when I adjust my wrench up to obout 15 inches pound it's easy but after that it get very hard from lets say 25 and super hard to adjust to 45 pounds
is this normal.....
is this normal.....
wheeler torque wrench question
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Re: wheeler torque wrench question
just tried it and impossible
I got to a bit under 50 pounds and it jamb there
this wheeler is going in the garbage
what would you recommend for a torque wrench
just tried it and impossible
I got to a bit under 50 pounds and it jamb there
this wheeler is going in the garbage
what would you recommend for a torque wrench
Re: wheeler torque wrench question
i have this one, and no problems whatsoever. however, it only goes up to 50 lbs.
http://www.amazon.com/Professional-Grade...5324&sr=8-1
i have this one, and no problems whatsoever. however, it only goes up to 50 lbs.
http://www.amazon.com/Professional-Grade...5324&sr=8-1
Re: wheeler torque wrench question
yes just like mine a bit under 50 but the effort to get it there is ridicules
yes just like mine a bit under 50 but the effort to get it there is ridicules
Re: wheeler torque wrench question
I don't have that issue with my Wheeler, although I will avoid Wheeler products in the future after buying some really crappy products from them. Their screwdriver bits are horribly weak, especially the hex bits, and I've had a Torx bit deform on me! They don't hold a candle to Brownell's bits.
I don't have that issue with my Wheeler, although I will avoid Wheeler products in the future after buying some really crappy products from them. Their screwdriver bits are horribly weak, especially the hex bits, and I've had a Torx bit deform on me! They don't hold a candle to Brownell's bits.
Re: wheeler torque wrench question
I've had zero issues with mine. The key is, don't turn, lock, turn, lock. Just pull out and turn all the way up, then lock. Also, when you're done, make sure you turn it all the way back down.
I've had zero issues with mine. The key is, don't turn, lock, turn, lock. Just pull out and turn all the way up, then lock. Also, when you're done, make sure you turn it all the way back down.
Re: wheeler torque wrench question
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Nplant</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I don't have that issue with my Wheeler, although I will avoid Wheeler products in the future after buying some really crappy products from them. Their screwdriver bits are horribly weak, especially the hex bits, and I've had a Torx bit deform on me! They don't hold a candle to Brownell's bits. </div></div>
+1,I prefer Brownells bits over Wheeler.They are of quality and strength,but I have never had a problem with my Fat Torque Wrench.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Nplant</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I don't have that issue with my Wheeler, although I will avoid Wheeler products in the future after buying some really crappy products from them. Their screwdriver bits are horribly weak, especially the hex bits, and I've had a Torx bit deform on me! They don't hold a candle to Brownell's bits. </div></div>
+1,I prefer Brownells bits over Wheeler.They are of quality and strength,but I have never had a problem with my Fat Torque Wrench.
Re: wheeler torque wrench question
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: netranger6</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I've had zero issues with mine. The key is, don't turn, lock, turn, lock. Just pull out and turn all the way up, then lock. Also, when you're done, make sure you turn it all the way back down. </div></div>
that is what I am doing but a pain in the but
will be a seekonk
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: netranger6</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I've had zero issues with mine. The key is, don't turn, lock, turn, lock. Just pull out and turn all the way up, then lock. Also, when you're done, make sure you turn it all the way back down. </div></div>
that is what I am doing but a pain in the but
will be a seekonk
Re: wheeler torque wrench question
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: canuck4570</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: netranger6</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I've had zero issues with mine. The key is, don't turn, lock, turn, lock. Just pull out and turn all the way up, then lock. Also, when you're done, make sure you turn it all the way back down. </div></div>
that is what I am doing but a pain in the but
will be a seekonk
</div></div>
You'll need more than one seekonk.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: canuck4570</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: netranger6</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I've had zero issues with mine. The key is, don't turn, lock, turn, lock. Just pull out and turn all the way up, then lock. Also, when you're done, make sure you turn it all the way back down. </div></div>
that is what I am doing but a pain in the but
will be a seekonk
</div></div>
You'll need more than one seekonk.
Re: wheeler torque wrench question
I think he is refering to the preset T handle that is commonly used. There are several adjustable models, but be prepared to pay for them. If you are doing a lot of installs or breaking down it would be worth it.
I keep a seekonk T preset 45inlb for routine stock maint. etc. and the Wheeler adj for most everything else. Haven't had any problems with the wheeler so far, just do like netranger6 said "The key is, don't turn, lock, turn, lock. Just pull out and turn all the way up, then lock. Also, when you're done, make sure you turn it all the way back down."
I think he is refering to the preset T handle that is commonly used. There are several adjustable models, but be prepared to pay for them. If you are doing a lot of installs or breaking down it would be worth it.
I keep a seekonk T preset 45inlb for routine stock maint. etc. and the Wheeler adj for most everything else. Haven't had any problems with the wheeler so far, just do like netranger6 said "The key is, don't turn, lock, turn, lock. Just pull out and turn all the way up, then lock. Also, when you're done, make sure you turn it all the way back down."
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I've been using one of these from HF for about 22-25 years and still no problems.
I bought a Wheeler a couple of years ago and had two of the screwdriver bits shatter on first use. I called Midway to get Wheeler's number and they wouldn't give it, turns out they own Wheeler. I sent it back (to Midway) for credit.
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/Displayitem.taf?itemnumber=2696
I've been using one of these from HF for about 22-25 years and still no problems.
I bought a Wheeler a couple of years ago and had two of the screwdriver bits shatter on first use. I called Midway to get Wheeler's number and they wouldn't give it, turns out they own Wheeler. I sent it back (to Midway) for credit.
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/Displayitem.taf?itemnumber=2696
Re: wheeler torque wrench question
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: N8Lusk</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I think he is refering to the preset T handle that is commonly used. There are several adjustable models, but be prepared to pay for them. If you are doing a lot of installs or breaking down it would be worth it.
I keep a seekonk T preset 45inlb for routine stock maint. etc. and the Wheeler adj for most everything else. Haven't had any problems with the wheeler so far, just do like netranger6 said "The key is, don't turn, lock, turn, lock. Just pull out and turn all the way up, then lock. Also, when you're done, make sure you turn it all the way back down." </div></div>
that is what I am doing pull down and turn all the way
but has I said it jam's just before 50 pound
and getting there take a lot of effort
I have a wrench type from mastercraft and it is smooth
all the way but way to big to bring everywhere
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: N8Lusk</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I think he is refering to the preset T handle that is commonly used. There are several adjustable models, but be prepared to pay for them. If you are doing a lot of installs or breaking down it would be worth it.
I keep a seekonk T preset 45inlb for routine stock maint. etc. and the Wheeler adj for most everything else. Haven't had any problems with the wheeler so far, just do like netranger6 said "The key is, don't turn, lock, turn, lock. Just pull out and turn all the way up, then lock. Also, when you're done, make sure you turn it all the way back down." </div></div>
that is what I am doing pull down and turn all the way
but has I said it jam's just before 50 pound
and getting there take a lot of effort
I have a wrench type from mastercraft and it is smooth
all the way but way to big to bring everywhere
Re: wheeler torque wrench question
I had the wheeler...junk that broke. I have this Brownells one now: http://www.brownells.com/.aspx/pid=25706/Product/MAGNA_TIP_reg__ADJUSTABLE_TORQUE_HANDLE
Yep, it's more expensive.....it works too.
I had the wheeler...junk that broke. I have this Brownells one now: http://www.brownells.com/.aspx/pid=25706/Product/MAGNA_TIP_reg__ADJUSTABLE_TORQUE_HANDLE
Yep, it's more expensive.....it works too.
Re: wheeler torque wrench question
+1 for the FAT wrench, never had one problem with it and have put mine through all its paces.
+1 for the FAT wrench, never had one problem with it and have put mine through all its paces.
Re: wheeler torque wrench question
I haven't had a problem out of mine either but I've heard a lot of bad stories. Sounds like very poor QC getting a good one is luck of the draw.
I haven't had a problem out of mine either but I've heard a lot of bad stories. Sounds like very poor QC getting a good one is luck of the draw.
