go into a decent tool factor and talk to them, see what they have in.
DO NOT BUY CHEAP CHINESE KNOCK OFFS. seen many of them fail
And don’t get too fixated by torque values - which the Merkins do seem to. Apart from a few bits like Cylinder Heads, pre-loaded bearings, torque values are more about making sure the bolts are done up tight enough but not too tight, and fairly consistently.
You’ll be able to do that by feel.
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Thanks lads much appreciated
Found this one that should do the job.
www.sealey.co.uk
Although I presume I can take a half inch drive down to 3/8 with a suitable socket.
Found this one that should do the job.
Torque Wrench Micrometer Style 3/8"Sq Drive 20-120Nm | STW903 | Sealey
Lifetime Guarantee - Premier Hand Tool, suitable for daily professional use. Flip reverse Chrome Vanadium steel ratchet head with smooth action mechanism.
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Yes that’s easy. is your socket set 1/2 drive ?Thanks lads much appreciated
Found this one that should do the job.
Although I presume I can take a half inch drive down to 3/8 with a suitable socket.Torque Wrench Micrometer Style 3/8"Sq Drive 20-120Nm | STW903 | Sealey
Lifetime Guarantee - Premier Hand Tool, suitable for daily professional use. Flip reverse Chrome Vanadium steel ratchet head with smooth action mechanism.
I have a few different sizes so should be ok.
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I’ll go against the grain a bit here….
Torque wrenches will also help you avoid stripping threads, particularly in alloy casings as well as ensuring you don’t warp anything etc.
I torque everything.
I have four (quality and calibrated) wrenches to cover the whole range.
The one you are looking at, for instance, won’t cover your rear axle .
Yes, it’s an expensive game, but counter that with the cost of a possible stripped thread or loose fastener.
Learn to clean threads before you install, especially of old thread lock. Understand the difference between dry and lubed torques etc.
Yes, after lots of experience, you can probably tighten by feel, but I prefer to work with science.
Your bike, your choice.
Good luck. Cheers, Doris
Torque wrenches will also help you avoid stripping threads, particularly in alloy casings as well as ensuring you don’t warp anything etc.
I torque everything.
I have four (quality and calibrated) wrenches to cover the whole range.
The one you are looking at, for instance, won’t cover your rear axle .
Yes, it’s an expensive game, but counter that with the cost of a possible stripped thread or loose fastener.
Learn to clean threads before you install, especially of old thread lock. Understand the difference between dry and lubed torques etc.
Yes, after lots of experience, you can probably tighten by feel, but I prefer to work with science.
Your bike, your choice.
Good luck. Cheers, Doris
I would rather do it right
I'll go to halfords so I can have a look at them as the Sealey one is online.
www.halfords.com
I'll go to halfords so I can have a look at them as the Sealey one is online.
Halfords Advanced Torque Wrench Model 300 & 2 Pc Socket Adaptor Bundle | Halfords UK
Shop the latest Includes: Halfords Advanced Torque Wrench Model 300 Halfords Advanced 2 piece Socket Adaptor Set at Halfords UK
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If you’re looking at the Halfords pro range, get 2. The small one covers up to 60 Nm, the 300 then covers 60 to 300 Nm.I would rather do it right
I'll go to halfords so I can have a look at them as the Sealey one is online.
Halfords Advanced Torque Wrench Model 300 & 2 Pc Socket Adaptor Bundle | Halfords UK
Shop the latest Includes: Halfords Advanced Torque Wrench Model 300 Halfords Advanced 2 piece Socket Adaptor Set at Halfords UK
Doris is absolutely right in what he says, but it can get expensive. While your there get a small wire brush for thread cleaning as well
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And a set of thread restorers/chasers…. Like taps/dies (don’t use these) but with a less aggressive form. You’re not trying to cut threads, just clean them up.
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Oh….and a bigger tool chest…
Oh, and a new garage. With a ceiling high enough for when you get a ramp up with a bike on it.Oh….and a bigger tool chest…
Bloody hell I'm poor you know.Oh….and a bigger tool chest…
Garage space isn't the problem. I do have a big blue bike lift but I bought that for our lass so she doesn't have to bend down cleaning bike.
Must admit for some reason I love messing about with Harley. Usually anything that needs doing to the bikes it's off to the dealers to sort out.
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Perhaps it’s time to sell a kidney….
Might be worth a quid the drink that's gone through it over the years.
Anyway two ordered from Halfords. Told the chief money operations manager they were a necessity for my safety on the bike.
Doc, can you share a list of what you need/get cos I’m going to need to build up a non-metric kit myself. Would be good to compare notes.
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Depending on your intentions…there will be some specialist tools you’ll need. Such as a wrench for the oil filter. Hogparts do a good mail order service as to ARH.
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