Torque Wrench?

[Dragfam1127]

We're always diligent about checking tire pressure before pulling out, but we've never carried a torque wrench to check our tire lug nuts.
Does someone have a model of wrench that's effective yet small and inexpensive they can recommend we carry in our toolbox?

I have a 2017 2670Mk. I’m also a Master ASE Certified auto tech 30+ yrs. Harbor freight sells a digital torque wrench. I use Snap versions of this. The only down side is make sure to remove the batteries to prevent corrosion when not used for an extended period of time. Clicker style torque wrenches are easier however need calibrated periodically (cheaper to just replace).

[Don and Linda]

Not gonna get into pontificating on the merits of or opinions on brands etc. Just gonna simply answer the question you asked. I got a TEKTON 1/2 Inch Drive Micrometer Torque Wrench (10-150 ft.-lb.) 24335 https://a.co/d/1OpUEKx from Amazon for fifty bucks. Good quality, nice case, you determine "inexpensive". Hope this helps.

I purchased the same torque wrench. Took it to work and tested it against the calibration standards we used to calibrate torque wrenches used for airframe and aircraft engine maintenance. The calibration was perfect across its entire torque range. It's served me well to this point.

[Longshhm]

This is what I would get if I were buying one today. https://www.lowes.com/pd/CRAFTSMAN-1...-lb/1000772366

Ditto on this one. I’ve been using it for several years, and it has performed flawlessly. Checked it against the pro torque wrench at a local truck shop - spot on accurate. Also, like someone else mentioned, get a separate breaker bar for loosening lug nuts, etc. I use a 24” breaker bar from Harbor Freight; works well.

[RiversToRidgesRV]

We carry a Tekton torque wrench. It can be found here: https://www.tekton.com/3-4-inch-driv...e-wrench-24350

[Hoopy Frood]

We carry a Tekton torque wrench. It can be found here: https://www.tekton.com/3-4-inch-driv...e-wrench-24350

A 3/4" drive? Seems a bit overkill.

[elehes]

Battery powered impact with torque stick. Maybe overkill for just checking, but if you have to change a tire it’s invaluable.

[Hoopy Frood]

Absolutely, I carry a Dewalt 1/2" drive for changing tires. Not that heavy and pretty small, but no torque stick, just a HF 1/2" drive torque wrench.

[UGADawgs]

Been using this one for about two years: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...e?ie=UTF8&th=1

If I had to do it again, I would get the 25-250 vs the 10-150 version.

[Hoopy Frood]

Yeah, the higher torque ones are usually longer and easier for old pharts like me to use.

[lorend]

Not gonna get into pontificating on the merits of or opinions on brands etc. Just gonna simply answer the question you asked. I got a TEKTON 1/2 Inch Drive Micrometer Torque Wrench (10-150 ft.-lb.) 24335 https://a.co/d/1OpUEKx from Amazon for fifty bucks. Good quality, nice case, you determine "inexpensive". Hope this helps.

I agree with the Tekton. Good for all the jobs I have needed it for and at a decent price.